The American Consortium of Universities (ACU) consists of five distinguished institutions of higher education and INTERLINK Language Centers. ACU promotes international educational exchange and informs international students about the diverse academic opportunities offered by each member institution. Committed to international education, ACU member institutions provide their students with a wide range of educational opportunities. Qualified graduate and undergraduate students from throughout the world are welcomed at each university campus as key participants in this education.
Special Features of the Consortium:
* Intensive English for academic preparation
* ESP (English for Law, Science and Technology)
* Conditional admission opportunity at each university
* Graduate and undergraduate programs in:
o Arts & Sciences
o Business, Economics, & Management
o Computer Science, Engineering & Technology
o Health and Environmental Sciences
o Law (LLM and JD)
o Sports Studies
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Study Business and Fashion in New York
Berkeley provides students with the special attention needed to comfortably live and study in the New York area. We maintain an International Student Office with a staff trained to assist you with your specific needs. From the day Berkeley receives your application until the time you graduate, you will get personal help with immigration procedures, housing information, orientation to college, and adjusting to American life
Bachelor of Business Administration Degree Programs
Business Administration
Information Systems Management
International Business
General Business
Accounting
Fashion Marketing and Management
Marketing
Management -- Human Resources
Associate Degree Programs (A.A.S. and A.S.)
Accounting
Information Systems Management
Marketing
Management
Web Design (New Jersey campuses only)
Network Management (New Jersey campuses only)
Paralegal Studies
International Business
Fashion Marketing and Management
Interior Design (Paramus New Jersey campus only
Certificate Programs (9 months)
Software Management
Computer Applications
English as a Second Language
Offered at the New York City campus.
Internships
During the last three months of the program, students work with a company that specifically relates to their majors while taking courses in the evenings. Students are assisted with internships, placement, career counseling, resume planning, training, and interviewing strategies. Providing students with actual work experience is one of the greatest advantages that Berkeley College offers.
Bachelor of Business Administration Degree Programs
Business Administration
Information Systems Management
International Business
General Business
Accounting
Fashion Marketing and Management
Marketing
Management -- Human Resources
Associate Degree Programs (A.A.S. and A.S.)
Accounting
Information Systems Management
Marketing
Management
Web Design (New Jersey campuses only)
Network Management (New Jersey campuses only)
Paralegal Studies
International Business
Fashion Marketing and Management
Interior Design (Paramus New Jersey campus only
Certificate Programs (9 months)
Software Management
Computer Applications
English as a Second Language
Offered at the New York City campus.
Internships
During the last three months of the program, students work with a company that specifically relates to their majors while taking courses in the evenings. Students are assisted with internships, placement, career counseling, resume planning, training, and interviewing strategies. Providing students with actual work experience is one of the greatest advantages that Berkeley College offers.
Pre-Masters Programme
The Plan-it Pre-Masters Programme, offered in association with Bournemouth University and the University of Northumbria in the UK, prepares students for the rigorous requirements of international study at the tertiary level. Plan-it Pre-Masters is a socially conscious and student-focused organisation that employs the highest quality of teaching to develop the full potential of our students. Its goal is that the students gain the confidence and skills needed to succeed at the highest levels in education, career and life.
Plan-it’s Pre-Masters and Pre-MBA Programmes are conducted in four stages. Stage one is a specialist IELTS Exam Preparation course. Stage two is a series of foundation courses, developed to provide the skills and confidence to succeed at the master’s-degree level. The foundation courses are in English, mathematics, study skills, and research methods.
Stage three is a sequence of core courses that focus on the student’s area of specialisation and provide basic grounding in the subject. For a description of the Pre-Masters core courses, click here. For an overview of the Stage three foundation courses, Intensive Business English and Basic Business Mathematics, click here. The individual Stage three core courses are in Management, Marketing, Human Resources Management and Finance and Accounting.
Stage four is a supervised project that allows students to utilise the knowledge and skills they have learnt in a practical, high-level research exercise.
Students who complete the series will have these necessary skills for master’s degree study:
Report Writing – expressing powerful ideas clearly and precisely
Lecture Skills – understanding completely technical and theoretical material presented during lectures
Reading – knowing how to speed read a large amount of academic material, understand it, and summarise its contents
Presentation skills – acquiring the confidence and style that are key to presenting ideas and data
The course will make students:
confident and proficient in their use of English
gain extensive knowledge about their master’s degree subject area
be confident about their ability to study in a Western environment
Students also will have access to our existing student network to help them choose a course of study and place of residence and gather other useful information about studying abroad. We facilitate the university application and visa process. Click here for our services in those areas. We offer guaranteed placement at a UK university at the appropriate level.
All course modules are developed on a stand-alone basis. Students may take all of them in a series or each individually.
Foundation and Core Courses can be taken on a full-time basis, 18 hours per week for 13 weeks, or part-time, 9 hours per week for 26 weeks. The Supervised Project requires 13 weeks to complete. The IELTS Preparation course is 72 hours with an optional additional 36 hours for Advanced IELTS Preparation.
English for Academic Purposes
This course is designed to help students who need further language training for academic programmes at the university or college level. The course addresses all four fundamental areas of English proficiency: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Plan-it’s Pre-Masters and Pre-MBA Programmes are conducted in four stages. Stage one is a specialist IELTS Exam Preparation course. Stage two is a series of foundation courses, developed to provide the skills and confidence to succeed at the master’s-degree level. The foundation courses are in English, mathematics, study skills, and research methods.
Stage three is a sequence of core courses that focus on the student’s area of specialisation and provide basic grounding in the subject. For a description of the Pre-Masters core courses, click here. For an overview of the Stage three foundation courses, Intensive Business English and Basic Business Mathematics, click here. The individual Stage three core courses are in Management, Marketing, Human Resources Management and Finance and Accounting.
Stage four is a supervised project that allows students to utilise the knowledge and skills they have learnt in a practical, high-level research exercise.
Students who complete the series will have these necessary skills for master’s degree study:
Report Writing – expressing powerful ideas clearly and precisely
Lecture Skills – understanding completely technical and theoretical material presented during lectures
Reading – knowing how to speed read a large amount of academic material, understand it, and summarise its contents
Presentation skills – acquiring the confidence and style that are key to presenting ideas and data
The course will make students:
confident and proficient in their use of English
gain extensive knowledge about their master’s degree subject area
be confident about their ability to study in a Western environment
Students also will have access to our existing student network to help them choose a course of study and place of residence and gather other useful information about studying abroad. We facilitate the university application and visa process. Click here for our services in those areas. We offer guaranteed placement at a UK university at the appropriate level.
All course modules are developed on a stand-alone basis. Students may take all of them in a series or each individually.
Foundation and Core Courses can be taken on a full-time basis, 18 hours per week for 13 weeks, or part-time, 9 hours per week for 26 weeks. The Supervised Project requires 13 weeks to complete. The IELTS Preparation course is 72 hours with an optional additional 36 hours for Advanced IELTS Preparation.
English for Academic Purposes
This course is designed to help students who need further language training for academic programmes at the university or college level. The course addresses all four fundamental areas of English proficiency: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Custom Programs in India
India: Emerging World Superpower
Over the last fifteen years, India has brought itself to the center stage of the world economy. India’s engineering and technical strengths are legendary. It has become a powerhouse in software development and business process outsourcing and is making great strides in manufacturing and other high technology fields.
There is no doubt that India will be a major economic force in the 21st century, though it will face significant challenges in developing infrastructure and spreading these economic gains to its still overwhelmingly rural population.
Custom Programs
Our management team has long-standing ties to India, particularly within the business community. It is one of our favorite countries in the world and a priority for us organizationally. Our first academic approach into India was within the Global Business Semester, but we are currently working on several interesting models for study abroad or educational experiences in India.
Students
If you are interested in studying abroad in India, please create a Student Explorer account in order to receive regular updates. We hope to have announcements regarding new developments over the course of the year.
Advisors
On the institutional side, we are very open to considering partnerships or custom programs in India. If your institution is considering India as a location for study abroad, please let us know. We would love to discuss it with you.
Over the last fifteen years, India has brought itself to the center stage of the world economy. India’s engineering and technical strengths are legendary. It has become a powerhouse in software development and business process outsourcing and is making great strides in manufacturing and other high technology fields.
There is no doubt that India will be a major economic force in the 21st century, though it will face significant challenges in developing infrastructure and spreading these economic gains to its still overwhelmingly rural population.
Custom Programs
Our management team has long-standing ties to India, particularly within the business community. It is one of our favorite countries in the world and a priority for us organizationally. Our first academic approach into India was within the Global Business Semester, but we are currently working on several interesting models for study abroad or educational experiences in India.
Students
If you are interested in studying abroad in India, please create a Student Explorer account in order to receive regular updates. We hope to have announcements regarding new developments over the course of the year.
Advisors
On the institutional side, we are very open to considering partnerships or custom programs in India. If your institution is considering India as a location for study abroad, please let us know. We would love to discuss it with you.
Semester in Mexico: Cultures of Mexico

Program Description
The Semester in Mexico: Cultures of Mexico is an innovative program for students who would like to study and experience the diverse set of regions and cultures in Mexico.
The program combines a traditional semester abroad in Guadalajara with a co-curricular travel component to some of the most interesting regions of Mexico. On the academic side, students will study Spanish language, history and culture, as well as have the option, depending on their language proficiency, to take courses in a wide array of disciplines such as business, communications, psychology, international relations and biology.
Program Highlights
* A high quality academic curriculum
* An introduction to the cultural and regional diversity of Mexico
* A semester in a modern city with old-time charm
* Local immersion opportunities
* Strong local support
* Earn up to 15 credits toward your degree
* Inclusive fees and great program value
Semester in Shanghai: Chinese Language & Culture
Program Description
The Semester in Shanghai: Chinese Language and Culture offers students a rigorous language program and an indepth view of China. The academic curriculum combines Mandarin language instruction with courses on culture in English.
This program is suitable for students at all Mandarin language levels. From the global metropolis of Shanghai you will also visit multiple cities in China, including Hangzhou, Xi’an, Beijing and the Great Wall of China.
Program Details
Program Type: Single-Country
Cities Visited: 3-4
Host City and Institution
Host City: Shanghai
Host Institution: Fudan University
Total Program Length: 16 weeks
Days in Host Country: 112
Days of In-Country Travel: 7-8
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Collegiate Standing: Sophomore
Minimum G.P.A.: 2.5
Prerequisites: None
Academics
Core Curriculum Chinese Language
Language of Instruction: Chinese, English
Classroom Contact Hours: 320
Typical Credits Earned: 12-15
The Semester in Shanghai: Chinese Language and Culture offers students a rigorous language program and an indepth view of China. The academic curriculum combines Mandarin language instruction with courses on culture in English.
This program is suitable for students at all Mandarin language levels. From the global metropolis of Shanghai you will also visit multiple cities in China, including Hangzhou, Xi’an, Beijing and the Great Wall of China.
Program Details
Program Type: Single-Country
Cities Visited: 3-4
Host City and Institution
Host City: Shanghai
Host Institution: Fudan University
Total Program Length: 16 weeks
Days in Host Country: 112
Days of In-Country Travel: 7-8
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Collegiate Standing: Sophomore
Minimum G.P.A.: 2.5
Prerequisites: None
Academics
Core Curriculum Chinese Language
Language of Instruction: Chinese, English
Classroom Contact Hours: 320
Typical Credits Earned: 12-15
Semester in Barcelona
Program Description
The Semester in Barcelona is a great opportunity for students with an intermediate-to-advanced level of Spanish to interact with Spanish students and faculty and take courses in a wide array of disciplines.
Students may enroll in three to five courses offered by the UAB to its regular Spanish students at its main campus in Bellaterra, about 30 minutes from downtown Barcelona.
In addition to their chosen coursework, students will benefit from several cultural site visits in Barcelona and excursions to Madrid and other locations along Catalonia’s coast, as well as related immersion activities to build comfort in interacting in Spanish.
Program Details
Program Type Single-Country, Customizable
Cities Visited 2-3
Host City and Institution
Host City: Barcelona
Host Institution: Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona
Total Program Length: 18-19 weeks
Days in Host Country: 126-133
Days of In-Country Travel: 5-6
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Collegiate Standing: Sophomore
Minimum G.P.A.: 2.5
Prerequisites: At least 4 semesters of college-level Spanish
Academics
Core Curriculum: Customizable
Language of Instruction: Spanish
Classroom Contact Hours: 180-225
Typical Credits Earned: 12-15
Spring 2009 Fees
The program fees for Spring 2009 are $13,450-$13,950, depending on when you pay your confirmation deposit.
Confirmation Deposit Paid
By 15 Aug By 15 Oct By 15 Nov
Program Fees
$13,450 $13,700 $13,950
The Semester in Barcelona is a great opportunity for students with an intermediate-to-advanced level of Spanish to interact with Spanish students and faculty and take courses in a wide array of disciplines.
Students may enroll in three to five courses offered by the UAB to its regular Spanish students at its main campus in Bellaterra, about 30 minutes from downtown Barcelona.
In addition to their chosen coursework, students will benefit from several cultural site visits in Barcelona and excursions to Madrid and other locations along Catalonia’s coast, as well as related immersion activities to build comfort in interacting in Spanish.
Program Details
Program Type Single-Country, Customizable
Cities Visited 2-3
Host City and Institution
Host City: Barcelona
Host Institution: Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona
Total Program Length: 18-19 weeks
Days in Host Country: 126-133
Days of In-Country Travel: 5-6
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum Age: 18
Minimum Collegiate Standing: Sophomore
Minimum G.P.A.: 2.5
Prerequisites: At least 4 semesters of college-level Spanish
Academics
Core Curriculum: Customizable
Language of Instruction: Spanish
Classroom Contact Hours: 180-225
Typical Credits Earned: 12-15
Spring 2009 Fees
The program fees for Spring 2009 are $13,450-$13,950, depending on when you pay your confirmation deposit.
Confirmation Deposit Paid
By 15 Aug By 15 Oct By 15 Nov
Program Fees
$13,450 $13,700 $13,950
Semester in Paris: French Language
Program Description
The Semester in Paris: French Language program allows you to attend the Cours de Langue et Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne, perhaps the most classic French language program in study abroad and an excellent way to build French language and cultural proficiency, as well as take content courses taught in French at the Catholic University of Paris.
We supplement this program with immersive field experiences inside and outside of Paris that build comfort in interacting in French.
Program Highlights
* A semester abroad in the heart of one of the most exciting and sophisticated cities in the world
* Study French language at the Sorbonne, probably the best known French language program in the world
* Attend content courses on a wide array of topics at the Catholic University of Paris
* Housing, cultural immersion and local excursions included in program fees
* Earn 12-18 credits toward your degree through fully-accredited coursework (Learn more)
* Inclusive fees and great program value
The Semester in Paris: French Language program allows you to attend the Cours de Langue et Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne, perhaps the most classic French language program in study abroad and an excellent way to build French language and cultural proficiency, as well as take content courses taught in French at the Catholic University of Paris.
We supplement this program with immersive field experiences inside and outside of Paris that build comfort in interacting in French.
Program Highlights
* A semester abroad in the heart of one of the most exciting and sophisticated cities in the world
* Study French language at the Sorbonne, probably the best known French language program in the world
* Attend content courses on a wide array of topics at the Catholic University of Paris
* Housing, cultural immersion and local excursions included in program fees
* Earn 12-18 credits toward your degree through fully-accredited coursework (Learn more)
* Inclusive fees and great program value
Semester in London

Program Description
London is one of the undisputedly great cities in the world and a phenomenal location for study abroad. Many of our staff have lived in London at some point and we often long to return to this thriving megacity.Our Semester in London program is geared toward the student that wants complete flexibility in designing a course (module) curriculum and a significant amount of independence to explore London and the surrounding areas. You will simply not have enough hours in the day to manage everything that London can offer outside the classroom: world-class museum, art, cinema, theater and architecture, energetic politics and culture and fantastic restaurants and nightlife.
On this program, you will be directly enrolled in four modules at London Metropolitan University (London Met) that can be selected to match practically any academic pathway. Our academic specialists in the United States can help you navigate the massive module curriculum at London Met and select appropriate module options.
Outside the classrom, we provide our usual support services, including procuring comfortable apartments in central London and local cell-phones, having on-the-ground staff available for detailed orientation, questions and emergencies, and providing an exciting set of excursions within London.
There is also an option to substitute one of the courses taken with an internship that is administered by London Metropolitan University
Program Highlights
- A semester or year abroad in the heart of one of the most exciting cities in the world
- A custom curriculum of up to four courses (modules) at London Metropolitan University, one of the largest universities in London
- Internship opportunities providing relevant work experience
- Time available for independent exploration of London and easy access to much of Continental Europe
- Study abroad in an English-speaking country
- Housing, cultural immersion and local excursions included in program fees
- Earn 12 credits toward your degree through fully-accredited coursework
- Inclusive fees and great program value
SUMMER STUDY ABROAD
A unique experience
You can use Summer.StudyAbroad.com to conduct an extensive college search for the ideal summer study abroad program during your overseas study. Follow links, graphics or e-mail buttons and request more information. Your opportunity for international study is almost here.
Global Learning Semesters operates transformative semester and summer study abroad programs for college students that blend accredited academic coursework with extensive co-curricular travel.
Study and travel to four beautiful Mediterranean countries!
Spend a semester or summer abroad in Cyprus, Greece, Italy and Spain (semester only) and immerse yourself in Mediterranean culture. A variety of topics is available to fit any major or concentration.
This program is designed for business students who would like an introduction to marketing in an international context. The academic component of this program encompasses both international marketing and cultural studies in order to emphasize the need to understand the culture and environment in any international marketing exercise.
Students will compare marketing across Cyprus, Greece and Italy to marketing in the United States during their field exercises. Students travel to Athens and Rome by air and several Greek islands by cruise ship.
This program could be valuable to any business student that is considering an international career, particularly in sales or marketing.
You can use Summer.StudyAbroad.com to conduct an extensive college search for the ideal summer study abroad program during your overseas study. Follow links, graphics or e-mail buttons and request more information. Your opportunity for international study is almost here.
Global Learning Semesters operates transformative semester and summer study abroad programs for college students that blend accredited academic coursework with extensive co-curricular travel.
Study and travel to four beautiful Mediterranean countries!
Spend a semester or summer abroad in Cyprus, Greece, Italy and Spain (semester only) and immerse yourself in Mediterranean culture. A variety of topics is available to fit any major or concentration.
This program is designed for business students who would like an introduction to marketing in an international context. The academic component of this program encompasses both international marketing and cultural studies in order to emphasize the need to understand the culture and environment in any international marketing exercise.
Students will compare marketing across Cyprus, Greece and Italy to marketing in the United States during their field exercises. Students travel to Athens and Rome by air and several Greek islands by cruise ship.
This program could be valuable to any business student that is considering an international career, particularly in sales or marketing.
Semester in Europe

The Semester in Europe program is one of the most unique experiences in study abroad. We know of no other program that combines a traditional on-campus semester abroad with integrated educational travel to so many remarkable cities.
You will travel with your classmates and professors to approximately 25 cities that have shaped our world, including Athens, Paris, Florence, Prague, Amsterdam, Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, Venice and Rome.
At the same time, you will develop a broad understanding of the past, present and future of Europe through college coursework in international relations, history, art history, sociology and geography. This coursework is taught by experienced faculty at the leading college in Cyprus, a modern and beautiful country that serves as our home base.
The Semester in Europe is so immense that we needed a map to make it fit on one page. You can use the map to read more about the countries we visit and study. The scope of our program is unmatched. It is the only program we know of that combines this much educational travel with a full traditional semester abroad at a foreign college. Classroom work is supplemented with over 30 days of educational excursions and immersion activities through 12 European countries (including Cyprus), with visits including the European Union Parliament and the Council of Europe
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