University at Buffalo School of Management

International Exchange Program Policy MBA students who participate in international exchange programs may take either 9 or 12 credit hours, depending on the student's preference. The student will normally pay tuition charges to UB for the number of credit hours chosen. In addition, the student may have to pay non-academic fees levied by the host institution. Leave of Absence If in good standing, a student may petition for up to a two-semester leave of absence from the MBA Program. Students who would like to take a leave of absence should complete a Leave of Absence form located at: http://grad.buffalo.edu/content/dam/www/graduate/documents/students/pet_loa.pdf and submit it to their academic advisor in the Graduate Programs Office, 203 Alfiero. He or she can return to complete requirements without any further petition at the conclusion of the approved period. A leave of absence does not accrue time towards the maximum time limit of any program. If there are unusual circumstances, a student may request an extension of the leave. A student should advise his/her Program Office if he or she wishes to return earlier than the expiration date of the approved leave. A student data form will then be processed. PMBA Program Approval can be obtained (by a written petition) to register for day courses in order to complete a concentration or take specific electives. No more than 12 hours may be taken in a single semester. Prerequisites The prerequisites listed in this handbook for each course provide for proper sequencing of courses in the program. Students may be admitted to a class without the proper prerequisite only upon written consent of the instructor. Each student is responsible for making his or her program conform to prerequisite requirements. Probation A student is automatically placed on probation following any semester in which he or she develops one or more of the following indications of unsatisfactory progress: • Day Students: Less than 9 hours of new coursework completed during the past semester. • Evening Students: Less than 3 hours of new course work completed during the past semester. EXCEPTIONS: a) Students needing fewer than specified number in their last semester need only complete the credits necessary for graduation. b) International students must register for 12 hours of coursework in each semester in order to maintain satisfactory visa status. • Cumulative quality point average less than 3.00. • Accumulated grades of "Incomplete" for 12 or more credit hours. • Other academic infractions as described in this handbook. A student placed on probation shall receive written notice of this fact. Such notice shall inform the student that termination may occur at the end of the following semester if he or she remains on probation at that time. 66

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