Undergraduate Programs
Quality Leadership University is a private university founded in Panama in 1997 with the mission
to educate at the highest academic level more and better leaders and professionals who will
actively contribute to the development of the region. To this date, more than 1,600 panamanians
and professionals from around the world have culminated their Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees
in six different areas, studying completely in Panama. Today, more than 1,000 students are
enrolled in our Undergraduate and Graduate Programs, as well as our English for Success and
Continuing Education programs.
Quality Leadership University has collaborative agreements for graduate and undergraduate academic
programs with very prestigious universities: University of Louisville, Towson University, State University
of New York’s Empire State College, Florida International University, and Universidad de Chile.
Mission
Vision
Values
To educate at the highest academic level more and better
leaders and professionals who will
actively contribute to the region’s development.
To be highly recognized as one of the most important higher education
institutions in developing professional and leadership talent for
the region’s corporations and organizations.
Leadership as a way of life
Quality in all we do
The highest academic level
Transformational Education
Respect for diversity
Passion for service
Benefits and Advantages:
• The highest academic level in Panama.
• Accredited degrees from highly prestigious U.S.A. universities.
• The University of Louisville and Florida International University are accredited by the
Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; Towson University
and State University of New York are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher
Education of The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
• The only AACSB International accredited Bachelor of Science in Business Administration offered
in Latin America by a U.S.A. University.
• The same professors who teach at the main campuses of the universities in the U.S.A. also teach in
Panama.
• All the courses are taught in English.
• Career counseling and placement services.
• The program is completely offered in Panama City.
• Our graduates are preferred when competing in the labor market.
• Student financial loans through IFARHU for Panamanian citizens and V.A. Aid for U.S. citizens
and residents.
By your side from
start to finish
Bachelor of Arts in Communication, completely in Panama.
CTF-114-2011
First two years of General Education Requirements.
First two years of Pre-Engineering Courses.
Option to do the last two years of any undergraduate
program in Louisville, Kentucky, paying in-state tuition.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration,
completely in Panama.CTF-16-20111
Option to do the last two years in Towson, Maryland,
paying a discounted tuition rate.
Dual Degree in Business Administration.
Last year in Miami, Florida, paying a discounted
tuition rate.
Bachelor in Marketing, completely in Panama.
CTF-30-2011
Bachelor in International Business, completely in Panama.
CTF-184-2011
Admission Requirements
Admission is granted to students meeting the following requirements:
Freshman admission:
Students with high school transcripts from a U.S. or Panamanian high school
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Application Form
Final High School transcripts with a minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0 or 3.2/5.0.
Copy of Diploma
TOEFL score of 550 paper based or 79 IBT (ETS school code 1838 and/or 6523).
Students with high school transcripts from a non-U.S. or non-Panamanian high school
• Same requirements as above.
• WES (www.wes.org) or ECE (www.ece.org) evaluation of transcripts.
Transfer admission:
Students with transcripts from a U.S. university:
• Application Form
• Official transcripts from all previous universities attended with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0/4.0.
Students with transcripts from a local or international university:
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Application Form
Official transcripts from all previous universities attended with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0/4.0.
WES (www.wes.org) or ECE (www.ece.org) evaluation of transcripts.
TOEFL score of 550 paper based or 79 IBT
By your side from
start to finish
The University of Louisville (UofL) is one of the oldest and most pretigious
metropolitan public universities in the United States. Founded in 1798, it is a state supported metropolitan
university located in Louisville, Kentucky, the 16th largest metropolitan area in the U.S. UofL enrolls more than
21,000 students from all states and around the world in eleven colleges and schools. Quality Leadership
University has had academic collaboration agreements with University of Louisville since 1998.
Undergraduate Programs:
Accountancy, Aerospace Studies, Anthropology, Art, Art Education, Art History, Bioengineering, Biology, Business
Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chinese Studies, Civil Engineering, Classical Languages, Communication,
Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Early Elementary Education,
Economics, English, Entrepreneurship, Exercise Science, Finance, Foreign Language, Foreign Literature, French,
Geography, Health and Human Performance, History, Humanities, Industrial Engineering, International Business, Italian, Jazz,
Latin American Studies, Law, Liberal Studies, Marketing, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Medicine, Military
Science, Music Composition, Music Education, Music History, Music Instrumental & Vocal Performance, Music
Theory, Nursing, Paralegal Studies, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Religious Studies, Secondary Education,
Social Work, Sociology, Spanish, Sport Administration, and Theatre Arts.
University of Louisville is ranked by:
How does it work?
Obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from University
of Louisville studying completely in Panama.
Study the first two years of general education and complete the
last two years of Business Administration through Towson
University, completely in Panama.
Study an additional year and obtain a Bachelor’s Degree
in Marketing or International Business from State University of
New York’s Empire State College.
Study the first two years of general education requirements in
Panama and complete your degree in Louisville, Kentucky
paying in-state tuition, which represents savings of more
than $70,000.00
2+2
Program
After completing two years of studies, students have the option to move to Louisville, Kentucky to complete a wide variety of majors available at Louisville’s Belknap Campus in the Colleges of Arts &
Sciences, Business, Education & Human Development, and the J. B. Speed School of Engineering
paying in-state tuition and saving up to $70,0000.00.
General Education Offerings
BIOL 104-Intro to Biological Systems Lab
BIOL 102-Intro to Biological Systems
BIOL 263-Environmental Biology
CHEM 201-General Chemistry
CHEM 202-General Chemistry II*
CHEM 207-General Chemistry Lab*
COMM 112-Business and Professional Speaking
COMM 201-Principles of Communication
COMM 305- Intro to Mass Communication*
COMM 316-Research Communication*
COMM 440-Intercultural Communication
COMM 461-Strategic Communication Campaigns*
ENGL 101-College Writing
ENGL 102-Intermediate College Writing*
ENGL 306-Business Writing*
GEN 101-Campus Culture
GEOS 200-Global Environment
GEOG 390-Geography of Panama
HIST 102-History of Civilization II
HUMM 152-Cultures of America
MATH 111-College Algegra
MATH 180-Elements of Calculus
MATH 205-Calculus I*
MATH 206-calculus II*
PHIL 225-Business Ethics
PHIL 311-Intro to Logic
PHSYC 295-Physics Lab*
PHYSC 298-Physics*
POLS 325-Public Administration
POLS 399-Political Issues in Latin A.
PSYC 201-Intro to Psychology
SPAN 323- Spanish for the Workplace
TA 207-Enjoyment of Theatre
* Students must comply with prerequisite for the course.
Pre-Business Curriculum
Additional to the general education requirements, students will complete in their first two years of courses the Pre-Business
courses that will prepare them for admission to the College of Business of University of Louisville.
Micro computer Application
Accounting I
Accounting II
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Legal Environment of Business
Statistics
Elements of Calculus
Pre-Engineering Curriculum
Additional to the general education requirements,
students will complete Pre-Engineering courses that will
prepare them for admission to the J.B. Speed School of
Engineering.
Calculus I
Calculus II
General Chemistry I
General Chemistry Lab I
Chemistry II
Physics I
Physics Lab
Bachelor of Arts in
Communication
Campus Culture
Introduction to Psychology
Business and Professional Speaking
Introduction to College Writing
College Algegra
The Global Enviroment
Principles of Communication Systems
Introduction to Biological Systems
Introduction to Biological Systems Laboratory
Intermediate College Writing
Microeconomics
Public Administration
Principles of Mass Communication
Intro to Interpersonal Communication
Elements of Calculus
Statistics for Business & Economics
Information and Technology for Business
What can you do with a degree
in Communications?
Television and radio executive
Newspaper and magazine executive
News and feature magazine writer
Advertising and public relations executive
Sports marketing writer/executive
Events planner
Advertising or marketing specialist
Account executive
Sales manager
Media planner
Media sales representative
Radio Announcer
News anchor
Public relations manager
Producer
... and more
Cultures of America
Social Problems
Macroeconomics
Principles of Marketing
Geography
Introduction to Advertising
Newswriting
Introduction to Logic
Principles of Accounting I
Public Relations
Legal Environment of Business
E-Commerce
History of Panama & Civilizations II
Enjoyment of Theatre
Spanish
News and Feature Magazine Writing
Advanced Advertising
Intro to Biological Anthropology
Special Topics Newscast
Argument in Every Day Life
Business Writing
Introduction to Political Sciences
Introduction to Communication Technology
Research Communication
Towson University (TU) is Maryland’s Metropolitan University, the largest University in the
Baltimore area, and the second largest in the State of Maryland. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and
extended education programs in the arts and sciences, interdisciplinary studies, communication, business,
health care, education, fine arts, and computer information systems. Towson is the foremost educator of
Maryland’s teachers today, as well as home to RESI, a leading center for applied economics, management
consulting and technology solutions. Founded in 1866, it is part of The University System of Maryland. Towson
University has more than 21,000 students enrolled in seven different colleges.
How does it work?
Obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management
from Towson University studying completely in
Panama.
Study the first two years of general education
requirements in Panama and complete your
degree in Towson, Maryland paying a discounted
tuition rate which represents savings of more than
$50,000.00.
Study an additional year and obtain a Bachelor’s
degree in Communication from University of Louisville or
a degree in Marketing or International Business from
State University of New York’s Empire State College,
studying completely in Panama.
Bachelor of Science in
Business Administration
Management Major
Towson University is the only University System of Maryland institution
with AACSB International accreditation (Association to Advance Collegiate
Schools of Business), in both its Business Administration and Accounting
programs. As the 2nd largest undergraduate business school in Maryland, with
over 2,600 undergraduate students, the College of Business and Economics
offers quality applied business education, firmly grounded in liberal arts,
with majors in accounting, business administration, e-Business (the only
such program in the University System of Maryland), economics, and
concentrations in finance, international business, management and marketing.
The Accounting Program has ranked 7th in the United States in overall
scores on the Certified Public Accounting Exam.
Students at the School of Business and Economics gain valuable professional
experience by completing internships at businesses and other organizations.
In summary, our College of Business and Economics is the right choice for
future leaders. Whether for graduate admission or the job market, our
graduates are prepared to compete with the best and the brightest!
What can you do with a Bachelor’s Degree
in Business Administration?
Business Owner
Operations Manager
Production Manager
Consultant
Entrepreneur
Top Rankings
Small Business Owner
Marketing Manager
Human Resources Manager
...and more
Introduction to Psychology
Business and Professional Speaking
Introduction to College Writing
Information & Technology for Business
Elements of Calculus
The Global Environment
Intermediate College Writing
General Chemistry
General Chemistry Laboratory
Public Administration
College Algebra
Principles of Accounting I
Principles of Communication
Business Writing
History of Panama & Civilizations II
Political Issues in Latin Aamerica
Principles of Accounting II
Business Ethics
Microeconomics
Statistics for Business & Economics
Cultures of America
Legal Enviroment of Business
Enjoyment of Theatre
Macroeconomics
Introduction to Logic
Geography
Principles of E-Commerce
Business Cornerstone
Principles of Operations Management
Information Technology
Principles of Management
Principles of Financial Management
Principles of Marketing
Int’l Business Theory & Practice
Statistics for Business & Economics II
Project Management
Professional Experience
Human Resources Management
Mngt of Organizational Behavior
Spanish
Business Ethics & Society
Multinational Mgmt & Culture
Entrepreneurship and Small Business
Business Strategy and Policy
2+2
Program
After completing two years of studies, students have the option to move to Towson, Maryland to
complete a wide variety of majors available at Towson University paying a discounted tuition and
saving up to $50,0000.00.
Students who transfer to Towson University can choose from the following majors:
Degree Program
Accounting, Allied Health , Art + Design, Art (Studio), Art Education , Art History, Athletic Training, Biology, Business Administration,
Chemistry, Communication Studies, Computer Science, Cultural Studies, Dance, Performance and Education, Deaf Studies,
e-Business, Early Childhood Education, Earth-Space Science, Economics, Electronic Media and Film, Elementary Education,
English, Environmental Science and Studies, Exercise Science, Family and Human Services, Foreign Languages, Forensic Chemistry,
Geography and Environmental Planning, Geography and Land Surveying, Geology, Gerontology, Health Care Management,
Health Science, History, Information Systems, Information Technology, Integrated Early Childhood/Special Education:
Infant/Primary Integrated Elementary Education–Special Education, Interdisciplinary Studies, International Studies Law and
American Civilization, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Metropolitan Studies, Middle School, Education, Molecular Biology,
Biochemistry and Bioinformatics, Music, Music Education, Nursing, Occupation and Well-Being, Philosophy, Physical Education,
Physician Assistant Studies, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Religious Studies, Social Science, Sociology/Anthropology,
Special Education, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Sport Management, Theatre Arts, Women’s and Gender Studies
Pre-Business Curriculum
Additional to the general education requirements, students will complete in their first two years of
courses the Pre-Business courses that will prepare them for admission to the College of Business of
Business and Economics of Towson University.
Info and Technology for Business
Principles of Accounting I
Principles of Accounting II
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Legal Environment of Business
Statistics for Business and Economics
Elements of Calculus
Ahora también puedes iniciar tus estudios en español y
obtener un título de USA
Inicia tus estudios de materias generales en Español, tomando clases diarias de inglés y escoge entre las siguientes
opciones:
Licenciatura en Administración de Empresas con Énfasis en Gerencia.
Licenciatura en Administración de Empresas con Énfasis en Mercadeo.
Licenciatura en Administración de Empresas con Énfasis en Negocios Internacionales.
Licenciatura en Ciencias de la Comunicación.
Estudia los dos primeros años de materias generales en español al mismo tiempo que aprendes inglés y termina los
dos últimos años en Panamá, en los programas ofrecidos en colaboración académica con University of Louisville,
Towson University y State University of New York’s Empire State College, estudiando en inglés.
Estudia los tres primeros años en Panamá y termina el último año en Miami, Florida pagando una tarifa reducida
y obtén un título de Florida International University.
Estudia los dos primeros años de materias generales en español y termina los dos últimos años en Louisville,
Kentucky pagando como residente del estado, lo que representa un ahorro de más de $70,000.00
Estudia los dos primeros años de materias generales en español y termina los dos últimos años en Towson, Maryland
pagando una tarifa similar a la de residente del estado, lo que representa un ahorro de más de $50,000.00
Requisitos de Admisión
Formulario de Aplicación.
Créditos de secundaria con promedio mínimo de 3.5.
Diploma de Bachillerato.
Examen para certificación del nivel de inglés.
Copia de cédula.
Inversión
42 mensualidades de $300.00 al hacer el
programa completo en Panamá.
Florida International University is worlds ahead in its service to the community, as Miami’s
first and only four-year public research university. With a student body of more than 44,000, FIU the 25th largest
university in the nation. Ninety-six percent of the university’s full-time faculty hold doctorates or the highest
degree in their field. FIU is currently #1 in the nation in awarding bachelor’s and master’s degrees to Hispanic
students.
Students have a unique opportunity to obtain an undergraduate degree by transferring their credits from Quality
Leadership University in Panama to the prestigious School of Business of Florida International University in
Miami, recognized as a leader in international business programs.
How can you obtain these degrees?
The students register to take courses at Quality Leadership University’s programs in Panama to complete
three years of education. Afterwards, during the fourth year of study, they transfer to FIU’s College of Business in
Miami to complete a minimum of 30 credit hours and obtain a undergraduate degree in Business
Administration from Florida International University.
FIU is ranked by:
The State University of New York (SUNY)
has 64 campuses offering over 2,500
courses in 55 degree programs to more than 430,000 students. The Empire State College is part of the State
University of New York system with 35 teaching locations throughout New York State.
All Empire State College International Program students are part of a unique and motivational
approach to learning. International Programs work to allow students all over the globe to earn fully accredited,
State University of New York degrees without leaving their home countries. Other international program
locations include:
• Tirana, Albania
• Prague, Czech Republic
• Athens, Greece
• Thessaloniki, Greece
• Beirut, Lebanon
• Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Degrees earned from State University of New York’s Empire State College in
Panama are identical to those earned by students living in the United States. There is absolutely no difference
between a degree earned abroad and a degree earned in New York.
Ninety percent of the college’s full-time
faculty holds doctoral or other terminal
degrees.
Our faculty is largely based in New York
State. Many travel to our various locations
to provide instruction. Mentors are focused
on providing each student with academic
support and guidance.
How does it work?
Study the first years of general requirements and transfer to State University of New York’s Empire
State Collage to take the last 10 courses of the Bachelor in Business Admistration with emphasis in
Marketing.
Study the first years of general requirements and transfer to State University of New York’s Empire
State Collage to take the last 10 courses of the Bachelor in Business Admistration with emphasis in
International Business.
What can you do with a major in
Marketing?
Marketing Manager
Account Manager
Advertising Executive
Brand Manager
Consultant
Customer Affairs Manager
Insurance Agent
Market Researcher
Merchandising Specialist
New Product Representative
Purchasing Agent
Recruiter
Research Analyst
Retail Sales Representative
Sales Manager
Store Manager
What can you do with a major in
International Business?
Business Analyst
Currency Dealer
Customs Broker
Entrepreneur
Export Sales Representative
Foreign Affairs Specialist
Foreign Trade Consultant/Specialist
Global Sourcing (Procurement) Specialist
International Account Representative
International Bank Manager
International Consultant
International Economist
International Financial Analyst
International Marketing Specialist
International Media Planner
International Product/Brand Manager
International Real Estate Broker/Agent
International Stock Broker
International Trade Specialist
Business Education requirements
Principles of Accounting I
Principles of Accounting II
Legal Environment of Business
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Information and Technology for Business
Statistics for Business and Economics
Principles of Marketing
Principles of Management
International Business Track
Cross Cultural Management
Global Business
Entrepreneurship & Small Business
Global Marketing
International Finance
Global Strategy
Comparative Literature
Comparative Economics
International Law
Ethics for a Global Economy
Marketing Track
Consumer Behavior
Market Research
Management Information Systems
Services Marketing & Management
Intergrated Marketing Communication
Internet Marketing
New Market Era
Global Marketing
Strategic Market Planning
Senior Project
University of Louisville
in Panama
Please return this completed application and all required credentials to:
Universidad de Louisville
Calle 45, Bella Vista
Panama City, Republic de Panama
Telephone: 507-264-0777
Fax Number: 507-264-7962
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
FRESHMAN APPLICANTS
 Application for Undergraduate Admissions
 Official ACT or SAT test scores*
 Official high school transcript
 TOEFL and/or Institutional TOEFL
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TRANSFER APPLICANTS
Transfer applicants with 23 or fewer semester hours earned or in progress must submit the following:
Application for Undergraduate Admissions
Official ACT or SAT test scores*
Official high school transcript including the date of graduation. An official transcript must also be submitted from EACH
college or university attended even if credit was not earned
TOEFL or Institutional TOEFL
Transfer applicants with 24 or more semester hours earned or in progress must submit the following:
Application for Undergraduate Admissions
An official transcript from EACH college or university attended must be submitted even if
credit was not earned. All University of Louisville transcripts will automatically be
submitted with this application.
TOEFL or Institutional TOEFL
*must be submitted directly from test agency to the University of Louisville Office of Admissions
PERSONAL DATA
(Applications that are not typed or printed legibly will not be accepted)
1. Full Legal Name:
Ms./ Mr.
Other names under which
records may be listed
2. Date of Birth:
Last (family name)
First Name
3. Sex:
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4. Citizenship:
□ White/Non-Hispanic □ Hispanic
□ Black/African-American □ American Indian
□ Asian or Pacific Islander
Address:
7. Telephone:
(Home Address)
City
Street
Country
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8. Email Address:
(Mailing address, if different)
9.
Emergency Contact:
Name
Address
Female
5. Ethnic Background (check one)
Country of Birth
City of Birth
Country of Citizenship:
Country of legal permanent residency:
6.
Male
y
Relationship
Telephone
Home Phone
Alternate Phone
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION
*Transcripts from previously attended institutions are required.
List ALL high schools attended (beginning with most recent):
Name
City /State/Country
Attended (mo/yr)
Date of Graduation
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List ALL colleges attended (beginning with most recent):
Name
City /State/Country
Attended (mo/yr)
Degree
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Are you currently enrolled in college? ____ Yes ____ No
Total credit hours earned _____________________
Cumulative Grade Point Average ______________
Academic Status at the last college attended: ___ Good Standing ___ Probation ___ Dismissal
I understand that making false statements and providing incomplete information may result in the cancellation of
my admission and/or registration. I certify that the information provided in completing this application is true and
correct.
Signature
Date
The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against persons because
of race, age, religion, sex, handicap, color, or national origin. Completion of related items is optional; however, it
will aid in the prompt processing of your application and will be used for federal, state, and affirmative action
reporting purposes.
For Office Use Only:
PRG:
ACTR:
PLAN:
RSTR:
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Contingencies:
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Other:
Adm. Cond. Cklst:
Enclosure
Date:
TERM:
ACAD/LEV:
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Test Scores:
Toefl:
Transcripts:
GPA:
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Fee Payment:
ACT/SAT:
Observations:
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