Gabelli School graduate business students are required to have an appropriate laptop prior to starting their academic program. Laptops must be loaded with the following Microsoft Office 2019 or Microsoft Office 365 components, which are provided by Fordham University free-of-charge to all active students:
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Word
In most cases, this requires an up-to-date Microsoft operating system such as Windows 10, or an Apple with MacOS. Students can download the Microsoft Office suite from their MyFordham Student page and install it on up to five devices, or use the Apporto Virtual Lab platform. Before upgrading the Microsoft Office software, please check that your computer meets the system requirements to run Microsoft Office 2019 or Office 365.
If your computer does not meet the requirements, you will need to purchase a computer that does. We suggest that you purchase a laptop with abilities beyond your need today, keeping in mind that your needs will change over time. Generally, we recommend laptops targeted toward business professionals that tend to emphasize performance and durability.
Please see guidelines for computer specifications.
While there is no one perfect laptop, you should consider:
• Do you want a lightweight model with the longest possible battery life?
• Would you trade-off slightly heavier weight for more functionality?
• Is it important for you to have a larger keyboard and display?
Questions?
If you have any questions about the system requirements above, please contact Fordham IT Customer Care at 718-817-3999. Our technology staff looks forward to working with you to make your studies at the Gabelli School of Business successful.
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