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KU Leuven ‌ Discover yourself.

Start with the world.

Are you interested in a career as a manager? Perhaps you are planning on taking over the family business or leading a team of employees in a government organisation, SME or non-profit organisation? Perhaps you want to build your own company?

If so, the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme is worth your consideration.

The BBA programme is a unique, English-language bachelor’s programme at our campus in Brussels. It has a strong international focus and combines an academic approach with in-demand practical skills sought by employers worldwide. In short, it is not business as usual.

We work hard to cultivate a student-focused educational culture. Our excellent student advising service and numerous business-oriented activities (from business seminars to company projects) support your professional development.

The BBA programme is hosted at our campus in the heart of Brussels – home to a vast number of international companies, organisations and institutions and a multicultural, multilingual melting pot full of surprising contrasts.

Our programme will broaden both your knowledge of business and your personal, academic and professional horizons. It is a stepping stone to a successful international career.

I look forward to welcoming you personally on our campus.

Tom Van Puyenbroeck Campus Dean

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The Faculty of Economics and Business has a clear motto at the campus in Brussels: “Not business as usual�. This encapsulates our unique educational profile well. We stimulate entrepreneurship in a programme with a clear business-oriented focus. Choosing the BBA is choosing a programme with a strong reputation in the corporate world. All academic programmes at this campus are KU Leuven programmes. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from KU Leuven.

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Discover KU Leuven Situated in Belgium, in the heart of Western Europe, KU Leuven has been a centre of learning for nearly six centuries. Today, it is Belgium's largest and highest-ranked university and, founded in 1425, one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Europe. As a leading European research university and co-founder of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), KU Leuven offers a wide variety of international master’s programmes, all supported by high-quality, innovative, interdisciplinary research.

I chose the BBA programme because I wanted to study economics in English and I was able to do this in Brussels. Furthermore I was really impressed with how the BBA programme links theory and practice, especially through the business projects.

Isabell Antar (Germany)

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Study Economics and Business at KU Leuven, Campus Brussels 1 Truly international Our BBA will challenge you to meet and work closely with students from other cultures and nationalities. The diversity of our programme is impressive: approximately 60 nationalities are represented in the BBA programme.

2 Business oriented We invite international managers and government officials to share their experiences with students at guest lectures held throughout the year.

You will acquire valuable managerial skills through business projects in each of the three years of the curriculum. Emphasis is placed on decision-making, teamwork, dealing with other cultures, time management and effective communication.

3 Interdisciplinary Our BBA’s interdisciplinary approach prepares you to address and solve business problems by drawing on insights and experiences from multiple disciplines and perspectives – often as a member of a team. In this way, the BBA simulates the real world of business and leverages input from a multitude of cultural backgrounds and worldviews.

4 Language skills You will graduate with an excellent command of a world language as all the courses are taught in English. Intensive language courses in Dutch, French, Spanish and German are also offered for students wishing to improve their command of a foreign language. In your second and third bachelor it is even possible to follow courses in French in an exchange program with a French speaking university in Brussels.

5 In the heart of Europe Learn business where business is done!

Brussels is the economic heart of Europe.

As a business hub, Brussels has a central position in Europe and it hosts the EU and the NATO, as well as diverse range of international trade and finance organisations.

Brussels is where hundreds of multinational corporations have their head offices and where many important political and economic decisions are made. Your campus is in the middle of this decision-making centre: a head start for launching your career.

6 Centrally located The campus is located in the heart of Brussels, only a five-minute walk from Brussels Central train station, with several metro (underground) connections in the immediate vicinity.

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has a fascination for the world of business; is eager to pursue an international career; sees learning and working in a multicultural team as a personal asset; wants to enter the labour market with both practical experience and an academic Bachelor’s degree; wants to study in the vibrant international and multicultural city of Brussels, the capital of Belgium and beating heart of Europe.

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Today, companies must find their way in an increasingly complex economy. Globalisation has extended markets far beyond national borders and technology keeps global commerce moving 24 hours a day. Some products and services are become increasingly complex, while others are becoming obsolete. Consumers demand prompt and customised service at the best price.

Businesses require complex networks of distribution. These are just some examples of the issues you will address as a BBA student.

The BBA programme is taught in English and has a strong international focus. It is both hands-on and academic. It follows a ‘practice-as-orientation’ and ‘science-as-foundation’ approach.

It also equips you with the academic skills you need to complete assignments and research and write your bachelor's (in the BBA) and master's (in the MBA) thesis. You will develop both your analytical skills and your academic and professional communication skills. You will learn to think critically and to present your findings in a concrete and concise manner.

I have excellent memories from my BBA experience. Not that the programme was easy, but because it challenged me to grow. The programme was designed to benefit students. It takes full advantage of the ‘team approach’ and still equips the individual with the ability to make educated business decisions.

Nkora Nkoranigwa (Tanzania)

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Entrepreneurial learning: management projects Business orientation is the leitmotiv in the programme, but it is particularly and explicitly noticeable in the business projects. There is , in which you develop specific skills that are important to business professionals: entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary thinking, management skills (e.g. teamwork, meeting skills, negotiating, and professional reporting), languages and, of course, business contents and academic skills. The management projects are ideal opportunities to start working on your career while completing your studies.

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Management Project I: Social profit project As a first-year student, you immediately discover and develop your entrepreneurial skills, project management and interview skills, team spirit and language skills. In the social profit project, you are part of a team that carries out a project to support a good cause.

A coach keeps you on the right track with the help of workshops and feedback sessions.

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Management Project II: Business Project: Company Screening & Management Game You team up with other students to work on an integrated business project in the second year of the programme. You select a key enterprise, audit it financially, analyse the industry it operates in, and study its internal organisation. Obviously, this also means that you have to explore various aspects of the company on-site. To round off, you write an academic paper and give a presentation on the project. You also play the management game which simulates a business context, with you squarely in the driver’s seat. Your team manages a company and competes with two or three enterprises in the same sector.

Every team member is assigned a position in the executive committee and takes responsibility for a department. You make all important decisions as a team – selling price, marketing budget, staff, production, financing – taking economic forecasts into account in the face of unexpected events.

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Bachelor thesis For students enrolled in the third year of the programme, you complete an end work in the form of a bachelor thesis.

Bachelor’s programme Learning Tracks The BBA is organised in learning tracks: Strategy & Business Sciences, Economics & International Business, Research & Methods and Human Behaviour, Law & Society.

These four tracks continue throughout the three bachelor years gradually becoming more specialised. Along these tracks you learn the basics of business science, economics and international business. You are coached in developing competences you need in real-life business environments. You acquire insight into the principles of strategy, management and entrepreneurship. n

Strategy & Business Sciences Come up with a new product? Start up your own company? Where do you start?

You develop knowledge and skills on entrepreneurship, marketing management and human resources management.

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Economics & International Business Globalisation forces managers and policy makers to make the right decisions quickly nowadays in addition to which they have to formulate an answer to many challenges and opportunities. Making the right decisions depends on a thorough knowledge of how the economy works. Therefore it is very important that you understand these economic systems. You will focus on the European and global context where companies are active.

That’s why you also need to develop your language and communication skills

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Research & Methods In this learning track it is not the knowledge that is at the centre, it is the method to get to the knowledge: how do you find reliable answers to the questions of a company? You learn to use the correct research methods and interpret the results with a critical mind.

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Human Behaviour, Law & Society Companies and organisations are part of a bigger world. You will learn how the economy is embedded into the society as a whole. You will also learn that people are the most important asset of a company.

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The Business Administration programme consists of a of 180 ECTS and a of 60 ECTS. For the bachelor’s programme we have worked out a model study programme of 60 ECTS per year (see the following pages). After three years, you obtain a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree. You can then choose to continue your studies in the master’s programme, culminating in a Master of Science in Business Administration degree after a fourth year of 60 ECTS.

Study programme The bachelor’s programme consists of 180 ECTS (60 ECTS per year).

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STRATEGY & BUSINESS SCIENCES n Financial Accounting n Banking & Finance n Management

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Professors provide hands-on experience by holding workshops and open forums where we put theory into practice by solving day-to-day problems. Learning path coaches organise extra tutorials alongside professors’ lectures give us a chance to practice the theory. The extra guidance and exercises give you a broader perspective on what has been taught in the lectures. The support is great.

Anna Picard (USA)

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STRATEGY & BUSINESS SCIENCES n Financial Reporting & Analysis n Strategic Management n Personnel & Organization n Marketing

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RESEARCH & METHODS Research Methods for Business Economists II n Management Project II Company Screening and Management Game n Statistics for Business Economists II n Mathematics for Business Economists II

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Example schedule This sample schedule gives you an idea of how your school week might look. Keep your total credit load in mind: one ECTS represents 25 to 30 study hours. This includes time spent in class, as well as time spent reviewing notes, reading for class and preparing for exams.

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During your time in the Business Administration programme, we regularly provide you with opportunities to interface with the business world.

Alongside the business projects, we organise lectures, training sessions, company visits and other events. Some students choose to complete a company project as part of their master’s thesis.

Competences day Competences Day is a conference day on management techniques featuring guest speakers from the business world. Company specialists teach you the principles of three useful basic competences: assertive negotiation, time and self management and creative problem solving. Knowledge of these competences is an added value for your CV. Competences Day includes both theoretical tools and case studies. You will learn efficient meeting techniques, tips to keep a balanced schedule and strategies to think ‘out-of-the-box’, all of which are useful in any job or company. You will have the chance to apply the insights gained at the event in various professor-supervised projects throughout the year.

Business Seminars We also organise regular business seminars to keep you abreast of the latest developments in the world of business. The seminars, held several times a year, are given by prominent business leaders. Guest lecturers from past years include Jos Delbeke (Director-General for Climate Action, European Commission), Norm Johnston (Global Digital Leader, Mindshare Worldwide) and Sophie Dutordoir (CEO, Energy Benelux & Germany, Electrabel/GDF Suez).

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Mathematics: an important element of the BBA Today’s business economists often use mathematical models to describe reality in a logical way.

The language of mathematics provides powerful tools to describe and explore such models.

By learning this language you develop skills in recognising structure, systematic problem-solving, and checking the plausibility of an obtained result. You will also refine your knowledge of mathematics in courses like statistics, economics, financial algebra, and econometrics.

We offer a range of tools to help you develop your mathematical skills.

Brushing up course and assessment test We organise a brushing up course in the run-up to the beginning of the academic year.

The one-week course reviews a number of important topics and concludes with an assessment test. After this test you receive personal feedback and advice on which mathematics track to take.

Information on the brushing up course can be found on our website including dates for the course and registration.

For students from a country inside the Council of Europe (see: www.coe.int), the assessment test is obligatory, however, the brushing up course is recommended preparation. For students from a country outside the Council of Europe, it is obligatory to take a SAT Reasoning Math test (or ACT Math test) prior to enrollment. n If your SAT result is at least 550 (or your ACT result is at least 23), you are eligible to start the standard track. The assessment is optional but recommended. n If your SAT result is between 500 and 550 (or your ACT result is between 21 and 23), you are eligible to start the BBA programme on the condition that you attend the brushing up course and complete the assessment.

Mathematics: standard or slow track Different tracks give you the opportunity to study at your own pace. The consists of two hours of mathematics per week, plus an optional two-hour tutorial every second week where supplementary exercises will be covered. The offers you the possibility of supplementing your schedule with extra classes in mathematics. This enables you to be well prepared for the exams. The standard and slow tracks cover the same study materials and students in both groups will take the same exam.

Please consult our website for a detailed description of the mathematics topics you are expected to have covered in secondary school. On our website, we provide an online test you can take to see if your level of mathematics is sufficient.

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EFMD Equis Accreditation

The Faculty of Economics and Business has established its place amongst the top business schools in the world by acquiring European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation for its four campuses.

The EQUIS accreditation is awarded by the EFMD, recognized globally as an accreditation body of quality in management education with established accreditation services for business schools and business school programmes, corporate universities and technology-enhanced learning programmes.

Obtaining the EQUIS accreditation is achieved with a balance between academic rigour and professional relevance which is provided by our close interaction with the corporate world. EQUIS attaches particular importance to the creation of an effective learning environment that favours the development of students’ managerial and entrepreneurial skills, and fosters their sense of global responsibility. It also looks for innovation in all respects, including programme design and pedagogy. Our innovation comes from deep faculty involvement in their respective disciplines. Faculty members and members of the administration are active in international conferences and thus discuss programmes in their respective fields with colleagues from around the world. In addition, a number of faculty members teach short-term courses internationally or have joint appointments with international universities.

Master’s programmes Many BBA graduates choose to continue their studies in one of our two graduate programmes. Building on the foundation laid in the BBA, our graduate programmes hone your academic and professional skills and prepare you for a rewarding career in management. n

the right information shared in the right place with the right people. You will be trained to have an eye for the overall picture and for detail.

International Relations The International Relations (IR) major is embedded in the context of global economics and international business life. It covers international management and marketing techniques as well as international socio-economic analysis and monetary economics. As a student in the IR major, you will particularly develop insight into the role of governments in international relations and business.

Master of Science in Business Administration (60 ECTS) The Master of Science in Business Administration (MBA) programme is a one-year programme with a strong international focus designed to provide you with the academic knowledge and hands-on experience needed to be successful in the world of business.

Within the MBA programme, you choose one of three ‘majors’, which correspond with the three orientation options offered in the BBA programme.

International Business Management The International Business Management (IBM) major is a comprehensive programme that provides you with an overview of the many different aspects of management of organisations and companies. Are you planning on launching an international business career? Are you eager to work for a company or an organisation that operates on an international scale?

Then the IBM major may be for you.

Business Information Management Do you have a strong interest in the general operation of industrial processes and the related information technology they require? Business information managers lead IT projects and supervise new IT systems. In the world of ICT, three things matter most:

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Master of Science in Business Economics (60 ECTS) The Master of Science in Business Economics programme emphasises the acquisition of fundamental knowledge and skills in an area of specialisation related to the corporate world. You will develop deeper insight into a broad range of fields and fine-tune your personal graduation profile. Upon completing the programme, you will be able to apply scientific frameworks independently and critically, allowing you to evolve continuously in a dynamic society.

This programme is organised at our campus in Leuven. You are required to complete a preparatory programme in Leuven before being admitted to the programme.

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After Graduation Although many BBA graduates go on to graduate-level studies, your BBA degree certainly has value in its own right in today’s job market. We are well-equipped to support you in this respect.

Students and alumni can consult relevant job vacancies and internships with the help of an online application. You will also have to opportunity to meet potential employers at job fairs organised throughout the year and during campus recruitment activities.

Open employment horizon As a BBA graduate, you marshal a wide range of knowledge and that can be successfully applied in a wide range of vacancies and sectors. Depending on your personal interests and career goals, positions in purchasing, sales, marketing, production control, planning and budgeting, financial management and ICT are all open to you. Other graduates find employment in banks and insurance companies, join the civil service or one of the European institutions, or start their own company.

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The international atmosphere was a remarkable asset. My classmates came from all over the world. In class, we solved problems and applied theory to practice with the help of professors from various fields of expertise. It really helped me take a step forward in my professional career. Just a few months after graduating, I joined one of the world’s leading IT companies – ASUS – as a marketing manager.

Jani Singh (Finland) – Marketing Manager at ASUS

The MBA helped me to better manage our family business, the Caramel Confectionery. I learnt how important it is to combine a long-term strategy with a well-balanced communication plan for our customers. Honesty and straightforwardness are crucial in this respect. Özesç Çirakli (Cyprus) – Owner of the Caramel Confectionery

Study abroad Studying abroad opens your eyes to new people, languages, cultures and ways of doing business. That’s why we encourage our students to do a portion of their studies abroad.

Increasingly, employers value young professionals who are ‘at home’ with doing business in a multicultural, multilingual workplace. We have fully recognised exchange agreements with 90 universities worldwide, including universities in Norway, Italy, France, Poland, Turkey and Great Britain. For students looking to go further afield, we also offer opportunities in Brazil, Mexico, South Africa and South Korea.

I would definitely recommend the Erasmus exchange programme to all BBA students. An international experience is always an asset to your résumé. Any chance to meet new people and broaden your network is a plus!

Vreni Bean (Belgium)

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Meet us We understand that deciding where and what to study is an important personal and professional decision that requires both information and thought. We organise various events to introduce you to our programme from different perspectives and answer your questions or concerns.

Prospective Student Week Interested in finding out exactly what it’s like to be a BBA student? Sit in on an actual lecture for a day, tour the campus and meet our teaching staff and students during one of our Prospective Student Weeks. n Monday, 27 October through Thursday, 31 October 2014 (Fall Break) n Monday, 10 February through Friday, 16 February 2015 (Spring Break)

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Your application We welcome your application if you have obtained a secondary school diploma deemed appropriate for entry into higher education in your home country (only relevant for students with a non-Belgian diploma) and can provide evidence of your proficiency in English and mathematics.

Application procedure If you obtained a degree that is awarded by an institute of the Flemish Community in Belgium, you can register through . If you prefer to register , please visit the Student Administrative Services Centre at Campus Brussels.

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a signed application form a certified copy and translation of your diploma of secondary education proof of access to higher education in your home country a certified copy and translation of any diploma and transcript of academic records (listing courses, credits and marks) evidence of proficiency in mathematics (only for students from a country outside the Council of Europe) a copy of your national identity card (for Belgian students) or a copy of your international passport including – if you already have it – a copy of a valid visa and/or valid residence permit (for non-Belgian students) evidence of proficiency in the English language a motivation letter, including study objectives 2 recent passport-size photographs

Please consult the website for the most recent information.

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Questions about the application process?

Our admissions team holds regular office hours over Skype to answer all your general questions about the application process. Please check the website for available dates and times.

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Tuition fee The annual tuition fee is 890 EUR for European nationals. The fees for non-EEA students have not yet been confirmed, please check our website as of December 1st 2015.

The tuition fee is subject to indexation and only covers scheduled learning activities and exams.

It does not include costs related to study materials, travel and living expenses, personal insurance, etc. The admission letter needed to apply for a visa will only be issued upon the payment of the full tuition fee, which must be paid before 1 June 2015. Full access to services (digital learning environment, course material list, student advising, etc.) will only be granted when your registration has been completed and the complete tuition fee has been paid.

Start of the academic year The academic year starts on Monday, 21 September 2015. Orientation activities for new students are held on campus on Friday, 18 September 2015.

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Services & facilities Orientation Days We organise an extensive programme of events to help you acclimate to your new home away from home. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in Orientation Days, meet with your programme coordinator, break the ice with your fellow students, tour the campus, learn about its facilities and services and your curriculum and explore Brussels – all in a relaxed, social atmosphere.

Housing Finding a place to live in an unfamiliar city can be a challenge. Our social services staff will gladly assist and advise you in your housing search. Most students find housing on the private market. Our staff can direct you to individuals and organisations with student rooms to rent.

Student dining All campuses have a cafeteria where you can grab a sandwich or snack at reasonable prices. Campus Brussels has a quality student restaurant offering hot lunches, snacks and salads. Be sure to stop by the popular Sofie’s Clubke, the place to be to meet your fellow students.

Sports Students looking for sport and fitness facilities need look no further than Campus Parnas.

Our social services staff also organises regular recreational events – including the famed Futsal Cup – in cooperation with other Brussels-based universities and university colleges.

The Brussels Student Sports Card gives you access to a variety of sports activities and courses in the city.

Student associations Would you like to really get involved in student life? Then join one of our international student organisations: AIESEC, HUB MUN, Brussels Student Society or I*ESN. They organise management training sessions and international conferences and coordinate sports and cultural activities.

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Brussels: the place to be!

Vibrant city As a student, it will not take long for you to discover that Brussels is a city full of surprising contrasts. Brussels is rich in art, history and architecture, and its local specialties and friendly atmosphere will endear you. The city has much to offer to students: a cosmopolitan lifestyle, sport facilities, libraries, bookshops, restaurants, cafĂŠs and bustling cultural scene.

Rich cultural life Brussels is not only a mecca for the performing arts, it also houses more than 75 museums housing everything from modern arts to comic books. The cityscape is full of historic buildings, beautiful parks and cozy town squares – all within walking distance of the Brussels campus.

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Brussels, headquarters to many international organisations and companies and beating heart of the European Union, is a truly cosmopolitan city. Over 30% of Brussels’ residents are non-Belgians and 134 languages are spoken in the city. Brussels has two official languages, Dutch and French, but English is rapidly becoming the lingua franca in the city.

Cuisine With a cosmopolitan population comes a cosmopolitan cuisine. You can find practically any type of restaurant in Brussels. Do not forget to let your taste buds explore the Belgian cuisine, with its crispy French fries, delicious chocolates and authentic Belgian waffles.

Brussels and beyond Brussels is an ideal home base from which to explore the rest of Europe.

London, Paris, Cologne, and Amsterdam are all a proverbial stone’s throw from Brussels, easily accessible by train and budget air travel.

Easily accessible Campus Brussels is located in the heart of the city, just a five-minute walk from the Brussels Central train station, with several metro (underground) connections in the immediate vicinity.

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Disclaimer This brochure provides the most complete and accurate information available concerning this bachelor’s programme offered at KU Leuven. However, amendments to the composition of this programme and others mentioned in this brochure may be approved at any time. KU Leuven is in no way legally bound by the information provided in this brochure. The most recent information on all our academic programmes can be consulted at www.kuleuven.be/internationalprogrammes.

Last updated: October 2014

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