This study presents an experience report about an international exchange in the School of Nursing University of California Los Angeles in the period of January - June 2008, during the development of the Master Program at Anna Nery Nursing School Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. The purpose is to present the activities developed during this period, in courses done and participation in a group of research. The experience contributed to improve theoretical aspects related to our research that involves men with cancer and nursing management. It is suggested that institutional strategies should be implemented by the Graduate Programs, with a support by the government financial agencies to offer international experiences of international, exchanged during the Master Program. These international experiences provide a deep impact on personal and professional development. The international exchange is also an intervention to facilitate an international partnership.
International Educational Exchange; Graduate in Nursing; Oncology Nursing