BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration - International Management
DURATION
3 up to 4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
CHF 73,800
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, Distance learning, On-Campus
Introduction
Program duration: 3 up to 4 years, full-time
Program format: Full-time, Part-time, On-campus, Online, Hybrid
Program language: English
Degree awarded: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Deadline: no deadline to apply
Locations: Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Tokyo, Zurich
Starting dates: 8
Program Duration
Full-time students can earn a Bachelor’s degree in 3 academic years (9 months each), completing a total of 9 quarters with 20 credits each. Alternatively, students can extend their studies to 4 academic years, completing 12 quarters with 15 credits each when spreading the workload.
Kick-start your studies up to 8 times per year
Students can choose from multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer of each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal education planning.
Thanks to the program’s flexible structure and modular design, multiple starting dates are available throughout the academic year in October, November, January, February, April, May, July, and August. All campuses follow the same academic calendar.
Study Destinations
Students can transfer between campuses on a quarterly basis with guaranteed program compatibility. Our quarter-based academic calendar allows for a continuous study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Our 9 global campus locations are in Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Tokyo, and Zurich.
All campuses are centrally located in exciting destinations. Students are encouraged to transfer between campuses for one or more quarters but may also choose a single campus as their primary location. Those who prefer shorter study-abroad experiences can join our seminar courses taught by visiting professors at several campuses throughout the academic year.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international private Bachelor of Arts in Design Management (BA) degree, awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty at the local campuses where credits were earned.
Curriculum
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including daytime courses (between 8:30 and 18:30), seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days, and several online courses available 24/7, or any combination in a blended format.
Courses are typically scheduled in 3-hour sessions. Connect with an admissions advisor, or refer to the course planning once enrolled to find out more about course availability in specific formats throughout the academic year.
Program Requirements
| Courses | European Credits (EC) | |
| Core Courses | 12 | 60 |
| Courses from the selected Major | 7 | 35 |
| Courses from the selected Minor | 4 | 20 |
| Electives | 10 | 50 |
| Subtotal | 33 | 165 |
| Capstone related to the selected Major | 10 | |
| Extra-Curricular Activities | 5 | |
| Total | 180 |
Majors
- Global Business
- Global Economics
- Global Entrepreneurship
- Global Finance
- Global Marketing
Minors
- Asian Management
- Business Communication
- European Management
- International Management
- Small Business Management
Core Courses
- ACC1001 Principles of Accounting
- ACC3001 Cost Accounting
- ACC3002 Managerial Accounting
- BUS2002 Entrepreneurship
- CUL3001 Cross-Cultural Training
- ECO2004 Macro Economics
- ECO2005 Micro Economics
- ECO3001 Managerial Economics
- FIN1001 Principles of Finance
- FIN3001 Managerial Finance
- HUM2001 Human Resource Management
- HUM3001 Leadership
- HUM3002 Organizational Behavior
- INF2001 Information Systems
- MAN1001 Principles of Management
- MAN2003 Managing Growth
- MAN3001 Strategic Management
- MAR1001 Principles of Marketing
- MAR2002 Digital Marketing
- MAR3001 Consumer Behavior
- MAR3002 Marketing Communications
- MAR3003 Marketing Management
- OPE3001 Supply Chain Management
- QUA1002 Principles of Business Calculus
- as well as any course with the following course codes:
- BUS xxxx
- ECO xxxx
- FIN xxxx
- MAN xxxx
- MAR xxxx
Electives
Electives can be any course from any category. However, the choice of electives is limited to those courses that are listed in the course planning for a specific quarter or term, and that are scheduled at a particular campus during that period.
The scheduling of courses is based solely on the enrollment of students in certain programs. The more diverse the programs students enroll in, the more variety of courses, and thus electives, will be available. If all students enroll in the same program, only a limited number of courses can be scheduled, based on the preferences of enrolled students and the availability of professors.
Admissions
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Scholarships and Funding
Scholarships are limitedly available, in the form of a fee reduction of the total program fees. Students can apply for a scholarship based on previous academic merit (minimum average grade of 80% or more). Scholarships are only available for full-time, on-campus students. Contact our admissions department directly for more information.
Rankings
UIBS has been ranked in Tier One of the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings 2024, placing among the top programs in Europe. Our Online MBA holds the #14 position worldwide, reflecting its excellence in digital learning. Additionally, UIBS is featured in the 2024 Global DBA Listing, reinforcing our leadership in doctoral business education. We are also proud to be recognized by QS Stars for our outstanding performance in teaching, online learning, business studies, and employability, underscoring our commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international private Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree, awarded by the school's HQ in Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty at the local campuses where credits were earned.
Our Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program is programmatically accredited by the US-based Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Career Opportunities
Career Preparation and Job Placement
Our Careers Department supports students in planning their career paths by:
- Organizing career seminars
- Facilitating meetings with business professionals interested in recruiting
- Maintaining job and internship listings on our Careers Portal
Our study programs are designed to meet the demands of a broad range of business professions. Students receive assistance in finding internships and jobs with both local and multinational companies. Additionally, we review CVs and provide valuable interview tips.
Dedicated Career Services
With the help of our dedicated career services and online career center, students and alumni receive the support they need to launch their professional careers.
Our Career Department organizes career seminars and guest speaker events on a quarterly basis. Meanwhile, our online career center offers 24/7 access to the latest job offers, internship opportunities, and a wide range of videos and articles with valuable career tips.
Professional Career Perspectives
Our professional study programs prepare students for a wide range of professions across various industries. However, it is important to note that our programs do not grant access to regulated professions or government employment.
While government employment may be limited due to the private nature of our degrees, several alumni have successfully secured positions within government authorities.
Program delivery
Program Duration
Full-time students can earn a Bachelor’s degree in 3 academic years (9 months each), completing 9 quarters of 20 credits each. Alternatively, they can extend their studies to 4 academic years, completing 12 quarters of 15 credits each when spreading the workload.
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including daytime courses (between 8:30 and 18:30), seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days, and online courses available 24/7. A blended format combining these options is also possible.
Courses are typically scheduled in 3-hour sessions. To learn more about course availability, connect with an admissions advisor or refer to the course planning once enrolled.
Program Admission Requirements
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