Bologna Business School

Bologna, Italy

About

BBS (est. in 2000) is the business school of the University of Bologna (est. A.D. 1088). BBS ranks among the most innovative business schools in Europe and is one of the most reputable institutions in Italy. Interdisciplinary outlook, industry integration, and internationalization are the key pillars of the school's philosophy, which aims to provide students with the appropriate skills in order to face an ever-changing and complex economic landscape with confidence, knowledge, and motivation to succeed. Bologna Business School's Headquarters is located at Villa Guastavillani, a Renaissance building from the 16th century located in the Bolognese hills, less than ten minutes from the city center. Here history, technology, and tradition live together in a beautiful and natural framework. Bologna is a lively city located in the heart of Italy – 30 minutes away from Florence, one hour from Milan, two hours from Rome and Venice – in Emilia-Romagna, one of the richest regions in Europe.

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Programs

International Executive MBA

The Executive MBA (English edition) is a part-time program that allows you to combine study with work and family life. It features 13 core courses held online twice a week. The program also features 1 on-campus weekend once a month, Kick-off Hackatons, and Project Work.

Program format

Executive

Campus

Bologna, Italy

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Hybrid MBA

Its learning journey stands out thanks to cutting edge courses such as Managing Luxury Industries, Automation & Robotics, Entrepreneurship, through which it is possible to acquire tools and skills useful to manage innovations linked to excellences characterising Made in Italy. Furtherly, the program also features a people management driven characteristic, thanks to the cross-cutting course in Managing Hybrid Organizations, Mentoring sessions and Leadership Talks, deep dive meetings held by experts and thought leaders, to understand how new global challenges are transforming the tools and skills required to manage change within organisations in every function, from operations to marketing, from management…

Program format

Distance / Online

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Full Time Global MBA

The Global MBA is a 12-month full-time program entirely taught in English. It’s divided into three modules: general management, specialization courses and an internship or project work in a company.

Program format

Full time - 1 year

Campus

Bologna, Italy

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Executive Master in Business Analytics and Data Science (Hybrid)

Executive Master in Business Analytics and Data Science—a part-time, hybrid program (combining online learning and 2 on-campus sessions) conducted entirely in English. Comprising 11 core courses, dynamic educational activities, real-life case studies, and hands-on laboratories, the curriculum provides a comprehensive learning experience. Engaging Digital Talks with international managers facilitate experience-sharing and the exchange of best practices. Additionally, Crash Courses on Statistics, Accounting, and Finance offer a solid foundation in these critical fields. The program also includes Focus Sessions that address significant data-driven business challenges and themes. Two Residentials on Campus in Bologna, Italy—the heart of Data Valley—provides an enriching experience where participants interact with peers, professors, and the wider…

Program format

Distance / Online

Campus

Bologna, Italy

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Executive Master in Sustainability Transition Management

The Executive Master in Sustainability Transition Management is a 12-months online program, with teaching sessions hold two evenings a week (i.e. Tuesday and Thursday. 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. CET) and on two Saturdays per month (10:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. CET). Each online session combines lectures, case discussions, team-work, and sustainability transition dialogues with though leaders in the field. The program will also include an in presence three-day study tour in Italy in April 2024, where participants will experience how leading companies in the automotive, packaging, renewable energy, and food industries are heading towards sustainability transition.

Program format

Distance / Online

Campus

Bologna, Italy

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Executive Master in Artificial Intelligence for Business (Hybrid)

The Executive Master in Artificial Intelligence for Business is a 12-month hybrid program combining online study sessions, residentials on-campus, company visits, focus sessions with experts managers, and project work. The online teaching sessions take place two evenings a week. The study methodology is characterized by the flexibility of online sessions integrated by 2 Residentials (4-day each) on Campus. This smart formula will allow you to combine studying with your work and private life.

Program format

Distance / Online

Campus

Bologna, Italy

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Executive Master in Food Innovation and Regeneration (Hybrid)

The Executive Master in Food Innovation and Regeneration is a 12-month hybrid program combining online study sessions, 2 smart weeks on-campus, and project work in small groups. The program structure consists of three mandatory modules, with an additional optional module abroad. Each module focuses on specific topics and includes online and in-person lectures, testimonials, practical activities, and a final assessment to evaluate participants’ level of learning. Two Smart Weeks, each lasting four days, designed to enhance the value of personal interaction among participants and the School. These two experiences will take place in Bologna and Pollica.

Program format

Distance / Online

Campus

Bologna, Italy

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Last update on: 08/02/2023