Major in Business Administration

NA On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Bergamo

Program Overview

# Business Administration at University of Bergamo

Program Overview

The Major in Business Administration is the English-taught Bachelor's degree in Economia Aziendale at the University of Bergamo, designed to give you a comprehensive foundation in management, accounting, finance, law, and quantitative methods. This program is perfect if you're looking to develop a global perspective on business while building the analytical, digital, and soft skills that employers actually want in today's competitive job market.

## Curriculum Structure

First Year: Building Your Foundation

Your first year establishes the core knowledge you'll need across all business disciplines. You'll dive into fundamental courses in Management, Accounting and Finance, Quantitative Methods, and Law and Economics, giving you a well-rounded understanding of how businesses operate. These foundational courses ensure you have the tools to think critically about complex business problems before specializing in later years.

Second Year: Deepening Your Expertise

In your second year, you'll move beyond basics and develop deeper expertise in specialized areas. Building on first-year foundations, you'll take more advanced courses in areas like Organizational Design and Strategic Management under Management, Financial Accounting and Corporate Finance in the accounting and finance stream, and Statistics and Quantitative Methods for Business to strengthen your analytical capabilities. This is where you start seeing how different business functions connect and influence each other.

Third Year: International Experience and Specialization

Your final year opens doors to international opportunities and lets you tailor your studies to your career goals. You're encouraged to participate in Erasmus+ exchange programs or internships abroad, giving you real-world experience in global business environments. Through elective courses and internships, you can specialize in areas that align with your professional aspirations while maintaining the cross-functional perspective that makes you valuable to employers.

## Focus Areas

Management, Accounting and Finance, Quantitative Methods, Law and Economics, alongside soft skills, digital competencies, and entrepreneurial development.

## Learning Outcomes

Students develop analytical skills, entrepreneurial thinking, digital literacy, and professional communication abilities essential for navigating globalized business markets.

## Professional Alignment

The program is designed to align with international standards and is fully recognized within Erasmus+ and global exchange programs, facilitating career mobility across Europe and beyond.

## Reputation & Employability

The program offers 80 dedicated places in an 800-student Economia Aziendale program, ensuring a quality learning environment. As an English-taught curriculum at a respected Italian university, it positions graduates competitively in international job markets while maintaining strong connections to European higher education frameworks.

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Official Program Link: https://lt-ea.unibg.it/it/il-corso/major-business-administration

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

In the Major in Business Administration—the English-taught track of our Bachelor’s in Economia Aziendale (Business Economics) at the University of Bergamo—you'll dive into hands-on learning that turns theory into real-world skills. Small classes encourage active participation, helping you build communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities through interactive sessions and direct engagement with business challenges. You'll get professional exposure via internships, international mobility in your third year, and specialized labs that connect you to companies, all while using tools like data analysis and quantitative methods tailored to business.

Here are some standout experiential opportunities specific to this program::
- Laboratori d'Impresa (Business Labs): Third-year students join interactive, company-partnered workshops using problem-based learning for 3 CFU—choose one as a free elective or extra credit; six options available each year, like enterprise simulations.
- Internships (Tirocinio): Hands-on placements (3 CFU) for practical training and orientation, often abroad, plus third-year encouragement for international internships.
- Summer Business Program: English courses with University of Missouri professors, open to second- and third-year students for global business insights.
- Quantitative and Data Tools: Courses in Statistics, Big Data, Advanced Econometrics, Data Lab, and software for operational research, business applications, and decision models.
- Group and Project Work: Active student participation in small classes fosters relational skills; labs emphasize teamwork with real business problems.

These experiences set you up perfectly for a career in management, finance, or international business—spots are limited to 80 in English, so apply soon via first-come, first-served enrollment starting April 1. Check the full facilities and opportunities here: https://lt-ea.unibg.it/it/opportunita-ed-esperienze/laboratori-dimpresa. Ready to take the next step? Let's chat about your application!

Progression & Future Opportunities

At the University of Bergamo's Business Administration major (the English-taught track of the Bachelor's in Economia Aziendale), you'll dive into hands-on learning that builds real-world business skills through interactive projects, industry collaborations, and practical exposure—think tackling actual business challenges with tools and methods used by top companies. Small classes encourage active participation, helping you sharpen communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities essential for your career. In your third year, you can seize internships, international mobility programs, or specialized labs that connect classroom theory to professional practice.

Here are some standout experiential opportunities tailored to this program:
- Laboratori d'Impresa (Business Labs): Third-year students join problem-based learning labs with direct company interactions—pick one for 3 CFU as a free choice or extra credit; they're interactive and company-focused.
- Internships (Tirocinio): Hands-on professional placements worth 3 CFU, perfect for gaining real business experience in management, finance, or international markets.
- Summer Business Program: Partnered with University of Missouri-Columbia, featuring 3-4 English-taught courses by faculty from both schools—open to 2nd/3rd-year students for global business insights.
- Quantitative and Data Tools: Courses like Economic Statistics, Big Data, Advanced Econometrics, and Data Lab equip you with analytical software and methods for business decisions—no generic tools here, but program-specific focus on stats, machine learning applications, and operational research.
- Group and Project Work: Active student participation in small classes builds relational skills through group activities, plus electives in areas like Supply Chain, Marketing, and Strategic Management that involve collaborative projects.

Imagine applying these right away in Bergamo's dynamic economy, just 45 minutes from Milan—it's your launchpad to business success. Ready to apply? Spots fill fast (80 for English track), so check the official course page and get started: https://lt-ea.unibg.it/it/il-corso/major-business-administration For full facilities like labs, visit: https://lt-ea.unibg.it/it/opportunita-ed-esperienze/laboratori-dimpresa