Bachelor studies Global Business, Finance and Governance

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

SGH Warsaw School of Economics

Program Overview

This three-year, English-taught bachelor’s degree is ideal for students who are interested in international business, finance, economics and how governments and organisations operate across countries. It offers a strong mix of business knowledge, financial understanding and global awareness, making it a good fit for students who want an international career.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:
In the first year, students build the foundations needed for future study in business and finance. Subjects such as Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematics, Statistics, Accounting and Finance help students understand how markets, companies and economies work. Students also study Business Information Systems, Law and Corporate Social Responsibility, while continuing to develop their language skills.

Year 2:
The second year focuses more strongly on international business and economic decision-making. Students study areas such as International Economics, European Integration, Management and Economic and Social Policy. They also begin exploring subjects such as International Finance, Multinational Firms, Business Cycle Analysis and Foreign Market Research.

Year 3:
In the final year, students can shape the course around their career interests through specialist and elective modules. Subjects may include Global Marketing, Capital Markets, International Project Management, International Trade Law, Sustainable Development and Negotiation Techniques. Students also complete a company internship, bachelor’s seminar and final academic project.

Focus areas: International business, global finance, foreign-market analysis, capital markets, global marketing, European integration, sustainable development, multinational companies and international project management.

Learning outcomes: Students learn how to analyse business and economic data, evaluate international markets, understand financial decisions, manage business projects and communicate effectively in global professional settings.

Professional alignment: SGH holds AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA accreditations, often referred to as the “Triple Crown” of international business-school accreditation.

Reputation: SGH is one of Poland’s leading economics and business universities and is particularly well regarded for the employability of its graduates.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The programme is designed to give students more than classroom knowledge. Students develop practical skills through company projects, consulting assignments, market research, specialist software and a compulsory internship.

Practical learning opportunities include:

A compulsory company internship lasting at least three weeks
Consulting projects for private and public-sector organisations
Financial consulting and foreign-market expansion projects
Practical experience with SAS, SPSS and MATLAB
Access to Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Forms and other Microsoft tools
Group projects, presentations and business case studies
Workshops and lectures delivered with corporate partners
Career advice, internship listings and employer events
Double-degree opportunities with selected international universities
Access to SGH’s library, academic databases and research support

These opportunities help students build confidence in areas such as data analysis, teamwork, consulting, financial research and international business decision-making.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for careers in international companies, banks, consulting firms, financial institutions, government departments, NGOs and international organisations. The combination of finance, economics and business knowledge allows students to move into a wide range of professional roles.

Typical career options include:

International Business Analyst
Junior Financial Analyst
Market Research Analyst
International Project Coordinator

Students also benefit from:

Career counselling and individual career assessments
Access to job and internship opportunities
Employer networking through career fairs
Workshops and projects with corporate partners
Support for entrepreneurship and business ideas
Internationally recognised business-school accreditation
Strong preparation for careers in finance, consulting, marketing, logistics and public administration

SGH does not publish a course-specific average graduate salary for this programme, but the university has a strong reputation for graduate employability in Poland.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the bachelor’s degree, students can continue into SGH’s Master in Global Business, Finance and Governance. They may also progress to master’s degrees in International Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Business Analytics, European Studies or Sustainable Development.