BBS - Bachelor in Business Studies

Language

All courses are taught entirely in English.

Program duration

Bachelor programs consist of 180 European credits and take 3 or 4 academic years of 9 months of full-time studies to complete (up to 9 or 12 quarters respectively), depending on the chosen study track and intensiveness. Total contact hours amount to 1800. Courses are scheduled between Monday and Friday, between 9am at the earliest and 9pm at the latest.

Program structure

Two study tracks are available, the American study track and the European study track. Depending on the chosen track, the program intensiveness will vary, allowing students to study at their own preferred pace.

American study track: 15 course credits per quarter 15 contact hours per week 30 study hours per week

European study track: 20 course credits per quarter 20 contact hours per week 40 study hours per week

Program starting dates

Because of the modular design and flexibility of the program, students can start their studies in October, January, April, July, and August. Please refer to our academic calendar for the exact starting dates. Bachelor programs are offered at several campus locations. Please refer to the program schedule for an overview of the campus locations where this program is offered.

Admission

For admission, students are required to have obtained a high school diploma (or equivalent, or higher) and be proficient in English. When applying, please adhere to the application procedures and guidelines.

• application procedures and tuition fees

Courses

Undergraduate courses are divided into 3 main categories: core courses, specialization courses and language courses. Electives can be any courses offered at the undergraduate level, including language courses. Several languages, including Spanish and French are offered each academic year at the beginner, intermediate and advanced level. Language courses are subject to availability.

• view the list of all undergraduate courses

• view the list of all language courses

Course requirements (without optional minor)

Electives

180 credits

Course requirements (with optional minor)

Specialization Courses (minor) Electives

18 credits / 6 courses 163 credits

Minors are considered as secondary specializations during undergraduate studies and form a fundamental component of the complete study program, offering a wide range of specialization courses. Several minors are available:

• Minor - Business Communication
• Minor - European Management
• Minor - International Management
• Minor - International Relations
• Minor - Sports Management
• Minor - Tourism and Hospitality Management

Program options

The Study Abroad Option allows students to study for one or more quarters at another campus location without experiencing interruptions or extensions in the study program. Courses and programs remain fully compatible across all campus locations. Students are also given the option to study abroad at one of our academic partners or to propose an external school, college or university and have it approved for credit transfer.

The Summer School Option allows students to enroll for an optional 4th quarter during the summer in order to accelerate their studies. Up to 20 credits are offered in core courses and electives. Courses are scheduled in 2 terms of 5 weeks, with each term representing 10 credits in courses.

The Internship Option encourages students to put their skills and knowledge into practice by completing a company internship, either locally or abroad. Several internships are offered by the school's corporate partners. Upon successful completion of the internship, 5 credits are awarded as elective credits for each month full-time equivalent, with a maximum of 3 months or 15 credits.

The Accelerated Studies Option is intended for those students who were never able to finish their undergraduate studies. Previously completed courses and accumulated credits will be evaluated for transfer into the study program of your choice. After careful evaluation, a limited number of credits can also be awarded for previous relevant work experience and other successfully completed training programs.

* private international undergraduate degree awarded by the business school; private international Bachelor degree awarded by the United International Business Schools organization upon the recommendation of the faculty of the business school