Geneva Business School

Welcome to Geneva Business School!

Geneva Business School provides Swiss-quality business education in Geneva, Barcelona, and Madrid. We offer bachelor’s, master’s, MBA, and diverse continued education options that are 100% in English, and we are committed to using innovative learning methods and new technologies.

Students enjoy personalized mentoring, unique networking events, and support and guidance for internships and business ventures. A practical education in the classroom, combined with exposure to the real world of business means Geneva Business School students graduate job-ready.

Our faculty members all work actively in their sectors and offer their insights into current business trends as well as access to their own global networks. They organize business challenges, from creating companies and writing business plans to market research and much more.

This commitment to quality teaching and our interactive campuses provide a 360o learning experience to fully prepare students for the modern workplace.

Location

Geneva Business School main campus is located in Geneva, Switzerland, a city known for excellence in the worlds of Management and International Finance. Home to the United Nations Headquarters, more than 450 banking instituitions, and a host of other multinational organizations, Geneva is a consistent hub of international business activity. Recently named the world ́s #1 city for business competitiveness, Geneva is a city continually diversifying its markets and retaining its financial stability.

Address: La Voie-Creuse 16, 1202 Geneva (Switzerland).

Address: Carrer de Rivadeneyra, 4, 08002 Barcelona (Spain)

Address: Calle del Conde de Peñalver, 45, 28006 Madrid (Spain)

Geneva Campus:

Bachelor’s Fees(prices in Swiss Francs)

Application Fee: €150 (Non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: CHF 3,000 (One time fee, refund of 80% if the entry visa or the residence permit is refused by the Visa Authorities) Tuition per semester: CHF 12,450 (Total 3 year program / 6 semesters) (Refund of 100% if the entry visa or the residence permit is refused by the Visa Authorities) TOTAL: CHF 77,850

Master’s Fees(prices in Swiss Francs)

Application Fee: €150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: CHF 3,000 (one-time fee, 80% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Tuition per semester: CHF 10,250 (1.5-year / 3-semester program) (100% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Total: CHF33,900

MBAs Fees(prices in Swiss Francs)

Application Fee: €150 (Non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: CHF 3,000 (One time fee, refund of 80% if the entry visa or the residence permit is refused by the Visa Authorities) Tuition per semester: CHF12,950 (Total 1.5 year program / 3 semesters) (Refund of 100% if the entry visa or the residence permit is refused by the Visa Authorities) Total: CHF 42,000

Doctorate’s Fees(prices in Swiss Francs)

Application Fee: € 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: € 1,900 Tuition per semester: € 3,900 (3-year / 9-term program) Total: €14,850

Barcelona Campus:

Bachelor’s Program Fees(prices in Euro)

Application Fee: € 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: € 1,900 (one-time fee, 80% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Tuition per semester: € 6,950 (3-year / 6-semester program) (100% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Total: € 43,750

Master’s Program Fees(prices in Euro)

Application Fee: € 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: € 1,900 (one-time fee, 80% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Tuition per semester: € 5,450 (1.5-year / 3-semester program) (100% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Total: € 18,400

MBA Programs Fees (prices in Euro)

Application Fee: € 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: € 1,900 (one-time fee, 80% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Tuition per semester: € 7,460 (1.5-year / 3-semester program) (100% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Total: € 24,430

Doctorate Fees (prices in Euro)

Application Fee: € 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: € 1,900 Tuition per semester: € 3,900 (3-year / 9-term program) Total: €14,850

Madrid Campus:

Bachelor’s Fees (prices in Swiss Francs)

Application Fee: € 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: € 1,900 (one-time fee, 80% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Tuition per semester: € 6,950 (3-year / 6-semester program) (100% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) TOTAL: € 43,750

MBA’s Fees for 2017-2018 (prices in Swiss Francs)

Application Fee: € 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: € 1,900 (one-time fee, 80% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Tuition per semester: € 5,450 (1.5-year / 3-semester program) (100% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities) Total: € 18,400

Exceptional admissions conditions, COVID-19

While our admission requirements remain unchanged, we will provide support to prospective students whose exam results will be affected by the current global health situation. You can now submit your applications to Geneva Business School without test scores for an initial assessment. Please contact admissions@gbsge.com for more details.

Geneva, Switzerland

Ranked as the 8th city in the world in terms of quality of living in 2018, Geneva beautifully blends sophistication, culture, and breathtaking scenery to create one of the most prized destinations for students coming from all over the world.

Our Geneva Campus is located in the heart of the International District, the worldwide headquarter of diplomacy, and home of the Palace of Nations and the World Trade Organization.

Our enviable location in Geneva offers students incredible possibilities of networking and internships in the city’s top financial and international maintaining a close proximity to the campus.

With three official languages and a population made up of over 190 nationalities, Geneva is a premier cosmopolitan hub spot for business, international relations, and tourism.

Geneva’s undeniable old-world charm and picturesque streets lined with boutiques, restaurants, and hotels, combined with its state of the art financial, commercial and diplomatic facilities, make it one of the most attractive cities in which to pursue a business degree.

One of the top European student cities, Barcelona has something for everyone from its Mediterranean climate and beaches, world-class gastronomy, and cultural legacy, to its cosmopolitan vibe and legendary nightlife.

Our spectacular Barcelona campus is located in a beautifully renovated 19th-century building in the refined Eixample district, right off of Passeig de Gracià, the city’s most iconic architectural and commercial avenue.

The campus combines classic Catalan architecture with modern facilities. This also includes an elegant terrace, complete with table-top games and a barbecue area, for students to unwind between classes and enjoy the idyllic Barcelona weather.

While Barcelona’s unrivaled cultural and sports scenes make for a rich and diverse lifestyle outside of the classroom, it is our fantastic campus amenities, student services, and the city’s unique professional opportunities that make studying at Geneva Business School Barcelona an unforgettable experience

Studying in Madrid means studying in one of Europe’s most refined and culturally significant capitals. Its incredibly rich history combined with its devotion to innovation make Madrid the ideal hub in which to live while studying business.

The Geneva Business School Madrid Campus was inaugurated in September of 2018, meaning its facilities and equipment are brand new. The campus is centrally located in the Chamberí District, minutes away from the Royal Palace, and easily accessible by bus and metro.

One of the trendiest cities in Europe, Madrid blends significant traditions of art, gastronomy, and history with a thriving tech economy and start-up scene. Home to 17 universities, 30 research centres, and countless incubators and accelerators, the Spanish capital is a vibrant ecosystem of creation and innovation.

Easy to explore, with fascinating discoveries awaiting you at every corner, Madrid offers the perfect study destination to anyone wishing to live in a dynamic business capital while enjoying life’s simple pleasures: great food, beautiful architecture, and inspiring museums.

Geneva Business School is also present in Kazakhstan and Myanmar.

Through the strategic growth and concentrated focus, Geneva Business School is becoming a catalyst of business and financial innovation in European education. Geneva Business School is committed to higher education and carries out its mission to offer the best possible teaching and learning environment by assembling a team of able faculty with high academic and professional standards, combined with small class sizes offering the most positive experience gained of a private school.

BACHELORS PROGRAMS

Welcome to our Undergraduate Courses!

At Geneva Business School, we strive to make the transition to the workplace as successful as possible. Our pioneering Bachelor of International Management with six specializations fully equips you with the practical knowledge and leadership skills that the modern job market demands.

Both inside and outside the classroom, innovative teaching methods, dedicated mentoring, and fantastic networking opportunities allow you to graduate from Geneva Business School job-ready.

The Bachelor of International Management educates you in the essential theories and principles of international management. You will gain the tools, experience, and cross-cultural leadership required to successfully run a modern international enterprise.

This specialization will allow you to:

Intakes: February and September

Degree Awarded: Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in International Management

Transfer Opportunities: We offer our students the option to transfer for a semester between our Geneva, Barcelona, and Madrid campuses. Furthermore, we offer a study abroad option to international students who wish to study on one of our campuses for a semester

Internships: We offer support and guidance for internships and business ventures as part of our mission to prepare students for the world of work

Locations: Geneva Campus, Barcelona Campus, and Madrid Campus

BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALIZATION IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP

The Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in Entrepreneurship is designed to prepare you for the constant challenges of the startup sector. You will learn all the methods and skills necessary to succeed in this highly competitive area, with the ultimate goal of becoming a global success story. During the course, you will:

Degree Awarded: Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in Entrepreneurship.

BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALIZATION IN INTERNATIONAL FINANCE

The Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in International Finance is designed to enable you to continually adapt to constant changes in the world of finance and economics. You will be equipped with the tools to understand and manage all financial aspects within a private or public corporation and gain detailed knowledge of issues related to domestic and international financial instituitions. In this course, students will:

Degree Awarded: Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in International Finance

BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALIZATION IN DIGITAL MARKETING

The Bachelor of International Business with a Specialization in Digital Marketing will provide you with a profound understanding of new and diverse strategies, progressive marketing tools, and effective communication. Graduates will be able to immediately immerse themselves in this ever-expanding sector and market businesses effectively through digital media networks. The course will enable students to:

Degree Awarded: Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in Digital Marketing

Locations: Geneva Campus, Barcelona Campus and Madrid Campus

BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALIZATION IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

The Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in International Relations is a three-year undergraduate degree designed to provide you with the tools you will need to become a successful manager in international organizations. You will graduate with a solid understanding of the principal factors that influence global politics and foreign affairs and you will be able to:

Degree Awarded: Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in International Relations.

Internships: We offer support and guidance for internships and business ventures as part of our mission to prepare students for the world of work.

BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALIZATION IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT

The Bachelor of International Business Management with a Specialization in Sports Management is designed to provide you with the organization and communication tools to manage sports events, teams, federations, and sports clubs. Candidates will be equipped to become effective leaders and managers in the sports industry. Throughout the course, they will:

Degree Awarded: Bachelor of International Management with a Specialization in Sports Management.

Transfer Opportunities: We offer our students the option to transfer for a semester between our Barcelona, and Madrid campuses. Furthermore, we offer a study abroad option to international students who wish to study on one of our campuses for a semester

Locations: Barcelona Campus and Madrid Campus

Welcome to our Postgraduate courses!

Geneva Business School is committed to higher education, enabling students to complete their education with a Swiss Quality degree, a unique opportunity that strengthens their chances to consolidate their journey towards becoming a future leader.

Geneva Business School provides an educational platform for budding business minds around the world, thus preparing students for the world of Business Administration and Finance. We encourage them to develop their unique potential and become a productive member of society.

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

The Master of International Management is a three-year undergraduate degree designed to give you the tools to become a successful manager in the constantly changing business world. As well as the core courses that give you a solid foundation, you will get specialist training that will fully prepare you to enter the working world. This specialization will allow you to:

Duration: 1.5 years / 3 semesters

Degree Awarded: Master of International Management

Locations: Geneva campus and Barcelona campus

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALIZATION IN INTERNATIONAL FINANCE

The Master of International Management with a specialization in International Finance is designed to challenge your understanding of finance through rigorous training in the conceptual, analytical and empirical intricacies of modern international finance and investment. Geneva Business School has established a trading partner in London, the London Academy of Trading, to offer short term trading sessions during the final six-month Thesis period, increasing job opportunities afterwards.

Degree Awarded: Master of International Management with a specialization in International Finance

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALIZATION IN DIGITAL MARKETING

Digital Marketing students look at what marketing means in the modern age, and meet the pioneers who have paved the way before them. You will master the techniques, tools, and strategies to become a leader in your field.

Degree Awarded: Master of International Management with a specialization in Digital Marketing

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALIZATION IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT

Studying Sports Management gives students a 360-degree perspective of the sports industry, including the media, technological advances, and event planning. You will make key connections, attend top events, and graduate ready to take on the industry.

Degree Awarded: Master of International Management with a specialization in Sports Management

Locations: Barcelona campus

• Gain problem-solving management expertise
• Obtain private and public market management analytical skills
• Analyze business structures and identify areas to implement new methods and best practices
• Design and build new management strategies
• Gain knowledge of the global startup industry
• Acquire expertise in the legalities of business startups
• Obtain management, organizational, and strategic planning skills for launching new projects and businesses
• Acquire in-depth knowledge of international taxation and estate planning
• Learn risk management strategies and understand insurance policies
• Be able to perform a technical analysis
• Be familiar with hedge fund analysis and management
• Explore executive financial statement analysis
• Understand new technologies and use them to their full potential
• Gain expertise in the development of marketing strategies
• Effectively leverage social media networks to push business growth
• Actively develop a diplomatic strategy
• Introduce realistic solutions to manage current global crises
• Understand global cultures and social networking
• Build contacts with diplomatic organizations and staff to enhance global connectedness and vision
• Develop the communication and technical skills to be a key player in the sector
• Gain insight into practical business planning and management
• Learn how to efficiently plan sporting events, manage team organization, merchandising, and marketing
• General Manager
• International Sales and Marketing Manager
• Global Account Manager
• Management Analyst
• Chief Executive
• Entrepreneur
• Business Analyst
• Director of International Management
• Business Development Coordinator
• International Brand Manager
• Management Consultant
• Acquire knowledge of international taxation and estate planning.
• Learn risk management and gain an in-depth knowledge of insurance companies.
• Be able to perform a technical analysis.
• Be familiar with hedge fund analysis and management.
• Explore financial statement analysis for executives.
• Assets manager
• International organizations treasurer manager
• International financial manager
• International financial consultant
• Digital Marketing Specialist
• Social Media Strategist/Manager
• E-Commerce Manager
• Digital Marketing Director
• Product Management Director
• Gameday Operations Manager
• Public Relations
• Sport Marketing Analyst
• Athletic Director
• Sports Agent
• Event Manager
• Marketing Director
• Social Media Manager

MBA PROGRAMS

MBA IN INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in International Management is designed for professionals interested in deepening and expanding their knowledge of management. This MBA program prepares you to be successful in a constantly changing environment, offering the tools you need to keep growing and keep developing as a successful professional in the global business world.

Duration: 1.5 years / 3 semesters

Intakes: February and September

Degree Awarded: Master of Business Administration with a specialization in International Management

Transfer Opportunities: We offer our students the option to transfer for a semester between our Geneva, Barcelona, and Madrid campuses. Furthermore, we offer a study abroad option to international students who wish to study on one of our campuses for a semester

Internships: We offer support and guidance for internships and business ventures as part of our mission to prepare students for the world of work

Locations: Geneva Campus and Barcelona Campus

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Digital Marketing is designed to equip you with the skills needed to engage an audience through digital media and effectively market your business through these networks. You will be capable of actively working to develop marketing strategies and learn effective business planning for digital marketing. In addition to becoming experts in leveraging social media for business growth.

Degree Awarded: Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Digital Marketing

MBA IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in International Relations has been designed to provide you with a deep understanding of the impact international relations and geopolitical factors have on operational management and business success. After completing this MBA, you will be well prepared for jobs in international fields such as human rights, arms control, international laws and treaties. Over the course of this program you will:

Degree Awarded: Master of Business Administration with a specialization in International Relations

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Oil and Gas Management will provide you with in-depth knowledge and practical training relevant to the specialized field of trading in oil and gas on an International scale. You will learn how to face challenges and make key decisions within the energy industry. Over the course of this program you will:

Degree Awarded: Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Oil and Gas Management

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Sports Management is designed to enable you to stand out in skills of organization and communication so you will have the tools to manage and market sporting events, teams, federation and sports clubs. You will be equipped to become an effective leader and take advantage of the opportunities provided by this rapidly expanding sector.

Over the course of this program you will:

Degree Awarded: Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Sports Management

Locations: Barcelona Campus

• Gain problem-solving management expertise
• Obtain private and public market management analytical skills
• Discover the ability to analyze business structures
• Identify areas for implementation of new theories and methods
• Design and build new management strategies
• General Manager
• International Sales and Marketing Manager
• Global Account Manager
• Management Analyst
• Chief Executive
• Entrepreneur
• Business Analyst
• Director of International Management
• Business Development Coordinator
• International Brand Manager
• Management Consultant
• Be able to effectively publish and manage content for business growth.
• Acquire expertise in using Google analytics and various data analysis software.
• Gain familiarity with online legalities and rights management.
• Become an expert in designing and implementing online marketing campaigns.
• Digital Marketing Specialist
• Social Media Strategist/Manager
• E-Commerce Manager
• Digital Marketing Director
• Gain the capacity to work in the development of diplomatic strategy.
• Be introduced to realistic solutions for the management of current global crises.
• Be familiar with global cultures and social networking.
• Build contacts with diplomatic organizations and staff to enhance global connectedness and vision.
• Diplomacy
• Foreign Service
• Journalism
• Possess expertise in oil and gas trading techniques
• Become knowledgeable in economic principles that drive the oil and gas industry
• Be capable of international accounting and financing
• Gain familiarity with international policies and legal issues that govern oil and gas trade
• Trader
• Supply Chain Manager
• Commodities Expert
• Develop the communication and technical skills required to become an effective industry professional.
• Gain insight into practical business planning and management.
• Learn how to efficiently plan sporting events
• Manage team organization, merchandising, and marketing.
• Product Management Director
• Gameday Operations Manager
• Public Relations
• Sport Marketing Analyst
• Athletic Director
• Sports Agent
• Event Manager
• Marketing Director
• Social Media Manager

DOCTORATE PROGRAMES

The Doctorate in Business Administration at Geneva Business School is designed for you to use research to enhance your business practice. The primary goal of the DBA is to make a direct contribution to the practice of business management, policy or strategy. The program is developed to equip you with the skills you will need for your business research project during your third and final year.

During years one and two, you will undertake 6 self- study courses through our innovative online learning platform. These are designed to equip you with the skills you will need for your business research project during your third and final year. This project could focus on a real-life business situation, or a problem that you are dealing with in your current work situation. It could also be a business idea that you want to explore or focus on, or current ideas that are impacting the industry you are working in.

Throughout your time at Geneva Business School you will be supported by the DBA Program Manager and the program team. You will also receive direct support from an experienced professional who is in the same field of interest as you. Once the project is complete, you will present it to a panel of experts in your field.

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (DBA) IN INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

During years one and two of your Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), you will undertake six self-study courses through our innovative online learning platform. These are designed to equip you with the skills you will need for your business research project during your third and final year.

Your project could focus on a real-life business situation, or a problem that you are dealing with in your current work situation. It could also be a business idea that you want to explore or focus on, or current ideas that are impacting the industry you are working in.

Throughout your time at Geneva Business School you will be supported by the DBA Program Manager and the program team in Barcelona. In your final year you will also receive direct support from an experienced professional from your field of interest.

This program aims to provide extra knowledge to outstanding managers, who want to excel and develop their positions through active research that combines practical and theoretical approaches to the resolution of everyday challenges in the business world.

Intakes: Rolling Admissions

Degree Awarded: Doctorate of Business Administration with Major in International Management.

GBS offers a tailor-made schedule for every student. We realise the significance of juggling your professional commitments and your academic timetable. After many years of experience, we have developed a system to allow the maximum choice of subjects every semester with the ability for all of our students to combine theory and practice.

INTERNATIONAL ACCREDITATIONS

GBS combines the US system for accreditation and quality control, the European (Bologna) system for credits (E.C.T.S.) and the Swiss grading system. The numerous international accreditations that GBS holds, entitle the transfer of credits to other universities and to ensure that GBS is in line with the quality control bench-mark with the other high-quality universities around the world.

With the HeadQuarters based in Geneva, we have other GBS hubs and satellite campuses around the world. There are also any many international exchange programs allowing the transfer of students to and from the different campuses. The credits can be accumulated across the campuses and you can gain a truly international experience. There are over 60 nationalities currently represented.

At Geneva Business School we make every effort to remain in contact with our successful alumni network. We are PROUD of the fact that many of our alumni hold top level management positions, spanning across the globe, which is proof of the high quality of of our programs.

SWISS QUALITY BUSINESS EDUCATION

At Geneva Business School we provide an exclusive and privileged education in a stable environment, inspired by the Swiss learning ideal. Through the concentration of CORE, ORIENTATION and ELECTIVE courses, GBS strives to provide the best foundations for all of our students with an emphasis on “Swiss-style” small class sizes.

The GBS curriculums are regularly updated to cater to changing market demand, this is possible due to the continuous feedback from our active professors. With our programs, students are able to cover all aspects of business but still have the possibility to emphasise on their preferred area of studies.

PROFESSIONALLY ACTIVE FACULTY

The philosophy across the network of GBS, is to employ highly educated professionally active faculty members to teach. Our current faculty have excellent academic credentials and literally leave their office to teach students at GBS, before returning later in the day.

With the assistance of the GBS student council, students quickly see that the importance of participating outside of the class-room is equally important to participating inside of the class-room. The goals include maintaining a healthy life-style, creating an active network, and engaging in the GBS community.

You have access to a dedicated Career Workshop team who will prepare you for interviews and job applications, in addition to searching for professional opportunities. Internships are offered during all programs with highly established businesses.