Swiss School of Management in Rome, Italy

Swiss School Of Management:
The Swiss School of Management (SSM) is a private institute of higher education belonging to the Swiss Management Academy International. SSM is located on the University of Washington's campus in Rome's historic city center. We have a diverse student body coming from all over the world and offer a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs that provide not only a truly practical business education but also combine the latest in technology with the most forward-thinking business, educational and leadership ideas. Our courses include Master of Business Administration (MBA), Night/Executive MBA, Dual MBA, Capital MBA (Tri-city MBA program) and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Leadership Study Abroad Semester (LSAP). All programs are in English.

We offer "one on one" coaching throughout the duration of your studies. Here, you will find an excellent faculty and staff who are ready to help you with your studies and provide a friendly and supportive environment. Our partnerships with international business schools and employers will provide you with student exchange and internship opportunities, and a curriculum that is built with the experience of business people in the field.

Courses / Programs include:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) 
- Dual MBA Program
- Capital MBA (Tri-city program)
- Night / Executive MBA
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Advanced Diploma in Business Administration
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Leadership Study Abroad Program

Accreditation, Certification & Membership:
- Swiss School of Management is an institutional member of IACBE International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education. 
- Swiss School of Management has been re-certified by EduQua. EDUQUA is the Swiss Quality Certificate for Institutes for Further Education 
- The Swiss School of Management’s BBA and MBA program has been approved by the US Department of Veterans Affairs. 
- Swiss School of Management is a member of Businet. The aim of Businet is to promote the development of a European curriculum for all students undertaking studies in the field of business education.

Vision:
The Swiss School of Management is committed to providing excellence in international education. Through teaching methods based on the typical Swiss way of behavior, we encourage professionalism, quality thinking, and a business minded attitude. The Swiss School of Management is a place for those that seek knowledge, strive toward excellence, and want a better life for themselves and their fellow citizens.

Mission:
The Swiss School of management is an English speaking, higher learning institute based in the eternal city of Rome that aims to provide students with the highest quality international educational experience through one-on-one leadership coaching, personal development plans, and innovative educational tools to help students develop qualities that will distinguish them as leaders. Ultimately our mission is to provide students the global business competencies required for leadership and success in demanding careers in the global economy.

Teaching Methods:
Students will benefit from a range of teaching methods that are all geared towards awakening interest and kindling enthusiasm. We believe that this approach is the best way to impact knowledge easily and successfully. The Swiss School of Management helps develop students' talent through

One-one-One Coaching
Each student can leverage the expertise of our faculty to prepare themselves for their future.

Diverse teaching methods
Our range of teaching methods includes lectures, class discussions, case study analysis, simulation, real-time problem solving sessions, role play and group assignments. Practical application and network-building is also emphasized.

Industry Exposure
Management skills are learned more by experience and observation than in the classroom, which is why students will have many opportunities to interact with and to learn from experienced and successful business leaders.

Problem solving techniques
Students will learn to approach problems with creativity and disciplined thought. Students also benefit from the diverse perspectives of colleagues who hail from around the globe.

Holistic personal development
Through our teaching techniques, we strive to help our students develop their personalities as managers and entrepreneurs. To this end we focus on: charisma, leadership capabilities, character, decision making courage, knowledge of human nature, motivation, intuition and business ethics.

The Swiss School of Management has high academic standards and seeks to maintain these standards by recruiting high caliber students. In deciding which candidates should be selected, we look for evidence of academic knowledge in diverse fields such as English Literature, Mathematics and Social Sciences that are relevant to business studies, and candidate's interest in the subject of business, management and leadership.

Entry is competitive, and we do our best to offer a place to the applicants who are the closest match to our selection criteria on the basis of all the information available to us. This includes exam results, educational history and any other factors affecting a candidate's performance.

The SSM MBA is based on a common core curriculum of 10 general management courses and a thesis project or business plan.  It is designed to equip students with the capabilities required for a successful career management level and beyond. 

Common Core Curriculum
- Leadership and Organizational Behavior
- Human Resource Management
- International Negotiations Skills
- Strategic Financial Management

Students will graduate with an MBA in Global Management & Leadership.  If you prefer another topic you can select from one of the following specializations:  Finance, Marketing, Human Resources or Entrepreneurship.
 
Program Intakes
The program lasts 1 year and has four intakes: October, January, April and June.