MBA — Master of Business Administration

Overview

A US graduate business degree, delivered from Italy. The Unicollege MBA combines Westcliff University's American management curriculum with Unicollege's 3As Academic Model (Acquire · Apply · Amplify), preparing professionals to lead across functions, sectors and borders.

~2 yrs

Typical completion in blended format, with flexible study paths for working professionals.

100%

English-medium instruction, with international cohorts and US-aligned graduate standards.

WSCUC

Westcliff University accreditation through the WASC Senior College and University Commission.

Who it's for

Graduates and early- to mid-career professionals from any disciplinary background preparing to move into management, consulting, finance, entrepreneurship or general leadership roles in international organisations.

What you learn

Financial and managerial accounting, economics, marketing, operations, corporate finance, organisational behaviour, information systems, strategy and the global business environment — with a capstone applied to a real organisation.

Outcomes

Graduates step into leadership tracks at multinational firms, consultancies and SMEs, launch their own ventures, or progress to doctoral study (DBA) in business administration with the same Westcliff partnership.

Curriculum

A Westcliff-aligned MBA structured in four progressive blocks — from quantitative and managerial foundations through advanced strategy to a capstone project applied to a real organisation.

Term 1 — Foundations Term 2 — Core Management Term 3 — Electives Capstone

Financial AccountingMBA-5103 credits

Construction and interpretation of financial statements under US and international standards, with emphasis on managerial use of accounting information for planning, control and external reporting.

Managerial EconomicsMBA-5203 credits

Microeconomic reasoning applied to business decisions: demand, costs, market structure, pricing and competitive strategy in real organisations.

Marketing ManagementMBA-5303 credits

Customer-centric strategy across segmentation, positioning, the marketing mix and brand building, with case work on B2C, B2B and digital contexts.

Organizational BehaviorMBA-5403 credits

Individual, group and organisational dynamics — motivation, teams, culture and leadership — framed for managers operating in multicultural settings.

Business StatisticsMBA-5503 credits

Quantitative methods for business: descriptive and inferential statistics, regression and applied data analysis using spreadsheet and analytics tools.

Corporate FinanceMBA-6103 credits

Capital budgeting, cost of capital, capital structure and valuation — with applied cases in investment decisions and corporate financial policy.

Operations ManagementMBA-6203 credits

Designing and managing processes, supply chains and quality systems for service and manufacturing organisations, with attention to lean and digital operations.

Strategic ManagementMBA-6303 credits

Industry analysis, competitive positioning and corporate-level strategy, integrating prior coursework into general-management decision frameworks.

Information Systems for ManagersMBA-6403 credits

How information systems, data platforms and emerging technologies (cloud, analytics, AI) shape strategy, processes and competitive advantage.

Global Business EnvironmentMBA-6503 credits

Macroeconomic, political, regulatory and cultural forces shaping international business — with applied analysis of cross-border opportunities and risks.

Entrepreneurship & New Venture CreationMBA-7103 credits

From opportunity recognition to business model design, financing and launch — covering startups, corporate ventures and social entrepreneurship.

Digital MarketingMBA-7203 credits

Performance marketing across search, social, content and paid channels, with measurement frameworks, attribution and applied campaign work.

Sustainable BusinessMBA-7303 credits

ESG, circular economy and stakeholder strategy — integrating environmental and social value into corporate purpose, reporting and governance.

International BusinessMBA-7403 credits

Modes of internationalisation, global strategy, cross-cultural management and operating across regulatory regimes — with cases drawn from European and US firms.

Leadership & Change ManagementMBA-7503 credits

Leading individuals, teams and organisations through transformation — from change diagnosis and design to execution, communication and resilience.

Strategic Capstone ProjectMBA-7996 credits

An independent applied research project conducted on a real organisation — framing a strategic problem, gathering evidence, and delivering an actionable recommendation defended before a faculty committee. The capstone integrates the entire MBA curriculum and produces a deliverable of professional quality.

Faculty & partnership

The MBA is delivered by Unicollege faculty and Westcliff University instructors, combining a European academic environment with a US graduate business framework. Teaching is grounded in case work, professional practice and direct engagement with the international business community.

"Our students earn a US-accredited MBA without leaving Italy — combining Westcliff's American graduate framework with the case-based, applied teaching that defines the Unicollege classroom." — Unicollege Graduate School — MBA Programme Office

Career opportunities

MBA graduates move into general management, consulting and specialist tracks across multinational firms, SMEs, the public sector and their own ventures — in Italy and internationally.

Corporate management

General management, business unit and country-manager roles in multinational firms and growing SMEs.

Consulting

Strategy, operations and management consulting at boutique and global advisory firms.

Finance

Corporate finance, financial planning & analysis, treasury and investment-management functions.

Entrepreneurship

Founding new ventures, leading family businesses and driving corporate intrapreneurship initiatives.

Marketing

Brand, product, growth and digital marketing leadership across B2C, B2B and platform businesses.

Operations

Operations, supply-chain and transformation roles in industrial, service and technology organisations.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements?

Applicants need a recognised undergraduate degree (any discipline), a CV and motivation letter, and typically some professional experience. The Admissions Office reviews each application individually; relevant work experience and academic record are weighed alongside the interview.

What language is the MBA taught in?

The programme is delivered entirely in English. Non-native English speakers are asked to demonstrate proficiency (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent), unless their previous degree was conducted in English.

Is the MBA online, in-person or blended?

Delivery is blended — combining live online sessions, asynchronous coursework and in-person residencies in Italy. The format is designed for working professionals who need flexibility while keeping a strong cohort experience.

How much is tuition?

Current tuition, payment plans and applicable fees are published on the Tuition & Fees page. The Admissions Office can also share a personalised quote based on chosen pathway and starting term.

Are there scholarships?

Yes — merit-based scholarships and partial fee reductions are available each intake. Eligibility, deadlines and the application process are detailed in the current Scholarships & Financial Aid call.

Is the Westcliff degree valid in Italy and internationally?

Westcliff University is a US institution accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). The MBA is awarded directly by Westcliff University; recognition for specific professional purposes outside the US should be verified with the relevant authority in your jurisdiction.