Italy

Italy: Special Focus Business, Economics, and International Studies Programs: University of Commerce Luigi Bocconi, Milan

Host Institution

University of Commerce Luigi Bocconi, Milan

Highlights

Innovative and competitive, Bocconi offers an intensive focus on issues of developing global economies, international business, and economics. It is one of the leading European institutions for management of arts, nonprofit, and non-governmental organizations. Courses taught in Italian or English emphasize Italian and European entrepreneurial systems and global business. (details)

Duration

Fall semester: early September to mid-December
Spring semester: mid-January to June
Academic year: early September to June

(calendar)

Extension is possible from the fall to the year.

Academic Focus

International business and economics. Students attend classes with host country students and international students. For course descriptions and additional information, see the EAP Course Information page.

Language of Instruction

English or Italian

Language Study

Program begins with a required four-week Italian intensive language program (ILP). Additional Italian language study is available during the year.

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study on EAP.

Pre-ILP: 6 to 12 UC quarter units (details)
ILP: 3 to 8 UC quarter units (upper division)
Term: 18 UC quarter units per semester. The average course load is three to four courses per semester.

Housing

Students live in university residences or private apartments throughout the city with Italian students, international students, or UC students. Housing is pre-arranged. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.