Bologna Business School (BBS) is a private institution affiliated with the University of Bologna, Italy’s oldest public university. While the University of Bologna is state-funded, BBS operates as a separate entity under the university’s umbrella, focusing on executive education and postgraduate programs. It functions with private governance and funding, including tuition fees and corporate partnerships.
BBS emphasizes practical, industry-oriented learning, distinct from the public university’s broader academic offerings. This hybrid model allows BBS to leverage the University of Bologna’s prestige while maintaining private-sector flexibility in curriculum design and international collaborations.
