12 March 2024, 6:30 PM

USI EMBA opens its doors for a presentation of its new program EMBA13, starting in November 2024 and extending through May 2026. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the master, the application requirements, its new vision and mission.

SCHEDULE

6:30 Presentation of the new Executive MBA by Academic Director Paulo Gonçalves, Ph.D MIT Sloan
7:00 Interactive Q&A Session
7:15 Aperitivo

OUR FORMULA

12 core courses + 2 elective courses.
1 course per month, consisting of 1-day asynchronous and 1 weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
1 Study Tour in Boston, USA

Enhancing Your Career Prospects
The USI EMBA program aims at advancing your career. By spotlighting the success stories of our alumni and showcasing the high-caliber positions they’ve achieved, we provide you with both inspiration and a clear vision of your potential future. Our collaboration with the Career Service of USI further amplifies your career opportunities, granting access to a network of top-tier employers and a career support tailored to your professional aspirations.

Ethics and Conscious Leadership
With the incorporation of ethics and conscious leadership into our curriculum, we aim to cultivate leaders who not only succeed in their careers but also contribute positively and ethically to the business world.

Casa della Sostenibilità
The House of Sustainability project is a collaborative endeavor between the Municipality of Airolo and the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), designed to establish a premier destination in Ticino for promoting education and fostering discussions on sustainable development. This initiative focuses on engaging with the Alpine region as a starting point for exploring sustainable practices.

Vision
USI EMBA’s vision is to empower the next generation of global business leaders, instilled with unwavering ethics to drive transformative- positive change in the world.

Mission
USI EMBA’s mission actualizes its vision to shape ethical global business visionaries, through an unwavering commitment to excellence in education, led by our experienced international faculty who bridge theory and practice in intimate class settings. We embrace cutting-edge innovation, champion values and ethics, and commit to sustainability, nurturing strategic alliances. This empowers our students to lead by example, catalyzing profound, positive change in the relentless pursuit of a more sustainable and harmonious world.

Academic Director Paulo Gonçalves, Ph.D MIT Sloan
Paulo Gonçalves is Professor of Management at USI and Director of the Humanitarian Operations Group. He is a Fellow at the University of Cambridge Judge Business School (CJBS) and former Research Affiliate at the MIT Sloan School of Management.
His research combines System Dynamics Simulation, Behavioral Experiments and Econometrics to understand how managers make decisions in humanitarian settings. Currently, he has been developing supply chain experiments to understand and improve managerial decisions in humanitarian operations.
He holds a Ph.D. in Management Science from MIT Sloan and a M.Sc. from MIT. Prior to USI, prof. Gonçalves held appointments at the MIT Sloan School of Management and the University of Miami Graduate School of Business.
While at Sloan, Paulo worked with Intel’s Strategic Capacity group as an Intel scholar. For his work, he has received the Intel Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Award (2003-2004). For his dissertation, he has won the 2004 Doctoral dissertation award given annually by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP).

To enroll, write an email to: emba@usi.ch

Deadline: 25 August, 2023

Invest in yourself!
The deadline for enrollment in USI Executive MBA program is approaching.
This is your final week to embark on an extraordinary journey of innovation, digital transformation, change, and sustainability.
EMBA12 starts on 23 September, 2023.

Core features of USI Executive MBA:

🚀 Innovative Content: Our curriculum is designed to equip you with cutting-edge knowledge and skills, empowering you to lead in an ever-evolving business landscape.

📚 Weekend Format: Our Executive MBA program understands your professional commitments. With classes held on weekends, you can continue working full-time while advancing your career and personal development.

💡 Personalized Learning Experience: Benefit from an intimate class size of only twenty participants, ensuring meaningful exchanges with faculty and personalized tutoring to maximize your learning potential.

🌟 Distinguished Faculty & Guest Speakers: Learn from the best minds in the industry, including renowned professors from leading international business schools and experts from strategic consulting companies worldwide.

🌎 International Student Profile: Immerse yourself in a diverse and dynamic community, with participants from different countries.

Don’t miss the deadline – start your journey towards success today!

Enrollment ends soon. Secure your spot now: emba@usi.ch

Invest in yourself.

20 July, 2023, 6 PM, Executive Center, USI

USI EMBA opens its doors for a complete presentation of its new program, starting on 23.09.2023.
This is the last opportunity to learn about the master and the application requirements.

SCHEDULE

18:00 Presentation of the Executive MBA 11,  by Academic Directors Gianluca Colombo and Paulo Gonçalves
18:20 EMBA Voices, Get inspired by our Alumni Stories

USI EMBA Alumni Voices

Angelo Facchinetti
Previously, Investment Director and Partner EQUINOX
Now, CEO at Ou(R)group S.r.l.

Angelo, the CEO, boasts an impressive 30-year background in Management, Private Equity, and Finance. Having served as a board member in numerous Italian companies, he has gained invaluable experience across a wide range of industries. These include Alternative Investments Funds, Retail, Real Estate, Steel Manufacturing, Automotive Components, Marketing Services, Strategy Consulting, Financial Services, Food Manufacturing, and Jewelry.
Prior to venturing into the Private Equity sector, Angelo held executive management roles in two Italian financial institutions, which were conglomerates with investments spanning all asset classes. Notably, he served as the Managing Director at HOPA SPA and later as the Chief Investment Officer at MITTEL GROUP, a publicly listed company on the Italian Stock Exchange.
Angelo’s leadership as CEO extended to the successful reorganization of FASHION DISTRICT GROUP, the second-largest retail outlet chain in Italy during his tenure.

Gianluca Di Pinto
Previously, Compliance and Internal Audit, Best Vision Group SA
Now, Goverance, Risk and Compliance Cybersecurity Analyst Guess SA

Gianluca is a highly experienced professional specializing in Compliance, Internal Audit, and Cybersecurity GRC. Currently serving as a Cybersecurity GRC Specialist at Guess Europe Sagl, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role, after having been in Spain for an international experience. With over 10 years of experience at Best Vision Group, Gianluca has successfully managed internal controls, facilitated continuous improvement, and ensured alignment with requirements. His proficiency extends to achieving compliance, overseeing IT services, and promoting employee awareness. Gianluca’s commitment, skills, and extensive background make him an invaluable asset in upholding stringent standards of compliance and cybersecurity.

Patrick Spinedi
Previously General Manager & Business Development, Solar Turbines
Now, Corporate key account Manager, Swisscom

Patrick is a Corporate Key Account Manager at Swisscom, a telecommunications company, based in Ticino, Switzerland. His responsibilities include negotiation, account management, business-to-business (B2B) sales, and direct sales.
Before joining Swisscom, Patrick worked as a General Manager and Business Development Manager at Solar Turbines, a global power generation company. He held this position for 3 years, from August 2018 to July 2021. During his time at Solar Turbines, Patrick served as the General Manager for Global Machine Connectivity Solutions and also handled business development for power generation digital solutions. He has a background in strategic planning, operational excellence, and team leadership.

How to face new financial and economic challenges during a period of uncertainty?

27 June, 2023, 18:00
On Zoom

Join us for a transformative online event that aims to equip individuals with the knowledge and strategies to effectively confront new financial and economic challenges amidst a period of uncertainty.
With the participation of esteemed experts, an international faculty, and distinguished alumni from the USI EMBA program, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from diverse perspectives.

Whether you are a business leader, entrepreneur, financial professional, or simply interested in understanding the current financial landscape, this event offers a unique platform to expand your knowledge, exchange ideas, and cultivate a resilient mindset necessary for success in an unpredictable world. Join us as we navigate the challenges together and unlock new possibilities for growth and prosperity.

We will also present our 12th edition of the Executive MBA program, starting on 23.09.2023.
Discover the secrets to success, explore application requirements, and seize the opportunity to secure your spot with an exclusive early bird discount.

Special Guest Speakers:

• Professor Laurent Frèsard, @Usi @Sfi
• Professor Paulo Gonçalves @Usi @Mit
• Professor Gianluca Colombo @Usi @Bocconi
• Angelo Facchinetti, CEO @Ou(R)group S.r.l.
• Roberto D’Auria, Executive Director @Bank J. Safra Sarasin

Zoom link:

Time: Jun 27, 2023 06:00 PM Amsterdam, Berlin, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna

Join Zoom Meeting
https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/3316396614

Meeting ID: 331 639 6614
Passcode: 123

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

Take advantage of last EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

• CHF 8.000  Discount on the total fee. Deadline: 30.06.2023

THE WEEKEND FORMAT

1 course per month
3 days:
1 day self-learning
2 days Saturday and Sunday, in Lugano
International Module

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND SUSTAINABILITY

Core courses will be integrated with a digital and sustainable part, aimed at understanding how these trends influence each function in the organization, and generally the impact on a business strategy.

Core Courses:

Organizational Behavior and Leadership
Business Analytics
Accounting
Economics
Digital Marketing
Human Resources Management
Digital Transformation and Strategy
Finance
Operations Management
Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship
Negotiation

Advanced courses: 3, chosen by the class, among:

Business Application in AI
Corporate Development Strategies
ESG Reporting
Leading organisational change
Business Dynamics
Managing Economic Crises and Global Risks
Strategic and creative decision making
Finance and sustainability
ESG 4 Climate Change Mitigation
Project Management
Leadership
International contracts law

Study and Business Tour in California, United States of America 

Get ready to be immersed in the heart of innovation and entrepreneurship!
The USI EMBA program is thrilled to announce its upcoming study and business tour in California from April 23rd to 29th, where you will have the opportunity to explore two of the most dynamic regions in the world: Silicon and Napa Valley.

Led by Professor Gianluca Colombo and Professor Natasha Munshi, the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management course will delve into two transversal themes: Sustainability in Napa Valley and Digital Transformation and Innovation in Silicon Valley.
With an exclusive visit to one of the big 5 tech companies and prestigious guest speakers at St. Mary’s College, you will gain insights into the latest developments in technology and innovation, and network with top professionals in the field.

While in Silicon Valley, you will be surrounded by the most iconic tech companies in the world, as well as countless startups and venture capital firms.
You will experience the unparalleled energy and entrepreneurial culture that have made Silicon Valley a hotspot for innovation and growth.
And in Napa Valley, you will explore  the sustainable practices of local wineries.

Why a Study and Business Tour?

• An international study tour can provide valuable opportunities for participants to experience and learn about different cultures, business practices, and economic systems.
• It can also offer participants the chance to visit companies, meet with executives and industry leaders, and gain firsthand insights into how international business operates. 
• It can help to build strong relationships among participants and with international business partners. These connections can provide valuable networking opportunities and can help participants to establish a global professional network.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, network with influential professionals, and be inspired by the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of California!

Entrepreneurship and Innovation management course ( 23-29 April 2023)

The USI EMBA is ready for the new study and business tour in California, United States.
From April 23rd to 29th, the Entrepreneurship course by Professor Gianluca Colombo and Innovation Management by Professor Natasha Munshi will take place in the setting of Silicon and Napa Valley.
There are two transversal themes around which the lessons will revolve: Sustainability (Napa Valley) and Digital transformation and Innovation (Silicon Valley).

NAPA VALLEY

Overall, the combination of favorable climate and soil conditions, a commitment to sustainability, consumer demand, and economic benefits have led to Napa Valley wineries adopting sustainable practices as a way to produce high-quality wine while minimizing their impact on the environment.

Christian Brothers

The stay will begin at Christian Brothers. In 1986, the Christian Brothers developed the Retreat and Conference Center at Mont La Salle to host meetings for their operations. They also opened the property to the public, so that groups and individuals could enjoy the beautiful grounds and facilities for private events.
Built in 1932, the building complex is a splendid display of Old World architecture, characterized by red roof tiles, classic adobe styling, and elongated breezeways, accentuated by handsome arched outdoor corridors. The effect is reminiscent of a California mission; the chapel and buildings all work together to forge a connection between the past and the present, anchored by a central gathering place.

Hess Winery

Hess Winery is a family-owned winery located in Napa Valley, California. It was founded in 1978 by Swiss entrepreneur and art collector Donald Hess, who was passionate about wine and wanted to create world-class wines in California. The winery is known for its commitment to sustainable agriculture and environmentally friendly practices. Hess Winery produces a range of wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Malbec, Syrah, and Sauvignon Blanc, among others. The winery’s flagship wine is the Hess Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, which is made from grapes grown on the winery’s estate vineyards in Mount Veeder, one of the most renowned wine-growing regions in Napa Valley. In addition to producing high-quality wines, Hess Winery is also known for its impressive art collection, which includes works by contemporary artists such as Franz Gertsch, Anselm Kiefer, and Robert Motherwell.

Viansa Vigneti di Famiglia

Viansa Vigneti di Famiglia is a winery located in Sonoma, California, USA. It was founded in 1989 by Sam and Vicki Sebastiani, and the name “Viansa” was derived from a combination of their two mothers’ names, Viola and Anselma. The winery is situated on a hilltop with scenic views of the surrounding Sonoma Valley and offers a wide range of Italian-style wines, including Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Barbera, and Cabernet Sauvignon. In addition to wine tasting, Viansa Vigneti di Famiglia also features a marketplace offering gourmet food, gifts, and souvenirs, as well as a deli with Italian-style sandwiches and a picnic area overlooking the vineyards.

SILICON VALLEY

The combination of proximity to leading research institutions, an entrepreneurial spirit, network effects, availability of capital, and a high-quality workforce has made Silicon Valley an attractive location for technology companies to establish their headquarters and grow their businesses.
Silicon Valley is a region located in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area in California, USA. It is home to many of the world’s largest technology companies, including Google, Apple, Facebook, and Tesla, as well as numerous startups and venture capital firms.
The name “Silicon Valley” comes from the fact that many of the early technology companies in the region were focused on producing silicon-based components for electronics, such as computer chips.
Today, the region is known for its innovation and entrepreneurial culture, as well as its high concentration of skilled workers in technology and related fields.
USI EMBA will visit one of the big 5 tech companies and important and prestigious guest speakers will bring their expertise to the EMBA class on innovation and tech topics, at St. Mary’s College.