Bachelors' Degree in Business Administration and Management

Presentation

The Degree in Business Administration and Management (ADE)  is a highly attractive option due to its strong employment rates, particularly in the private sector, and competitive salary potential. Recent data highlights its professional relevance: the latest Infoempleo Adecco Report shows that 4.5% of job listings specifically seek ADE graduates, who are eligible for 10.65% of all job offers requiring a university degree.

The Business Administration and Management studies is designed for individuals with a strong entrepreneurial mindset and a creative spirit, who are eager to develop skills in understanding the business landscape, interpreting economic trends, and applying knowledge for effective business management. It is ideal for those with a keen interest in acquiring the competencies necessary to navigate and thrive in the world of business.

Main Objective

The main objective  is to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in the principles and practices of business management, enabling them to analyze, plan, organize, and control business activities effectively.

The program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to:

• Understand the economic, financial, legal, and organizational environment of businesses.
• Make informed decisions and solve problems in diverse areas such as accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, and operations.
• Apply analytical, quantitative, and strategic tools to optimize business performance.
• Develop professional, ethical, and social responsibility awareness in business practice.
• Prepare students for careers in private and public sector organizations, entrepreneurship, or further postgraduate studies in management, finance, or related fields.

Competencies

Basic Competences (CB)

• CB1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of business administration concepts based on secondary education, including aspects at the forefront of the field.
• CB2: Apply knowledge professionally and possess problem-solving and argumentation skills in business contexts.
• CB3: Gather and interpret relevant data to make judgments that include reflections on social, scientific, or ethical issues.
• CB4: Communicate information, ideas, problems, and solutions clearly to both specialized and non-specialized audiences.
• CB5: Develop learning skills for autonomous and self-directed further studies.

General Competences (CG)

• CG1: Ability to analyze and understand business environments, organizations, and markets.
• CG2: Capacity for planning, organization, management, and decision-making in business activities.
• CG3: Apply knowledge in finance, accounting, marketing, operations, and human resources.
• CG4: Design and manage projects, strategies, and business plans effectively.
• CG5: Integrate ethical, social, and environmental responsibility in business practices.
• CG6: Develop teamwork, leadership, and communication skills in professional settings.
• CG7: Adapt to new technologies and business tools for efficient problem-solving and decision-making.

Transversal Competences (CT)

• CT1: Work effectively in interdisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• CT2: Develop critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
• CT3: Use information and communication technologies (ICTs) effectively for research and management.
• CT4: Communicate clearly in oral and written forms, including business documentation and presentations.
• CT5: Show initiative, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit.
• CT6: Understand the importance of lifelong learning for professional development.

Specific Competences (CE)

• CE1: Apply management and business administration principles to real-world problems.
• CE2: Analyze financial statements, budgets, and business performance indicators.
• CE3: Develop marketing strategies, market research, and customer relationship management.
• CE4: Manage human resources, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.
• CE5: Understand legal, tax, and regulatory aspects of business activity.
• CE6: Plan, implement, and evaluate projects and business strategies effectively.
• CE7: Apply quantitative and statistical methods for business analysis and decision-making.

Structure and Distribution of Credits

Courses

• By term
• By year