Diploma of Business Administration — Study Online from Milan, Italy

From Milan's dynamic energy to your next global opportunity, the moment you choose to invest in your future begins now. Our Diploma of Business Administration, delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, is designed to fit your life in Milan while opening doors worldwide.

The programme focuses on robust theory you can apply internationally, empowering you with practical frameworks for leadership, strategy, finance, and operations that translate across industries and borders. Study with the confidence that what you learn today can be used tomorrow—from the heart of Milan to any business landscape you aspire to influence.

Earn an internationally recognised British degree

Gain a British award backed by academic rigor and global credibility. Completing this programme means you hold a qualification built on UK higher education standards—respected by employers and institutions around the world.

Whether you are aiming to grow within your current company, pivot to a new role, or strengthen your profile for future studies, an internationally recognised British degree signals quality, commitment, and capability to decision-makers across continents.

Finish 100% online in as little as 9 months

Your time matters. This programme has been designed to be completed fully online, in as little as 9 months, so you can move quickly from intention to impact without pausing your career or personal life in Milan.

Focused modules, clear milestones, and a streamlined learning journey make it possible to progress at pace—so you can start applying new insights to real projects, assignments, and conversations right away.

Learn on your schedule—no mandatory live attendance

There are no requirements to be online at specific times or dates. Your study timetable is yours to design, enabling you to balance work, family, and personal commitments while advancing your education.

Whether you prefer early mornings in Porta Nuova, evenings after work, or weekends at your favorite café, you decide when to engage with lectures, readings, and assessments—without sacrificing the structure and support of a guided programme.

Study anywhere—mobile learning, even offline

Traveling for work, on the move across Milan, or taking time out of the city? You can study from anywhere in the world through our mobile app, which allows you to download study materials and watch lectures offline.

Turn transit time or short breaks into meaningful learning sessions. Your study journey is as portable as your phone or tablet, making consistent progress both realistic and enjoyable.

Open-book assessments that mirror real work

Instead of traditional question/answer exams, you will engage in open-book assessments that reflect how modern professionals operate—researching, analyzing, and applying knowledge to solve complex problems.

This approach rewards critical thinking and practical application. You will demonstrate your ability to connect theory to action, articulate insights clearly, and propose solutions that matter.

Learn from faculty with world-class credentials

Be guided by tutors and faculty who graduated from world-renowned universities such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their academic excellence and professional experience enrich every module.

Expect mentorship that challenges you to think bigger, refine your perspectives, and develop confidence in your decision-making—qualities that stand out in any boardroom or interview.

Join a global community with real-world impact

Study alongside a diverse cohort from over 130 countries—professionals who bring perspectives from finance, technology, consulting, manufacturing, creative industries, government, and more. This global network becomes part of your professional story.

Our alumni work for leading international organisations such as UniCredit, Intesa Sanpaolo, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony—evidence of how far your ambition can take you.

Flexible fees with up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments

Investing in your growth should be manageable. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, giving you the freedom to plan your finances without delaying your goals.

This flexibility helps you focus on learning and career progression—minimising the pressure of lump-sum payments and aligning your education with your monthly budget.

What this means for your career in Milan

Milan is a powerhouse of European finance and banking, home to institutions like UniCredit and Intesa Sanpaolo and a vibrant fintech ecosystem. With solid grounding in strategy, financial decision-making, and operations, the Diploma of Business Administration equips you to contribute to analytical roles, risk and compliance functions, client strategy, and transformation projects that power the city’s financial leadership.

As a global capital for fashion, luxury, and design, Milan values professionals who understand brand, supply chain, and customer experience. The programme’s focus on leadership, marketing, and operations can help you bring structure and rigor to creative enterprises—improving margins, scaling processes, and aligning teams across markets while preserving the identity and vision that make Milan’s brands iconic.

Lombardy’s advanced manufacturing, technology, and export-driven SMEs need leaders who can plan, execute, and grow. Your training in project management, organisational behavior, and international business will be relevant to roles that bridge strategy and execution—whether supporting digital transformation, strengthening supplier relationships, or optimizing cross-border operations that link Milan to global value chains.

Your next step

Your future should meet you where you are—here in Milan, on your schedule, at your pace. If you are ready to turn ambition into action, we are ready to support you with a proven, flexible pathway that travels with you and opens doors worldwide.

Request our course catalogue to discover modules, study flow, and the learning experience that makes this journey both achievable and transformational.