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Bachelor of Science in Digital Business
Degrees are taught in English. Our programs offer the flexibility that allows students to study at their own pace. You can earn a double degree by adding on another major at the end of the program.
Intake
Ongoing enrollment begins in September 2021. Students can choose which month they want to start their coursework.
Duration
40 Months
Credits
120
Campus
Heidelberg, Madrid, Tampa and Paris
* The first two years of the program consist of General Education courses that can be completed in Heidelberg, Madrid, Paris or Tampa. The final two years focus on Digital Business Concentration courses that must be completed on campus in Madrid or Tampa.
Why study at Schiller?
We provide the flexibility you need to complete your degree
At Schiller International University, our students come first, and we are always ready to adapt to your circumstances in this fast changing world.
We offer two ways to make your studies and payments more flexible:
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Enroll and pay for the first subject You can do this if you are particularly interested in deepening your knowledge of a subject or if you need to find out if you like this field of knowledge. -
Try and pay for the first 4 months Register for 4 subjects (equivalent to 12 credits), take the subject month by month and see if it is the path you want to follow.
After this time, evaluate if you want to continue and we will help you formalize your situation. We will help you with everything you need!
Financial aid is available for students who qualify.
Why study the Bachelor of Science in Digital Business**?
Keeping pace with the digital age when so much of what we learn today becomes obsolete tomorrow can be a challenge. Digitization affects all sectors and business operations and has changed the way we do business all across the globe. To meet these challenges, Schiller International University and ISDI, an internationally-leading Digital Business School, have created the first Bachelor's Degree born from and for the digital era.
Schiller’s Bachelor of Science in Digital Business powered by ISDI is a four-year degree program that integrates all aspects of digital business and real-world applications: technology, e-commerce, analytics, and innovation. Additionally, it incorporates business fundamentals such as marketing, finance, accounting and operations, and the all-important soft skills of creative and critical thinking, communication, teamwork, adaptability and leadership.
This degree program will help you acquire the essential knowledge and skills needed to find your ideal first job in today’s digital business world.
** New Bachelor of Science Degree approved by ACICS (USA) for all campuses and pending verification from local authorities in Madrid, Paris and Heidelberg.
Study plan
In this Bachelor’s Degree you will:
- Gain a complete understanding of digital business operations, management and technology to prepare you for work in today's digital-first business environment.
- Acquire specialized knowledge crucial for the digital era from experts at top companies such as Google, Amazon and Salesforce.
- Learn by doing through practical case studies and digital projects, including managing product campaigns with real money, launching an e-commerce shop, and completing an internship at a digital company.
- Experience a unique international education by studying at our American and European campuses and participating in optional international immersion bootcamps at global tech hub cities in San Francisco, Tel Aviv, Boston or Shanghai.
- Become a fully-formed professional with great employability prospects thanks to the practical skills, official certifications, and real-world work experience acquired throughout your studies.
Learn more about international degrees based on the US higher education system in the "Academics" section on our FAQ page.
Required General Education Courses
| Program code | Subject | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAT172 | Applied Mathematics | 3 |
| ECO2013 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| PSY1021 | General Psychology | 3 |
| FR101, GE01, SP101 | Beginning Foreign Language 1 | 3 |
| FR102, GE102, SP102 | Beginning ForeignBA261 Language 2 | 3 |
| BA261 | Principles of Business Law | 3 |
| ECO2023 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| DIG101 | Intro to Coding | 3 |
| BA374 | Statistics | 3 |
| EC310 | Intermediate Economic Theory | 3 |
Required Business Core Courses
| Program code | Subject | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BA399 | Ethics in International Business Environments | 3 |
| BA439 | International Business Policy | 3 |
| MAR2011 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| ACG2001 | Accounting I | 3 |
| BA384 | Behavioral Aspects | 3 |
| BA410 | Production and Operations Management | 3 |
| BA341 | Business Finance | 3 |
Required Digital Core Courses
| Program code | Subjects | Required 21 credits |
|---|---|---|
| DIG121 | Agile Methodologies I | 3 |
| DIG141 | Applied Digital Project Management 1-A | 2 |
| DIG142 | Applied Digital Project Management 1-B | 1 |
| DIG241 | Applied Digital Project Management 2-A | 2 |
| DIG242 | Applied Digital Project Management 2-B | 1 |
| DIG122 | Agile Methodologies II | 3 |
| DIG260 | Digital Vision & Strategy | 3 |
| DIG265 | Digital Marketing | 3 |
| DIG341 | Applied Digital Project Management 3-A | 2 |
| DIG342 | Applied Digital Project Management 3-B | 1 |
| DIG321 | Digital Technology I | 3 |
| DIG322 | Digital Technology II | 3 |
| DIG350 | Digital Design & UX | 3 |
| DIG355 | Digital Content | 3 |
| BA335 | Sales & E-commerce Basics | 3 |
| DIG360 | 360 Search | 3 |
| BA320 | Digital Advertising | 3 |
| BA330 | Applied Ecommerce | 3 |
| BA415 | Marketing Technology | 3 |
| DIG415 | Digital Analytics | 3 |
| DIG430 | Applied Digital Tools & Platforms | 3 |
| BA435 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| DIG440 | Digital Talent & Leadership | 3 |
| CA491 | Capstone Final Project 1-A | 3 |
| CA492 | Capstone Final Project 1-B | 3 |
| BA490 | Corporate Internship | 3 |
| Total Credits: 120 | ||
Instructional Delivery
At Schiller International University, we care about your academic needs. We offer instructional delivery adapted to your individual learning style.
- Courses are taught in English and with an international focus.
- Our academic system consists of studying one course per month, which allows students to limit their mental focus, improve concentration, and assimilate the knowledge and skills taught more easily.
- If you maintain a good Grade Point Average, you may study more than one subject per month and complete your program in less time.
- Schiller International University is dedicated to preparing students for their future professional careers, which is why our courses combine theory with practice.
- You will work collaboratively with classmates on such projects as case studies and presentations under the guidance of professors who bring real-world experience into the classroom.
- You will earn an international degree accredited in the US.
- SIU brings together an international faculty with a diverse array of professional experience.
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, students can choose to start their courses in an online or hybrid format and later move to your campus of choice when the situation allows.
Internships
Put what you learn into practice. At SIU, our internship program provides everything you will need to set you on your desired career path. In the final semester of your studies, you will do an internship at a digital business company where you can apply all the knowledge and skills you’ve acquired as you work alongside experienced professionals. This internship will allow you to gain insight into the digital business industry before fully entering the working world.
Location
At Schiller International University, we strive to offer each and every one of our students a truly international experience, which is why our unique approach allows you to transfer from one of our campuses to another every four months.
We also highly recommend dividing your time with us between continents. You can study your first two years of General Education coursework at our USA campus in Tampa then complete the final two years, which focus on Digital Business, in Madrid. Likewise, you can study your first two years at one of our European campuses and the last two years in the USA.
At SIU, you will receive a university education customized to your lifestyle and individual needs. The latest advancements in hyflex technology allow SIU to combine on-campus teaching with online learning simultaneously. This allows students to experience everything our campuses have to offer and to study online from the comfort of your own home – at your own pace.
Enrolling in a university has never been easier
Our monthly academic system allows students to enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Digital Business any month of the academic year starting September 2021. Students will participate in two semester-long applied digital projects per year. These group projects are programmed several times throughout the year.
Follow these step by step instructions. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact our Admissions Team.
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Fill the application Enrollment
Go to application enrollment.
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Apply online easily
We are happy to help you throughout the online process.
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Pay the application fee This step is usually completed with your Admissions Representative after the interview process.
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Complete the interview Define your educational and professional goals, and discuss whether a Schiller degree will meet your needs.
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Send all required admissions documents It includes transcripts, documentation, proof of English proficiency, etc.
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Acceptance package reception Once your first semester’s tuition is paid, you will receive the official copy of your acceptance letter and acceptance package.
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Congratulations! You are now part of Schiller’s learning community.
Get started now!
Talk to our admissions team for more information.
* Average academic year – 10 courses/months – 30 credits
Cost of the BS in Digital Business*
Tuition fees for European campuses
15,000
Tuition fees for Tampa Campus
17,950
Prepared for the unpredictable: COVID-19 response
Our priority remains to provide you with an uninterrupted and safe educational experience despite the current circumstances. That is why we have taken the necessary measures focused on three lines of action tailored to the guidelines of each country’s situation to meet safety requirements, academic requirements, and our student’s needs.
Anti-COVID security measures
We've disinfected all the campuses and increased the frequency of deep-cleaning of all spaces. We’ve also adopted social distancing to ensure that students, faculty and staff are as safe as possible. Students will need to wear masks on campus and may not gather in common areas.
Online classes that are always available
We have reduced our on-campus attendance requirements, combining them with attendance via synchronous online classes thanks to the latest hybrid technology installed on all our campuses. As always, a fully Online option will be available as well. In any case, the campus will be open (if possible according to the regulations of each national and state government) and the staff available to students in person as well as virtually.
All the necessary flexibility you need to face uncertainty
We adapt to you and the current situation. No matter what format you choose, we will provide you with the quality education you deserve.
We offer two ways to make your studies and payments more flexible: enroll in a single subject to deepen your knowledge or take 4 different courses to figure out the best path forward for you.
Don’t let COVID-19 stop you from studying an international degree. Start now and get ahead at home on our Campuses, and travel to one of our campuses abroad when it is safe to do so. We will help you transfer with ease.
Start your career at Schiller International now!
Do not wait any longer! Contact our Admissions Team for further details. We will be happy to help you achieve your goals.
Discover your Career Opportunities
If you have an interest in business in the digital age, then our Bachelor’s Degree of Digital Business is for you. This degree focuses on the international framework of digital transformation issues in an international context.
The Bachelor’s Degree of Digital Business will prepare you for career opportunities in a global context.
- New Business Models at Digital Era
- Digital Transformation
- Martech (Marketing & Technology)
- Data Based Thinking
- E-Leadership
- Digital Business
We believe in you
Schiller International University is committed to fostering community growth through people like you who strive for self-improvement and a strong sense of purpose.
Find out more about all our scholarships and financial aid. Contact us for more information:
- Presidents’ Undergraduate/Graduate scholarship
- International Scholarship Undergraduate and Graduate
- Diplomatic Scholarship
- Golden Key Honor Society Scholarship
- Employer Reimbursement Matching Scholarship
- US Citizen/Legal Resident Scholarship
See what other students say
Griffin Hill
My time at Schiller has allowed me to live in different countries. Studying international topics in a practical learning environment is something you can't achieve at other universities.
Iñigo Gastón
My experience has been great. After working for a few years, I realized how up to date this learning system is. Also, the skills I acquired have helped me achieve professional growth.
Natalia Malvar
My experience at SIU has been extraordinary and incredibly rewarding both at an academic and intellectual level, and at a personal growth level.
Steven Gatewood
I have truly enjoyed my experience at Schiller! As an online student, I always felt the sense of community. The staff and entire faculty are very helpful.
Adina Laura Achim
SIU shaped my character and helped me discover my passion. I met a professor who recognized my potential and redirected me to focus on international affairs.
Earn a double degree and go even further
If your ambition is to go one step further, have a fulfilling and successful international career and know everything about international business and management, complete your degree by studying an additional program. The only requirement needed is to complete the first degree before starting the second one. Ask our teams about the details, we will be glad to help you!
You may also be interested in other programs
You have many Schiller International programs to choose from. We are here to help you find a program that meets your career goals.
Safe and secure international payments
SIU has partnered with Flywire to offer our students an innovative and convenient payment method from your home country.
Flywire is a global payment platform whose mission is to help you make international payments reliably, at favorable exchange rates, and without costly bank fees.
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