{"id":8851,"date":"2019-11-25T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-11-24T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/global-mba\/automation-and-robotics-2\/"},"modified":"2026-03-26T17:57:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T16:57:09","slug":"ai-and-manufacturing-2","status":"publish","type":"global-mba","link":"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/en\/global-mba\/ai-and-manufacturing-2\/","title":{"rendered":"AI and Manufacturing"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"color: #53565a\">WHY THE GLOBAL MBA IN AI AND MANUFACTURING AT BBS<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #fa4616\"><strong>For you:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Lead the digital transformation of industry with AI, automation, and robotics skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Build technical and managerial leadership to manage teams and complex processes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Connect with leading companies and work on real projects and industrial cases<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #fa4616\"><strong>For companies:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Develop talent in AI and automation to boost processes and innovation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Bridge skills gaps in data-driven and digital environments<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Access international talent ready to lead smart manufacturing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Artificial intelligence and automation are rapidly transforming the world of work and industrial processes: innovation is now essential to remain competitive. The growing demand for professionals able to combine technical, managerial, and strategic skills led to the creation of the <strong>Global MBA in AI and Manufacturing<\/strong>, designed to prepare leaders ready to drive change through advanced expertise in AI, robotics, data analytics, and digital transformation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #53565a\">In partnership with leading manufacturing and tech companies and leveraging Italy\u2019s renowned industrial excellence, the program blends solid foundations in general management with specialized courses and practical experience to prepare participants to tackle complex challenges in global markets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>GET TO KNOW THE PROGRAMME<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>See below for the various events organized by Bologna Business School and discover what the Global MBA has to offer. Email globalmba@bbs.unibo.it for further information on these offerings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Orientation Call<br \/>\n<\/strong>A one-to-one informative online session in which MBA Team members describe the program in detail and are available to answer any questions. Check our availability by contacting <a href=\"mailto:globalmba@bbs.unibo.it\">globalmba@bbs.unibo.it<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"29\"><span style=\"color: #53565a\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"27\">Tour of Our Multicampus<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"374\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><span style=\"color: #53565a\">You can book an individual guided tour of the BBS Multicampus. Villa Guastavillani and the new Multicampus buildings serve as the headquarters of Bologna Business School. A member of the MBA Team will be available for a meeting to discuss your potential application to the program. Contact us to check the availability of our Team members.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #53565a\"><strong>Virtual Open Day<br \/>\n<\/strong>Interested applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a Master\u2019s presentation conducted by the Scientific Director of the program, Marcello Russo, followed by a formal Q&amp;A session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #53565a\"><strong>MBA for a Day \u2013 1-hour Insight of a Class<br \/>\n<\/strong>With MBA for a Day, applicants can attend as observers for one-hour sessions in on one or more GMBA lectures to gain a close insight into the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #53565a\"><strong>Mock Test<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #53565a\">The Mock test allows applicants to prepare for the written attitude test component of the entrance exam by taking a simulated version of it. For further information get in touch with the MBA Team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #53565a\"><strong><span data-teams=\"true\">Executive Committee<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Luca Cerati &#8211; Software Innovation Senior Manager, Coesia<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Lucia Chierchia &#8211; Managing Partner &amp; Chief of Open Innovation Ecosystems, GELLIFY<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Antonio Cibotti &#8211; Vice President Marketing &amp; Subsidiaries, Bucci Industries<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Paolo Codeluppi &#8211; Advanced Technology Manager, Comer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Paolo Cominetti &#8211; R&amp;D Director, Bonfiglioli<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Matteo Mingardi &#8211; Corporate Innovation &amp; RD Manager, Pelliconi<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Simone Nannetti &#8211; Technical Director, Marchesini<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Gianluca Nardone &#8211; Group Chief Human Resources Officer, Carraro Group<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Paola Olivieri &#8211; Head of Business Development, Fameccanica<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Francesco Possati &#8211; Vice President, Marposs<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Federico Ratti &#8211; Industrial Director, FICEP S.p.A.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Dario Rea &#8211; Director of Corporate Research &amp; Innovation, IMA<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #53565a\">Enrico Rolih &#8211; Chief Technology Officer, Nadella<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ranking<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-126566\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/y2025-WUR-GlobalMBA-badge-Ranked-244x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"156\" height=\"192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/y2025-WUR-GlobalMBA-badge-Ranked-244x300.png 244w, https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/y2025-WUR-GlobalMBA-badge-Ranked-833x1024.png 833w, https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/y2025-WUR-GlobalMBA-badge-Ranked-768x944.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/y2025-WUR-GlobalMBA-badge-Ranked-1249x1536.png 1249w, https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/y2025-WUR-GlobalMBA-badge-Ranked-1666x2048.png 1666w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 156px) 100vw, 156px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>QS Quacquarelli Symonds is the international network focused on services, analysis and in-depth reports of post-experience and university education, geared toward international mobility and career development. The QS Online MBA Ranking is based on insights from the business world and a methodology that allows programs to be evaluated according to four parameters: Faculty and Teaching, Class Profile, Employability and Class Experience.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accreditations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-53238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/efmd_1751.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"175\" height=\"126\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Global MBA has received EFMD program accreditation for 5 years.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bbs.unibo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/equis.png\" alt=\"EQUIS\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Bologna Business School is\u00a0<strong>EQUIS <\/strong>\u2013 (EFMD Quality Improvement System accredited), one of the most important international quality assessment and continuous improvement systems for Schools of Management and Business 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