Class Profile 2015/2016

Students enrolled in SEM in the academic year 2015/2016 come from countries such as Austria, Poland, Finland, Albania, Serbia, Iran, China, Sri Lanka and Romania.

Here is what some of SEM students say about their backgrounds and the programme:

DILMI KOLAMUNNAGE (Sri Lanka – Italy)

I was born in Sri Lanka but I grew up in Italy. I graduated in Economics and Management at University of Padua and I spent the last year of my  Bachelor Degree as an Erasmus+ Student at the  IESEG - School of Management in France. During  my 9 months exchange I had the chance to live  and study in an international environment and I  had the opportunity to do a 3 months internship in  a French-Vietnamese start up.

So why did you choose the Master’s degree course in SEM in Rimini?

I decided to keep studying in an international environment after my graduation, so I searched for all the English-taught Second Cycle programs in Italy. I found SEM, which I think is a great course in terms of mixing both the scientific and the “humanistic” faces of Economics and Business Administration. Besides, it has a restricted access and a high percentage of international students.

Being a student in SEM, can you summarize your experience studying in Rimini?

I appreciate the multiculturalism of the class: there are students from 10 different countries, plus the Erasmus+ exchange students who attend some of our courses. Therefore, the cultural exchange both in our free time and in study time is great. Another thing I think is innovative is the fact that we learn and apply during projects different professional software, whose knowledge is highly required nowadays in workplaces. Moreover, the city and the Campus are student-friendly and provide many opportunities both within the Academic areas and outside. For example I became a Tutor and I joined the local section of the Erasmus Student Network, which allow me to put in action what I am learning, improving my skills in an exciting environment.

KASPER KAUPPILA (Finland)

I am from Helsinki Finland and graduated from Metropolia Business School in International Business & Logistics. During my Bachelor studies I spent two semesters in a student exchange in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. That period was a great addition to my international degree and encouraged me to apply for masters abroad.

So why did you choose the Master’s degree course in SEM in Rimini?

When I discovered Service Management program, I was immediately interested in the content of the program. University of Bologna is highly valued university with great reputation hence great location to continue my studies. I really feel that especially this program will provide me with the most useful knowledge and tools for the professional life as well as great opportunities to broaden my experiences abroad.

Being a student in SEM, can you summarize your experience studying in Rimini?

The group of SEM students is a small group of people and everybody knows each other. We have interesting group works, visiting professors and opportunities to go abroad for exchange or internship. I have really had great time in Rimini and learned a lot during my stay. I have met many people from different backgrounds, challenged myself personally and academically, travelled around and learned a lot about Italian culture and language.

ZONGFANG ZHANG (China)

I grew up in Beijing and learnt English in my Bachelor there. Before studying here, I was having a job in an international company where I had been working for it for 2 and half years. After I realized that the job was not good enough for me anymore, I decided to study abroad so that I could become more competitive in the near future. What’s more, I like travelling and have a great passion about foreign cultures and food.

So why did you choose the Master’s degree course in SEM in Rimini?

I chose SEM because the courses are kind of consistent with my previous job as well as with my future career plan. Although I did not have related knowledge background before coming here, I could still catch up with the professors by spending more time on lectures and textbooks. And it is an international course, so I can not only obtain knowledge for career from the professors but also can know more about different cultures from classmates. It’s quite interesting especially when we have group tasks to do.

Being a student in SEM, can you summarize your experience studying in Rimini?

Rimini is a historical and beautiful seaside city even though it’s small. I can easily go to the professors once I came across any difficulties or problems during the study. They are nice and patient when they are trying to help me out, which made me feel comfortable and happy. I believe that the study life here will be memorable.

DOMENICO LIGORIO (Italy)

In the last 5 years I found out my personal interest of travelling and the ability to adapt myself to different cultural environment. First, in my Bachelor degree I applied for Erasmus in 2012, during which I spent 10 months in Madrid, Spain. After my Bachelor, in 2014, I flew to Los Angeles, CA, where I stayed until summer 2015, before starting SEM Master Degree course. So the intention to continue my studies with an International course was obvious.

Why did you choose the Master’s degree course in SEM in Rimini?

Before coming back to Italy I was looking for some international master degrees that could match my previous studies. I found out this new course in Service Management in Rimini, so, since my future aspiration were going toward the direction of becoming a future manager, I decide to apply, and at the end everything went well. Why in Rimini? Because this area offers various facilities and opportunities and also, because the University of Bologna has a well-known reputation.

Being a student in SEM, can you summarize your experience studying in Rimini?

This Master Degree is well structured and gives a good knowledge on the subjects. Some aspects can maybe be reviewed, integrating for example classes with more practical works than theoretical ones, to make students feel more close to the job’s world. As a SEM student, I am part of a small group of people and this means great collaboration with your colleagues and with your professors.

QUINRON LIU (China)

I am from China. I was graduated in Marketing from Beijing Normal University. During my undergraduate studies, I have worked for three companies of newspaper, magazine and logistic, mostly in the field of sales. I’ve been a sales manager for 4 years, then I realized I need to update my knowledge and improve myself over time, especially in the management field. Also I had a dream all the time that I can study aboard someday. So I decided to apply the school for fulfil my dream.

So why did you choose the Master’s degree course in SEM in Rimini?

First of all, I choose the University of Bologna, as I learned that it is the oldest university in the world and a really good one in Europe. Second, I read the Curriculum of SEM and many courses interested me, like Human Resource Management, Customer Relationship Management and so on. These are what I need, I think it will be very useful in the future career. So that’s why I choose this major.

Being a student in SEM, can you summarize your experience studying in Rimini?

To be honest, I really like this small city, Rimini. It’s clean and quiet compared to the Beijing where I lived for ten years, also the people here are a kind of friendly. In the past half a year I enjoyed the classes: professors were professional and patient, they are always available to answer to your personal questions and problems; at the same time, I have lots of lovely colleagues from different countries, thus giving me more chance to chat with them and know more different cultures.

GIULIA MOSSENTA (Italy)

After finishing High School I decided to look for a job, I had been working for a few years in my region and then I realized I was looking for something more than that, so I decided to enrol at University. I graduated at the University of Trieste where I studied Financial Markets and Innovation, an International first cycle degree program.

So why did you choose the Master’s degree course in SEM in Rimini?

After finishing my Bachelor I was looking for an International Master Degree Program dealing with Management studies, so I found SEM and I decided to apply. This course was perfectly suitable with my previous studies and I felt it was the right path for me to follow. Moreover, I was deeply interested in the subjects taught at SEM. In my future I would like to become a good manager and, apart from the experience I will have to get on the field, I think my studies will form the right basis where to build a bright carrier.  SEM offers a wide range of opportunities for people that want to travel or have direct contacts with companies. In fact we have the opportunity to attend seminars held by Managers and international teachers that have both academic and work experience.

Being a student in SEM, can you summarize your experience studying in Rimini?

Rimini is a nice city to live, small and cosy but also full of life and fun. According to me it is the right place for a student that wants to find the right balance between social life and university. Studying at SEM gives the opportunity to broaden your boundaries and meet people from all over the world.

FRANCESCA DINI (Italy)

Before starting my experience at SEM, I graduated in Political, Social and International Studies in Bologna. After my Bachelor, I realized that I wanted to expand my field of study and I decided to enrol to a business second cycle degree. I'm an adaptable and curious person, I've always been interested in meeting foreign people and making international experiences.

Why did you choose the Master’s degree course in SEM in Rimini?

The Service Management degree is a fresh and innovative course which allows students to have a wide and complete knowledge on how business works. I think that Rimini is a perfect location for it, as it provides you with a lot of different possible experiences and options. Here you can find both an active student life and the quiet living of an Italian city. Furthermore, the University of Bologna is one of the best in Italy and also at an international level. I'm also very glad to have the chance to attend a fully English-taught course.

Being a student in SEM, can you summarize your experience studying in Rimini?

I think that the best thing of the Rimini Campus is the chance of having a good relationships with teachers and classmates, since we are in a limited number course. We do a lot of team works, and so the possibility to truly know and understand different cultures is enhanced; also, working in teams is very stimulating and helpful in order to get a job in the Service Management area. I found myself really comfortable in this course, where I also built strong relationships with classmates.

GIUSEPPE GUASTAMACCHIA (Italy)

I graduated in Business Economics (Bachelor Degree). I have always been an open-minded person always looking for new challenges and experiences to improve my knowledge and skills. I really like to be in touch with new people with different backgrounds.

So why did you choose the Master’s degree course in SEM in Rimini?

I decided to apply for this course for two reasons: I wanted to carry on my studies in Business and Management in English and I decided to work as Manager for an Italian or foreign organization operating in an international market. I think that this is a great and complete program, as it gives to students good knowledge and skills for their future career.

Being a student in SEM, can you summarize your experience studying in Rimini?

The most important feature of this course is the small number of students in the class. This means that there are important activities like class discussions, work groups, seminaries and a direct contact with professors. About the city, Rimini is my hometown and I love it. It is very nice and here you can find the perfect balance between study and fun.