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SUMAS Foundation & Bridging Program

Lead your future with the SUMAS Foundation & Bridging Program in Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability.

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STRUCTURE

Self-paced online courses plus guided entrepreneurial projects.

DURATION

  • 1 year program
  • 2 semesters

TUITION FEES

  • Year 1: CHF 5,900

LOCATION

  • Lake Geneva (Switzerland)
  • Milan (Italy)
  • Livestreaming

PROGRESSION

Direct entry into our BBA programs on completion of the SUMAS Foundation Course with a reduction of CHF 5,900 on last year’s tuition.

Designed for motivated high school students, this program bridges academic gaps and offers a direct pathway to a bachelor’s degree at Sustainability Management School (SUMAS) in Geneva, Switzerland or in Milan, Italy.

Program Overview

SUMAS offers a flexible Foundation / Bridge Program that combines rigorous academic learning with real-world, hands-on experience in leadership, entrepreneurship and sustainability. You will build industry-relevant knowledge, confidence and practical skills while studying at your own pace and working closely with expert faculty.

Duration and Structure

The program runs over two semesters and is ideal for students needing a strong academic foundation before starting a bachelor’s degree.​

Semester 1: Choose two courses from the following list:

Psychology of Leadership
Fundamentals of Sustainability
Sustainable Innovation
Personal Branding
Wellbeing and Healthy Lifestyles
Digital Innovation

Semester 2: Gain entrepreneurial experience by selecting two projects from the following areas:

Green AI
Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Technology
Sustainable Hospitality and Culinary Arts
Sustainable Fashion
Sustainable Tourism
Nature Conservation

Learning Experience

The learning model blends flexibility with personalized academic support.​

  • One part of the program is fully self-paced, allowing you to organize your study schedule around your life and commitments.
  • The project component is closely coached by esteemed university professors with expertise across key business disciplines.

Career and Academic Advantages

This program is your launchpad to a successful academic and entrepreneurial journey in sustainability.​

  • Automatic advancement into the SUMAS BBA program upon successful completion of the Bridge Program.
  • Development of strong project management, leadership and entrepreneurial skills valued by employers worldwide.
  • Flexible, student-centered delivery that supports different learning paces and profiles.

Entry Requirements

  • English Proficiency
  • Minimum 2 Years of High School Education
  • Scan of Valid Passport
  • Motivational Letter

Apply for our On-Campus or Livestreaming Experience!

Lake Geneva Campus, CH

Milan City Campus, Italy

Livestreaming, anywhere

BBA Program Fees on completion of SUMAS Foundation Program

Campus Year 1
Semester 1 Semester 2
Lake Geneva / Livestreaming / Dual-Campus CHF 9,400 CHF 9,400
Milan City EUR 9,400 EUR 9,400
Expenses & Material CHF/EUR 250 CHF/EUR 250
Campus Year 2
Semester 3 Semester 4
Lake Geneva / Livestreaming / Dual-Campus CHF 9,400 CHF 9,400
Milan City EUR 9,400 EUR 9,400
Expenses & Material CHF/EUR 250 CHF/EUR 250
Campus Year 3
Semester 5 Semester 6
Lake Geneva / Livestreaming / Dual-Campus CHF 6,450 CHF 6,450
Milan City EUR 6,450 EUR 6,450
Expenses & Material CHF/EUR 250 CHF/EUR 250

Fees valid from intake 2026/2027

Campus Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 6
Lake Geneva / Livestreaming / Dual-Campus CHF 9,400 CHF 9,400 CHF 9,400 CHF 9,400 CHF 6,450 CHF 6,450
Milan City EUR 9,400 EUR 9,400 EUR 9,400 EUR 9,400 EUR 6,450 EUR 6,450
Expenses & Material CHF/EUR 250 CHF/EUR 250 CHF/EUR 250 CHF/EUR 250 CHF/EUR 250 CHF/EUR 250

Fees valid from intake 2026/2027


Apply Today

Start building your sustainable future today with the SUMAS Foundation/Bridge Program and gain the skills, confidence and academic foundation you need to succeed in global business with purpose.