Bachelor of Science in Ingegneria gestionale

Bachelor of Science in Engineering and Management

The Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Management trains engineers with rigorous technical skills and a deep understanding of the components of the socio-economic system. This combination enables them to face the challenges of today’s industrial landscape with flexibility.

Overview

  • Degree awarded

    Bachelor of Science SUPSI in Ingegneria gestionale

  • Credits

    180 ECTS

  • Study modes

    Full Time (TP), from 3 years
    Extra-occupational studies (PAP), from 4 years

  • Applications *

    (TP) November 17th, 2025 - May 31st, 2026
    (PAP) November 17th, 2025 - May 31st, 2026

  • Start date

    September 2026

  • Language

    Italian

  • Semester fee

    From CHF 800.-

  • Location

    Lugano-Viganello, Campus Est

*For further details see the "Admission and application" section

Not to be missed

The Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Management trains professionals to cope with the constantly evolving competitive industrial environment, filling roles that combine traditional technical engineering skills with organizational, management and decision-support knowledge and abilities 

The SUPSI engineer and management engineer are able to:
  • analyze the operation and performance of production technologies, combining quality and efficiency assessments with economic and environmental impact considerations;
  • evaluate the allocation of production factors (machines, processes, people), based on principles of quality and efficiency;
  • analyze supply and distribution logistics chains with a systemic perspective;
  • apply appropriate tools and methodologies to manage products and services considering their entire life cycle;
  • promote product, process and competitive model innovation, ensuring sustainability, objectivity and causality in business investments;
  • develop improvement plans by making value-added decisions for the company, considering changing social, economic, regulatory and market contexts;

Educational perspectives

Upon completion of the SUPSI Bachelor of Science in Engineering and Management, it is possible to pursue a Master of Science degree in related fields at Swiss and international universities and polytechnics.

For example:

Educational perspectives

Upon completion of the SUPSI Bachelor of Science in Engineering and Management, it is possible to pursue a Master of Science degree in related fields at Swiss and international universities and polytechnics.

For example:

Professional perspectives

Graduates in management engineering can find employment in the following activities and professional fields:
  • Production and logistics manager
  • Head of organisation and automation of production systems
  • Expert in financial and industrial risk management
  • Manager of corporate sustainability aspects

Professional perspectives

Graduates in management engineering can find employment in the following activities and professional fields:
  • Production and logistics manager
  • Head of organisation and automation of production systems
  • Expert in financial and industrial risk management
  • Manager of corporate sustainability aspects

1° year

Skills:
  • Basic modules
  • Professionalisation modules
  • Laboratory exercises and experiments

1° year

Skills:
  • Basic modules
  • Professionalisation modules
  • Laboratory exercises and experiments

2° year

Consolidation:
  • Basic modules
  • Professionalisation modules
  • Laboratory exercises and experiments 
  • Project work
  • Optional modules

2° year

Consolidation:
  • Basic modules
  • Professionalisation modules
  • Laboratory exercises and experiments 
  • Project work
  • Optional modules

3° year

In-depth profiles:
  • Professionalisation modules
  • Profile-specific modules
  • Optional modules
  • Company visits and seminars held by professionals
  • Dissertations

3° year

In-depth profiles:
  • Professionalisation modules
  • Profile-specific modules
  • Optional modules
  • Company visits and seminars held by professionals
  • Dissertations

The profiles aim to deepen a subject area and complement the generalist skills acquired in previous years. The goal is to transmit additional notions and tools, useful for professional activity or continuing studies with a Master's degree. The content is designed with local companies and in line with the demands of the labor market.

The profiles aim to deepen a subject area and complement the generalist skills acquired in previous years. The goal is to transmit additional notions and tools, useful for professional activity or continuing studies with a Master's degree. The content is designed with local companies and in line with the demands of the labor market.

AI-Driven Industrial Management

Trains management engineers capable of selecting, using, and managing Artificial Intelligence solutions applied to production, logistics, and decision-making systems, effectively integrating them into business processes.

Durante i primi quattro semestri, il percorso prevede un tronco comune in cui vengono affrontate materie di base, quali:
  • Matematica di base
  • Algebra lineare
  • Fisica e meccanica
  • Introduzione alla programmazione
  • Scienza dei materiali e chimica
  • Produzione Industriale
  • Gestione degli impianti industriali
  • Micro e Macro Economia

Industrial sustainability

Industrial Sustainability Management

Develops skills, methods, and tools for the practical implementation of sustainability in the manufacturing sector.

Industry 4.0

Industry 4.0

Trains professionals skilled in enabling technologies for implementing the 4th Industrial Revolution (e.g., Industrial Internet of Things, smart automation and human-robot interaction).

Supply Chain Management and Logistics

Supply Chain Management and Logistics

Teaches how to operate in the field of Supply Chain Management, optimizing and managing the logistical flows of products and information, as well as more strategic aspects related to the design of distribution and supply networks.

Production systems for the pharmaceutical industry

Production systems for the pharmaceutical industry

Fosters working in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries. In these sectors, production processes, machinery selection, and plant management are integrated into quality management systems and must comply with strict regulations and technical standards.
In the second year, students must indicate two preferred options for the in-depth profiles in order of priority. The activation of each profile is subject to reaching a minimum number of enrollments.

  • Theory and pratice

    The study programme has a strong practical and professional orientation with numerous exercises and laboratory activities accompanying the theoretical lectures in the classroom. 

  • Theses and projects

    Starting from a solid theoretical framework, the thesis and projects take the form of well-contextualised practical activities carried out in cooperation with local companies and institutions.

  • Language

    Courses are delivered in Italian.
    The fifth semester is offered in English. The full English course offering is available here.

The Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Management provides for 180 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System).
 
ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) is the European system for the recognition, transfer and accumulation of educational credits. One ECTS credit corresponds to a workload of approximately 30 hours. One academic year usually corresponds to 60 ECTS credits (1800 working hours); 45 credits for study in parallel with the profession (1350 hours of work).

The Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Management provides for 180 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System).
 
ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) is the European system for the recognition, transfer and accumulation of educational credits. One ECTS credit corresponds to a workload of approximately 30 hours. One academic year usually corresponds to 60 ECTS credits (1800 working hours); 45 credits for study in parallel with the profession (1350 hours of work).
The course involves weekly attendance with four days in the classroom and one day remotely.
The total duration is 3 years.
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It is aimed at those who wish to maintain their professional employment. However, it is required to reduce work activity to at least 80 percent.

The course involves attendance of two evenings a week plus one full day (Friday). Sixty percent of the lecture hours can alternatively be taken at a distance in the blended learning formula (for more information, contact the Graduate Program Manager). The course lasts for 4 years.
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The contents of the published study plans reflect the currently planned structure of modules and/or courses and may be subject to changes over time, depending on the evolution of the educational offer. A complete overview of the course structure is available in the Documents and Regulations section.

SUPSI offers those interested in embarking on a technical or economic education an optional mathematics test to check their level of preparation with respect to the prerequisites required to begin their training.
The test can be taken even before submitting the application for admission and should be seen as a support to help you start your studies at SUPSI in the best possible way.
You can find the test on elearning.supsi.ch.

Paolo Pedrazzoli

Professore ordinario in Pianificazione, modellazione e simulazione della produzione industriale. Co-Direttore ad Interim Istituto sistemi e tecnologie per la produzione sostenibile. Responsabile corso - Department of Innovative Technologies

Applications for admission are submitted exclusively by following the online procedure on the SUPSI Student Portal.

Candidates are eligible for direct admission if they possess one of the following diplomas or academic qualifications:

  • Professional Maturity in Technology, Architecture, and Life Sciences (MPT) or Professional Maturity in Economics and Services (MPES) with a Federal Vocational Education and Training (VET) certificate in a profession related to the field of study. Foreign diplomas from equivalent institutions are also recognized.

  •  Diploma from the Cantonal School of Commerce (SCC) in Bellinzona.

  • Technical Diploma (ST) or a qualification from another Specialized Higher Education Institution (SSS) related to the field of study.

Candidates holding a Federal High School Maturity or a recognized foreign High School Maturity diploma must complete one year of qualified professional experience and may enroll under the "Practical Year*" program.

Candidates over 25 with relevant education or work experience may be eligible for admission through a dossier-based evaluation, even without meeting standard entry requirements.

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The official deadline for registration is May 31. After that date it is possible to apply subject to remaining available places.

Please note that the submission of the application is associated with the payment of an administrative fee (more details in the “Costs” section). 

Applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries who require an entry visa are urged to apply early, by April 15. For more you can contact the SUPSI International Office.
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To apply for admission, you must follow the online procedure available on the Student Portal.

Once the procedure is completed, the applicant receives an automatic message of successful application to the email address provided.

Outcome of the application

All applications for admission are assessed by SUPSI. 
 
In the event of a positive response, SUPSI will send an email with instructions for confirming the application for admission. In the event of non-admission, the applicant will be contacted individually by the DTI Secretariat. 

Confirmation of entry
After confirming your enrollment on the Student Portal, you must submit the following original documents to the SUPSI Directorate:
  • Completed and signed ASUP form
  • Signed enrollment confirmation
  • Diploma, or if not yet obtained, a certificate of attendance from your current school
You can monitor the status of your enrollment at any time via the Student Portal and download both the ASUP form and the enrollment confirmation even after completing the admission process (My Education > Submitted Admission Procedures).
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To submit an admission application via the SUPSI Student Portal, you must have a Switch edu-ID account. If you already have one, you can log in to the SUPSI Student Portal using your credentials. Otherwise, follow the procedure described below.

To create the account, you will need to enter:
  • first name and last name
  • address
  • e-mail (do not use e-mail addresses provided by other schools that are active for a limited period of time)
  • password

After agreeing to the terms and conditions, a user account is created and a link sent to the given email address.

To activate the account, you must click on the link in the email and log in to Switch edu-ID for the first time. Once the account is active, you will be able to access the SUPSI Student Portal to submit your application for admission.

For more information on creating the Switch edu-ID account click on the following link.

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Application fee

A fee of CHF 200 is required with the submission of the application for admission. The fee is not refundable or deductible from the semester fee.

After May 31, it is possible to enroll subject to available places and by paying a fee of CHF 300.-. SUPSI reserves the right to close enrollment if the maximum number of scheduled available places is reached.

Application fee

A fee of CHF 200 is required with the submission of the application for admission. The fee is not refundable or deductible from the semester fee.

After May 31, it is possible to enroll subject to available places and by paying a fee of CHF 300.-. SUPSI reserves the right to close enrollment if the maximum number of scheduled available places is reached.

Semester fee

  • Swiss nationality or civil and tax domicile in Switzerland or Liechtenstein: CHF 800
  • Other nationalities and domicile outside Switzerland or Liechtenstein: CHF 1600
Specific agreements apply for those residing in Campione d'Italia.

Semester fee

  • Swiss nationality or civil and tax domicile in Switzerland or Liechtenstein: CHF 800
  • Other nationalities and domicile outside Switzerland or Liechtenstein: CHF 1600
Specific agreements apply for those residing in Campione d'Italia.

Administrative and logistical costs

CHF 150 .– per semester.

Administrative and logistical costs

CHF 150 .– per semester.

Scholarships

Various public and private institutions offer support to students in need. More information can be found here.

Scholarships

Various public and private institutions offer support to students in need. More information can be found here.

Frequently asked questions