Double Degree Qualification in International Computer Engineering and Management of Business and Technology

Methodology

The system of the Degree in Management of Technological Companies is based on La Salle's Dynamic Methodology. Its main points are:

• Learning by Challenge learning method
• Empowerment of knowledge, skills, and tools
• Internationalization and globalization
• Technology as the center of learning

Learning by Challenge

The theory learned will be continually applied to practical realities, management cases, projects with companies, business simulations, and problem-solving. You will also analyze existing theories to develop a deep understanding of the business world.

Knowledge, abilities, and tools

You will receive a practical approach to learning that will allow you to develop knowledge, but also personal and professional skills. You will prepare yourself to start a professional career in a fast-changing international business environment. Teamwork, leadership and communication skills, and practical use of tools (for database creation and management, web development, content management of social media channels, IT systems, or for design and management of mobile applications), will be fundamental during your learning process.

International by definition

Internationalization is one of our hallmarks, so our program has been designed and managed by an international team of educators. You have a culturally diverse campus experience with more than 40 nationalities and teachers from all over the world. At La Salle, we understand that students should have international experiences to grow as a person, and that is why we offer you a series of opportunities (stays in Shanghai and San Francisco and the United Nations model project in the city of New York), that will allow you to do different programs in London, Paris, Brussels, Frankfurt, Australia, China or Latin America.

The importance of technology

This degree program combines the world of technology and business. Companies, economies, and our societies are being rapidly transformed by technology. By this, we understand that business students must understand the importance of technology and how to manage it to develop new opportunities. We prepare you for the future so that you can be prepared to change and uncertainty, and to take advantage of the potential of technology to make our society a better place.

First Year

Semester 1

• Algebra
• Calculation
• Design and usability
• Basic Electronics
• Introduction to Computers
• Programming methodology and technology
• Thought and creativity I
• Business Management Fundamentals
• Marketing

Semester 2

• Company Law I
• Human Resources

Second Year

Semester 1

• Databases
• Object Oriented Design and Programming
• Statistics and Mathematical Analysis
• Thought and Creativity II
• Digital Systems and Microprocessors
• Local Area Networks
• Management skills: Communication I
• Language I
• Microeconomics
• Programming projects I

Semester 2

• Accounting I
• Language II
• Macroeconomics
• Programming projects II

Third Year

Semester 1

• Thought and Creativity III
• Advanced programming and data structure
• Accounting II
• 3D Graphics Programming
• Data network interconnection
• Information Systems and Technology Management I
• Financial Analysis I
• Web projects I
• Operating Systems

Semester 2

• Company Law II
• Creativity and innovation
• Financial Management
• Decision-making methods
• Development of new products and services
• Web Projects II
• Advanced Operating Systems

Fourth Year

Semester 1

• Systems Design & Administration
• International and Corporate Finance
• Multiculturalism Management
• Marketing Communication
• Marketing Address
• Software Methodology I
• Operations and Production
• Project Management I

Semester 2

• E-Business
• Programming languages
• Marketing Simulation
• Economic history and social thought
• ICT Security
• Knowledge-based systems
• Peripheral Technologies
• Technological trends

Fifth Year

Semester 1

• Research Applied to Management and Technology
• Computer Architecture
• Financial Planning and Control
• Management skills: Communication
• Entrepreneurship and capital risk
• International Business
• Information Systems and Technology Management II
• Software Methodology II
• Data Mining
• Projects in a distributed architecture
• Mobile Device Programming
• Commercial Address

Semester 2

• Communication channels
• Management of Teams and Organizations
• Entrepreneurship and new technologies
• Strategic management of technology companies
• Logistics and Distribution
• New technologies and economic development

Sixth Year

• External internships Computer Science Degree
• External internships Degree ADE
• Final Project of Computer Science Degree.

Goals

The Double Degree programs are more demanding than the 4-year undergraduate programs (240 ECTS credits) and the single Degree programs. Therefore, these courses are designed for students with excellent academic records who have specialized in the scientific-technological baccalaureate. Candidates for this program will have to provide proof of their academic performance in their final years of high school when they complete the admission process.

The Double Degree Qualification in International Computer Engineering and Business and Technology Management at La Salle BCN aims to create the technological and business leaders of the future, capable of leading business management activities, providing consulting services, implementing IT Systems which resolve data handling issues in a company or organization, on both a global scale and in localized functional areas.

There is a strong market demand for professionals with analytical abilities and management skills, whose profile can adapt to positions in strategic management (Fi-nance, Human Resources,

Sales and Marketing, Distribution and commerce, etc.) or in executive management, at the top of the company organigram.

The Double Degree in Computer Engineering and in the Management of Technological Companies aims to train the technological business executives of the future, capable of leading business activities such as management, consultancy, and the implementation and maintenance of IT and data management systems for companies and organizations, both globally and more specifically.

The labor market is currently seeking profiles with a high analytical capacity and management skills to work as managers of strategic departments of the company (financial, human resources, sales, and marketing, distribution, and commerce, etc.) or as senior management positions, as well as other positions in the company's structure.

As a result of the development of information technologies and their increasing impact on all professional sectors and all functional areas, a 2015 issue of the Forbes magazine placed 6 technological companies among the top 10 most powerful brands in the world, namely: Apple, Microsoft, Google, Coca-Cola, IBM, McDonald's, Samsung, Toyota, General Electrics and Facebook. Furthermore, 5 technological companies were ranked in between the 11th and 20th position of the world's most powerful companies: Amazon.com, at & t, CISCO, Intel, and Oracle.

With a Degree in Management of Technological Companies, you will obtain a solid base of capacities and knowledge in international business management. On completion, you will have acquired an international vision and an entrepreneurial and innovative approach to business management.

You will have acquired the necessary knowledge to be professionally qualified within a wide range of possibilities:

• You will be prepared to enter the labor market in a wide variety of jobs in any of the working areas of a company in any industry or sector.

• You can be hired in any of the areas of finance, marketing management, operations, human resources, technology and innovation management, or project management.

• You can be hired internationally and you will be able to work in multicultural work environments. Ad-hoc skills, which include communication, teamwork, leadership, planning, organization, and analytical skills, will enable you to learn and develop quickly in the context of the organization.

• You will be prepared to start entrepreneurship projects and start your own business (Start-up).

• Some of the possible professional exits are Digital Business Development Manager / BizDev, Digital Product Manager, Product Manager, Monetization Analyst, Online Reputation Manager, Community Manager, Digital assets, Digital Business Analyst and start-ups, Consumer Analyst / digital audience, BB Source Manager: Big Data, App Marketing Analyst, Account Manager, and Accounts Manager, eCommerce Analyst, Marketing Analyst Online, Digital Campaign Manager, SEM Campaign Manager, SEO: Search positioning optician, Brand Manager, Trend Analyst, Startup Founder, Junior consultant, Financial Analyst (junior), Event Manager, Customer Service Manager, Sales Manager, and Marketing Activation Manager.

Academic Opportunities

• You can also access university master's programs at an international level. Former students have subsequently studied for master's at universities such as Standford University, London School of Economics, IESE, University of Warwick, and Nanyang Technological University Singapore among others.

The system with which we teach the Degree in Technological Business Management is based on the Dynamic Methodology, characteristic of La Salle. Its main points are:

• Learning method Learning by Challenge
• Enhancement of knowledge, skills, and tools
• Internationalization and globalization
• The technology as a learning center.