Business and administration

BIBS's undergraduate program

This 3-year undergraduate program in business and management is designed to bring students to their full potential. Based on experimentation and on an openness to the business scene, BIBS’s pedagogical approach seeks to teach students the fundamental knowledge while developing skills and competence aligned with their career prospects. Our goal is to deliver an innovative program that helps students develop themselves academically and in companies.

This program offers courses in the fundamental disciplines of business and management, especially for young talents seeking to become Financial Advisor or Planner, Investment Specialist, Financial Analyst, Entrepreneur in Financial Services and Business Development Manager. Theoretical and applied modules provide students with the necessary tools and knowledge to become inspiring, international, and responsible changemakers.

Program Overview

The Bachelor in Financial planning is a unique three-year blended study program that combines academic rigor with real-world financial practice. Designed especially for professionals, entrepreneurs, and motivated individuals seeking to deepen their expertise in financial management, the program bridges personal and corporate finance, financial planning, and strategic investment.

  • Format: Blended (weekend-based, in-person + online)
  • Structure: Years 1–2: Financial modules by BIBS – Brno International Business School. Year 3: International financial management with a French partner institution
  • Language: Years 1–2 in Czech with Business English instruction; Year 3 in English
  • Location: Naháč, Velké Bílovice, Ostrava, and online
  • Credential: Bachelor degree upon completion
  • Certifications: Preparation for PFP (Professional Financial Planner) and EFA (European Financial Advisor) exams

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect during the admission interview?

The motivation interview takes place at the school’s head office in Prague or online, depending on where the applicant lives.
The purpose of this interview is to verify the adequacy and coherence of the applicant’s academic and professional project. It also allows us to evaluate the applicant’s personality traits.

The admissions procedure

We offer two intakes in the school year, one in Fall and one in Spring. Prior to the interview, the students are expected to send the following documents to BIBS:
– Academic transcripts
– CV and cover letter
– Reference lette​rs.
– English language test
– Admission interview

📝 Admission Requirements
– Completion of secondary education (maturita or equivalent)
– Basic English proficiency (improves systematically over 2 years)
– Motivation to grow professionally and academically

Email : admission@bibs.cz

Graduation requirements

– successfully complete all compulsory courses
– submit a dissertation (at least 20 000 words) and successfully pass the viva-voce defense before the thesis defense committee.

Professional certifications

This program will prepare you for two recognized certification in the market of finance, financial planning and consulting. The EFA (European Financial Advisor Certificate) is one of the main quality standards in the financial advisory industry. The PFP certificate (Personal Financial Planning) focuses on investment planning process and techniques. These certificates are real assets for those seeking positions as financial advisors.

Why Choose This Program?

  • Blended Flexibility: Continue working while you study
  • Corporate Relevance: Practical modules co-developed with ZFP Academy
  • International Recognition: Third-year partnership with French university
  • Certification-Ready: Structured preparation for top-tier financial qualifications
  • Bilingual Advantage: Progressive mastery of Business English
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The BIBS Bachelor’s in Financial Planning is the right program for you if you’re looking to combine academic development with real-world financial expertise. You’ll gain an international perspective, enhance your multicultural and professional competencies, and benefit from a student-centered, flexible learning environment designed for working professionals. Our program blends personal and corporate finance, strategic investment, and ethical responsibility—anchored in practical application through internship experiences and expert-led teaching. With access to a vast network of over 10,000 alumni and professionals worldwide, your career opportunities will expand far beyond the classroom.

Victor LinUndergraduate program coordinator

Study Programme

Year 1

1. Financial Mathematics and Statistics I
2. Introduction to Macroeconomics
3. Introduction to Accounting and Reporting
4. Fundamentals of the Tax System
5. Banking and Credit Products I
6. Financial Markets I – Basic Instruments and Products
7. Insurance and Financial Protection
8. Marketing and Communication I
9. Management and Teamwork
10. Ethics and Professional Responsibility
11. Business English I
12. Business IT Tools
13. Carrer development
14. Intership

Year 2

15. Financial Mathematics and Statistics II
16. Macroeconomic Analysis and Financial Environment
17. Financial Analysis and Accounting II
18. Tax Planning and Optimization
19. Corporate Finance and Cash Flow Management
20. Financial Markets II – Strategies and Advanced Instruments
21. Financial Planning in Practice
22. Marketing and Communication II
23. Strategic Management and Business Development
24. Final Project and Professional Certification
25. Business English
26. Business IT Tools II
27. Carrer development
28. Intership

Year 3

29. Business English
30. Introduction to Business Law
31. Innovation and Digital Marketing
32. Business IT Tools III
33. Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain
34. Cross Cultural Communications
35. Market Research
36. Human Resources Management
37. International Trade
38. Research Methods
39. Graduation Assignment
40. Carrer development
41. Intership

Learning Format & Teaching Methods

  • The program follows a blended model:
  • In-person weekend sessions: Every two weeks (Sat–Sun)
  • Online consultations: Usually Fridays
  • One-on-one or group consultations: In-person or via Teams
  • Independent study: Case studies, project work, exam prep
  • Module workload: 60–80 hours each

Internship & Real-World Application

  • 200 hours per semester of internship practice
  • Custom internship plan, tailored goals and outcomes
  • Supervised by professional consultants
  • Concludes with a written reflective report
  • Integrated into grading and final qualification

Graduate Profile

  • By the end of the program, graduates are equipped to:
  • Deliver advanced financial advice and planning
  • Analyze markets and investment opportunities
  • Design strategic solutions for businesses and individuals
  • Lead financial teams or launch their own venture
  • Sit confidently for PFP or EFA certifications

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Zhang Qingrui

"Through my study at BIBS, I have expanded my international vision, enhanced my professional knowledge, and improved my leadership skills."

Matěj Mikšík

"BIBS was for me a great possibility to meet more people interested in new ways of managing organisation and doing business development."

Silvia Kuzma

"I started to study at BIBS in my late twenties aiming to get a promotion in the back office department of a well-established bank in Slovakia. I found the flexibility and variety of subjects taught at BIBS very appealing."