Data, Society and organisations
B.A.
Overview
INTRODUCTION
The double program, Bachelor in Data, Society and Organisations HEC-BOCCONI is an interdisciplinary program that prepares students to put data to work to embrace the challenges of the coming decades. The aim is to develop fluency in two areas: data sciences (mathematics, data, AI), as well as behavioral and social sciences. A solid foundation in these two fields will be combined with applied skills in management and organizations. In their final year students can specialize in a specific area (Law, Public Policy & Government, Climate Change & Sustainability, Management & Organisations) to apply their skills, and develop a research and entrepreneurial approach to design concrete solutions to societal and organizational challenges. This unique combination of in-depth multidisciplinary knowledge with problem-solving and entrepreneurial skills makes students very attractive to employers, although many may choose to pursue their studies and specialize with a Master degree. The dual program is an innovative, academically challenging, and highly selective Bachelor of Arts and Science.
Entirely taught in English, the program takes place over 3 years (180 ECTS), first at Bocconi University (Semesters 1 to 3), then at HEC Paris (Semesters 4 to 6). The program content is built upon the research and teaching resources of both partners, including the Computing Sciences and Social & Political Sciences departments of Bocconi University and the HEC Paris research centers (Hi!Paris, Society & OrganiSations Institute, HEC Incubator & Entrepreneurship Center).
The students will follow a double program:
- Bachelor of Science in International Politics and Government from Bocconi University
- Bachelor of Arts & Science in Data, Society and Organisations from HEC Paris*
*HEC Paris is in the process of obtaining French Ministerial accreditation for this program
WHY JOIN THE BACHELOR OF ARTS & SCIENCE IN DATA, SOCIETY & ORGANISATIONS ?
2 of the top business schools in Europe
Designed by the two top European business schools, HEC Paris and Bocconi University, the program focuses on innovation, scientific research and entrepreneurship with the support of the HEC Paris centers (Hi! PARIS, S&O Institute, HEC Incubator).
A unique program
This 3-year degree, taught in English by world class researchers and influential practitioners, combines interdisciplinary skills in computer science and social sciences, and a comprehensive data-driven analysis of the key social and organizational problems.
Learning by doing
The students will be equipped to shift constantly from data to knowledge, from knowledge to strategic decisions and from strategic decisions to operational business or policy implementations.
An influential community
Expand your network with world-class students. Benefit from a wealth of opportunities (numerous fairs, conferences, career mentoring) and from the alumni community at HEC Paris and Bocconi University, totaling 207,000 graduates in 130 countries.
Job market ready
Direct access to data scientist or data analyst positions, or the possibility to deepen your skills at master's level to work in the field of digital tools or artificial intelligence at the national, European and international leves and in all sectors.
Structure
The program offers you a perfect balance of theory and practice. Elective courses, numerous academic opportunities throughout the program and the final capstone project, allow you to customize the curriculum to your needs and aspirations.
INTRODUCTION
The Bachelor of Arts & Science in “Data, Society & Organisations” is a double program lasting three years and focused on data science applied to the fields of society and organizations. This program of interdisciplinary excellence is designed to respond to the new challenges of our society.
This program gained its inspiration from current and future needs identified within the public and private sectors. The Bachelor offers students a rigorous path that integrates two complementary areas: the interdisciplinary development of computer science and mathematics skills, as well as an in-depth understanding of the social issues necessary for the analysis and relevance of data. This approach makes it possible to understand the major challenges linked to the collection and use of data in fields such as economics, sociology, law, public affairs and management (environmental transition, health, education, justice, social, etc.) and develop entrepreneurial methods to solve the key societal and organizational challenges.
OBJECTIVES
At the end of this program you will develop your skills in :
- Participation in the development of company strategy
- Supervision and animation of teams in project mode
- Documentation, collection and processing of information
- Carrying out an organizational and/or financial analysis
- Management control, evaluation of tools and proposal of new methods
- Establishment of a budgetary architecture
ASSESSMENT METHODS
- Quizzes, exercices
- Case studies
- Business games and role-playing games
- Action projects
- Professional immersions
YEAR 1 BOCCONI UNIVERSITY
SEMESTER 1
- Economics Module I: Consumer Behavior and Firms
- Comparative Public Law and Regulation
- Politics & Public Sector
- Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences (Module I – Mathematics for Social Sciences)
- Coding and Data Visualization in Python
SEMESTER 2
- Economics Module II: Macro-Economic Governance
- Global History and Affairs
- Machine Learning (Module I – Introduction)
- Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences (Module II - Data Analytics)
- Foreign Language I
YEAR 2 BOCCONI & HEC PARIS
SEMESTER 1 : Bocconi
- Governance of Digital Technologies in Public and Private Sector
- Social Transformations
- Social Media and Democracy
- Machine Learning (Module II – Deep Learning)
SEMESTER 2 : HEC Paris
- Behavioral and Cognitive Science
- Business Analytics
- Business Modeling and Management Accounting
- European Governance
- Climate Change and Sustainability
- Introduction to Ethics and Philosophy of Science and Technology
- Foreign Language II
YEAR 3 HEC PARIS
SEMESTER 1
2 CORE COURSES AMONG:
- Democracy, Governance and Public Policy
- Contract and Business Law
- Organization Behavior
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Economics and Markets
2 MODULES FOR PREPARING CAPSTONE AND DISSERTATION:
- Entrepreneurial Management Methods for Addressing Challenges
- Introduction to Research Methods
4 ELECTIVES AMONG THE PATHWAYS:
- Law and Justice
- Democracy, Governance and Public Policy
- Sustainability Transition
- Management/Organizations/ Entrepreneurship
SEMESTER 2
- Capstone Project/ Data Challenge : Conducting a team project by applying data science to social or business challenges partnered with public or private organizations. Includes advising by a mentor and final presentation to a Board of stakeholders.
- Field Work / Academies among:
- Data Science for Business
- Data Science for Public Policy and Society
- Business Development for Start-up Academy
- Corporate Finance Academy
- 2 electives among:
- Law and Justice
- Democracy, Governance and Public Policy
- Sustainability Transition
- Management/Organizations/ Entrepreneurship
- Dissertation / Final Paper:
- Students must write an essay on a topic related to the Capstone project, including literature review, hypotheses development, empirical study and conclusion.
Costs
Tuition
HK$181,933.43
(international)
HK$181,933.43
(home)
Other costs
Approximately €1,000/ €1,200 month in 2023, covering housing, food, compulsory insurances (health and civil liability), sports and leisure.
Funding
HEC Paris and Bocconi University are highly selective business schools that recruit only the best students out of high school. To support and ensure student success, both schools offer scholarship programs to qualified students as they are committed to making their education accessible to all qualified students, regardless of their financial background. The schools offer a variety of financial aid and needs-based scholarships to help students afford their education.
Financial Aid and Needs-Based Scholarships
HEC Paris and Bocconi University offer financial aid and needs-based scholarships to help students afford their education. These scholarships are awarded on a case-by-case basis and are at the discretion of the juries from both institutions.
To apply for a scholarship from HEC Paris or Bocconi University, students must complete the online application form and submit all required supporting documents.
Admissions
Qualifications
The program welcomes high potential students from around the world. The selection is based on the evaluation of all application elements including an online video interview.
THE PROFILE WE VALUE
We welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities, who are fluent in English and who have a strong motivation for quantitative, data, and analytical skills and for understanding and contributing to finding solutions to world challenges.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Valid secondary scchool diploma (national or international) suitable for access to Bachelor programs
- Specializations in specific fields or subjects are not required
- Online video interview
Language requirements
IELTS
6.5
min 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each section
TOEFL
88