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At the International University of Monaco (IUM), we believe that the sports industry cannot be fully understood through textbooks alone. It must be felt, observed, and experienced in the field. This philosophy of experiential learning was put into high gear last week as our Sports Business Management (SBM) students embarked on an intensive study trip to London, one of the world’s most influential sports capitals.

What does it really take to build a career in professional football, beyond the pitch?

For Vittorio Svaldo Lanero, student in the MSc in Sports Business Management at the International University of Monaco, the answer became clear through a hands-on experience inside one of Italy’s most historic clubs.

At IUM, the classroom is only the beginning. We believe that to truly master International Management, students must engage directly with the world’s most sophisticated business ecosystems. Recently, our MSc students traveled to London for a study trip that epitomizes our commitment to Experiential Learning, turning high-level theory into tangible professional insight.

Students from the MSc in International Management with specialization in Real Estate had the opportunity to visit Mareterra, Monaco’s newest waterfront district, accompanied by Benjamin Franco (Real Estate Sales Associate at Douglas Elliman Real Estate). The project was presented on site by Régis Adeline (Directeur général chez SAM Anse du Portier).

The Monaco MBA Residential Week kicked off with an exciting Entrepreneurial Challenge Week.

As part of its Career Week, the International University of Monaco welcomed Elena Milovanovic Avramovic, Founder of The Agency, alongside Nastasia Dormeuil and Laura Pochylski from All Time.

Bringing together expertise in both athlete representation and day-to-day management, the session offered students a comprehensive perspective on the realities of working in the sports industry.

Far from the glamour often associated with professional sport, their insights revealed a demanding profession built on trust, adaptability, and constant availability—where managing an athlete means navigating both performance and personal dimensions.

As part of the Career Week at the International University of Monaco, students had the opportunity to explore the philosophy behind one of Italy’s most distinctive jewelry maisons with Maurizio Bodano.

With over a century of history, Buccellati stands as a unique example of how craftsmanship, heritage, and strategic growth can coexist in today’s luxury landscape.

A capstone practical project where students apply the knowledge gained throughout the MBA.

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Luxury Retail Experts Share Insights at IUM Career Week.

During IUM Career Week, students had the opportunity to attend an insightful finance session led by Filippo Cavalli, partner at Quadrivio Group. The talk offered a deep dive into the world of private equity, with a particular focus on the lifestyle sector, an area where Quadrivio has developed a highly specialized and distinctive investment strategy.

As part of IUM’s Career Week, an initiative designed to connect students with industry professionals, the university welcomed Guido Giovannelli, an experienced leader in the luxury automotive sector with over 30 years of international career experience.

The event offered students a valuable opportunity to gain first-hand insights into one of the most competitive and evolving industries, while also reflecting on their own future career paths.

Our MSc in Luxury Management students are currently on the ground in Italy for their annual experiential study trip, an immersive week designed to take them out of the classroom and into the heart of the global luxury industry. This journey across Italy’s primary luxury hubs, including Genova, Venice, Milan, and Viareggio, provides a firsthand look at the professional world they are preparing to join.

As part of the International University of Monaco’s Career Week, the university welcomed Filippo Ghirelli, founder of Infracorp, Sophrance Global, and Mareterra, for a special CEO Series session. A global entrepreneur with a dynamic career spanning renewable energy, oil and gas, aviation, and space infrastructure, Ghirelli shared his insights on critical thinking, the impact of…

Monaco MBA Residential Week: From Innovation to Leadership in Action

Through the Corporate Consulting Project, students go far beyond theory, engaging directly with leading companies to solve real strategic challenges.

Spring 2026 in Monaco promises to be vibrant and inspiring, with major international events where academic excellence, world‑class sport, cultural prestige, and sustainable innovation converge. The International University of Monaco (IUM) plays a central role, connecting students with global industries and opportunities. Key Events in Monaco – Spring 2026 Career Week IUM Dates : March…