About COTRUGLI
About COTRUGLI
COTRUGLI Business School is a private boutique business school that offers three MBA programs accredited by AMBA: the Tech, Executive, and Chief Executive MBA programs. All programs have maintained a consistent accreditation record, receiving initial AMBA accreditation for five years in 2009 and re-accredited in 2014, 2019, and 2024 for additional five-year periods. COTRUGLI also offers a DBA program, a Mini MBA program, Tailor-made programs, a Corporate Academy, Innovation labs and HUBs, Hackathons, and Consulting.
Learning with the Best
COTRUGLI Business School is renowned not just for its leading MBA programs and corporate academies, which have a NET PROMOTOR SCORE above 9.5, but also for our deeply caring approach towards our community and clients.
At the heart of COTRUGLI’s unique value proposition is its dedication to creating remarkable experiences for clients and alums. This commitment goes beyond traditional education offerings. The COTRUGLI ensures that every interaction is enriched with warmth and a personal touch, reflecting our core belief that education is a lifelong journey.
Our executive education programs for leading companies in SE Europe are carefully designed to meet the varied needs of professionals at different career stages. Each program is a journey where we walk alongside our participants, helping them to unlock their potential and achieve their aspirations.
At COTRUGLI, we are developing business-savvy leaders who champion social responsibility. Our ethos of integrity, community service, and continuous learning is embedded in every aspect of our programs, ensuring that our alums are well-prepared to make a positive impact in the world.
COTRUGLI’s focus on Southeast Europe provides unique regional insights invaluable for students and businesses in or with this region. This strategic focus on a specific geographical area enriches the school’s curriculum with regional specifics, making our programs particularly relevant for companies and professionals looking to excel in this dynamic part of the world.
These elements collectively ensure that COTRUGLI Business School offers a top-tier business education in a socially responsible, technologically advanced way and is deeply integrated with local business communities.
COTRUGLI Business School is more than an institution; it is a community where we care deeply, support relentlessly, and commit to the success and well-being of each member and society.
participants engaged in our business educational programs in SE Europe.
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Inspiration
At COTRUGLI Business School, a unique blend of timeless wisdom and forward-thinking defines our institution. In recognition of Benedetto Cotrugli’s profound impact, we have named our School after him. His career encompassed the roles of merchant, humanist, scientist, and diplomat. One of Cotrugli’s remarkable achievements was the authorship of “The Art of Trade” in 1458, a book with the first exposition of double-entry bookkeeping principles and methods. This contribution to accounting marks his place in history. However, his book extended beyond accounting; it delved into personal development and highlighted the value of ethical conduct in business. These timeless principles and ethical business practices drove our decision to honor Cotrugli by naming our school after him.
At COTRUGLI Business School, we hold these principles in high regard and infuse them throughout our educational portfolio. Our curriculum and approach are designed to instill a deep sense of ethics, integrity, and responsible leadership in our alums.
COTRUGLI Mission, Vision, and Values
COTRUGLI Business School aims to maintain the position of SE Europe’s leading Business School by growing a community of responsible leaders and providing remarkable MBA and post-MBA experiences.
Mission – To empower COTRUGLI Alums and Community to achieve more.
Vision – Foster a community equipped and inspired to drive positive change and innovation, contributing to the growth and betterment of society in SE Europe.
Values
INTEGRITY – High standards of ethics in our teaching, research, and relationships with the Business Community
EXCELLENCE – In everything we do
RELEVANCE – Education that is relevant and meets the challenges facing students, organizations, and local communities
TEAMWORK AND COOPERATION – Between the Participants, Staff Members, and COTRUGLI Community
DIVERSITY – We recognize and value the contribution of everyone
CONTINUOUS LEARNING – To prepare the Participants and COTRUGLI’s Staff Members to meet the challenge of a lifelong learning process
COMMUNITY SERVICE – To serve the needs of local communities
By integrating frontier technological insights and practices, the COTRUGLI ensures our MBA and corporate programs are aligned with the latest industry trends and demands. This is particularly crucial in a VUCA business landscape where technological competency can significantly impact managerial effectiveness and strategic decision-making.
What makes us unique?
COTRUGLI Business School stands out for several notable reasons:
We are passionate and love what we do. We are not just about our people (Alums students, employers, professionals, clients) but all people and the planet. For more than two decades, we have been living the case that caring for people and the planet brings pride, joy, and well-deserved profit.
AMBA Accreditation: COTRUGLI is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), distinguishing it among the top 2% of business schools globally. This accreditation underscores our commitment to high educational standards and international recognition.
Top Faculty: The school boasts a loyal faculty of academics and experts teaching who are actively engaged in leading business schools and consulting for global companies. 30% of our faculty has been with us for 20 years.
Strong Alumni Network: With over 20,000 leaders and managers passing through our programs and 2500+ Alums, the school offers excellent networking opportunities, connecting current students with the Alum network.
AMBA Accreditation
Be in brilliant company
MBA students in AMBA accredited programs are required to have at least 3 years prior or management experience, making for quality networks and applied learning.
Crafted with world class expertise
The high standard of AMBA-accredited MBAs is certified by highly experienced Business School Deans and Directors – experts assessing experts.
Invest in education that stands the test of time
AMBA-accredited schools have educated MBAs to AMBA standards for a minimum of 3 years and usually over 10 years.
Access to the highest quality
Experts in academia and industry. Faculty at AMBA-accredited programs are internationally-diverse and at least 75% must have a relevant postgraduate qualification.
Be part of a priceless network
AMBA-accredited MBA programs require a minimum of 500 ‘contact’ hours, ensuring face-to-face learning and strong relationship-building.
