Program Overview

The Business of Architecture

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Course Duration options: 3 weeks / 3 Months

KEY FEATURES OF THE BUSINESS OF ARCHITECTURE PROGRAMME:

• Three intakes per academic year: January, April, September
• 3 weeks or 3 months course + optional Industry Experience / Internship (only where visa permits)
• 4 study modules
• Workshops, guest lectures, company visits and extracurricular activities
• Compact class sizes

Course Programme

Developing Space Syntax – Architecture in its Historical and Social Context:

• REAL and Virtual Walking tours through sites and cities including London, UK, Washington, DC, USA, Vicenza, and Carrara in Italy
• Includes company visits and discussions on the development of cities and the importance of their planning and structure in creating and promoting civil well-being and social advancement

International Project Management: Foundations for Professional Practice

• Estimating Project Times and Costs
• Project Networking and Developing a Project Plan
• Manage Risk
• Scheduling Resources and Costs
• Leadership and Managing Project Teams
• Project Control Process and Project Closure

Social Responsibility and Sustainability Workshop

• Guest Speakers will address topics such as:
  • Design as relates to social context, existing urban fabric and budget restraints
  • Quality and performance evaluation of structures based on environmental impact and promotion of well-being
• Topics to be addressed:
  • How can the newest technology improve my buildings’ performance and make my projects more sustainable?
  • What are the best new materials and services available and how can I have access?
  • How will recent global events effect the shape of our built environment in the years to come and what can my firm do to prepare for that?
  • What are some of the best socially responsible practices now being applied globally in both design and construction?

NEW MODULE: Architectural Affairs 360 – Reeling in the Deals

• Marketing, Branding and Positioning
• Opportunity Analysis and Needs Proposals
• Relationships by Steps
• Pitching and Public Relations Spanning Nations
• Making a Proposal
• Winning Competitions
• Getting Paid for your Work
• Closing the Deal

Project Studio (Optional)

• Students will choose whether to work individually or collectively on a real competition project under the guidance of our leading professional practitioners

ESE's Internship Programme

• Upon successful completion of the programme, participants may be eligible for Industry Experience / Internship (only where visa permits) tailored to their profile and career objectives
• The ESE Placement department will conduct an assessment to evaluate the individual student’s eligibility and assist them in finding a suitable position
• Career Counseling Services and CV Development are available for all students

Entry Requirements

• Completion of the Online Application form
• Submission of the following documents to the Admissions Office at the ESE centre of interest:
  • Last academic certificate
  • Resume’ / CV (including reference to all previous education)
  • Personal Statement if not attached to the application form
  • Good command of the English language (IELTS/TOEFL scores are a plus)
  • Photocopy of Passport/ ID document
  • Four photographs (passport-sized)

Programme Fees & Application Deadline

• London Campus:
  • 3 weeks:
    • Registration Fee: £ 600,00
    • Tuition Fee: £ 2.500,00
  • 3 months:
    • Registration Fee: £ 600,00
    • Tuition Fee: £ 6.400,00
    • Internship (optional): £ 1.000,00
• Optional: one week in Florence
• A week in Florence (optional for participants studying in London) £1500
• Florence Campus:
  • 3 weeks:
    • Registration Fee: £ 600.00
    • Tuition Fee: € 3300,00
  • Optional: one additional week in London
  • A week in London (optional for participants studying in Florence) £1500

Maximum Number of Attendees

• In order to ensure a unique learning experience and a low student to professor ratio, no more than 20 students will be admitted into this programme.