Bali Digital Business & Entrepreneurship Program
Bali, Indonesia
DURATION
15 Weeks
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 Dec 2024*
EARLIEST START DATE
Apr 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 2,270 **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* summer class
** early bird EUR 2120
Introduction
The Bali Digital Business and Entrepreneurship program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the digital business landscape while immersing them in Bali's rich cultural, social, and economic context. Over 15 weeks, students will explore key aspects of digital business, including marketing strategies, e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. The course emphasizes cultural competence and language skills through dedicated modules on Bahasa Indonesia and Indonesian business culture.
Combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, the program includes hands-on workshops, guest lectures, live case studies, and immersive excursions. Students will interact with local entrepreneurs, visit innovative startups, and gain firsthand experience in digital business operations. By the end of the course, participants will have developed essential skills to launch and grow a digital business, with a deep appreciation for Bali's dynamic cultural heritage. This transformative experience aims to inspire and equip future digital business leaders with the knowledge and tools necessary to succeed in a global marketplace.
Study Destination: Bali Indonesia
Bali is not just a backdrop for our Digital Business and Entrepreneurship course—it plays a central role in the program. The uniqueness of Bali’s environment enhances the entire educational experience.
Each lecture, workshop, and excursion is designed to combine digital business and entrepreneurship topics with the local context, creating a deeply immersive learning experience. Guest speakers, including local experts and practitioners, offer valuable insights. They explain how traditional Balinese and Southeast Asian practices can work alongside modern digital business strategies and entrepreneurial techniques.
This approach enriches the curriculum and helps students understand how global knowledge can be adapted to specific cultural contexts. Integrating Bali’s environment and culture ensures that students gain practical knowledge that is both culturally informed and globally relevant.
The result is a truly unique experience of studying abroad.
Host Institutions: PIB College
PIB College will be your host during the Digital Business and Entrepreneurship program. As the leading vocational campus for tourism, digital, and creative industries, PIB College was officially established by the Decree of the Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education of Indonesia. The college is well-known for its academic excellence and innovative approaches. Its newly developed Digital Business department focuses on modern digital strategies and sustainable practices, aligning perfectly with the objectives of our program.
With state-of-the-art facilities and an on-campus hotel, PIB College provides a supportive learning environment where participants can stay on campus for a fully immersive experience. Located in the scenic Tabanan area of Bali, near beautiful beaches and rice paddies, the campus combines natural beauty with academic pursuits, offering an enriching experience. This unique setting highlights the importance of sustainability, making PIB College an ideal host for our program.
Ideal Students
Participants will benefit most if they have experience or interest in:
- Digital Business and Marketing: For those focused on developing and scaling digital platforms or enhancing digital marketing strategies
- Entrepreneurship: Suitable for individuals looking to turn ideas into viable business ventures or grow existing digital businesses.
- E-Commerce and Online Platforms: Ideal for those interested in online sales, digital marketplaces, and e-commerce strategies.
- Business and Management: A great fit for those with a background in business administration or management who want to apply their skills in a digital context.
- Digital Innovation and Technology: For those fascinated by tech innovations and their application in business growth and development.
Whether you’re looking to build a startup, grow your current business, or simply gain a deeper
understanding of the digital economy, this program will provide you with the essential skills and practical insights needed to succeed in today’s ever-evolving digital landscape.
Admissions
Curriculum
Modules
- Introduction to Digital Business and Indonesian Context - 5 Credit Points
- Digital Marketing Strategies - 5 Credit Points
- E-Commerce and Online Business - 5 Credit Points
- Artificial Intelligence in Digital Business - 5 Credit Points
- Digital Business Startup Project - 8 Credit Points
- Bahasa Indonesia and Cultural Context - 2 Credit Points
Weekly Excursions
An academic excursion is organized once a week, i.e. every Thursday or Friday. The weekly excursions are an integral part of the study abroad program at Politeknik Internasional Bali. Participation during the excursions is essential, and is also included in the 80% attendance.
Excursions & Workshops (Tentative!)
- Visit to Draper Startup House Bali
- Tour of Livit Hub
- E-commerce warehouse visit at Dimerco
- AI lab at GDP Labs
- Data analytics workshop at Le Wagon Bali
- Tour and hands-on session at Fab Lab Bali
- Cultural immersion experience in Ubud
- Visit to Bali Coffee Club
- VW Safari Amazing Race - Rice Paddy Field UNESCO Jatiluwih
- Visit to Tengganan or Penglipuran traditional village to see traditional island life and buildings
- Networking visit to Dojo Bali and Outpost Bali for insights into digital nomad lifestyles and content creation
- Advanced SEO Techniques and Content Strategy
- Technical Skills for E-Commerce Backend Setup
- Social Media Marketing Campaign Development
- AI Tools for Business
- Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
- Design Thinking and Innovation Sessions
- Cultural Workshops on Balinese crafts, music, and dance
- Traditional workshop on Balinese ceremonies, offering-making, and cooking class
- Content Creation and Influencer Marketing Workshop
Assessment & Marking
Students must meet all assessment criteria to be eligible to receive final markings. The criteria include:
- Minimum attendance in 80% of the classes, workshops, and excursions. (Students must sign an attendance list each time they participate in classes and excursions.)
- Submitting all required assignments
- Sitting for exams
- Showing active participation and ability in soft skills
Grading and Curriculum
Academic systems differ from country to country. In Indonesia, tertiary education is administered directly by the Ministry of Higher Education & Research. The full-semester study abroad program does not grant a degree, but the courses provide students with a maximum of 30 credit points (ECTS), which are transferable to home universities. To obtain the full amount of 30 CP, students must participate in class, case studies, guest lectures, academic excursions/site visits, and student projects
Attendance of at least 80% is a prerequisite for admission to the exams. An absence of more than 3 weeks will lead to deregistration. Compulsory attendance starts from the first day of orientation week
Program Outcome
Certificates
Students will personally receive their official certificates from PIB College at the farewell event, or in digital form, by email, approximately 4 weeks after the final exams. At the end of the program, students who have satisfactorily completed all course requirements will be awarded certificates as follows:
- A certificate stating that the student has completed the full 15-week course;
- An Academic Transcript outlining the student’s performance in the program. The grades on the transcript are the final marks.
- A certificate stating that the student has participated in the workshop and, on request, certain academic excursions.