With more than 25 years of international experience in the oil and gas industry, Goran Filipčuk is a senior professional in the industry, and also a student at the Bachelor of Business Administration program at SSBM Geneva. As a Technical & Sales Manager, Mr. Filipčuk’s career has spanned operations management, technical advisory, customer relations, and business development, giving him a unique perspective on leadership in complex global industries.
Driven by a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, Mr. Filipčuk chose SSBM Geneva to strengthen his business and management expertise while building on his extensive industry experience. In this testimonial, he shares his journey as a Bachelor student and reflects on how the program has supported his personal and professional development.
I chose SSBM Geneva because the program offered the flexibility I needed to balance my studies with my professional and private life. As a working professional in the oil and gas industry, flexibility was very important for me, and SSBM allowed me to continue my education without stepping away from my career.
After more than 25 years in a highly specialized technical industry, I wanted to strengthen my business and management knowledge and open a wider career path for the future. My motivation was to enhance my management skills, become more competitive, and support my transition from lower management roles toward mid-senior and senior leadership positions.
The BBA program helped me connect my technical and operational experience with stronger business, planning, and organizational skills. It also helped me develop a better understanding of management, leadership, communication, and people skills, which are very important when working in large organizations and leading diverse teams.
The most valuable aspect was the practical connection between business theory and real professional experience. The program helped me look at my career from a broader business perspective, not only from a technical or operational point of view. It gave me more confidence in areas such as management, planning, decision-making, and leadership.
I would definitely recommend SSBM Geneva to other experienced professionals. The flexibility, affordability, and practical structure of the program make it a strong option for people who want to continue working while improving their qualifications. For professionals who want to elevate their career and move toward broader management opportunities, SSBM can be a very good choice.
Goran Filipčuk’s journey demonstrates that professional growth doesn’t stop with years of experience. By combining decades of technical expertise with business education, he’s taken an important step to expand his leadership and prepare for new opportunities.
At SSBM Geneva, we are proud to support professionals like Mr. Filipčuk who are committed to lifelong learning and continuous development. Our flexible, industry-focused programs are designed to help students build practical business knowledge while balancing their careers and personal commitments.