Master in Business Studies

Program Content:

• 24 Electives (48 credits)
• Thesis (12 credits)

Elective Courses:

• Courses in Banking
• Courses in Business
• Courses in Communication
• Courses in Design
• Courses in Economics
• Courses in Fashion
• Courses in Finance
• Courses in Global Topics
• Courses in Human Resources
• Courses in Information Systems
• Integrated Courses
• Courses in Law and Legal Topics
• Courses in Management
• Courses in Marketing
• Courses in Operations
• Courses in Quantitative Topics
• Courses in Sports
• Courses in Technology
• Courses in Tourism

Master in Business Studies

• Copy of the Bachelor’s degree and all relevant degrees, diplomas, certificates, and transcripts earned to date. (English translation required)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of your valid passport, identity card, and/or residence permit.
• Letter of motivation stating your career objectives and program expectations.
• 2 passport-size photographs.
• Proof of proficiency in the English language (English test scores such as IELTS, TOEFL).
• Personal interview.
• Non-refundable application fee.

Degrees with 180 European credits or 120 American semester credits are considered equivalent. Other degrees can be submitted along with your application for review by our Admissions Department. No distinction is made between academic or professional Bachelor’s degrees.

Students who do not hold a business-related Bachelor degree or equivalent may be required to complete an inbound assessment test prior to starting the program, and, depending on the results, earn an additional number of credits in leveling courses from the Pre-Master foundation program in order to be fully prepared for our graduate programs.

Students who have 15 or more years of relevant work experience may apply directly for the Pre-Master program and will be required to complete an inbound assessment test prior to starting the graduate program, and, depending on the results, earn an additional number of credits in specific undergraduate courses.

Master in Business Studies

Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international private Master in Business Studies degree awarded by the school’s headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland.

The Master in Business Studies degree program is programmatically accredited by the US-based Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and the EU-based European Council for Business Education (ECBE).

* Students can earn a dual Master’s degree for an additional 30 credits (or 3 additional terms) for a total of 90 and earn two Master’s degrees. Any combination of programs is possible, for example, a Master of Business Administration in combination with a Master of Science in Marketing Management.

Master in Business Studies

The Internship option encourages students to put their skills and knowledge into practice through offers received by our Careers Department from regional and international companies and organizations. No credits can be awarded for internships.

Internship agreements of up to 3 months are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit and cannot be considered for a student visa extension.