Programme

Master of Science in General Management

Objectives

Are you a graduate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science, engineering, humanities, social sciences, or law? Do you want to acquire solid management skills without prior knowledge of economics? Our university programme in General Management is designed to meet your expectations. Through this programme, you will receive comprehensive training in all the main branches of management, mastering key concepts and fundamental tools. You will also work in teams to solve real-world management problems.

Skills acquired

By the end of the programme, you will be able to:

  • Analyze how the political, economic, and social environment interacts with business development and performance.
  • Use appropriate tools and methods to identify, evaluate, and solve real-world management issues.
  • Work effectively in teams, leveraging your prior experience and skills.
  • Participate in decision-making processes in an efficient and ethical manner.
  • Communicate effectively using appropriate tools and formats.

Career Opportunities

The Master’s in General Management allows you to turn an interest or passion into a potential career or explore new professional horizons. You will be prepared to take on managerial roles in start-ups, companies, multinational organizations, public institutions, government bodies, or non-governmental organizations. Additionally, you can hold management positions aligned with your previous field of study.

Programme structure

The programme spans three semesters. The first two semesters focus on fundamental courses (54 compulsory ECTS) covering various areas of management. The final semester is designed to further develop key skills through the Business Game. Students can also deepen their expertise in a specific area of interest by selecting elective courses, completing an internship, or writing a Master’s thesis. Electives can be chosen from courses offered in other Master’s programmes within the Faculty.

Students also have the opportunity to participate in an exchange programme at a university within the Faculty’s mobility network. By signing a study agreement, students can earn 30 ECTS at a Swiss or foreign university.

The programme can also be completed on a part-time basis.

Key strengths

The courses are taught by professors and specialists from all the institutes within the Faculty of Economics, including finance, economics, information management, human resources, marketing, accounting, and more. The programme provides solid management knowledge and personalized support. Its interdisciplinary nature ensures strong appeal in the job market by addressing the needs of businesses and organizations

Admission conditions

The programme is open to holders of a Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) or Master’s degree awarded by a Swiss university, a Swiss university of applied sciences (HES), or another equivalent qualification. Applications are evaluated by an admissions committee.

Titre délivré

Master of Science in General Management

Crédits

90 ECTS, 3 semesters

Délais d'inscription

April 30 for the autumn semester

Langue(s) d'enseignement

Anglais

Contact

Information
Faculty of Economics and Business
Tel. +41 32 718 15 00


Registration
Bureau des immatriculations
Tel. : +41 32 718 10 00

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