Programme overview
Course structure
This programme expands over three semesters:
- The first two semesters cover fundamental courses in core management disciplines (54 compulsory ECTS)
- The last semester aims to further develop management skills. It includes a business game that integrates previous acquired knowledge and enhances strategic thinking and decision making
During the programme, students can choose elective courses from a list and/or an internship to further deepen their knowledge in a specific field of their interest. Students can also participate on exchange programmes at a university belonging to the network of the Faculty of Economics and Business. Subject to a learning agreement, each student may validate up to 30 ECTS in a university in Switzerland or abroad
Skills acquired
By the end of the programme, students will be able to:
- Analyse how the political, economic and social environment impacts the development and performance of firms
- Use appropriate tools and methods to identify, evaluate and solve real-life business problems
- Participate in the decision-making process in a critical and ethical way
- Work effectively with others, capitalizing on their different thinking, experience, and skills
- Communicate ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
Frequently asked questions
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Is it possible to follow this master while keeping a professional activity in parallel?
The programme is designed to be optimally followed in 3 semesters and full-time, the rules though allow an organisation of the studies up to a maximum of 6 semesters. If you provide a work contract, you could sign a learning agreement allowing for an extension to 8 semesters. For further information on this option, please contact the student advisor.
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Does the programme start also in the spring?
No, there is only one intake per year and the programmes starts in September.
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In what language are the courses?
Courses are taught either in English or in French. The title of the course is written in the teaching language.
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Can I choose to follow the programme in English or in French?
No. Courses are in one of the two languages.
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Is knowledge of English and French necessary for this programme?
Yes, a good command of both languages is necessary (B2 level).
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Are there courses and exams on Saturdays?
No, in principle there are not. Courses run from Monday till Friday. Exceptionally, it could be that a seminar or block course is organised that extends till Saturday.
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Can I follow elective courses from the first semester?
In principle not. Elective courses presuppose knowledge in economics that lack during the first semester.
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Can I follow elective courses from other Master programmes of the Faculty of Economics and Business?
Yes, if the prerequisites are respected and with the approval of the director of the Master.
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Can I take the evaluations in French for a course in English?
The MScGeM presupposes knowledge of English. The evaluations in French for a course in English must be approved by the professor.
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Is it possible to leave on mobility during the 2nd or 3rd semester?
It is possible and mostly recommended to go during the 3rd semester.
