Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Zürich, Switzerland
DURATION
6 up to 12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
CHF 8,400 *
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, On-Campus
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Introduction
Program duration: 6 to 12 months
Program format: Part-time
Program language: English
Degree awarded: Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Deadline: no deadline to apply
Program duration
Part-time students can earn a Graduate Diploma in 6 to 12 months, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection and the course planning; completing half the typical number of courses equals twice the duration of the full-time program. The more flexible the working hours, the more courses will be available to finish faster. Students are considered part-time while attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.
Kick-start your studies up to 6 times per year
Students can choose between multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer of each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal further education planning.
Because of the program's flexible structure and modular design, multiple starting dates are available throughout the academic year in October, November, January, February, April, or May.
Study destinations
Students can transfer between campuses on a quarterly basis with guaranteed program compatibility. Our quarter-based academic calendar allows for a continuous study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Postgraduate students can study abroad in 6 of our 9 global campus locations in Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Madrid, Tokyo, and Zurich.
Our campuses are all located in the city center of several exciting destinations. Students are encouraged to transfer between campuses for one or more quarters, but may also choose a single campus as their destination of choice. Students who prefer shorter periods abroad can join our seminar courses taught by visiting professors at several of our campuses throughout the academic year.
Learn more about our Graduate Diploma in Business Administration:
- Visit us on-campus
- Join a trial class
- Schedule an individual (virtual) appointment
- Join a local campus info session: upcoming info sessions – United International Businessupcoming info sessions – United International Business Schools (UIBS) Schools (UIBS)
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Curriculum
Teaching schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including daytime courses between 8.30 and 18.30, seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days, online courses available 24/7, and at certain campuses also evening courses from 19.00 to 22.00 and weekend courses on Saturdays, or any combination of a blended format. Courses are typically scheduled in sessions of 3 hours each.
Program requirements
| Courses | European Credits (EC) | |
| Courses from the Financial Management Cluster | 2 | 4 |
| Courses from the Marketing Management Cluster | 2 | 4 |
| Courses from the Human Resource Management Cluster | 2 | 4 |
| Courses from the Supply Chain Management Cluster | 2 | 4 |
| Business Skills Courses | 2 | 4 |
| Electives | 2 | 4 |
| Total | 12 | 24 |
Study Abroad Option
The Study Abroad option allows students to transfer for one or more quarters to another campus without experiencing program interruptions or extensions. Courses and programs remain fully compatible across all campuses, however, not all specializations are available at all campuses.
Students who prefer shorter study abroad experiences can join seminar courses taught by visiting professors at any of our campuses instead, of one or more times during the program.
Private Tutoring and Private Coaching
The Private Tutoring and Private Coaching options allow students to schedule additional one-on-one sessions with professors or study coaches to catch up on missed contact hours or to receive additional academic support. Sessions are charged per hour and take place on campus at a time that is convenient for both the student and the professor or coach.
Internship Option
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.
Ideal Students
Admissions
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international Graduate Diploma in Business Administration awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Career preparation and job placement
Our Careers Department supports our students in planning their career paths by:
- organizing several career seminars
- offering the possibility of meeting with business professionals interested in recruiting
- maintaining job and internship listings on our Careers Portal.
Our study programs are designed to meet the demands of a broad range of business professions. Students are also assisted with finding attractive internships and jobs with local as well as multinational companies and organizations. In addition, we also review our students' CVs and provide useful tips for job interviews.
Dedicated career services
With the help of our dedicated career services and our online career center, students and alumni get the career support they need to help their professional careers take off.
Our dedicated career department organizes relevant career seminars and guest speaker events on a quarterly basis, and our online career center provides 24/7 access to the latest job offers and internship opportunities and to a wide range of videos and articles with helpful tips and advice.
Professional career perspectives
Our professional study programs prepare students for a wide range of professions across a wide range of industries. Important to note is that our programs do not aim for access to regulated professions or government employment. While access to government employees may be limited because of the private nature of our degrees, several alumni do work for government authorities in a number of positions.
Facilities
Program delivery
Program duration
Part-time students can earn a Graduate Diploma in 6 to 12 months, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection and the course planning; completing half the typical number of courses equals twice the duration of the full-time program. The more flexible the working hours, the more courses will be available to finish faster. Students are considered part-time while attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.
Teaching schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including daytime courses between 8.30 and 18.30, seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days, online courses available 24/7, and at certain campuses also evening courses from 19.00 to 22.00 and weekend courses on Saturdays, or any combination of a blended format. Courses are typically scheduled in sessions of 3 hours each.
Program Admission Requirements
Show your commitment and readiness for Grad school by taking the GRE - the most broadly accepted exam for graduate programs internationally.