Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education
United International Business School
Key Information
Campus location
Zürich, Switzerland
Languages
English
Study format
Blended, On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
CHF 18,000
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* our Admissions Department applies a rolling admissions process and does not set deadlines to submit applications; only in case of student visa is required do we recommend applying 1-3 months prior to the intended starting date
Introduction
Program duration: 1 up to 2 academic years, part-time
Program format: Part-time, Online
Program language: English
Degree awarded: Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education
Deadline: no deadline to apply
Program duration
Part-time students can earn a Postgraduate Certificate in 1 or 2 academic years, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection, and the course planning. All Postgraduate students are considered part-time. 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 Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education:
- 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)
Join one of our upcoming Postgraduate/Doctor program webinars to learn more about our Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education!
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Curriculum
Teaching schedule
Courses are scheduled across main and branch campuses from Monday to Saturday between 8:30 and 18:30, typically in sessions of 3 hours each and in an intensive seminar format with visiting professors, providing students the flexibility to combine work and studies, and fostering inter-campus exchanges and global networking. Refer to the course planning for further details on the availability of seminar courses. Additional courses may be available online; additional academic policies and conditions will apply.
Program requirements
| Graduate Courses | 60 credits (if applicable) |
| Courses (Higher Education) | 15 credits / 3 courses |
| 3 courses | 15 credits |
Higher Education courses
- ACA7002 - Global Perspectives on Teaching and Learning (5)
- ACA7003 - Higher Education Course Design and Preparation (5)
- ACA7004 - Higher Education Teaching and Evaluation (5)
- ACA7101 - Advanced Cases in Higher Education (5)
Ideal Students
Admissions
Program Tuition Fee
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education awarded by the school's HQ in Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned. Learn more about the school's academic degrees and accreditation.
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 Postgraduate Certificate in 1 or 2 academic years, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection, and the course planning. All Postgraduate students are considered part-time. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.
Teaching schedule
Courses are scheduled across main and branch campuses from Monday to Saturday between 8:30 and 18:30, typically in sessions of 3 hours each and in an intensive seminar format with visiting professors, providing students the flexibility to combine work and studies, and fostering inter-campus exchanges and global networking. Refer to the course planning for further details on the availability of seminar courses. Additional courses may be available online; additional academic policies and conditions will apply.