Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Zürich, Switzerland
DURATION
6 up to 12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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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 doubles the duration of the full-time program. The more flexible the working hours, the more courses can be completed 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 from multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer of each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal planning of further education.
Thanks to the program's flexible structure, 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 enables a continuous study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Postgraduate students can study abroad at 6 of our 9 global campuses located in Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Madrid, Tokyo, and Zurich.
All campuses are centrally located in the city center of exciting destinations. Students are encouraged to transfer between campuses for one or more quarters, but they may also choose a single campus as their destination. For those preferring shorter periods abroad, seminar courses taught by visiting professors are available at several campuses throughout the academic year.
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 in 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, 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 receive extra 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 apply their skills and knowledge 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.
Admissions
Rankings
UIBS has been ranked in Tier One of the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings 2024, placing among the top programs in Europe. Our Online MBA holds the #14 position worldwide, reflecting its excellence in digital learning. Additionally, UIBS is featured in the 2024 Global DBA Listing, reinforcing our leadership in doctoral business education. We are also proud to be recognized by QS Stars for our outstanding performance in teaching, online learning, business studies, and employability, underscoring our commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
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 at the local campuses where credits were earned.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Career Preparation & Job Placement
Our Careers Department supports 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 in finding attractive internships and jobs with both local and multinational companies and organizations. In addition, we 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 receive 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. The online career center provides 24/7 access to the latest job offers, internship opportunities, and 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 diverse industries. It is important to note that our programs do not aim for access to regulated professions or government employment. While access to government positions may be limited due to the private nature of our degrees, several alumni do work for government authorities in various roles.
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 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
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.