About us

HWZ University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration focuses exclusively on part-time business education in Switzerland. Designed for working professionals, HWZ combines academic rigour with practical relevance and close links to industry. With around 3,000 students and over 800 lecturers with industry experience, HWZ encourages an entrepreneurial mindset and supports graduates in taking on leadership responsibilities in a dynamic business environment. Its portfolio includes bachelor’s and master’s programmes, executive diplomas and certificates, short courses, doctoral pathways and tailored corporate education solutions. Institutional accreditation by the Swiss Accreditation Council confirms HWZ’s alignment with national quality standards and its commitment to continuous improvement.

We are proud of our students and graduates

Since 1986, HWZ has been fully focused on part-time education and training in the field of business. This is where we can give our best every day – with lecturers who are strongly oriented towards practical experience.  At HWZ, students benefit from:

  • practice-oriented teaching by lecturers from the practice

  • small study groups in both initial and continuing education

  • personal care

  • a large network

  • topics at the pulse of the time

Find your education or further education on our study offer.