Facts & Figures
The strong practical orientation and the highly qualified education and training enable students to combine work and study in the best possible way and to apply what they have learned directly within their own organisations.
With around 3,000 students and 800 lecturers from professional practice, HWZ is Switzerland’s largest university offering exclusively part-time degree programmes in business. It offers a broad portfolio of Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes, as well as more than 150 diploma and certificate programmes, more than 100 seminars, the option to pursue a doctorate, and tailored corporate training. HWZ is institutionally accredited by the Swiss Accreditation Council.
HWZ at a glance
Institutionally accredited by the Swiss Accreditation Council
Private and independent university
Complete offering: bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and other programmes
International academic network and industry partners
Studying alongside your career: practical experience of students and lecturers
Over 800 staff members (including teaching staff)
Active alumni association with around 3,300 members
The complete range of programmes at HWZ
The ongoing development of personal and professional skills is now an integral part of working life. HWZ supports you at every stage of your career with the right education and further training programmes:
Bachelor’s degrees and master’s programmes as a solid foundation for your career
Diploma and certificate programmes (DAS/CAS) for acquiring additional qualifications in a specialist field
MAS and EMBA programmes for the advancement of professional qualifications and personal competencies
SAS and seminars for experienced executives
Corporate Training and In-House Courses
7 reasons to choose HWZ
HWZ degrees are highly valued by employers. Thanks to the state-recognized programs, HWZ graduates are well positioned in the job market.
An employer-friendly schedule allows for up to 100 percent employment, ensuring optimal compatibility of studies with both professional and personal life.
What you learn can be applied during your studies, ensuring optimal transfer of expertise to your organisation. Typically, there are 24 people in a group. Classroom teaching encourages lively exchange of knowledge. HWZ students have dedicated contacts who know them from their very first day.
Our lecturers are recognised, experienced experts from business practice, as well as from academia, public administration and NGOs.
HWZ offers interactive learning formats such as case studies, blended learning, e-learning, hybrid events and many more.
HWZ has strong national and international partnerships. Collaboration with renowned and highly competent partners ensures an outstanding standard in both undergraduate and continuing education, as well as a constant flow of new practical insights into teaching.
HWZ is located in the vibrant Europaallee district, right next to Zurich main station, in the modern “Sihlhof” building.