Executive education

HWZ offers part-time continuing education programmes for specialists and managers. Through CAS programmes, seminars and thematically structured continuing education formats, the university supports working professionals in developing their skills in a targeted way and applying them in their day-to-day work. These programmes are practice-oriented, academically grounded and aligned with the needs of the modern economy. Thanks to the part-time study model, continuing education can be combined effectively with work and private life.

Continuing education along central thematic areas

HWZ’s continuing education offerings are structured along central economic themes. These include, among others, Management & Leadership, Banking & Finance, Marketing, Data Science, Transformation, Human Resources, Communication and other specialized fields.

This thematic structure makes it easier to navigate and allows you to select further training courses specifically according to your professional focus. Each topic page provides a content overview and an overview of the related CAS and seminars.

Personal university – individual advice on choosing a course

Choosing the right further education is a personal decision. HWZ sees itself as a personal university and supports you in selecting the course of study that fits your professional situation, your goals and your background of experience.

In a personal exchange, we will work together to determine which content, formats, and qualifications are suitable for you. Our advice will help you to navigate the range of continuing education and training options and make informed decisions about your next step in continuing education.

Why attend a further education course at HWZ?

HWZ offers further education courses that are consistently geared to the needs of working professionals. The central features of the further education programs are:

  • Practical relevance:Content is oriented towards real-world questions from business and management

  • Experienced lecturers:Teachers with solid practical and leadership experience

  • Part-time study model:Continuing education can be reconciled with work and private life

  • Central location:The HWZ is located in the immediate vicinity of Zurich Main Station

  • Personal college:Manageable groups and direct exchange with lecturers and program directors

These conditions create a learning environment that combines in-depth knowledge and immediate applicability.