Business Administration / MBA Programs in Switzerland

Business School Lausanne:
Founded in 1987, Business School Lausanne is a leading innovator in higher business education for entrepreneurs, and is located in Lausanne, Switzerland (in central Europe), just 40 minutes, by car or train from Geneva and its international airport. With more than two decades of experience in providing quality business education, Business School Lausanne’s proven degree programs continue to prepare tomorrow’s leaders for business success.

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The school’s ACBSP accredited degree programs include BBA, pre-MBA, Full-time and Flex-MBA, Executive MBA and DBA. By combining theory with practice, BSL ensures that graduates are equipped with the skills necessary to visualize solutions to complex challenges. BSL students are immersed in a proactive, strategic, and pragmatic approach to business. BSL’s overall objective is to equip students to be tomorrow’s leaders, those responsible for formulating AND executing the plans.

BSL offers BBA, pre-MBA, Full-time and Flex-MBA, Executive MBA and DBA programs. The BBA at BSL is an accelerated full-time, 2 year degree program. The BSL MBA and Executive MBA follow a modular format, which allows flexibility for students. MBA full-time programs are completed in 1 year, and part-time programs between 1.5 and 2 years. The BSL DBA is awarded on the basis of a thesis written under the guidance of a senior faculty member. English is the language of instruction at BSL.

Classes at BSL focus on active learning, engaging students directly in the learning process. This means that instead of simply receiving information verbally and visually, students are required to participate and interact. BSL faculty encourages the shy to stand behind great ideas and teaches the extroverted to choose their words wisely if they want others to follow what they are saying. Students in every course are judged on both how much they said, and on how valuable their contribution was to the discussion. Assessment based on the ability to constructively participate is part of business life, and a part of the formation for business success found at BSL.

The pragmatic method works. Students leave BSL as professional executives able to make an immediate contribution to business success. BSL graduates make an impact on business by excelling to top management positions and beyond, with many carrying out a vision to create their own businesses. Those finishing BSL programs confirm to find fulfillment in their professional endeavors.

Adapting to the needs of a rapidly changing business environment, BSL regularly evaluates and evolves its degree programs based on their effectiveness. BSL’s quality and commitment to excellence have been widely recognized. In 1996 BSL became the first business school in Europe to be accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). BSL also provides something others cannot: the Swiss Association for Quality and Management Systems (SQS) has awarded BSL with ISO 9001 certification. The ISO standards are recognized worldwide as THE standards by which industries prove the consistency and quality of their output. 

In addition, BSL is the first business school in Switzerland to offer students an opportunity to attain membership to the prestigious international honor society, Delta Mu Delta. Combined, ACBSP accreditation, ISO 9001 certification and Delta Mu Delta membership add significant value to BSL degrees.

Business School Lausanne is located in Switzerland, an ideal place to begin a learning experience that will lead to business success. The banking and commercial infrastructure of Switzerland is known and respected throughout the world. Many companies have chosen the country as the site for their headquarters, and these companies are always looking for dynamic, young people to join their international teams. Switzerland’s reputation for stability and tolerance comes not only from the fact that it is the center for world organizations such as the World Health Organization, International Labour Organization, and World Trade Organization, but from the attitude of the Swiss people. Switzerland provides an environment where everyone can feel safe; allowing you to study without having to worry about strikes, civil unrest, or discrimination.

On the shores of Lake Leman, Lausanne offers spectacular views of the mountains. The historic city center is a busy pedestrian shopping zone, filled with cultural activities, art galleries and museums. Home to the International Olympic Committee, Lausanne has extensive local sporting and recreational facilities. And, some of the best skiing in Europe is less than one hour away. Whatever your interests, you will certainly find plenty to do in Lausanne—if you have time during your studies!