34 BA Degree Programs in Switzerland

The Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy at the International Institute in Geneva is designed for students who want to build expertise in global affairs and prepare for decision-making careers in global governance, diplomatic services, international organizations, corporate business, and non-profit organizations. Delivered over three years in Geneva, the program combines academic study with strong international exposure, taking advantage of the city’s unique position as a global hub for diplomacy and multilateral institutions.

A major in Media Studies will provide you with essential skills in oral, visual and written communications. You will gain proficiency in critical thinking and social media, some of the top skills that employers seek in any career field. The program balances practical media skills with a solid academic path.

With this bachelor’s degree, students will get an in-depth and practical understanding of hospitality management; quality of service; event and conference planning; and sustainability as it applies to tourism. The overview of these key business areas ensures that students gain a deep understanding of the industry. Case studies allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios and find appropriate solutions.

Many of the courses that make up the Finance and Economics majors are taught across the global Webster network of campuses, and all business majors are encouraged to consider a Study Abroad experience. This gives students the opportunity to gain a truly global perspective while advancing toward graduation with their major course requirements.

International sponsorship and corporate competition have transformed sports into a multibillion-euro industry. International sports have set trends and redefined boundaries in international politics and cross-cultural communication, as well as trademark rights and financial models. This field requires professionals with specific sports management skills combined with deep business and financial understanding. Students acquire specific skills to meet the challenges of this competitive environment through courses in negotiation, sponsorship, and broadcasting, among others. Students may choose to study either the six-semester program (option 1) with 210 ECTS or the seven-semester program (option 2) with 240 ECTS.

Digitalization is continually expanding horizons. In addition to startups and new ventures, established businesses are also going digital to appeal to new generations and adapt to modern technologies. They all need entrepreneurial innovators who can come up with creative solutions that are also practical and applicable. Through this program, young business leaders will develop the skills, adaptability, and curiosity not just to keep up with evolution, but also to think ahead and drive change.

Our International Relations department in Geneva gives students exposure to the driving forces of contemporary politics, the geopolitical history that created our modern world, the analytical skills and critical theories of political science needed to understand these dynamics — as well as unparalleled access to witness international diplomacy in action.

This program combines a global international relations outlook with the practical skills of business thinking. As corporations expand and blur national boundaries, they operate in a more complex landscape. This specialization provides a solid knowledge of the global economic environment recognizing politics, cross-cultural values, and ethics as key components. Students who complete this program are trained to apply a global mindset to conflict management and resolution while considering growth and the bottom line.

Philosophy is different from other disciplines: it doesn't just teach you what to think, but also how to think. Studying philosophy is essential for developing critical and analytical thinking skills, learning to argue, and acquiring skills in written and oral communication. For this reason, philosophy graduates are highly appreciated on the job market.

The study in the Bachelor's degree in Scientific Visualization conveys the conceptual, creative and methodological foundations for the contemporary communication of scientific content: the appropriation of realistic-illusionistic presentation techniques, the use of different media such as interaction, e-learning, 3D animation and virtual reality and cooperation with science.

As part of the undergraduate bachelor’s course, the learning outcomes are intended in the area of artistic and professional ability, the ability to engage in civic engagement and personal development.

Online BA Business Management provides you with a contemporary in-depth understanding of managing organisations’ and offers you opportunities to develop expertise in a chosen specialist management area.

The Bachelor's degree in Marketing & Digital Media provides you with application-oriented knowledge and qualifies you as an expert in digital media in marketing practice. Media competence, strong communication skills, and entrepreneurial thinking: the part-time course “Marketing & Digital Media” prepares you specifically for a responsible position as a specialist in multimedia marketing. A special focus is on the new media and the development of marketing campaigns in digital media (e.g. social media marketing, etc.).

The study of economics (Major VWL) helps you to understand the global social and economic challenges: Globalisation, financial crisis, unemployment or old-age provision. The flexible study programme offers you the opportunity to set your own focal points according to your personal interests. We attach great importance to your personal development and with a major in economics you will acquire a broad range of knowledge and skills that you can optimally use as an economic generalist.