United School for Liberal Studies
Postgraduate Diploma in Communications Studies
Postgraduate Diploma
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
CHF 18,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus, Blended
* price may be different based on location
Key Summary
Program duration: 1 up to 2 academic years, part-time
Program format: Part-time, On-campus, Online, Hybrid
Program language: English
Degree awarded: Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies
Deadline: no deadline to apply
Location: Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Tokyo, Zurich
Starting dates: 6
Program Duration
Part-time students can earn a Postgraduate Diploma in 1 or 2 academic years, depending on the number of courses taken per quarter, course selection, and planning. All Postgraduate students are considered part-time. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.
Kick-start your studies up to 6 times per year
Students can choose from multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer. Our modular course design allows for optimal education planning. Starting dates are available in October, November, January, February, April, or May.
Study Destinations
Students can transfer between campuses on a quarterly basis with guaranteed program compatibility. Our quarter-based academic calendar supports a continuous study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Postgraduate students can study at 6 of our 9 global campus locations: Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Madrid, Tokyo, and Zurich. All campuses are centrally located in exciting cities. Students may transfer between campuses for one or more quarters or choose a single campus for their program. Those preferring shorter stays abroad can join seminar courses taught by visiting professors at various campuses throughout the academic year.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion, students receive an international Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies, awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty at the campuses where credits were earned.
Teaching Schedule
Courses are scheduled across main and branch campuses from Monday to Saturday, between 8:30 and 18:30, typically in 3-hour sessions in an intensive seminar format with visiting professors. This schedule provides students the flexibility to combine work and studies while fostering inter-campus exchanges and global networking.
For details on seminar course availability, refer to the course planning. Additional courses may be available online, subject to academic policies and conditions.
Program Requirements
| Courses | European Credits (EC) | |
|---|---|---|
| Courses from the Communication Studies cluster | 3 | 15 |
| Electives | 3 | 15 |
| Total | 6 | 30 |
DBA courses
- ACA7001 - Applied Research Techniques (5)
- BUS7001 - Corporate Social Responsibility (5)
- BUS7002 - Global Business Development (5)
- BUS7102 - Advanced Cases in Global Business (5)
- COM7002 - Corporate Communication Strategies (5)
- ECO7001 - Advanced International Economics (5)
- HUM7001 - Advanced Organizational Behavior (5)
- HUM7003 - Global Leadership Styles (5)
- INF7001 - Management Information Systems (5)
- INT8801 - Postgraduate Dissertation Proposal (5)
- INT8802 - Postgraduate Dissertation (10)
- MAN7001 - Strategic Decision-making (5)
- QUA7001 - Quantitative Research Methods (5)
ECLS-specific courses
- ACA7001 - Applied Research Techniques (5)
- CUL7001 - Applied Cultural Theories (5)
- HUM7002 - Advanced Psychology (5)
- INT8801 - Postgraduate Dissertation Proposal (5)
- INT8802 - Postgraduate Dissertation (10)
- MAN7105 - Advanced Cases in Global Management (5)
- QUA7001 - Quantitative Research Methods (5)
- SOC7001 - Advanced Sociology (5)
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UIBS Quality: Accreditations & Global Rankings
United International Business School (UIBS) is dedicated to academic excellence, holding prestigious international accreditations and consistently ranking as a top-tier business school.
Programmatic Accreditations
Our business programs meet rigorous global standards, ensuring your degree is recognized worldwide:
- ACBSP Accredited: Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (USA).
- ECBE Accredited: Accredited by the European Council for Business Education (Europe).
Quality Certifications
- eduQua Certified: Our Zurich and Geneva campuses hold the Swiss quality label for further education.
- ISO 9001:2015: Certified for high-standard Quality Management Systems.
Global Rankings (CEO Magazine)
UIBS is recognized as a leader in business education:
- Tier One European MBA Program.
- Top-ranked Global Online MBA.
- Premier Global Executive MBA.
Academic Memberships
We are proud members of leading educational associations, including AACSB, EFMD, and CEEMAN.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies, awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty at the local campuses where credits were earned.
Career Preparation and Job Placement
Our Careers Department supports students in planning their career paths by:
- Organizing career seminars
- Offering opportunities to meet with business professionals interested in recruiting
- Maintaining job and internship listings on our Careers Portal
Our programs are designed to meet the demands of various business professions. Students are assisted in finding internships and jobs with local and multinational companies and organizations. Additionally, we review students' CVs and offer tips for job interviews.
Dedicated Career Services
With support from our dedicated career services and online career center, students and alumni receive the career support they need to launch their professional careers.
Our career department organizes career seminars and guest speaker events quarterly. The online career center provides 24/7 access to the latest job offers, internship opportunities, and a wide range of videos and articles with helpful tips and advice.
Professional Career Perspectives
Our professional study programs prepare students for a wide range of professions across various industries. It is important to note that our programs do not aim for access to regulated professions or government employment. While access to government roles may be limited due to the private nature of our degrees, several alumni have secured positions with government authorities.
Program Duration
Part-time students can earn a Postgraduate Diploma in 1 or 2 academic years, depending on the number of courses taken per quarter, course selection, and planning. All Postgraduate students are considered part-time. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.