International Institute in Geneva
Master of Business Administration (MBA) (European & US accreditations)
Geneva, Switzerland
MBA
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
05 Dec 2025*
EARLIEST START DATE
02 Feb 2026
TUITION FEES
CHF 36,400 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
* late application: please contact master@iig.ch
** application fee: 150 CHF
Key Summary
Be prepared to become a top manager specializing in business administration, in multinationals, international organizations, and governments.
Designed for careers in Business Management.
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for professionals interested in pursuing a career in business management. The MBA provides a comprehensive introduction to today’s global business environment: what are the key challenges facing companies? How are businesses successful at an international level? Why are business ethics and social responsibility crucial?
Key Benefits
- Learning in a dynamic environment in Switzerland with a multicultural student body and faculty with “real world” experience
- Providing practical skills to advance personal and professional goals
- Exploring the latest business theories and practices
- Gaining insight into global businesses, their management, and operations
Program Details
In addition to core business courses with a focus on quantitative problem solving, the MBA trains young professionals to be future top managers with courses in theory and practice: operations and project management, leadership and organizational behavior, global entrepreneurship and venture initiation, strategic financial management, and corporate social responsibility.
The Master of Business Administration is comprised of 9 courses taken over one year.
Year 1
1st Trimester
- ECO 610 – Global Economics & Development
- MGT 657 – ALogistics & Project Management
- TEC 610 – Introduction to Big Data Analysis
- FIN 625 – Financial Reporting and Analysis
2nd Trimester
- MGT 620 – Change Management & ESG
- MKG 610 – Global Marketing in the Digital World
- FIN 645 – Corporate Finance & Risk Management
- MGT 630 – Turning Idea to Success
3rd Trimester
- BUS 698 – Corporate Strategy (Capstone Course)
MBA graduates have gone on to executive positions in multinationals, family businesses, international organizations and governments.
You have access to a Career Counselor who provides one-on-one career advising, job search support, and coaching.
Ranked among the top ten universities in Switzerland, the International Institute in Geneva (IUG) is an accredited academic institution specializing in business education.
The Institute offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Business Administration, International Relations, Media and Communication, and International Trade. The curriculum features a unique combination of theoretical and practical instruction, with a particular focus on international business practices. The international exchange program offers an opportunity for students to study at renowned universities worldwide.
Located in Geneva, Switzerland, at the center of Europe and a hub for international politics and business, the campus is close to the airport and about 5 km from the city center. The IUG has students representing over 60 nationalities providing a truly multicultural setting.
Each year the Institute awards a limited number of scholarships. The selection criteria are based on past academic performance (GPA) and financial needs. Interested applicants should send a request letter together with the application material.