United International Business School
Graduate Diploma in Human Resource ManagementZürich, Switzerland
DURATION
9 up to 12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
CHF 8,400 *
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, On-Campus
* price may be different based on location
Key Summary
Introduction
Program duration: 9 to 12 months
Program format: Part-time
Program language: English
Degree awarded: Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
Deadline: no deadline to apply
Program Duration
Part-time students can complete this Graduate Diploma program in 9 to 12 months, depending on the number of courses, selection, and planning. Students are considered part-time when attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit. Alternatively, part-time studies can be combined with online courses.
Kick-start your studies up to 6 times per year
Students can choose from multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer of each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal further education planning.
Thanks to the program's flexible structure, starting dates are available throughout the academic year 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 allows for a continuous study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Postgraduate students can study abroad at 6 of our 9 global campus locations: Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Madrid, Tokyo, and Zurich.
Our campuses are centrally located in the city center of several exciting destinations. Students are encouraged to transfer between campuses for one or more quarters but may also choose a single campus as their destination. Students preferring shorter stays abroad can join our seminar courses with visiting professors at various campuses throughout the academic year.
Curriculum
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including:
- Daytime courses (8:30–18:30)
- Seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days
- Online courses (24/7)
- Evening courses (19:00–22:00) and weekend courses (Saturdays) at select campuses
- Any combination in a blended format
Courses are typically scheduled in 3-hour sessions.
Program Requirements
| Courses | European Credits (EC) | |
| Courses from the Human Resource Management Cluster | 6 | 12 |
| Electives | 6 | 12 |
| Total | 12 | 24 |
Courses in Human Resource Management
- HUM5001 - Compensation Strategy and Systems (2)
- HUM5002 - International Labor Relations (2)
- HUM5003 - Leadership and Management (2)
- HUM5004 - Personnel Performance Management (2)
- HUM5005 - Personnel Planning and Work Design (2)
- HUM5006 - Personnel Recruitment and Selection (2)
- HUM5007 - Personnel Training and Development (2)
- HUM5101 - Comprehensive Cases in Human Resource Management (2)
- HUM5201 - Graduate Research Project in Human Resource Management (2)
- INT6711 - Graduate Capstone Project in Human Resource Management (4)
- INT6811 - Graduate Thesis in Human Resource Management (8)
- MAN5003 - Change Management (2)
- MAN5005 - Knowledge Management (2)
- MAN5006 - Managing Across Cultures (2)
Admissions
Rankings
UIBS has been ranked in Tier One of the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings 2024, placing among the top programs in Europe. Our Online MBA holds the #14 position worldwide, reflecting its excellence in digital learning. Additionally, UIBS is featured in the 2024 Global DBA Listing, reinforcing our leadership in doctoral business education. We are also proud to be recognized by QS Stars for our outstanding performance in teaching, online learning, business studies, and employability, underscoring our commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management awarded by the school's HQ in Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty at the local campuses where credits were earned.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Career Preparation & Job Placement
Our Careers Department supports students in planning their career paths by:
- Organizing career seminars
- Offering meetings with business professionals interested in recruiting
- Maintaining job and internship listings on our Careers Portal
Our study programs are designed to meet the demands of a broad range of business professions. Students are also assisted in finding attractive internships and jobs with both local and multinational companies. Additionally, we review students' CVs and provide useful tips for job interviews.
Dedicated Career Services
With the help of our dedicated career services and our online career center, students and alumni receive the career support they need to help their professional careers take off.
Our career department organizes relevant career seminars and guest speaker events on a quarterly basis, while our online career center provides 24/7 access to the latest job offers and internship opportunities, along with a wide range of videos and articles featuring 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 positions may be limited due to the private nature of our degrees, several alumni do work for government authorities in various positions.
Student Testimonials
Program delivery
Program Duration
Part-time students can complete this Graduate Diploma program in 9 to 12 months, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection, and course planning. Students are considered part-time when attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit. Alternatively, part-time studies can be combined with online courses.
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including:
- Daytime courses between 8.30 and 18.30
- Seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days
- Online courses available 24/7
- At certain campuses, evening courses from 19.00 to 22.00 and weekend courses on Saturdays
- Blended format combining any of the above
Courses are typically scheduled in 3-hour sessions.