Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education
DURATION
2 up to 4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Request earliest startdate
TUITION FEES
CHF 9,000
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
Program duration: 1 up to 2 academic years, part-time
Program format: Part-time, Online
Program language: English
Degree awarded: Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education
Deadline: no deadline to apply
Location: Online
Starting dates: 6
Program Duration
Part-time students can earn a Postgraduate Certificate 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 to 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 fall, winter, spring, and summer each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal education planning.
Due to the program's flexible structure, multiple starting dates are available throughout the academic year in October, November, January, February, April, and 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 located in the city center of 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 study-abroad periods can join seminar courses taught by visiting professors at several campuses throughout the year.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international private Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education, awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty at the local campuses where credits were earned.
Curriculum
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 and in an intensive seminar format with visiting professors. This offers students flexibility to combine work and studies, fostering inter-campus exchanges and global networking. Additional courses may be available online, with applicable academic policies and conditions.
Program Requirements
| Graduate Courses | 60 credits (if applicable) |
| Courses (Higher Education) | 15 credits / 3 courses |
| 3 courses | 15 credits |
Higher Education Courses
- ACA7002 - Global Perspectives on Teaching and Learning (5)
- ACA7003 - Higher Education Course Design and Preparation (5)
- ACA7004 - Higher Education Teaching and Evaluation (5)
- ACA7101 - Advanced Cases in Higher Education (5)
Admissions
Gallery
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
Scholarships are not available for this program.
Faculty
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 Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education, awarded by the school's headquarters in Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty at the local campuses where credits were earned.
Career Opportunities
Career Preparation & 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 study programs are designed to meet the demands of a wide range of business professions. Students also receive assistance in finding internships and jobs with both local and multinational companies. Additionally, we review students' CVs and provide useful job interview tips.
Dedicated Career Services
With the help of our dedicated career services and online career center, students and alumni receive the career support they need to advance their professional careers.
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, 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 provide 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 have successfully secured roles within government authorities.
Program delivery
Program Duration
Part-time students can earn a Postgraduate Certificate in 1 or 2 academic years, depending on the number of courses attempted 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.
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 and 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. Additional courses may be available online, with additional academic policies and conditions applying.