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University of Zurich Faculty of Economics Master of Arts (MA) in Management and Economics
University of Zurich Faculty of Economics

University of Zurich Faculty of Economics

Master of Arts (MA) in Management and Economics

Zürich, Switzerland

MA

2 years

Full time, Part time

Feb 2026

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Arts (MA) in Management and Economics focuses on developing critical skills necessary for effective management within various economic contexts. This program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application to prepare students for significant roles in competitive environments. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers essential management strategies and economic principles.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in diverse fields including business consultancy, economic analysis, and project management. Potential roles include management analyst, marketing manager, and policy advisor, enabling graduates to impact organizations and economies positively.

Today’s modern business world is a rapidly changing management environment. Globalisation is forcing enterprises to adapt in new ways. Interactions between business problems and macroeconomic market conditions are intensifying. In order to handle these challenges, managers need universally applicable skills and interdisciplinary economics insights. The Master’s Degree in Management and Economics is an opportunity to acquire this essential foundation.

Key features

World-class faculty: The MA in Management and Economics is privileged to draw on an outstanding faculty in economics, business and empirical methods. The University of Zurich’s Economics Department ranks first in the German speaking regions and is among the top worldwide.

Innovative, quality-driven program: We are a research-oriented institution that combines theory with a strong focus on cutting edge empirical methods. Our unique, multidisciplinary program meets the highest quality standards and prepares students for a wide variety of career opportunities in multinational organizations, economic institutions, and academia, among others.

International outlook: The Master of Arts in Management and Economics responds to the growing business need of internationally groomed talent and equips students with the tools to handle the complex demands of an increasingly globalized economy. Our professors bring to the classroom a wealth of international experience. Students, too, come from a variety of countries. A large part of the Master progam is taught in English. German language skills are not a requirement.

Competitive Fees: There are no separate fees for the Master program. Students only pay the bi-yearly tuition fee of 700CHF that all students enrolled at the University of Zurich are subject to.

Admission: Admission to the MA is based on the successful completion of a Bachelor degree in Business or Economics.

The city of Zurich: For years, Zurich has ranked among the cities in the world with the highest quality of living. The city offers a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational activities and an excellent network of public transport. Zurich is an international city with agreeable size (population of 340.000) and easy to get to know. Zurich is an enjoyable place to get your Master. Its large university community and the specialization in economic research have made it a major European knowledge center.