Course Types and Degrees
Continuing education programs are standardized across all Swiss universities. Programs differ in duration and scope of study, and in the learning services provided to students; i.e. in the number of learning credits according to ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System).
The following types of programs are available:
- Master of Business Administration
(MBA, four to six semesters, at least 60 ECTS credits, part-time for professionals)
- Master of Advanced Studies
(MAS, four to six semesters, at least 60 ECTS credits, part-time for professionals)
- Diploma of Advanced Studies
(DAS, two to four semesters, at least 30 ECTS credits, part-time for professionals)
- Certificate of Advanced Studies
(CAS, one to two semesters, at least 10 ECTS credits, part-time for professionals)
