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13 Best Business & Management Master's Universities in Switzerland 2026

This ranks Business & Management master’s degrees in Switzerland for 2026. It is for applicants comparing public universities and programme options before applying from abroad.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

13 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
1
UZ University of Zurich logo

University of Zurich

Zurich, Switzerland · Public University

★ 67 QS World #91 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CHF 1,500/yr
Founded
1833
2
HS University of St. Gallen logo

University of St. Gallen

St. Gallen, Switzerland · Public University

★ 53 QS World #435 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CHF 2,500 – CHF 3,500/yr
Founded
1898
3
EU European University logo

European University

Switzerland · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
—
Founded
—
11
UL Universität Luzern logo

Universität Luzern

Switzerland · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
—
Founded
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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Master's Business & Management?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Zurich, University of St. Gallen, European University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Business & Management cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Business & Management abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Business & Management at Master's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Business & Management at Master's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A master’s in Business & Management is a postgraduate degree for applicants who already hold a first degree and want advanced study in management, business analysis, or a related specialism. It suits people aiming for roles that need deeper subject knowledge, or for study before moving into more focused professional work.

All four institutions are public. One is in Zurich, while the others are in different parts of Switzerland, so the choice is partly between a big-city setting and smaller-town study. Tuition is published for one provider at CHF 1,500 minimum, while the other three do not have tuition published in the facts, so confirm the full fee with each university before deciding.

Before applying, verify the exact programme title, total tuition, language of instruction, start date, and any application documents required for your chosen option. Also confirm whether the degree structure, campus location, and admission criteria match your background, because those details are not provided for every institution.