MSc in Business Administration – Major Public Management
ZHAW School of Management and Law offers this 24-month master's in Winterthur.
What it costs
Plan for roughly €32k–€35k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Winterthur student life.
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What you'll study
90 ECTS over 24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
The Master of Science in Public Management prepares graduates for a versatile career in public administration and state-affiliated enterprises.
Visa & life in Switzerland
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Student Residence Permit B (Aufenthaltsbewilligung). Fee €100 · 8-16 wks processing · ~€2,200/month proof of funds. CHF 21,000-25,000/yr proof of funds. Cantonal variation. Work limited to 15h/week after first 6 months.
- Post-study work
- L Permit — 6-month Job Seeker Permit — 6 months. No employer sponsorship required during the search window. One-time. To convert to B work permit: employer must run labour-market test + quota check (full third-country process).
- Scholarships
- Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships · ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) · EPFL Excellence Fellowships
- English-taught master's
- ~250 English-taught master's; ETH Zurich, EPFL, USI, University of Geneva. Source: swissuniversities.ch.
About ZHAW School of Management and Law
Common questions
Is MSc in Business Administration – Major Public Management at ZHAW School of Management and Law taught in English?
The programme is taught in multiple languages — check the programme page for which parts are in English.
How much does MSc in Business Administration – Major Public Management at ZHAW School of Management and Law cost?
International tuition is €2,562 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €5,124 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at ZHAW School of Management and Law?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Switzerland after graduating?
Post-study work rights in Switzerland depend on your nationality — EU/EEA citizens can work freely, and most EU countries offer a job-search permit for non-EU graduates. Check the national immigration authority for current rules.
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