Master in Management

A unique Master in Management in Switzerland, fully tailored to your personal and professional interests, languages and goals

Programme Highlights

Combine vision with expertise: digital technologies, data-driven decision-making, global markets, and growing social and environmental expectations require managers and entrepreneurs to develop broad competencies. This flexible, interdisciplinary Master allows you to tailor your studies by choosing both your languages and your specialisations from ten modules.

 Study Plan

 Admission Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Management from a Swiss university: Unconditional Admission.

• Bachelor degree in another discipline or from a foreign university: admission is based on a full review of the application.

Applications must include a letter of motivation in addition to the documents required by the University of Fribourg Admissions Office. For foreign degrees from outside the EU/EFTA, GMAT results are mandatory.

The minimum requirement is 60 ECTS in Management. Where admission is granted, the SES Faculty may require the completion of additional Bachelor-level ECTS credits.

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration from a Swiss University of Applied Sciences (HES): admission is possible with a standard supplement of 30 ECTS.

For special cases (e.g., foreign degrees or Bachelor’s degrees obtained more than eight years ago), admission is not automatic. Admission decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants who are enrolled at the University of Fribourg must submit their application via the MyUnifr portal.

 Languages of study

Three languages, a distinctive asset: study mainly in English, with a choice of courses in French and German. Tailor your path and earn a bilingual or trilingual mention on your degree to stand out in the global job market.

 Mobility

An exceptional opportunity to shape your Master’s and strengthen your academic journey by spending one or two semesters abroad. Experience new cultures, expand your international network, and boost your CV with all credits obtained fully recognised.
Recommended semester : from the 2^nd semester onwards
Mobility mention : awarded from 30 validated ECTS

 Career Opportunities

This Master opens the door to a wide range of career opportunities as a manager or specialist. From start-ups and SMEs to multinational companies, non-profit organisations and public administrations, our graduates are prepared to make an impact in consulting, auditing, marketing, finance, human resources, project management, innovation management and leadership.

 Testimonials

During my studies at the University of Fribourg, I especially appreciated the familiar atmosphere and the approachable professors who took the time to mentor their students. The trilingual Master’s programs and strong connections to the business community were invaluable for my professional path. Julia Ehrler - Manager Corporate Strategy, Holcim

Studying management at the University of Fribourg prepared me perfectly for my career start. The trilingualism I acquired through lectures in German, French and English, as well as my exchange semester in the USA, are a huge advantage in my work at an international corporation. Lukas Schulthess - Sales & Supply Chain Manager, Savencia

Étudier à l’Université de Fribourg m’a profondément enrichi et a été déterminant pour mon entrée dans le monde professionnel. Université à taille humaine, Fribourg place l’individu au centre, portée par un professorat d’excellence. Julien Ropraz - Sales Director, Michelin