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European MBA
Leading Innovator in Business Education
Business School Lausanne is a leading innovator in business education. With an entrepreneurial spirit, BSL is committed to practical and pragmatic learning. The contemporary programs developed by BSL, and ACBSP accredited, include an accelerated 2-year undergraduate Business Administration (BBA) program through to a Masters (MBA) and Doctorate (DBA) level, attract forward-thinking participants from over 40 countries. BSL has now launched MBA/EMBA in Sustainable Business in cooperation with the University of St. Gallen. In addition, specialized Master’s programs in Finance, International Business and Global Marketing are offered.
Top Quality
A recent employer choice study by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds Ltd 2010) ranks BSL in the top three business schools in Switzerland. BSL’s unique modular MBA was designed in collaboration with leading CEOs and HR directors to offer a relevant, high quality business education as demanded by today’s marketplace. Personal leadership skills are taken as seriously as subject knowledge in order to prepare effective leaders and cutting-edge problem solvers.
Practical Learning
The focus on practical learning is led by a multidisciplinary faculty formed by experienced and currently acting business professionals. Learning is an interactive experience in small classes up to 25 students where participants and faculty are professional partners in high quality discussions of real business cases.
Internationally diverse
An international student body enhances cross-cultural perspectives and an appreciation for cultural diversity. Only by exploring different approaches, will innovative and creative solutions be found – so necessary in today’s international business arena. Participants are challenged to move out of their “comfort zone” with an open mind and flexible attitude in order to competently solve problems and make informed and effective decisions.
Program Info
MBA: Modular full-time program that focuses on entrepreneurship and leadership.
EMBA: Modular program for working professionals that emphasizes real business knowledge. Conducted on Saturdays and in 3-day workshops.
MBA/EMBA in Sustainable Business: Joint degree program with sustainability focus for executives in collaboration with the University of St. Gallen.
Program Format
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Length of Program: 12 months
Program Structure: 3-day modules
Starting Dates: September and February
Minimum years of work experience: 3 years
Application deadlines: 60 days before start
Courses conducted in: English
Tuition fees: CHF 44,800
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
Length of Program: 18 months
Program Structure: Saturdays and 3-day workshops (Thursday-Saturday)
Starting Dates: September and February
Minimum years of work experience: 5 years
Application deadlines: 60 days before start
Courses conducted in: English
Tuition fees: CHF 44,800
Executive/Master of Business Administration in Sustainable Business (E/MBA in Sustainable Business) - a joint degree by BSL and University of St. Gallen
Length of Program: 18 months (MBA) / 24 months (EMBA)
Program Structure: full-time modules (MBA) / Saturdays and 3-day workshops (EMBA)
Starting Dates: September and February
Minimum years of work experience: 3 years (MBA) / 5 years (EMBA)
Application deadlines: 60 days before start
Courses conducted in: English
Tuition fees: CHF 44,800
Accreditation(s): ACBSP
Ranking(s):
BSL's MBA is ranked in the "Top European Business Schools" in an employer choice study by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds Ltd 2010) and ranks in the top three business schools in Switzerland.
Student Body
Number of Nationalities: 14
Male to Female ratio: 70
Age Range: 26-42 years
Average Age: 32 years
Degree Background:
Length of Work Experience:
6-10 years: 10%
3-5 years: 80%
0-2 years: 10%
Admission
University Degree: Bachelor's
GMAT: Not required, 550 recommended
English test(s): IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent TOEFL 90, TOEIC 800 (only one test necessary)
References: 2 references by current or previous employers
Language fluency: English
Costs
Administration Fee: 1900 CHF
Contacts
Address: Rte de la Maladière, 21 1022 Chavannes, Switzerland
Telephone: +41 (0)21 619 06 06
Website: www.bsl-lausanne.ch
Contact person: Admissions Department
info@bsl-lausanne.ch
Dean: Dr. Katrin Muff
MBA Program Director: Dr. Katrin Muff
info@bsl-lausanne.ch
MBA Associate Dean: Georges Knell
georges.knell@bsl-lausanne.ch
