University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich (HWZ)
Zürich, Switzerland
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 3,000
- International students
- 10%
- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 1986
Overview
HWZ University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich (HWZ) is a privately operated Swiss university of applied sciences specialising exclusively in part-time business education. Founded in 1986 and located in the heart of Zurich next to the main railway station, HWZ serves around 3,000 students through bachelor's, master's, executive and continuing education programmes. All programmes are designed for working professionals, allowing up to 90% employment alongside studies. HWZ holds institutional accreditation from the Swiss Accreditation Council (AAQ) under the Swiss Higher Education Funding and Coordination Act (HFKG).
Fields of study
- Business Administration
- Business Communications
- Business Psychology
- Digital Business & AI
- Banking & Finance
- Real Estate
Accreditation: Swiss Accreditation Council (AAQ)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- March, September
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
From about $10,735 / year
Domestic students
CHF 4,750 – CHF 7,900 / semester
Bachelor programmes: CHF 4,750 per semester (includes regular assessments, bachelor's thesis, external seminars; excludes course materials, resits, language/subject certifications). MSc programmes: CHF 7,900 per semester (all-inclusive except flights and accommodation for study trip). Monthly instalment payment possible with 5% surcharge.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science HWZ in Business Administration (opens in a new tab)German · Part Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | CHF 4,750 / semester | Varies | Spring, Autumn |
| Bachelor of Science HWZ in Business Administration – Passerelle (opens in a new tab)German, English · Part Time | Bachelor's | 2 years | CHF 4,750 / semester | Varies | Spring, Autumn |
| Bachelor of Science HWZ in Business Communications (opens in a new tab)German · Part Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | CHF 4,750 / semester | Varies | September |
| Bachelor of Science HWZ in Business Psychology (opens in a new tab)German · Part Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | CHF 4,750 / semester | Varies | September |
| Bachelor of Science HWZ in Digital Business & AI (opens in a new tab)German · Part Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | CHF 4,750 / semester | Varies | September |
| Master of Science (MSc) in Banking & Finance HWZ (opens in a new tab)German · Part Time | Master's | 2 years | CHF 7,900 / semester | Varies | September |
| Master of Science (MSc) in Business Administration HWZ with a major in Digital Strategy (opens in a new tab)German · Part Time | Master's | 2 years | CHF 7,900 / semester | Varies | September |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.