Program Overview

Human Resource Management

The MBA with a Human Resource Management concentration enables the student to integrate the knowledge and skills gained from the core coursework for the MBA degree in order to address the issues and challenges faced by today’s human resource management professional. Students will benefit from exposure to theories and applications involved in acquiring and developing talented employees, managing the ongoing employer/employee relationship, and providing competitive advantages through strategic human resource policies and practices.

Overview

The Master of Science in International Business Administration (MIBA) program at the American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland ensures that our students are fully prepared to lead and manage in today’s competitive and changing global marketplace. We focus on integrating traditional business knowledge with practical decision-making, problem-solving, creativity, and strategic thinking while engaging in real-world projects. We create a practical learning and research environment that emphasizes collaboration and active engagement with industry leaders.

Why AUS?

• Campus: The inspiring, modern campus of the American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland features all you could need, from state-of-the-art learning spaces to cozy corners, an on-site Starbucks coffee machine, and dedicated sports facilities.
• Multiple Specializations Options: You can study an undergraduate or graduate degree in business, and also choose to engage in the Dual Degree Program in conjunction with Tiffin University in the United States.
• Multiple Intakes per Year: We have three admission intakes per year: fall, winter, and spring.
• International Recognition: AUS is chartered under Swiss law and recognized by the Department of Education in the Canton of Vaud as an Institute of Higher Education.
• Soft Skill Development: As an accredited institution with the IBM SkillsBuild Initiative, AUS has a first-hand view of the latest technologies and business trends across several industries. As an Apple Authorized Training Center for Education, students learn how to code, create and build apps.
• Personalized Learning: With a class size of 15 to 20 students and a faculty-student ratio of about 1:7, facilitating a deeper working relationship between students and professors coupled with feedback and coaching.
• Support Services: AUS provides various support services to students such as: Career Support, Dedicated support, Learning Support. All students will meet with the Academic Coordinator each academic term.
• Great Student Life: With our campus located amongst the Swiss Riviera's beautiful scenery, we organize trips to explore the rich cultural heritage and beautiful architecture. Offering plenty of nearby attractions, destinations, and ski resorts or visit local festivals.
• Cultural Diversity: At AUS students from over 50 nationalities from 6 continents come together to learn and share experiences, cultural perspectives, and varied work experiences with students from all over the world.
• Student Housing: AUS has several fully furnished single and shared rooms within a five-kilometer radius of the School campus.

Dual Degree Accreditations

Dual Degree Structure

In order to receive dual degrees, students must successfully complete the required AUS and TU courses. The curricula are mixtures of AUS and TU courses designed to provide students with the maximum exposure to the necessary knowledge and skills for the future workplace, emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, research technologies, and multimodal communication methods.

• Duration: 2 years
• Entry Dates: September / January / April
• Study Mode: Full-time
• Credits: 90 CH | 120 ECTS

Program Structure

The Master of Science in International Business Administration (MIBA) is a two-year program during which the student must obtain 90 credit hours | 120 European Credit Transfer System. The two-year program structure comprises six academic terms, with three terms per year (Fall, Winter, and Spring). Each term typically includes ten weeks of instruction and two weeks of examinations.

A standard course of study to complete a MIBA program over two years requires the completion of fifteen AUS core courses, two AUS elective courses, ten TU core courses and four TU specialization courses. In addition, nine credit hours are required for Capstone work which starts during the last academic term and can be completed up to six months after graduation. The MIBA Capstone work can be either a thesis in the form of a research proposal, where the validity of one or more hypotheses is investigated, or in the form of a business plan.

Courses

• Negotiations & Conflict Resolution
• Human Resource Planning & Talent Acquisition
• Talent Development & Performance Management
• Strategic Human Resource Management

Requirements

Master’s Admission Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree: Applicants must hold a recognized bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Some programs may require your undergraduate degree to be in a related field.
• Official Transcripts: Provide certified copies of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
• English Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in English through tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, or an equivalent, unless you graduated from an English-medium institution.
• Additional Materials: Depending on the program, you may need to submit:
  • CV/résumé
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • References or other documentation
  • (These materials help assess your academic background, motivations, and career goals.)

Non-EU/EFTA Applicants

May require a student visa to study in Switzerland. Additional visa requirements may apply, including proof of financial resources, health insurance, and official acceptance from AUS.

Program Learning Outcomes

• The successful MIBA participant will be able to analyze and evaluate (beyond the level of understanding) the performance of a business in the functional areas of general management (accounting, economics, finance, and marketing).
• The successful MIBA participant will be able to analyze and evaluate decision alternatives using theories, tools, and techniques (such as a cash flow statement, market segmentation, and sustainable competitive advantage) applied to the internal and external analysis of a business or industry situation and are able to support and defend their recommendations.
• The successful MIBA participant will be able to create and present advanced oral and written business presentations (such as a research proposal or a business plan) in a supported and scholarly fashion.
• The successful MIBA participant will set an example to other students by conducting their affairs in a businesslike manner (such as respect for their appearance, timeliness, and preparation) and possess the ability to work cooperatively in mixed teams on diverse projects towards a common goal.
• The successful MIBA participant will be able to develop life-long learning skills that will support them to continue their studies in a self-directed and autonomous manner.

Career

The Human Resource Management specialization enables the student to integrate the knowledge and skills gained from the core coursework for the MBA degree in order to address the issues and challenges faced by today’s human resource management professional. Students will benefit from exposure to theories and applications involved in acquiring and developing talented employees, managing the ongoing employer/employee relationship, and providing competitive advantages through strategic human resource policies and practices.

A specialization in Human Resource Management allows you to progress into the following careers:

• Training & Development
• Recruitment
• Staffing
• HR Planning and Analysis

Tuition & Fees

• Application Fee: CHF 250.- (due before we review the application documents)
• Admission Fee: CHF 1,500.- (due when you have been accepted to the program)
• Dual Master MIBA + TU Specialization: CHF 8’350.- per term
• 3 Terms per year / 2-Year Master’s Degree Program
• Flexible payment options available
• Fees per year: Dual Master: CHF 25,000.- per year