Overview
Today’s institutions need decision-makers with interdisciplinary knowledge who are capable of understanding and solving complex managerial, economic, political and legal problems. Switzerland’s multilingual culture necessitates a multicultural approach to management in the public and quasi-public sectors.
Career prospects
This panoply of skills, combined with specialist knowledge acquired in the course of studies, is excellent preparation for a wide range of employment opportunities such as:
- Federal, cantonal, local public administration
- Non-profit organisations
- Quasi-public institutions
- Associative structures
- Journalism
- Doctoral studies
- Public and private companies
- Research and teaching
- International organisations
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Public Policy
- Management
- Risk Management
- Policy Politics
- Administration
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
Disciplines
Management Studies Public Policy JournalismWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Management, Political Sciences, Sociology, Law or Media and Communication Sciences awarded by a Swiss university.
- Under certain conditions, another degree or academic title may be considered as equivalent and enable admission to the Master’s degree course.
- Recommended level of English C1.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
1160 CHF/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 580 CHF per semester during 24 months. -
National
1160 CHF/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 580 CHF per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for Lausanne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Public Management and Policy.
Available Scholarships
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