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Study in the Heart of Europe: On-Campus Programs in Zurich 2026

The Executive Mini Master Series offers an intensive, practice-oriented learning experience designed for professionals seeking to expand their expertise in management, leadership, law, and international affairs.

Each course combines online self-preparation (16 academic hours) followed by 2 days of on-campus training in Zurich, Switzerland, focused on applied learning and case analysis.

Study Fully in English — No Language Barrier

  • Jan 17–18      Executive Mini MBA in Tourism and Hospitality Management 

  • Feb 14–15     Executive Mini Master in Diplomacy and International Relations

  • Mar 28–29     Executive Mini MBA in Finance and Accounting Management

  • Apr 26–27     Executive Mini Master in ICT Management for CEOs

  • May 17–18    Executive Mini LLM  in International Law

  • Jun 14–15      Executive Mini MBA in Sales and Marketing

  • Jul 4–5           Executive Mini MBA in HR and Leadership 

  • Aug 23–24    Executive Mini MBA in Sales and Marketing

  • Aug 30–31    Executive Mini MBA in Hotel Management

  • Sep 13–14     Executive Mini LLM in International Business Law

  • Oct 24–25     Executive Mini Master in Orientalism

  • Nov 28–29    Executive Mini Master in Halal Food Auditing

  • Dec 13–14    Executive Mini Master in Anti-Money Laundering

Course Fee    Includes access to online study materials, 2-day on-campus training, and all core academic content.    4990 CHF
Registration Fee    Enrollment processing, admin setup, acceptance confirmation    199 CHF
Certification Fee    Multiple certification options available, starting from 99 CHF

Both the registration fee (CHF 199) and the course fee (CHF 4,990) must be fully paid at least 30 days before the on-campus session to activate online access and allow sufficient time for the preparation phase.

Registration:

  • Registration is the mandatory first step to secure participation in any program offered by the Autonomous Academy of Higher Education, a member of the Swiss International University Network.

  • A non-refundable registration fee of CHF 99 is required upon application submission to confirm your seat.

  • This fee covers administrative processing, creation of the student record, and issuance of an official enrollment number.

  • All program fees (CHF 199 + CHF 4,990) must be fully paid at least 30 days before the on-campus session, allowing sufficient time to complete the mandatory online preparation phase.

  • Once registration and payment are confirmed, participants receive an official confirmation letter and joining instructions for the online preparation modules.

Visa and Attendance Options

The Academy does not handle visa applications.
After all fees have been paid in full, the Academy can issue an official supporting letter to assist with visa procedures.

If a participant’s visa is declined, the course may be:

  • Completed fully online, or

  • Attended through equivalent workshops in Dubai (UAE) with our academic partner.

Note: All paid fees are strictly non-refundable.

Study Location:

AAHES Autonomous Academy of Higher Education in Switzerland

Freilagerstrasse 39

8047 Zurich

Switzerland

The International Academy in Switzerland is a private and independent academy that operates in the application of Swiss Law. The International Academy in Switzerland is rated 5 stars by QS TopUniversities Ranking. Offering Online / Virtual Education since 2013, Join the Academy and become a member of the OUS family, each year we welcome 1800 Students from over 120 countries. OUS was founded in Switzerland and is allowed to operate and issue Diplomas in Switzerland according to the letter numbers 12AUG16kom / DBK DBKS 6 - 33 - 60236 issued by the Boards of Education and Culture in our State (Canton) in Switzerland. Our distance study program methods were reviewed and fulfilled the "Art. 21 Abs. 2 Ziff.11 Bst" - MWSTG by the Swiss Federal Department of Finance according to letter number (1523_01/04.14). OUS is the first virtual Academy in Europe and is a registered trademark in Switzerland by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property. The Academy is proud to be ranked among the best business schools globally by QRNW, a leading not-for-profit European association dedicated to fostering excellence in education.  OUS is an approved member of the European Council of Leading Business Schools ECLBS & the Swiss Association for Quality SAQ.

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🌍 Global Accreditations and Recognitions

OUS International Academy in Switzerland is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence and international credibility. Below is a summary of our most distinguished accreditations, quality assurances, and global recognitions:

⭐ 5-Star Rating by QS Top Universities

OUS has been awarded a 5-Star Rating by QS Top Universities, placing us among the top 2% of institutions worldwide in both higher and vocational education. This recognition reflects outstanding performance in teaching, academic development, employability, and global engagement.
🇪🇺 Accredited by ECLBS (European Council of Leading Business Schools)

OUS is accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS)—a recognized European quality assurance body listed with CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (Europe). ECLBS promotes excellence and innovation across business education institutions worldwide.
🇬🇧 Accredited by ASIC UK

OUS is fully accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC), a UK government-approved body recognized by UK ENIC, the British Home Office, and included on the UAE Ministry of Education's list of recognized foreign accreditors.
🌐 Accredited by EDU (Intergovernmental Accreditation)

OUS holds accreditation from EDU, an intergovernmental accreditation authority established by the Ministry of Education of Palau, operating in alignment with UNESCO-affiliated initiatives.
🇰🇬 Accredited by BSKG (Public Foundation)

OUS is accredited by BSKG, a public foundation recognized by the Asia-Pacific Quality Network (APQN) and EAQA. BSKG accreditation is accepted across Central Asia and Russian-speaking countries as a mark of institutional integrity.
🇺🇿 Accredited by ARIA (Asia)

OUS is recognized by ARIA – the Accreditation and Rating International Agency, which is a member of CEENQA (Germany) and affiliated with EURASHE (Belgium). It is a widely recognized body across Eurasian and EAQA member states.
🌎 Accredited by IEAC (International Education Accreditation Council)

OUS is accredited by IEAC, an international body listed by the British Quality Foundation, supporting educational institutions through benchmarking, institutional performance audits, and best-practice frameworks.
🌐 Accredited by QAHE (International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education)

OUS is also accredited by QAHE, which supports quality standards across borders in both traditional and online higher education, with presence in over 40 countries.
🏅 ISO 21001:2018 Certified

OUS is certified in ISO 21001:2018, the international standard for Educational Organizations Management Systems (EOMS), demonstrating a strong commitment to learner-focused processes and educational excellence.

🌐 Global Ranking – QRNW

OUS is ranked 49th worldwide by QRNW (Quantitative Ranking of World Universities)—an independent academic ranking system that is a member of IREG – The Observatory on Academic Ranking and Excellence.

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International Academy in Switzerland® in Zurich | Internationale Akademie in der Schweiz | الأكاديمية الدولية في سويسرا في زيورخ | Международная академия в Швейцарии

Join our prestigious Academy and become part of the OUS International Academy in Switzerland® community. Every year, we warmly welcome 1800 students from more than 120 countries. Experience the excellence of 100% online education, offering European quality education coupled with international accreditations.

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Part of the Swiss International University SIU www.SwissUniversity.com

OUS International Academy in Switzerland is accredited Abu-Ghazaleh for Quality Assurance in Education (TAG-EDUQA), in alignment with quality frameworks developed by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA).

Part of the Swiss International University SIU which is Licensed and accredited by the KG Ministry of Education and Science, allowed by the Board of Education and Culture in Switzerland, and Approved and permitted by the KHDA Dubai Educational Authority
جزء من الجامعة السويسرية الدولية، المرخصة والمعتمدة من قبل وزارة التعليم والعلوم في قرغيزستان، والمسموح لها بالعمل من قبل مجلس التعليم والثقافة في سويسرا، والمرخصة والمصرح لها من قبل هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية في دبي
Teil der Swiss International University, die von dem Bildungs- und Wissenschaftsministerium der Kirgisischen Republik lizenziert und akkreditiert ist, vom Bildungs- und Kulturrat der Schweiz zugelassen und von der Bildungsbehörde KHDA in Dubai genehmigt und erlaubt wurde.
Часть Швейцарского Международного Университета, который лицензирован и аккредитован Министерством образования и науки Кыргызской Республики, разрешен Советом по образованию и культуре Швейцарии и одобрен Образовательным управлением KHDA в Дубае.
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📌 Important Notice
© Since 2013 OUS Royal Academy of Economics & Technology in Zurich/Switzerland, part of Autonomous Academy of Higher Education GmbH which is a division of ISBM International School of Business Management in Luzern/Switzerland, which is part of Swiss International University (SIU). SIU is licensed and accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic. In Switzerland, we are allowed to operate and issue our own diplomas as confirmed by the Cantonal Board of Education and Culture.
All SIU programs and diplomas are officially recognized under international law; please refer to the Lisbon Recognition Convention for further information.
All rights reserved. OUS International Academy in Switzerland is a registered Swiss trademark under the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property.

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Autonomous Academy of Higher Education GmbH
Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047 Zürich, Switzerland
📞 Tel: +41443200033

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