Executive MBA (taught in English)
DAS in General Management (taught in English)
CAS Board of Directors (teaching in German)
CAS Digital Acceleration & AI (teaching in German)
CAS Business Resilience (teaching in German)
CAS Financial Management (teaching in German)
CAS Leadership and Inclusion (teaching in German)
CAS Business Transformation & Strategy (teaching in English)
CAS Business Intelligence & Supply Chain (taught in English)
CAS Marketing & Sales Management (taught in English)
CAS Finance & Accounting (teaching in English)
Seminar Foundation Board (lessons in German)
Seminar on the chairmanship of the Board of Directors (taught in German)
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Executive MBA (taught in English)
The Rochester-Bern Executive MBA provides you with a holistic understanding of all management topics, helps you develop your leadership skills, and prepares you for a professional future where change, digitalization, and the demand for sustainability are omnipresent.
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Dual Degree
- Master of Business Administration (MBA), Simon Business School University of Rochester
- Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA), University of Berne
Participants
Mid or senior-level manager with the potential for taking on increased responsibilities within their organization
Requirements
We embrace diversity and welcome executives and project leaders from all industries and functions to our programs.
To qualify for the International Executive MBA, you should meet the following criteria:
- More than 5 years of experience in a responsible role and a university degree (or equivalent),
or
more than 10 years of management experience and an alternative qualification (admission sur dossier)
- Potential to take on greater responsibilities
- Alignment with the values of Rochester-Bern: respect and fairness, trust and loyalty, curiosity and openness
- Fluent English skills and strong time management
Study model
Part-time
Start
January of each year
Duration
1.5-5 years
Accreditation
AACSB International since 1966 (Simon Business School, University of Rochester)
Venues
- University of Bern, Switzerland
- Rochester, Simon Business School, USA (2 week block)
- International Study Week in Asia (optional)
- International trips
Credits
65 ECTS points
Costs
CHF 58,400
Alumni/ae Associations
- Leaders Circle, Rochester-Bern
- Alumni UniBE, University of Bern
- Simon Business School Alumni Association
- Beta Gamma Sigma: the international honor society
DAS in General Management (taught in English)
The international DAS in General Management equips you with a solid grasp of the topics you wish to add to your professional portfolio. You select the relevant CAS programs and Master Classes from Rochester-Bern's English-language offerings, delve deeper into one of the subject areas through your DAS thesis, and earn the DAS degree from the University of Bern.
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Degree
Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) in General Management, University of Bern, Switzerland
Participants
Mid or senior-level manager with the potential for taking on increased responsibilities within their organization
Requirements
We embrace diversity in both functions and industries, welcoming managers from finance, manufacturing, IT, engineering, law, medicine, and many other backgrounds. This variety enriches our classes, fostering a 360º managerial overview of all business units.
To qualify for the program, we require:
- Over 5 years of line/project management experience plus a university degree (or equivalent)
or
Over 10 years of management experience in lieu of academic qualifications (sur-dossier)
- Middle or senior level management experience with growth potential
- A convincing character, along with teamwork and time management skills
- Fluency in English
Study Model
Part-time
Start
flexible
Duration
1.5-5 years
Venue
University of Bern, Switzerland
Credits
31 ECTS points
Costs
CHF 29,600
CAS Board of Directors (teaching in German)A seat on the Board of Directors offers a fascinating range of opportunities at the top management level. The responsibility that comes with this role has increased significantly in recent years. It is therefore important for board members to make targeted investments in their knowledge and skills.
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Conclusion
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) Board of Directors, University of Bern
Form of study
Part-time
Start
March, August or November
Duration
10 months
Presence
- 13 days (5 course blocks of 2.5 days each)
- Thursday morning to Saturday afternoon
Place of study
University of Bern
Costs
CHF 14 800
Prerequisites
- Members of the Board of Directors who currently hold a mandate or have held one in the recent past
- Current or former foundation board members of foundations with legal capacity who currently hold or have held a mandate in the recent past
- Sur dossierCandidates: Prospective members of the Board of Directors with a suitable background (member of the management of an organization with at least 10 employees) and a letter of recommendation from a Chairman of the Board of Directors. Decisions on sur dossier admissions are made after the admission interviews.
Alumni/-ae
Membership of the exclusive "VR Circle"
CAS Digital Acceleration & AI (teaching in German)
"AI will not replace us, but a person who operates it will." - The CAS Digital Acceleration prepares you for the fifth industrial revolution, the age of artificial intelligence (AI). You will learn about disruptive digital trends, recognize and use the potential of AI to optimize your business, take your team into new digital growth areas and create a dynamic team culture. This application-oriented continuing education, further training for middle managers equips you with practical tools for dealing professionally with digital transformation and AI. At the same time, you will receive effective tools for managing your team in a rapidly changing world.
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Conclusion
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Digital Acceleration, University of Bern
Form of study
Part-time
Start
December
Duration
6 months
Presence
12 course days in 3 modules of 2 seminars each
Place of study
University of Bern
Costs
CHF 12 900
Prerequisites
- Middle management with basic business knowledge
- Department management and/or project management/staff responsibility in the area of corporate/product/technology development or in innovation/information management
- University degree (exceptions to the admission requirements may be made by the program management)sur dossierbe approved)
CAS Business Resilience (teaching in German)
Change as a constant: global trends and uncertainties are shaping the economy. Those who recognize risks and opportunities early on, develop scenarios and align strategies with foresight will remain fit for the future. Continuing education, further training provides knowledge and tools for evidence-based development forecasts, professional handling of global transformation drivers and targeted development of crisis strength and renewal skills.
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Conclusion
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Business Resilience, University of Bern
Form of study
Part-time
Start
July
Duration
6 months
Presence
12 course days
Place of study
University of Bern
Costs
CHF 12 900
Prerequisites
The composition of the class is of great importance, as the participants also benefit from best practices from a wide range of industries and perspectives. The course is aimed at the following target group:
- Heads of department, C-level executives and board representatives
- University graduates (exceptions to the admission requirements may be approved by the program management sur dossier)
CAS Financial Management (teaching in German)
Financial clarity is the basis of every successful strategic decision. The CAS Financial Management enables participants to manage their company with confidence in the conflicting areas of financial value creation, risk and sustainable corporate responsibility.
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Conclusion
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Financial Management, University of Bern
Form of study
Part-time
Start
June
Duration
6 months
Presence
12 course days
Place of study
University of Bern
Costs
CHF 12 900
Prerequisites
The composition of the class is of great importance, as the participants also benefit from best practices from a wide range of industries and perspectives. The course is aimed at the following target group:
- Managers and board members with a basic knowledge of business administration
- University graduates (exceptions to the admission requirements may be approved by the program management sur dossier)
CAS Leadership and Inclusion (teaching in German)
Consolidate your leadership skills, strengthen your communication skills and learn how to successfully promote diversity. This continuing education, further training equips you with tools to deal with challenging leadership and communication situations. At the same time, you will develop sustainable inclusion strategies that will make your company more innovative and competitive.
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Conclusion
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Leadership and Inclusion, University of Bern
Form of study
Part-time
Start
June
Duration
10 months
Presence
13 days (6 course blocks of 2 days each)
Place of study
University of Bern
Costs
CHF 12 900
Prerequisites
- Managers from all sectors and areas
- At least five years of direct/indirect management (sur-dossierpossible)
- Basic business management knowledge
- University degree (exceptions to the admission requirements may be made by the program management)sur dossierbe approved)
CAS Business Transformation & Strategy (teaching in English)
The CAS Business Transformation & Strategy gives you a solid understanding of above mentioned topics and encourages immediate application in your own context as well as active exchange with faculty and peers from other industries.
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Degree
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in General Management, University of Bern, Switzerland
Participants
Mid or senior-level manager with the potential for taking on increased responsibilities within their organization
Requirements
We embrace diversity in both functions and industries, welcoming managers from finance, manufacturing, IT, engineering, law, medicine, and many other backgrounds. This variety enriches our classes, fostering a 360º managerial overview of all business units.
To qualify for the program, we require:
- Over 5 years of line/project management experience plus a university degree (or equivalent)
or
Over 10 years of management experience in lieu of academic qualifications (sur-dossier)
- Middle or senior level management experience with growth potential
- A convincing character, along with teamwork and time management skills
- Fluency in English
Study model
Part-time
Start
February, July or September (depending on chosen elective)
Duration
5-13 months (depending on chosen elective)
Venue
University of Bern, Switzerland
Credits
15 ECTS points
Costs
CHF 14,800
CAS Business Intelligence & Supply Chain (taught in English)
The CAS Business Intelligence & Supply Chain program provides you with a solid foundation in above mentioned areas, thus supporting you to foster strategic agility and operational excellence in your company. The CAS format encourages immediate application in your own context and active exchange with peers from other industries.
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Degree
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in General Management, University of Bern, Switzerland
Participants
Mid or senior-level manager with the potential for taking on increased responsibilities within their organization
Requirements
We embrace diversity in both functions and industries, welcoming managers from finance, manufacturing, IT, engineering, law, medicine, and many other backgrounds. This variety enriches our classes, fostering a 360º managerial overview of all business units.
To qualify for the program, we require:
- Over 5 years of line/project management experience plus a university degree (or equivalent)
or
Over 10 years of management experience in lieu of academic qualifications (sur-dossier)
- Middle or senior level management experience with growth potential
- A convincing character, along with teamwork and time management skills
- Fluency in English
Study model
Part-time
Start
April, May or June (depending on chosen elective)
Duration
6-14 months (depending on chosen elective)
Venue
University of Bern, Switzerland
Credits
15 ECTS points
Costs
CHF 14,800
CAS Marketing & Sales Management (taught in English)
The CAS in Marketing & Sales Management provides you with a solid foundation in successful marketing, sales, and pricing strategies, while also explaining the economic principles behind them-enabling a deeper understanding of your markets and internal dynamics. The CAS format encourages immediate application in your own context and active exchange with peers from other industries.
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Degree
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in General Management, University of Bern, Switzerland
Participants
Mid or senior-level manager with the potential for taking on increased responsibilities within their organization
Requirements
We embrace diversity in both functions and industries, welcoming managers from finance, manufacturing, IT, engineering, law, medicine, and many other backgrounds. This variety enriches our classes, fostering a 360º managerial overview of all business units.
To qualify for the program, we require:
- Over 5 years of line/project management experience plus a university degree (or equivalent)
or
Over 10 years of management experience in lieu of academic qualifications (sur-dossier)
- Middle or senior level management experience with growth potential
- A convincing character, along with teamwork and time management skills
- Fluency in English
Study model
Part-time
Start
June
Duration
3-10 months (depending on chosen elective)
Venue
University of Bern, Switzerland
Credits
15 ECTS points
Costs
CHF 14,800
CAS Finance & Accounting (teaching in English)
The CAS Finance & Accounting Proficiency gives you a solid understanding of financial topics and allows you to apply it in your own business environment right away. As part of a class with participants from various industries, you will also expand your professional network and benefit from peer learning.
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Degree
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Finance, University of Bern, Switzerland
Participants
Mid or senior-level manager with the potential for taking on increased responsibilities within their organization
Requirements
We embrace diversity in both functions and industries, welcoming managers from finance, manufacturing, IT, engineering, law, medicine, and many other backgrounds. This variety enriches our classes, fostering a 360º managerial overview of all business units.
To qualify for the program, we require:
- Over 5 years of line/project management experience plus a university degree (or equivalent)
or
Over 10 years of management experience in lieu of academic qualifications (sur-dossier)
- Middle or senior level management experience with growth potential
- A convincing character, along with teamwork and time management skills
- Fluency in English
Study model
Part-time
Start
January
Duration
5-13 months (depending on chosen elective)
Venue
University of Bern, Switzerland
Credits
15 ECTS points
Costs
CHF 14,800
Seminar Foundation Board (lessons in German)
Switzerland is a country of foundations - around 13,000 charitable foundations are active in areas such as social welfare, culture and healthcare. The demands on foundation board members have risen sharply in recent years, and with them the need for professionalization of the highest foundation body. The three-day specialization seminar offered by Rochester-Bern Executive Programs is the first university-level continuing education course in Switzerland to provide foundation board members with the theoretical and practical tools they need to successfully master the challenges they face.
Date
June 11 - 13, 2026, in the main building of the University of Bern
Costs
CHF 3 500
Competence in the chairmanship of the board of directors (lessons in German)
As Chairman of the Board of Directors, you not only lead the Board of Directors, but also the Executive Board. You set the tone in dealing with special situations, monitor liquidity and raise capital, and shape the company's culture, strategy and innovative strength with your leadership. You will position the company in the economic environment by communicating with stakeholders. With these and other tasks, you have a major influence on the present and future of the company. Switzerland's first continuing education program at university level provides board chairpersons with important tools and enables them to exchange ideas at eye level.
Date
Fall 2026, in the main building of the University of Bern
Costs
CHF 3 500
