MAS ETH in Management, Technology, and Economics

MAS ETH MTEC is one of the longest-standing and most successful management education programmes for working professionals in Switzerland. 

Since 1980, more than 2,000 graduates have drawn on the assets of ETH Zurich and its MTEC Department to take on management and leadership roles in their future careers.

Image: ETH Zurich / Alessandro Della Bella  
Image: ETH Zurich / Alessandro Della Bella  

Key Features & Benefits of the Programme

  • Mission: we equip prospective technology managers with the knowledge and skills required to develop and implement systematic solutions for complex professional challenges;
  • Distinguished lecturers: internationally renowned professors and lecturers from industry combine high academic standards with a strong practical orientation and a focus on technology management;
  • Programme structure: a wide range of elective courses allows you to tailor the programme to your needs and interests;
  • Skill-based Training: a specific course format with a strong emphasis on interaction and peer-to-peer learning helps you develope your communication, problem-solving and self-management skills;
  • MAS+ workshops and talks: an integrative student-alumni learning format facilitates knowledge transfer between D-MTEC and our alumni in industry;
  • Course abroad: a seminar abroad expands your professional skills and expertise, while offering an insightful perspective on the economic, social, and cultural world of the destination country;
  • Mentoring programme: direct interaction with senior industry leaders through one-on-one coaching ensures that the programme has an optimal impact on your career;
  • Lifelong partnership: we continue to support your career development through non-degree opportunities, seminars and networking events even after you have graduated from the programme;
  • Career impact: 91% of our graduates say the programme led to an increase in their professional responsibilities; 
  • Student satisfaction: 96% of our graduates would recommend the programme to their colleagues.

Programme Details

From the first to the third semester, the programme teaches professional competencies in the following areas:

  • General Management;
  • Human Resource Management;
  • Strategy, Markets & Technology;
  • Information & Operations Management;
  • Quantitative & Qualitative Methods for Solving Complex Problems;
  • Economics;
  • Financial Management.

Courses can mostly be chosen according to students’ individual specialisations and complemented through electives, block courses and study abroad.

The Master’s thesis is written in the fourth semester in conjunction with a partner from industry.

The programme is taught in English.

Candidates must have:

  • a degree at the Master's level in a scientific or technical discipline from a university recognised by ETH or an equivalent educational qualification;
  • a Bachelor's degree might be accepted on presentation of additional qualifications;
  • at least 2 years of professional work experience;
  • good knowledge of English.

The study duration is variable. We recommend reducing your professional employment to 70–80% and completing the programme in 4 semesters, on a part-​time basis. However, a study duration of 14–16 months is also possible. The maximal duration of study is 6 semesters.

Get in touch and book a personal consultation

Morgan Altman
Contact for prospective students
  • +41 44 633 92 35

ETH Zurich
MAS MTEC
Weinbergstrasse 56/58
E 10.1
8092 Zurich
Switzerland

Further information can be found at www.mas-mtec.ethz.ch

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