HSG IntenationalMastersPrograms 2010

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Graduate School of Business, Economics, Law and Social Sciences
International Masters Programmes from Switzerlands Leading Business University

Banking and Finance Strategy and International Management Quantitative Economics and Finance International Affairs and Governance
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University of St.Gallen (HSG): Degree Courses

The Masters Programmes of the University of St.Gallen are postgraduate programmes of a subsequent nature, i.e. only students holding a recognised Bachelors degree in the same or a similar major are admitted. Students with a Licentiates or Masters degree in a different major can also be admitted.
Undergraduate Studies leading to the degree of
Bachelor of Arts HSG (B.A. HSG) Business Administration Economics International Affairs Law Law and Economics Master of Arts HSG (M.A. HSG) Information, Media and Technology Management Marketing, Services and Communication Management Accounting and Finance Banking and Finance Strategy and International Management Economics Quantitative Economics and Finance International Affairs and Governance Law Law and Economics Organization Studies and Cultural Theory*
*subject to final approval
Programme language German German German German German
Postgraduate Programmes leading to the degree of
German German German English English German English English or German German German German
Ph.D. Programmes Management (several areas of specialisation) Economics and Finance International Affairs and Political Economy Organization Studies and Cultural Theory Law Executive School Full- and part-time MBA Several Executive MBAs
English or German English English or German English or German German
Title page: Prof. Dr. Dirk Lehmkuhl, Ph.D. in a lively discussion with students of the Masters in International Affairs and Governance during a seminar.
English English or German
This brochure focuses on the 4 English-language Master's Programmes. Please consult our website for brochures and information about the other programmes.
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Table of Contents
University of St.Gallen (HSG): Degree Courses Welcome to the HSG The University of St.Gallen (HSG) Living in Switzerland Living in St.Gallen Master of Arts HSG in Banking and Finance Master of Arts HSG in Strategy and International Management Master of Arts HSG in Quantitative Economics and Finance Master of Arts HSG in International Affairs and Governance International Orientation Double Degree Programmes Student Commitment Career Perspectives Financial Information Academic Calendar and Application Process Rankings and Accreditations 2 5 6 10 13
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Internationality, practical relevance and an integrative view have been characteristics of the HSG ever since its establishment more than a century ago.
Professor Ernst Mohr, Ph.D. (second from left)
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Dear Candidate,
Welcome to the University of St.Gallen (HSG)
It gives me great pleasure to introduce the University of St.Gallen, also known as the HSG, in Switzerland to you. We are one of Europes leading Universities for business, economics, law and social sciences. Studies at our University are characterised by the following features:
In Demand on the Labour Market

The HSG is Switzerland's business university with the greatest placing power. Graduates may expect top-level initial salaries. The Universitys Career Services Center supports them in their entry into the labour market.
Unique Academic Structure

The academic structure at the University of St.Gallen meets the highest academic standards. Our aim is to foster both the academic and the personal development of students by providing an education based on a humanist approach.
Worldwide HSG Alumni Network

The HSG Alumni association consists of more than 19,000 members in 90 clubs on 4 continents.
Student Commitment
Students are organised in nearly 100 associations, initiatives, project teams and the Student Union.
Genuine Internationality
The HSG is linked up with 150 partner universities worldwide and offers exchange and double degree programmes. At the same time, we are part of the CEMS, PIM and APSIA networks. 34% of students come from foreign countries, from a total of 80 nations worldwide.
Rankings and Accreditations

The HSG is constantly ranked amongst the top business universities in Europe. In the Financial Times Global Masters in Management Ranking 2010 we are in 4th place with the Master in Strategy and International Management and in 2nd place with the CEMS Master in International Management. In addition, the HSG has enhanced its reputation with the EQUIS and AACSB International accreditations. This brochure will give you a more detailed insight into our University and our Masters Programmes. I would be pleased if I could welcome you at the HSG soon.
Tuition Fees
Contrary to general opinion, tuition fees are rather low in Switzerland. Foreign students have to pay CHF 2,340 per year at the University of St.Gallen. These fees are so low because the lion's share of the actual costs (CHF 26,500 per year, per student) is defrayed by the Swiss Confederation and the cantons. In addition, the HSG benefits from numerous sponsorships thanks to its good relations with trade and industry.
Professor Ernst Mohr, Ph.D.

President of the University of St.Gallen (HSG)
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The University of St.Gallen (HSG)
The University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, was founded as a Business Academy in 1898in the heyday of St.Gallen embroideryand offered its first lectures in 1899. We continue to pursue the goal of providing our more than 6,500 students with a practice-oriented education, guided by an integrative view of business, economics, law and social sciences. With success: the University of St.Gallen has constantly been ranked among the top business schools in Europe. Accreditations by EQUIS and AACSB International underline our commitment to a holistic curriculum that meets the highest academic standards. The HSG aims to develop students both in professional and personal terms by providing them with an education along humanist lines.
Contact Studies
Contact studies consist of lectures and seminars in small groups. Students have to attend programme-specific compulsory courses, core electives and independent electives. Independent electives can be selected from the students own Masters programmes or from other programmes. Thus our students have the opportunity to acquire additional knowledge in other fields of interest.
Independent Studies
Independent studies are multimedia-supported and interactive, and they reinforce students personal responsibility. In terms of subject matter, they complement contact studies.
Contextual Studies The Academic Structure

The HSGs course structure consists of three pillars and three levels. The three levels stand for the Assessment Level, the Bachelors Level and the Masters Level. Besides these three academic levels, courses consist of three didactic, subjectrelated pillars of contact studies, independent studies and contextual studies. With this model, the HSG satisfies the demands of society and the economy for graduates with intellectual flexibility and intercultural qualifications. Contextual studies consist of courses in cultural awareness, leadership skills and critical thinking, and they complement specialised education with well-founded personality formation.
Master's Thesis
To complete a Master's degree students must write a thesis worth 18 ECTS. The topics of the Masters thesis may derive from any constituent of the Masters degree courses.
Research
Research at the University of St.Gallen is centered around the 40 institutes and research centres, which are an integral part of the
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University. The directors of the institutes double as HSG professors. Bringing theory and practice together, the institutes provide an important input for teaching at the University and play a significant role in furthering the careers of young academics. Our 80 tenured professors, 60 assistant professors and senior lecturers, more than 300 lecturers and 300 assistants and distinguished visiting professors cultivate the scientific discourse with our students.
International Management and in 2nd place with the CEMS Master in International Management. Additionally, the CHE Ranking awards good grades to the HSG, placing it in the top group in German-speaking Europe. The HSG has earned the EQUIS (2001) and AACSB (2003) accreditations and consequently has obtained the two most demanding international seals of approval for business schools. These two awards are evidence of the high standard of education, which is internationally recognised, as well as the HSGs excellent quality of service on campus. www.quality.unisg.ch www.rankings.unisg.ch
Executive Education
The institutes do not only stand for excellence in research, but offer consulting services and act as leading providers of executive education in German-speaking Europe. As such, the portfolio of study options is completed by a full- and parttime MBA and several Executive MBA programmes. www.es.unisg.ch
Campus
The Campus of the University of St.Gallen (HSG) is situated

In the Financial Times Ranking we are in 4th place among the best universities worldwide with the Master in Strategy and
on a hill on the outskirts of the City of St.Gallen. The town centre can be reached on foot in about 15 minutes. Our Campus offers a beautiful view of the Alps and of Lake Constance.
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The Academic Structure at the University of St.Gallen (HSG) Three levels - three pillars (3x3)
Contact Studies
Independent Studies
Contextual Studies
Ph.D. Programmes
Master's Programme (10 Programs)
Electives
Master's Programme (11 Programmes)
Master's Level (1.52 years)
Cultural Awareness
Critical Thinking
Leadership Skills
Bachelor's Level (2 years)
Business Administration
Assessment Level (1 year)
Freshman Week
Secondary School Leaving Certificate
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Coaching Programme
Business Administration
Law or Mathematics
Economics
Economics
Law
Law
Mentoring Programme
Major & Core Subjects (5 Majors)
Practical Experience Bachelor of Arts HSG B.A. HSG
Electives
Major & Core Subjects
Mentoring Programme
Master of Arts HSG M.A. HSG
The University of St.Gallen offers the latest facilities and services to support individual and collaborative learning, including web-based communication platforms and wireless LAN. The library contains around 460,000 books, 70,000 e-books, some 1,400 journals and some 16,000 e-journals.
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Living in Switzerland
"The University of St.Gallen provides a setting which marries the promise of the future with the foundations of traditions - and an absolutely essential link between academic work and the practical world."
Kofi Annan
Former UN Secretary General Freedom Prize of the Max Schmidheiny Foundation University of St.Gallen, 18 November 2006
As a federal republic with a system of direct democracy, Switzerland enjoys a high degree of political stability. Its position as a neutral country allows it to play an important humanitarian role in world affairs and to act as a mediator between conflicting parties. Switzerland is the home of various international organisations such as the Red Cross (ICRC), the United Nations (UN) and the World Trade Organization (WTO). Switzerlands economy is based on a highly qualified labour force. The main areas include micro-, hi- and biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, as well as banking and insurance know-how. Swiss companies are extremely competitive in world markets. The best-known export items are watches, chocolate and cheese, but in fact mechanical and electrical engineering and chemicals together account for over half of Swiss export revenues. Consultancy, banking, insurance and tourism are also a significant part of the export trade. Political stability and a flourishing economy allow for a high standard of living (e.g. security, lifestyle and employability) at affordable prices. Contrary to general opinion, the cost of living is lower than in, say, London, Paris or Rome.
An increasingly large number of companies are moving their European headquarters to Switzerland to take advantage of the favourable business and living environment.
Switzerlands international reputation as a research centre is beyond dispute. The high standard of the two Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology, of the 10 cantonal universities and of research institutes in Switzerland attracts many scientists and students from overseas.
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Facts about Switzerland

Population of 7.7 million (22% foreign nationals) Surface area of 41,285 square kilometres 4 national languages: German, French, Italian, Romansh One of the highest annual per capita GDPs worldwide: USD 67,560 current prices Zurich has the worlds highest gross and net wage levels Very low unemployment rate: 3.9% (September 2010) Zurich scores second highest worldwide for quality of living Most competitive economy in the world
Switzerland is Situated in the Heart of Europe
St.Gallen is situated in the German-speaking part of Switzerland, close to the German and Austrian borders. Zurich International Airport can be reached by train in an hour.
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View of the campus (front), the historic centre of St.Gallen and the Alpstein Mountains
Living in St.Gallen
St.Gallen offers its approximately 75,000 inhabitants a historically valuable old town. The narrow streets with their many shops, cosy restaurants and bars at every corner create an atmosphere you cant help falling in love with. The Abbey District with the baroque cathedral and the Abbey Library is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and thus of international significance. Further cultural highlights are provided by performances in the City Theatre, the Concert Hall, the St.Gallen Festivals, as well as by exhibitions in numerous museums. One event that is particularly popular with many students is the St.Gallen Open Air, during which the Sitter Valley is transformed into Switzerlands biggest tent city for three days. There are many foreign restaurants in the area of St.Gallen: Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Mexican, Argentinian, Lebanese, Greek, Turkish, Indian, Spanish, Italian and American chefs are not the only ones by far to offer their countries specialties. In addition, foreign nationals often set up clubs and associations in order to cultivate their home countrys culture and language together. As a rule, they also sell local foodstuffs in shops of their own.
Settling in St.Gallen - The Visa Process

Most individuals who come to Switzerland to study must obtain a visa prior to entering the country. It may take several months for a visa to be issued. For this reason, please contact the Swiss Embassy in your home country at an early stage to find out about the relevant procedures. www.eda.admin.ch
History
St.Gallen became affluent through the textile trade. Although textile production has since moved to other parts of the world, St.Gallen is still the centre for textile design and prototype development. Once 90% of worldwide embroidery production was traded by St.Gallens merchants. The need for professional education soon became evident. In 1898, St.Gallen merchants founded a commercial school: the University of St.Gallen was established.
Accommodation
The University of St.Gallen does not offer on-campus housing. Generally, students share a large apartment or rent a small one. The Student Union has a housing market on its website. The HSGs International Exchange Service also offers a limited number of rooms in a student residence against a brokerage fee. Interested parties should contact the Exchange Office: exchange@unisg.ch as early as possible. www.myunisg.ch
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The Master's in Banking and Finance is a great programme because it offers a broad range of lectures and seminars and because it allows us to design our individual curriculum according to our interests. The programme fosters the exchange between students, faculty, and financial institutions. This guarantees a focus of our lectures on the practitioners needs and leads to an optimal preparation for a professional career.
Alex Simic
Switzerland, MBF
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Masters Programme in Banking and Finance
With a challenging curriculum, the Master's in Banking and Finance (MBF) is one of the leading international finance programmes. In the fields of financial markets, financial institutions, corporate finance and quantitative finance, the programme offers high-quality education in both theory and application. It is designed to train our students in the critical reflection of the different concepts and approaches used in financial theory and practice.
This acknowledges that the MBF programme covers more than 70% of the Candidate Body of Knowledge for all three levels of the CFA programme. Additionally, this partnership allows us to award CFA fellowships each year to five outstanding MBF students entering the programme.
Curriculum: Contents and Structure

The core studies comprise the compulsory courses and the core electives, including a research seminar and the Master's thesis. The MBF programme has been structured in such a way as to ensure that students are able to acquire their basic knowledge in the compulsory courses of the first semester. In the second and third semesters, our students select core electives according to their individual preferences and thus determine the orientation of their studies themselves.
Educational Goals
The programmes educational goals encompass three dimensions:
Functional Dimension
1. An understanding of the function and importance of financial intermediation in the context of the present and future development of economic systems and its integration in the social, legal and political sphere.
Compulsory Subjects
The three demanding compulsory courses, Financial Markets, Financial Institutions, and Quantitative Methods, to be attended in the first semester, emphasise the holistic concept of the programme.
Instrumental Dimension
2. Knowledge of the theory and application of financial markets, characteristics and implementation of modern financial instruments, and the core functions of modern financial management.
Core Electives
In the second and third semester, students may design their individual curriculum according to their preferences and choose to focus on financial markets, corporate finance, institutions or methods. Of course, our students are absolutely free to choose from our long list of core electives.
Institutional Dimension
3. Knowledge of the core functions of planning, steering and supervision of financial institutions and their strategic business units.
Research Seminar
In the research seminar, our students are required to write a seminar paper with a research focus and have to present their findings. Therefore, in combination with the Masters thesis, the MBF provides a thorough preparation for a Ph.D.
CFA Program Partnership

The MBF programme is an official Program Partner of the CFA Institute.
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Core Electives
Markets Corporate Finance Institutions Methods
Derivatives Advanced Derivatives Real Estate Finance Market Microstructure Institutional Asset Management Alternative Investments Energy Finance Pension Finance Fixed Income Instruments International Finance Behavioural Finance Secondary Markets for Credit Risks Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital
Corporate Finance and Governance Leveraged Buyouts Mergers and Acquisitions Corporate Valuation Corporate Financial Management Business Forecasting Business Performance Management Tax Planning and Tax Accounting Advanced Corporate Finance
Asset Liability Management for Insurance Companies Financial Services Management Topics in Private Banking and Wealth Management Bank Treasury Management Ethics of Financial Services Financial Regulation and Risk Management Topics in Investment Banking Banking Game Theory of Risk and Insurance Economics and Policy in Central Banks Pension Systems Cases in Financial Institutions Management Theory of Financial Intermediation
Computational Finance Financial Econometrics Financial Modelling Workshop: Asset Allocation Financial Modelling Workshop: Derivatives Financial Risk Management Quantitative Risk Management Time Series Econometrics Microeconometrics
The core electives may be divided into four possible tracks: Markets, Corporate Finance, Institutions and Methods. These tracks should give the students some guidance for their individual course selection. However, our students are free to combine core electives from all the four tracks.
Independent Electives
Independent electives create additional choices: students may either attend further core electives of the MBF or courses of other Masters programmes. A third option is to attend courses of the Department of Management.
Bankers guarantee an early contact with potential employers and support the MBF in many ways. Our industrial partners award fellowships for the best students entering the programme. At the end of the programme they award prizes. Thanks to their ongoing support, the MBF invites visiting professors from internationally renowned universities on a regular basis. Doing internships and collaborating with the financial industry when writing the Masters thesis is simplified thanks to the Partners of the MBF.
Industrial Partners
The MBF encourages the exchange between students, faculty and the financial industry. The 'Partners of the MBF' with Credit Suisse Group, Bank Sarasin, UBS and Wegelin Private
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At university, I was hardly able to imagine how much influence the MBF programme would have on my future. The knowledge gained in lectures such as Derivative Instruments, Corporate Finance, Pension Finance and Financial Services Management affects essential parts of my daily business nowadays. I got convinced that the conceptual content of the lessons taught at the HSG is absolutely in step with actual practice. I am glad that I was able to enjoy such an effective education.
Danielle Brassel, Switzerland

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, London
Career Perspectives
The MBF guarantees a successful career start in the world of banking, insurance, asset management, financial consulting, or other areas related to finance. At the same time, the rigorous and research-oriented approach ensures a thorough preparation for further academic studies, especially a Ph.D. Admission criteria for foreign nationals: international test (GMAT: a minimum of 650; or GRE: a minimum of 740; or LSAT: a minimum of 161) or admission test of the University of St.Gallen (available in German only) Proficiency in the English language
International Exchange Programmes

MBF students are offered an opportunity to participate in the following double degree and exchange programmes: CEMS Master in International Management Double degree programmes with ESADE, Barcelona, Spain; HEC, Paris, France; RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam, Netherlands; Universit Commerciale Luigi Bocconi, Milan, Italy; and FGV-EAESP, Fundaao Getulio Vargas, So Paulo, Brazil Exchange programmes with 150 partner universities worldwide
Variety Management
Special Variety Management criteria are applicable for students from countries outside the European Union and the European Economic Area (EEA). If these criteria are fulfilled, students may be admitted with a minimum GMAT score of 600 points, a minimum GRE score of 700, or a minimum LSAT score of 156 points. Please note that the admission criteria are subject to change. Please consult our website for the latest admission criteria. www.admissions.unisg.ch www.mbf.unisg.ch For specific questions: admissions@unisg.ch
Admission Requirements
Recognised Bachelors degree in business administration, economics (or equivalent) or a recognised Master's or Licentiates degree in any academic field.
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Curriculum
Compulsory Subjects Core Studies
3rd sem.
Core Electives Contextual Studies
Examples:
Financial Services Management Banking Game Financial Regulation and Supervision
1 Research Seminar, e.g:
2nd sem.
Derivative Instruments Computational Finance Behavioural Finance Management of Risk and Insurance Pension Finance
1st sem.
Financial Markets Financial Institutions Quantitative Methods
Credits
15 ECTS
27 ECTS
12 ECTS
18 ECTS
6 ECTS
Leadership Skills
Masters Thesis
Research Seminar Corporate Finance Research Seminar Finance Research Seminar Financial Services and Institutions Research Seminar Quantitative Finance Research Seminar Management of Insurance Companies
12 ECTS
Profile
Class of 2010 Class size: 189 (divided up into small groups of students) Average age: 24 Male / female ratio: 75% / 25% Nationalities represented: 26 International students: 54% Average GMAT: 660 points / GRE: 740 points Job offers before graduation: 2.2 Average starting wage: CHF 97,000* Average salary range: CHF 91,000 - CHF 115,000**
*Average of all international Master's Programmes 2008 **Range of all international Master's Programmes 2008 (Source: HSG 2008)
Schedule & Tuition

Start: Students are expected to start the MBF in the Autumn Semester (mid-September) because the compulsory subjects are scheduled for the Autumn Semester. They are crucial for students to acquire the necessary background for the wide variety of core electives. Duration: 90 ECTS, average time to completion is 3 to 4 semesters (full-time programme) Tuition fees: CHF 1,170 per semester
Exchange rate (Sept. 2010): CHF 1.00 = EUR 0.75 / CHF 1.00 = USD 0.98
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Critical Thinking and Cultural Awareness
Masters Programme in Banking and Finance
Faculty
Prof. Dr. Manuel Ammann (Academic Director of the MBF) Prof. Dr. Walter Ackermann Prof. Dr. Jrg Baumberger Prof. Dr. Beat Bernet Prof. Dr. Urs Bertschinger Prof. Dr. Karl Frauendorfer Prof. Dr. Andreas Grnbichler Prof. Dr. Andreas Grner Prof. Dr. Christian Keuschnigg Prof. Dr. Gebhard Kirchgssner Prof. Matthias Lutz, D.Phil. Prof. Dr. Hato Schmeiser Prof. Paul Sderlind, PhD Prof. Dr. Klaus Spremann Prof. Dr. Hans-Jrgen Wolter
Contact
For any questions regarding the contents and the structure of the Master's Programme in Banking and Finance, please contact:
Prof. Dr. Manuel Ammann Academic Director
Dr. Rico von Wyss Executive Director
Roman Frey MBF Assistant More information on our faculty members and their fields of research can be found on: www.alexandria.unisg.ch
University of St.Gallen (HSG)

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The SIM programme offers much more than a degree. Behind these three letters lies a vast and breathtaking community, as well as new friendships and experiences. The programme offers a unique insight into diversity and interpersonal skills. Being part of the SIM programme is like becoming part of a large multicultural family.
Lucy Jane Baumgartner
United Kingdom, SIM
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Masters Programme in Strategy and International Management
The mission of the Masters Programme in Strategy and International Management (SIM) is to provide students with the advanced knowledge of general management necessary for a successful career as respected and responsible managers, entrepreneurs or business consultants. The programme offers an integrative and interdisciplinary approach, because only an approach of this nature is capable of conveying the ability to cope with the complex management challenges of our time. The aspiration to act independently of all interests and the commitment to upholding high ethical and academic standards serve as the basis of the SIM. The SIM programme offers a graduate education in strategy and international management. The programme builds upon the disciplines of strategy, leadership, finance, marketing, organisational behaviour and international management. Advanced courses in these majors are complemented by so-called SIM Integratives, which explore major management challenges of our time by taking a holistic approach to the relevant management disciplines. A carefully selected choice of SIM Integratives addresses issues at the heart of a company's success. The SIM curriculum unites the best of both worlds. It combines the academic rigour of a Master of Arts with the interactive nature and practice-oriented approach found in leading MBA programmes. This demanding curriculum also reflects the confidence the programme has in its students' abilities and potential.
SIM Advanced Management Courses (compulsory)

These courses advance our students' knowledge in the functional areas of management. Students explore advanced theories and concepts, and they examine managerial practice as well as engaging in scientific discussion. The prerequisite for this course type is a well-founded knowledge in the given field at Bachelor's Level.
SIM Integratives (core electives)

The SIM Integrative courses focus on subjects of widespread and current interest in the field of management. Multi-disciplinary perspectives are needed in order to be able to embrace these subjects and explore ways to successfully cope with the major management challenges of our time. The course lecturers are practising researchers in their respective fields and bring both their practical and subject-related experiences into the classroom.
SIM International Project

Each student is required to engage in a challenging and international project (internship worth 6 ECTS) which has to be independently defined, planned, initiated, successfully completed and reflected upon.
SIM Diversity in Action

This course type entails various events, workshops and other formats to enable students to blend individual and collective learning and development with socialising, networking and honing intercultural competencies.
Placed 4th in the Financial Times Global Masters in Management Ranking 2010 !
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Before I participated in the SIM double degree programme at the HSG in St.Gallen and at the Nanyang Business School Singapore, I graduated as an engineer from the Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich and worked in the consulting industry for two years. The SIM double degree programme was an excellent choice to pursue my Master's studies in a challenging and international environment. The insights I gained during my time in Asia are a great asset in today's business world.
Daniel Dahinden, Switzerland

Corporate Development Manager, Sulzer AG, Switzerland
Students may choose from a range of different independent electives, offered both by the SIM programme and other Master's programmes. Thus students have the opportunity to acquire additional knowledge of specific fields of interest. In the course of the three semesters, courses to the equivalent of 12 ECTS must be chosen.
Educational partnerships provide SIM students with the following opportunities: Double degree programme with the Nanyang Business School in Singapore. The Nanyang Business School is one of the top business schools in Asia. It is committed to excellent teaching, an innovative curriculum and quality research. It is the only business school in Singapore and the fifth in Asia to achieve full EQUIS accreditation. An exclusive double degree programme provides our students with the unique opportunity to gain both Asian and European perspectives on business. Students simultaneously earn themselves an MBA at the Nanyang Business School in Singapore and a high-profile SIM Master's degree at the University of St.Gallen. CEMS Master in International Management Double degree programmes with ESADE, Barcelona, Spain; HEC, Paris, France; RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam, Netherlands; Universit Commerciale Luigi Bocconi, Milan, Italy; and FGV-EAESP, Fundaao Getulio Vargas, So Paulo, Brazil Exchange programmes with 150 partner universities worldwide
Corporate Partnerships
The SIM programme has close ties to the business world. Internationally operating companies, which are among the leaders in their fields, support the SIM programme as corporate sponsors, such as McKinsey & Company, Deloitte or Novo Nordisk. This cooperation includes interactive workshops, lectures and invitations to visit their offices as well as attractive international internships.

In addition to offering students an internationally oriented curriculum, we also enable them to experience foreign cultures and perspectives first hand.
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Career Perspectives
The rigorous curriculum, which fosters academic excellence, intercultural and linguistic skills, as well as an interdisciplinary problem-solving approach, optimally equips SIM students for top international management positions. Many find interesting positions in consultancy firms. Others start a career in the consumer goods industry, in the financial services sector, pharmaceuticals or in academia. Subject to a students grades, this Masters degree will also enable him/her to pursue a promising academic career as it provides access to Ph.D. programmes.
SIM Content Grid

Marketing & Consumer Behaviour Organisational Behaviour & Change
Integratives
International Management
Strategic Management
Financial Management
Alliance & Network Strategy Corporate Brand Management Corporate Strategy & Governance Corporate Entrepreneurship Mergers & Acquisitions Professional Service Firms Organising for Sustained Corporate Growth Corporate Governance
Recognised Bachelors degree in management, business administration (or equivalent) or a recognised Master's or Licentiates degree in any academic field. Bachelors grade average GMAT: a minimum of 650 points Proficiency in the English language CV Letter of motivation Extracurricular activities The admission criteria may be subject to change. Please consult our website for the latest admission criteria. Detailed information regarding admission criteria: www.admissions.unisg.ch www.sim.unisg.ch For specific questions: admissions@unisg.ch
General Management Disciplines
Research in Management
Strategic Leadership
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Curriculum
Compulsory Subjects Core Electives
Core Studies
3rd sem. Integratives Alliance & Network Strategy Corporate Brand Management Corporate Strategy & Governance Corporate Entrepreneurship Mergers & Acquisitions Professional Service Firms Organising for Sustained Corporate Growth Corporate Governance (choose 2 out of 8)
Contextual Studies SIM in Practice
SIM International Project
2nd sem.
Advanced Management Courses II Marketing & Consumer Behaviour Organisational Behaviour & Change (choose 1) Advanced Management Courses I Strategic Management International Management Strategic Leadership Financial Management Research in Management
1st sem.
Credits
24 ECTS
8 ECTS Integrative 6 ECTS International Project 4 ECTS Diversity in Action
12 ECTS
18 ECTS
6 ECTS
12 ECTS
Profile
Class of 2010 Class size: 40 students Average age: 25 Male / Female: 66% / 34% Nationalities represented: 14 International students: 70% Average GMAT: 680 points Job offers before graduation: 2.6 Average starting wage: CHF 97,000* Average salary range: CHF 91,000 - CHF 115,000**
Schedule & Tuition

Start: Each Autumn Semester in September. Duration: 90 ECTS, average time to completion is 3 to 4 semesters (full-time programme) Tuition fees: CHF 1,170 per semester
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Diversity in Action
Leadership Skills
Masters Thesis
Masters Programme in Strategy and International Management
Faculty
Dr. Omid Aschari, MBA Prof. Dr. Heike Bruch Prof. Steven Floyd, PhD Prof. Dr. Peter Gomez Prof. Dr. Martin Hilb Dr. Markus Kreutzer Prof. Dr. Christoph Lechner Dr. Markus Menz Prof. Dr. Gnter Mller-Stewens Prof. Dr. Sven Reinecke Prof. Dr. Winfried Ruigrok Dr. Torsten Schmid Prof. Dr. Marcus Schoegel Prof. Dr. Chris Steyaert Prof. Dr. Thorsten Tomczak Dr. Thorsten Truijens Dr. Alexander Zimmermann
Contact
For any questions regarding the contents and the structure of the Master's Programme in Strategy and International Management, please contact:
Prof. Dr. Gnter Mller-Stewens Academic Director
Dr. Omid Aschari, MBA Executive Director
Odise Mattle, BSc Senior Assistant to Executive Director
More information on our faculty members and their fields of research can be found on: www.alexandria.unisg.ch

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Financial Times Ranking

The SIM programme is ranked in 4th place in the Financial Times Global Masters in Management Ranking 2010. Per criteria the SIM was ranked: Number 1 for value for money Number 1 for aims achieved Number 3 for placement success Number 3 for weighted salary
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I chose the MiQE/F programme because it uniquely combines quantitative methods with finance and other economic subjects. Students benefit from close contact with an international faculty. When questions and new challenges arise, professors are always ready to help at short notice. People who are looking for an academically demanding programme in a familiar atmosphere will be in the right place.
Audrius Mozuras
Lithuania, MiQE/F
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Masters Programme in Quantitative Economics and Finance
The Masters Programme in Quantitative Economics and Finance (MiQE/F) offers a high-quality graduate education in economic theory, finance, and quantitative methods. Apart from a common set of core courses, our students select from a larger menu of optional courses to specialise in economics, finance, or a combination of both. The unique feature of the programme is to combine rigorous economic and finance theory with quantitative empirical methods to analyse and solve challenging practical problems in economics, finance and the private sector. Being equipped with rigorous statistical and econometric methods and an expert knowledge of economics and finance, our graduates are uniquely positioned on the job market to successfully compete for the most challenging career opportunities in science, the private sector and national and international policy institutions. The curriculum consists of eight compulsory courses with three or four credits each, a menu of core and independent electives, and a variety of courses for contextual studies. During the first semester students acquire basic methods and a theoretical knowledge of economics, finance and econometrics, as well as of mathematics and statistics. This intensive first semester establishes a common basis for all the students with different backgrounds. The second semester involves advanced application-oriented work and problemsolving in the student's field of specialisation. The third semester is devoted to writing the Master's thesis and applying the acquired skills to explore a concrete research topic. There is some overlap with the courses offered in the Ph.D. programme in Economics and Finance (PEF), which underlines the high academic standard of the MiQE/F programme.
We encourage our students to acquire practical experience and to establish contacts for their future career start. For this reason practice credits are awarded for qualified internships, which are credited to curricular courses.
Cooperation with LGT

The LGT Group The Wealth and Asset Management Group owned by the Princely House of Liechtenstein has been a cooperation partner of the MiQE/F since autumn 2008. Since 2009, a prize for the best MiQE/F degree result has been awarded every year by LGT. This award amounts to CHF 5,000. Furthermore, students may have the opportunity to do internships at LGT, where they can earn practice credits.

The Master's Programme in Quantitative Economics and Finance recommends its students to study a semester abroad in the network of partner universities and other schemes for student exchange: The MiQE/F is part of the Quantitative Economics European Network (QUEEN), a network of several universities that offer Masters programmes of sufficient depth and of high quality in quantitative economics and/or finance. Our students will have the opportunity to spend one semester in one of the other programmes. The first partner in this network is the Englishlanguage programme Master of Quantitative Economics at the Goethe University Frankfurt in Germany. CEMS Master in International Management Double degree programmes with ESADE, Barcelona, Spain; HEC, Paris, France; RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; and Universit Commerciale Luigi Bocconi, Milano, Italy
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To extend the choice of courses, the University of St.Gallen and the University of Constance (Germany) have agreed upon cooperation at the Master's Level. MiQE/F students thus have the opportunity to choose certain courses from the Master's Programme in International Economic Relations at the University of Constance, and vice versa. Exchange programmes with 150 partner universities worldwide
prepares participants for ambitious careers that require a good education in economics, finance and quantitative methods. The competitive advantage of MiQE/F graduates on the job market is the combination of quantitative methods and expert knowledge of economics and finance. The analysis of complex real world problems in international economic policy making, financial sector developments and private industry increasingly requires the use of rigorous quantitative and theoretical methods and thereby creates a rising demand for our alumni. In addition, MiQE/F is an ideal preparation for demanding Ph.D. programmes in Economics, Econometrics and/or Finance.
Reasons for Enrolling in the Masters Programme in Quantitative Economics and Finance
Competitive advantage on the job market: because nowadays, good jobs for economists, in economics as well as in finance, require a profound knowledge of the methods of empirical research and analysis. Flexibility: make your own decision as to whether you want to specialise in Econometrics, Economics or Finance. Faculty: work with a comparatively young and internationally recognised faculty that is an active part of the scientific community.
Career Perspectives
Graduates with an economics degree often lack an in-depth education and extensive training in quantitative methods, whereas mathematicians and statisticians often lack the necessary background in economics or finance. MiQE/F
High educational standard: the MiQE/F adheres strictly to the highest international economic standards. Benefit from small class sizes. International setting: work with students and lecturers from different countries all over the world and from
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What distinguishes MiQE/F most from other Masters Programmes in economics is its focus on quantitative methods. MiQE/F provides students with sound analytical skills that are very essential in todays working life. In particular, students acquire the ability to understand what is actually behind the models commonly used for instance in the financial world. In my job in hedge fund selection it is important to fully grasp a variety of trading and investment styles; the rigorous multidisciplinary training has provided me with a good basis!
Nicole Antoinette Bttner, Jamaica and Germany

Investment Research Analyst, GeA multigestion, Paris
different cultural backgrounds. All lectures and examinations are in English. Ph.D: a successful completion of MiQE/F will be an ideal preparation for our demanding Ph.D. programme in Economics and Finance (PEF). Student participation: faculty members and students often meet informally in order to discuss further improvements, so students actually have the possibility of actively contributing to and participating in the development of the programme.
Minimum GRE score of 740 points Proficiency in the English language
Variety Management
Special Variety Management criteria are applicable for students from countries outside the European Union and the European Economic Area (EEA). If these criteria are fulfilled, students may be admitted with a minimum GRE score of 700 points. The admission criteria may be subject to change. Please consult our website for the latest admission criteria. www.admissions.unisg.ch www.miqef.unisg.ch For specific questions: admissions@unisg.ch
Recognised Bachelors degree in Economics (or equivalent) or a recognised Master's or Licentiates degree in any academic field.
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Curriculum
Core Studies
3rd sem. Field Courses: Finance/Econometrics (2 of 4) Quantitative Risk Management Asset Pricing Microeconometrics Time Series Econometrics Economics (1 of 3) Public Economics Labour Economics Industrial Organisation Other core electives courses to the amount of 4 ECTS 1st sem. Mathematics Statistics Advanced Macroeconomics I Advanced Microeconomics I Econometrics I Theory of Finance
Contextual Studies
Advanced Mathematics and Statistics Econometrics II
Credits
30 ECTS
16 ECTS
8 ECTS
18 ECTS
6 ECTS
Leadership Skills
2nd sem.
12 ECTS
Profile
Class of 2010 Class size: 30 Average age: 24 Male / female: 70% / 30% Nationalities represented: 7 International students: 50% Average GRE: 760 points Job offers before graduation: 2.2 Average starting wage: CHF 97,000* Average salary range: CHF 91,000 - CHF 115,000**
Schedule & Tuition

Start: Starting in September (Autumn Semester) is recommended, but the programme can also be started in February (Spring Semester). Duration: 90 ECTS, average duration of studies is 3-4 semesters (full-time programme) Tuition fees: CHF 1,170 per semester
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Faculty
Prof. Dr. Francesco Audrino Prof. Dr. Stefan Bhler Prof. Enrico De Giorgi, Ph.D. Dr. Eva Deuchert Prof. Simon J. Evenett, Ph.D. Prof. Dr. Matthias Fengler Prof. Dr. Manfred Grtner Dr. Philipp Guyer Prof. Dr. Christian Keuschnigg Prof. Dr. Gebhard Kirchgssner Prof. Dr. Martin Kolmar Prof. Dr. Michael Lechner Prof. Dr. Heinz Mller Prof. Paul Sderlind, Ph.D. Prof. Dr. Uwe Sunde
Contact
For any questions regarding the contents and the structure of the Master's Programme in Quantitative Economics and Finance, please contact:
Prof. Dr. Christian Keuschnigg Academic Director
Martina Flockerzi Executive Director
More information on our faculty members and their fields of research can be found on: www.alexandria.unisg.ch

Department of Economics Varnbelstrasse 19 CH-9000 St.Gallen Switzerland Phone +41 (0)71 224 23 25 Fax +41 (0)71 224 31 35 E-Mail: miqef@unisg.ch www.miqef.unisg.ch
What I particularly like about the Masters Programme in International Affairs and Governance is the linkage between theory and practice. We are able to cooperate with experts from international organisations, such as the World Bank or the WTO and gain insights into the problems and challenges of our future professional lives. This project work shows how important the integrative approach of the University of St.Gallen is since problems always have to be viewed from several perspectives.
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Master's Programme in International Affairs and Governance
The Master of Arts in International Affairs and Governance (MIA) is designed for students who seek a professional career in business, government, non-profit organisations and international agencies. MIA graduates are trained as generalists and are skilled at integrating the specialist knowledge required to address todays pressing political, economic, and social problems. Combining interdisciplinary study with a resultoriented approach, the MIA programme prepares graduates for a world in which leaders and professionals must increasingly be able to work across borders, disciplines and sectors. The MIA programme is based on an interdisciplinary curriculum that covers economics, political science, business administration and law. Compulsory courses provide the conceptual foundations, research methods and in-depth knowledge needed for a thorough understanding of complex international affairs issues. Core electives such as specific courses, tutorials and practical projects enable students to choose and refine their areas of specialisation, thus developing a professional portfolio of their own. Writing a Masters thesis permits students to concentrate on a research question in a subject area of their choice. Our programme is particularly strong in the fields of trade and development, peace and security, as well as democracy and governance. The curriculum skilfully merges St.Gallens proven expertise in economics and business with the analytical study of practical issues pertaining to politics and society as a whole.
Linking theory to practice is a top priority in the MIA programme. There are several ways of bringing theoretical analysis to bear on the solution of distinctly practical problems. Our students participate in projects with experts from international organisations such as the World Bank or the World Trade Organization (WTO). They may earn credits towards their final degree through internships in companies and in public institutions. The University of St.Gallen has a longstanding commitment to provide its students with a rigorous practical training so as to facilitate their smooth transition from university life to professional life as much as possible.

Double Degrees and other Programmes
The MIA offers students the possibility of participating in attractive double degree programmes. Application is on a competitive basis. At present, there are partnerships with the Institut dEtudes Politiques (Sciences Po) in Paris, with The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy of Tufts University in Medford, Boston, and the Graduate School of International Studies of Yonsei University in Seoul, Korea. Further double degree programmes are in preparation. CEMS Master in International Management Specific exchange programmes with: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, Singapore; School of International Relations, St. Petersburg State University; The Graduate Institute (HEID), Geneva, Switzerland Exchange programmes with 150 partner universities worldwide
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The MIA allowed me to come to terms with a variety of topics such as European integration, international trade, political theory and the reform of public institutions. The courses were very demanding and the instructors were stimulating and easily accessible. The joint diploma programme with Sciences Po afforded me the opportunity to spend a year in Paris. Finally, the MIA led to my obtaining a much sought after position in the private sector.
Werner Schfer, Germany

International Consultant in Berlin and Ph.D. Student at the HSG
International partner: APSIA

The University of St.Gallen is a member of the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA), which comprises thirty-four leading schools in the United States, Europe and Asia. APSIA promotes excellence in professional graduate education worldwide by sharing information and ideas among member schools and the wider international affairs community. www.apsia.org
Career Perspectives
The MIA programme opens the door to a great variety of careers in the public, private and non-profit sectors. For the past ten years, our graduates have gone on to work in banking and financial institutions, insurance companies, consulting firms and other multinational corporations, federal, state and local governments, development agencies, international organisations and diplomacy, the media, political parties, NGOs, non-profit organisations, as well as universities and research centres. Moreover, the MIA programme prepares students for St.Gallens Ph.D. programme in International Affairs and Political Economy.
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Recognised Bachelors degree in International Affairs (or equivalent) or a recognised Master's or Licentiates degree in any academic field Admission criteria for foreign nationals: international test (GMAT: a minimum of 650; or GRE: a minimum of 740; or LSAT: a minimum of 161) or admission test of the University of St.Gallen (available in German only) Proficiency in the English language Letter of motivation Reference letter by academics
Variety Management
Special Variety Management criteria are applicable for students from countries outside the European Union and the European Economic Area (EEA). If these criteria are fulfilled, students may be admitted with a minimum GMAT score of 600 points, a minimum GRE score of 700, or a minimum LSAT score of 156 points. The admission criteria may be subject to change. Please consult our website for the latest admission criteria. www.admissions.unisg.ch www.mia.unisg.ch For specific questions: admissions@unisg.ch
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Curriculum
Core Studies
3rd sem.
Contextual Studies
Tutorials
Classics and Major Works of: Political Science Economics Business Administration Public International Law
Specific Courses (examples):

The International Financial Architecture International Economic Policy Analysis WTO Seminar Applied Development Economics Economic Models of Growth and Development Climate Change, Trade and Competitiveness Foreign Policy Strategies Security Governance Asia-Pacific Security Global Communication and International Affairs Politics and the Media Foreign Policy and Democracy Private Actors in International Affairs Organisational Behaviour International Public Management
2nd sem.
Practical Projects
Development Cooperation Public Management World Bank Projects Public Affairs Management
1st sem.
Interdisciplinary Core Course Political Theory Research Methods International Business Regulation and Firm Strategy
Credits
27 ECTS
19 ECTS
8 ECTS
18 ECTS
6 ECTS
12 ECTS
Profile MIA
Class of 2010 Class size: 76 students Average age: 26 Male / female: 58% / 42% Nationalities represented: 10 International students: 38% Average GMAT: 720 points Job offers before graduation: 1.9 Average starting wage: CHF 97,000* Average salary range: CHF 91,000 - CHF 115,000**
Schedule & Tuition

Start: February (Spring Semester) or September (Autumn Semester) Duration: 90 ECTS, average duration of study 3-4 semesters (full-time programme) Tuition fees: CHF 1,170 per semester
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Masters Thesis
Masters Programmes in International Affairs and Governance
Faculty
Prof. Daniele Caramani, Ph.D. Prof. James W. Davis, Ph.D. Prof. Simon Evenett, Ph.D. Prof. Dr. Christoph Frei Prof. Dr. Dr. Roland Kley Prof. Dirk Lehmkuhl, Ph.D. Prof. Dr. Kerstin Odendahl Prof. Dr. Kuno Schedler
Contact
For any questions regarding the contents and the structure of the Master's Programme in International Affairs and Governance (MIA), please contact:
Prof. Dirk Lehmkuhl, Ph.D. Academic Director
In addition, the MIA programme draws on a distinguished faculty of scholars from all the Universitys departments as well as on practitioners and experts from international institutions and the private sector: Prof. Dr. Anne van Aaken; Prof. Dr. Jrg Baumberger; Prof. Dr. Thomas Eberle; Prof. Dr. Bernhard Ehrenzeller; Prof. Dr. Carsten Fink; PD Dr. Michael Graff; Prof. Dr. Heiner Hnggi; Dr. Urs Heierli; Prof. Dr. Miriam Meckel; Prof. Dr. Philippe Mastronardi; Prof. Dr. Silvano Moeckli; Prof. Dr. Peter Moser; Prof. Dr. Isabella Proeller; Dr. Roland Scherer; Prof. Dr. h.c. Wolfgang Schrer; lic.rer.pol. Pietro Veglio, Prof. Dr. Martin Kolmar, Prof. Dr. Ren Schaffhauser, Prof. Dr. A. Ziegler
Prof. Dr. Christoph Frei Academic Director
Dr. Daniela Engelmann Executive Director

Master of Arts in International More information on our faculty members and their fields of research can be found on: www.alexandria.unisg.ch Affairs and Governance (MIA) Varnbelstrasse 19 CH-9000 St.Gallen Switzerland Phone +41 (0)71 224 31 33 E-Mail: mia@unisg.ch www.mia.unisg.ch
International Orientation
The University of St.Gallen (HSG) encourages and enables its students to supplement their academic curriculum with international experience. Double degrees, exchange programmes, students from all over the world, an international faculty, internationally orientated curriculum and networks give students the opportunity to experience foreign cultures and perspectives at first hand.
International Exchange Terms Exchange Terms

All students at the University of St.Gallen have the opportunity to spend an exchange term at one of our 150 partner universities worldwide. www.exchange.unisg.ch
International students and faculty:

34% of students come from 80 different nations 48% of the faculty come from abroad selected visiting professors from various countries
Special Exchange for MIA Students

Students of the Masters in International Affairs and Governance can participate in special exchange programmes with the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, Singapore, the School of International Relations, St.Petersburg State University, and the Graduate Institute (HEID), Geneva.
Networks:
The Global Alliance in Management Education (CEMS) Partnership in International Management (PIM) Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA)
Exchange in the QUEEN network

The Masters in Quantitative Economics and Finance is part of the Quantitative Economics European Network (QUEEN). Students have the opportunity to spend one semester at a QUEEN partner university.
The HSG supports international networking with (a selection):

Hubs in Singapore, So Paulo, Beijing Asia Research Center The Sino-Swiss Management Training Programme Centro Latinoamericano-Suizo de la Universidad de San Gallen
Summer Study Programme

The HSGs summer study programme Doing Business in Europe Finance & Strategy is a 4-week intensive course offered in English. The programme is primarily targeted at undergraduate students in Business Administration and Economics at both partner and non-partner institutions. www.ssp.unisg.ch
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International exchange programmes give students firsthand, personal experience in foreign countries. In this photo, HSG student Christoph Schleiffer (right) and some other students visited the colonial village of Barichara during his exchange semester in Bogot.
A Selection of Our Prestigious Partners

AGSM MBA Programs, UNSW, Sydney, Australia Babson College, Boston, USA Beijing University, Beijing, China CEIBS, Shanghai, China Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Columbia University, New York, USA Cornell University, Ithaca, USA Duke University, Durham, USA Fudan University, Shanghai, China Fundaao Getulio Vargas, So Paulo, Brazil Hitotsubashi University, Tokyo, Japan IESA, Caracas, Venezuela IIM, Ahmedabad, India IIM, Bangalore, India Insper So Paulo, So Paulo, Brazil Kellogg School of Management, Evanston, USA LSE, London, United Kingdom Nanyang Technological University, Singapore National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan National University of Singapore, Singapore NYU Stern, New York, USA Queen's University, Ontario, Canada R. Ivey School of Business, Toronto, Canada Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea Technolgico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico Thammasat University, Bangkok, Thailand Tsinghua University, Beijing, China Universidad de los Andes, Bogot, Colombia Universidad del Pacif ico, Lima, Peru Universidad San Andres, Buenos Aires, Argentina University of California, Los Angeles, USA Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia www.unisg.ch Wits Business School, Johannesburg, South39 Africa
Double Degree Programmes
CEMS Masters in International Management (CEMS MIM)

CEMS The Global Alliance in Management Education is a strategic alliance of the worlds leading business schools and multinational companies. The University of St.Gallen (HSG) has been a member of CEMS since 1989. The global network of 27 world-class academic institutions provides our students with an opportunity of obtaining the CEMS MIM in parallel with their Masters programme. This double degree in a network of renowned management schools and over 60 corporate partners has occupied a leading position in the global FT Ranking for Masters Programmes in Management for years. The flagship programme CEMS MIM is based on three cornerstones: intellectual competencies, professional competencies and practical competencies. These are provided by an exclusive one-year curriculum that consists of CEMS compulsory subjects in strategic and cross-cultural management, CEMS electives, CEMS business projects, block seminars and skill seminars. The students need to obtain a high level in management business communication in two foreign languages. A compulsory internship abroad and an exchange semester at a CEMS school conclude the programme. www.cems.org www.cems.unisg.ch cems@unisg.ch The one-year CEMS Masters in International Management (CEMS MIM) degree programme is exclusive to students studying at CEMS partner universities. HSG students can apply for this double degree programme during the Autumn Semester. The attractive CEMS programme is suitable for outstanding students who want to hone their high academic standards and professional skills, to enhance their ability to perform effectively in a fast-changing environment, to develop an empathy with different cultures, values and behaviours and the willingness to take responsibility within society, as well as to make themselves fit for global leadership roles. The alliance of universities, corporate partners, CEMS students and alumni creates the best conditions for this and for subsequent career opportunities.
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CEMS MIM students are able to apply their knowledge in business projects with corporate partners.
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DM2 Double Degree Programme

Five of the top European business schools operate the DM2 double degree programme under the aegis of DAFME (Double Degree Agreement for Management Education in Europe). ESADE, Barcelona HEC, Paris RSM Erasmus University, Rotterdam Universit Commerciale Luigi Bocconi, Milan University of St.Gallen (HSG) More than 30 different Masters programmes from all the universities are involved in this double degree programme. This results in a wide variety of programme combinations for more extensive studies in the same or a similar major or for the choice of an additional major. After 22.5 years of successful studies, selected HSG students obtain two full Masters degrees from leading European universities. DM2 graduates also enjoy the very best career opportunities and close links with both universities and their alumni organisations. (This offer is not available for MIA students)
Double Degree Programmes with APSIA Member Schools

As a member of the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA), the HSG is able to offer students of the Masters in International Affairs and Governance double degree programmes with the following universities: Institut dEtudes Politiques (Sciences Po) in Paris, France The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy of Tufts University in Medford, Boston, USA Graduate School of International Studies of Yonsei University in Seoul, Korea MIA students spend one year at our partner university and one year at the University of St.Gallen. The close cooperation between the two institutions and the mutual recognition of course work ensures students receive a high-quality education with a genuine cross-border reach. After two years students will have obtained a Master's degree from each of the two institutions. Further double degree programmes are in preparation.
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FGV-EAESP Double Degree Programme

Together with FGV-EAESP (Fundao Getulio Vargas, Escola de Administrao de Empresas de So Paulo) we have put together a double degree programme that, after 22.5 years of studies, offers you a Masters degree from the HSG as well as a second degree from the most renowned school of economics in Brazil. Students of the Masters Programmes in Strategy and International Management and in Banking and Finance are able to apply for this special double degree programme. www.exchange.unisg.ch
Our SIM and MBF students have the opportunity to apply for a double degree programme at the excellent FGV-EAESP in Brazil.
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Nanyang Double Degree Programme

The students of the Masters in Strategy and International Management can participate in a double degree programme with the Nanyang Business School in Singapore to obtain an MBA from the Nanyang Business School and a SIM Masters degree from the University of St.Gallen. www.sim.unisg.ch www.ntu.edu.sg
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Student Commitment
I chose the University of St.Gallen (HSG) because it is one of Europes top business schools. This is shown by the various rankings and by the EQUIS and AACSB International accreditations. Also, I love Switzerland because of its landscape with mountains, lakes, historic towns and the snow in winter. Thanks to the HSG, I found a very rewarding job at a global company based in Switzerland.
Yee Wen Yvonne Tay, Singapore

Associate, Strategic Corporate Development, Swiss Re
The Student Union

The Student Union is the official student representative body at the HSG and the umbrella organisation of all the associations and initiatives. Its representatives and the students work towards the realisation of their ideas and contribute to the development of the University. The University supports such students efforts and, in particular, encourages them to assume personal responsibility. www.myunisg.ch
entrepreneurial environment and the interfaces between business, politics and civil society. www.stgallen-symposium.org The oikos Model WTO is an international event with 60 students simulating the regular WTO minister conferences. www.modelwto.org More than 110 firms of international significance participate in the HSG TALENTS Conference and present themselves on the HSG Campus. www.hsgtalents.ch
Student Associations and Initiatives

Nearly 100 student associations and initiatives contribute to a rich and diverse university life. These associations range from international ones such as the Gateway to India, the Club Latinoamericano and the Cercle des Francophones to sports associations like the Snow and Mountain Sports Association, St.Gallen Sailing and the Aviation Group. But cultural associations like ProArte, an orchestra and the HSG Big Band also contribute towards the wide variety of leisure opportunities. The University of St.Gallen's students also organise events of international significance: The annual St.Gallen Symposium is the worlds leading platform for dialogue on key issues in management, the www.unisg.ch
Sport and Leisure Activities

To keep body and mind in balance, the University provides a gym, weights rooms, football field, tennis, basketball and beach volleyball court. The Universitys attractive location between Lake Constance and the Alps makes St.Gallen an ideal setting for all kinds of leisure activities, such as rock-climbing and sailing. The so-called Three Ponds are only a few minutes walk from the city centre: the three small lakes on a hill on the outskirts of the city serve as public swimming pools in the summer and as ice rinks in cold winters. The Peter and Paul Wildlife Park is situated near the University and is popular with students who want to go jogging and walking.
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University of St.Gallen students enjoy taking advantage of the many outdoor sports activities in the Swiss Alps.
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Career Perspectives
The St.Gallen Programmes will offer you an unprecedented proximity to practitioners. The University of St.Gallen has always maintained very close ties to the European business communities, enabling it to benefit fully from the prevalence and the expertise of the surrounding international companies.
Dr. oec. HSG Josef Ackermann

Chairman of the Management Board and the Group Executive Committee, Deutsche Bank, lic.oec. HSG, Dr. oec. HSG
Career Services Center (CSC-HSG)

Manage your career with us It pays to plan your career early on. The clearer you are about your competencies, values, interests and goals, the more focused you can be when developing job ideas, researching job opportunities, making contacts, using various offers on campus and discussing your career-related questions with company representatives. With its 3-tiered Career Management Programme, the Career Services Center supports you in different stages of your career planning from taking stock of your career and doing research (Assess) to setting goals and applying for jobs (Act) to starting your job and further developing your career (Achieve). Our Career Management Services at a glance Career Counselling: one-on-one assistance on all topics of our Career Management Programme Career Development Programme: HSG TALENTS Business Insights, seminars, workshops and training on career related topics Recruiting Events: HSG TALENTS Conference, HSG TALENTS Recruiting Days.
HSG TALENTS Online: CV publication, event sign-up, jobs and internship postings, company profiles, newsletter subscription Application Guidebook: consolidated know-how and practical support for your career planning process Career Library: Career Management literature Furthermore, we assist you with specific information about the work permit regulations in Switzerland for your respective nationality. While international students can work part-time during their studies, the regulation foresees a priority to Swiss and EU-nationals after graduation. The Career Management Team would be glad to speak to you to move you closer to your career objectives.
Career Management International Students Career Services Center (CSC-HSG) University of St. Gallen (HSG)
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The HSG TALENTS Conference is the University of St.Gallens official recruiting event, and as such one of the biggest in the German-speaking area. Our students are offered the excellent opportunity to establish contacts with more than 110 companies, to market themselves and to extend their network. www.hsgtalents.unisg.ch
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Labour Market
The labour market puts a premium on HSG degrees. On average, graduates are able to choose from 2.2 job offers. Search for employment: more than 80% of graduates already have a job at the time of graduation. The average salary of the first permanent job for holders of a Masters degree is CHF 95,000. The quota of HSG alumni in Swiss top management is outstanding. The HSG has the greatest placing power in Business Administration and is the runner-up with regard to Law.
(Source: Master Graduate Survey, 2008, University of St.Gallen)
Some of the HSG Alumni's Most Important Employers are:
HSG Alumni
HSG Alumni is the official organisation of former students of the University of St.Gallen. With more than 19,000 members and 90 Alumni Clubs on 4 continents, it is one of Europes leading associations of this type. It reinforces the alumnis lifelong bonds with the University, as well as the networks among its members, by means of numerous events and information platforms. www.alumni.unisg.ch
Strength. Performance. Passion.
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Financial Information
What does it cost to study at the HSG?

Students living costs vary according to their lifestyles. The Student Union bases its calculations on an annual budget of approximately CHF 24,000 per person.
upwards. In the fast-food outlets such as McDonalds and kebab stands, menus are more favourably priced.
Health Insurance
Various items of information about moving to St.Gallen and about health insurance schemes for foreign students can be found on the website of the City of St.Gallen. Students are required to take out a Swiss health insurance unless the Swiss authorities accept their original one. Costs start at around CHF 100 per month. www.stadt.sg.ch
Tuition Fees
Studying at the University of St.Gallen costs about CHF 26,500 per year, per student. A student's annual contribution amounts to less than 10%. The large remainder is defrayed by third parties in the form of sponsorship and by the Confederation and the cantons. Students will still have to pay the following tuition fees: application fee: CHF 250 tuition fees per semester of a regular degree course: CHF 1,170 (CHF 2,340 per year).
Travelling
In Switzerland, travelling by public transport is very convenient and is encouraged. Students are advised to obtain the Swiss Federal Railway halffare card in order to save 50% on all tickets. It is available for CHF 150 and valid for one year.
Accommodation
Prices for accommodation vary greatly depending on location, size and furnishings. If students share an apartment, they can obtain a single bedroom from CHF 450 upwards per month. Rents for small private studios range from CHF 650 upwards per month.
Swiss Grants
Switzerland also offers grants to international students. Interested parties should contact both the Swiss Embassy in their home country and Helen Obrist, the Federal Grant Officer of the University of St.Gallen at helen.obrist@unisg.ch. Swiss Embassy: www.eda.admin.ch www.studyfunding.unisg.ch
Food
A regular menu at the on-campus cafeteria costs about CHF 9. Students can find all kinds of restaurants and snack bars in town. Regular lunch menus are priced from around CHF 15
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Scholarships and Loan Funds at the HSG

We have two different types of funds to help you finance your studies. To ensure financially disadvantaged students are also able to study at the HSG, we have the Loan and Scholarship Fund. The fund offers scholarships and interest-free loans to students enrolled in the Bachelors or Masters Level. The purpose is to support students in need. To be eligible to apply for either form of aid, students must be enrolled for a minimum of one semester. The Starr International Foundation Scholarship Fund is set aside for highly talented foreign-language students with a recognised foreign Bachelors degree who are completing a Master's degree in one of the English-language programmes (MBF, SIM, MIQE/F, MIA). Exceptional students are identified by the Advice Center for Study Funding and asked to hand in an application.
Please check our website and contact Nadine Ballmer, Head of the Advice Center for Study Funding for further information on the above-mentioned or other options. www.studyfunding.unisg.ch E-Mail: studyfunding@unisg.ch
Money-Earning Opportunities
International students can apply to work 15 hours a week and full-time during the mid-term break. There are very few formalities on the part of the government. The university and its institutes are always looking for students to work on some project or do regular work. It is customary for a relatively high percentage of students to work at the University. Information for International Students can be found at: www.csc.unisg.ch
Expenses (CHF) Tuition Class Materials Rent (including utilities) Health Insurance (compulsory) Personal Liability and Home Insurance Radio, TV, Telephone, Internet Transport, Culture, Sport Food Miscellaneous (Household, Clothing) Total Expenses (CHF)
Annual 2,340 660 6,000 1,200 480 1,200 3,000 7,200 2,820 24,900
Monthly 195 55 500 100 40 100 250 600 235 2,075
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Academic Calendar and Application Process
Autumn Semester Application Deadline Start of Semester Mid-semester Break End of Semester Exams
April 30 Calendar week 38 Calendar weeks 44/45 Calendar week 51 Calendar weeks 37
Spring Semester
November 30 Calendar week 8 Calendar weeks 14/15 Calendar week 21 Calendar weeks 2529
Application Process
Applicants will have to fill in an online form and send various documents to the Admissions and Crediting Office of the University of St.Gallen. You can find the online form and all the necessary information under www.admissions.unisg.ch The online form can only be filled in during the application time windows. Application Time Frame: to start in September (Autumn Semester): 1 February to 30 April of the current year to start in February (Spring Semester): 1 September to 30 November of the preceding year
2. If you are unsure that you satisfy the admission criteria for a degree course at the University of St.Gallen, please send your certificates and an overview of your previous subjects/majors to the Admissions and Crediting Office for a pre-check by E-Mail: admissions@unisg.ch. This Office will establish whether you possess the necessary academic background. 3. If the Admissions and Crediting Office gives you a positive reply, you should sit an international test and possibly a language test if you have not done so already. You must submit the results of these tests by the end of the application deadline. 4. Apply online for the course in good time. During this process you will be told what documents you have to submit. Prepare these documents, send them to us, and pay your application fee. Once you have done that, you have completed the application for a degree course at the University of St.Gallen. If your application is accepted, you may take up your studies at the beginning of the following semester.
How to Apply for a Master's Degree Course

1. You will find all information pertaining to degree courses, admission criteria and deadlines on our website at www.unisg.ch. Please contact the administrative directors of the programmes to receive direct information about the contents of the courses.
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Education Fairs and Campus Visits

The HSG takes part in various education fairs worldwide. We would appreciate meeting you at a fair and explaining more about the HSG. If you would like to get an idea of the University in person, you are cordially welcome to visit our Campus. Please send an E-Mail to us at info@unisg.ch so that we can fix a date. www.fairs.unisg.ch
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Financial Times Ranking

Masters in Management:
4th place among the best business universities worldwide
Accreditations
The University of St.Gallen is committed to maintaining its high standard of education, which is internationally recognised, as well as its excellent quality of service on campus - these two aspects are considered to be ongoing for the HSG. It is for this reason that the HSG has introduced comprehensive measures of quality assurance and development. It also subjects itself to the scrutiny of the highest international quality standards by independent experts for the purpose of accreditations. Thus the HSG has earned the EQUIS (2001) and AACSB (2003) accreditations and consequently has obtained the two most demanding international seals of approval for business schools.
with the Master in Strategy and International Management

2nd place among the best business universities worldwide
with the CEMS Master in International Management (CEMS-MIM)
CHE Ranking
Excellence Ranking Economics Masters Programmes Business administration: top group in European, German-speaking countries Economics: top group in European, German-speaking countries International relations: top group in European, German-speaking countries
EQUIS
The European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) is a seal of approval that has been awarded by the Foundation for Management Development (EFMD, Brussels) ever since 1997 to institutions that meet its standards of quality. These standards include general criteria such as national ranking and resources, internationality and links to the business world.
Handelsblatt Ranking
Business research: 2nd place in European, German-speaking countries Economics research: 8th place in European, German-speaking countries www.rankings.unisg.ch
AASCB
The International Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) was founded in 1916 as a special agency designed to advance B.A. and M.A. programmes. Besides leading American business schools, the best international business schools have also been granted accreditation since 1997. www.quality.unisg.ch
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Useful Weblinks
Studying in Switzerland
www.swissuniversity.ch www.crus.ch www.eda.admin.ch www.sbf.admin.ch www.swissworld.org
Federal Department of Foreign Affairs Swiss Scholarships
This brochure contains information about the four English-language Masters Programmes of the University of St.Gallen (HSG). Please consult our website for information about the German-language Masters Programmes, as well for information about the Bachelors Level, the Ph.D. Programmes and the Executive School. The relevant brochures can also be ordered on or downloaded from our website.
Information about Switzerland Information about St.Gallen

www.st.gallen-bodensee.ch www.stadt.sg.ch
University of St.Gallen (HSG) 2010: The information in this publication is correct as of Sept. 2010, but the University of St.Gallen reserves the right to make changes affecting policies, fees, curricula, or any other matter announced in this publication without further notice. Editorial office: Marketing and Communication. Photos: Hannes Thalmann, University of St.Gallen.
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General Questions
University of St.Gallen (HSG) Office of Students Affairs Dufourstrasse 50 9000 St.Gallen Switzerland www.unisg.ch E-Mail: info@unisg.ch Phone: +41 (0)71 224 21 12
Questions Regarding Enrolment and Admission

www.admissions.unisg.ch E-Mail: admissions@unisg.ch
International Exchange
www.exchange.unisg.ch E-Mail: exchange@unisg.ch

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Graduate School of Business, Economics, Law and Social Sciences

International Masters Programmes from Switzerlands Leading Business University

University of St.Gallen (HSG): Degree Courses

Programme language German German German German German

Postgraduate Programmes leading to the degree of

English or German English English or German English or German German

English English or German

In Demand on the Labour Market

Unique Academic Structure

Worldwide HSG Alumni Network

Rankings and Accreditations

Professor Ernst Mohr, Ph.D.

The University of St.Gallen (HSG)

Contextual Studies The Academic Structure

Rankings and Accreditations

Master's Programme (10 Programs)

Master's Programme (11 Programmes)

Master's Level (1.52 years)

Bachelor's Level (2 years)

Assessment Level (1 year)

Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Major & Core Subjects (5 Majors)

Practical Experience Bachelor of Arts HSG B.A. HSG

Major & Core Subjects

Master of Arts HSG M.A. HSG

Facts about Switzerland

Switzerland is Situated in the Heart of Europe

Settling in St.Gallen - The Visa Process

Masters Programme in Banking and Finance

Curriculum: Contents and Structure

CFA Program Partnership

Danielle Brassel, Switzerland

International Exchange Programmes

Core Electives Contextual Studies

1 Research Seminar, e.g:

Financial Markets Financial Institutions Quantitative Methods

Schedule & Tuition

Critical Thinking and Cultural Awareness

Masters Programme in Banking and Finance

Prof. Dr. Manuel Ammann Academic Director

Dr. Rico von Wyss Executive Director

University of St.Gallen (HSG)

Masters Programme in Strategy and International Management

SIM Advanced Management Courses (compulsory)

SIM Integratives (core electives)

SIM International Project

SIM Diversity in Action

Daniel Dahinden, Switzerland

International Exchange Programmes

SIM Content Grid

General Management Disciplines

Contextual Studies SIM in Practice

SIM International Project

8 ECTS Integrative 6 ECTS International Project 4 ECTS Diversity in Action

Schedule & Tuition

Critical Thinking and Cultural Awareness

Masters Programme in Strategy and International Management

Prof. Dr. Gnter Mller-Stewens Academic Director

Dr. Omid Aschari, MBA Executive Director

Odise Mattle, BSc Senior Assistant to Executive Director

University of St.Gallen (HSG)