Master s Programme (MSc) in Banking and Finance

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1 Master s Programme (MSc) in Banking and Finance 1

2 Contents 1 Introduction 2 The Degree Programme at a Glance 3 A Consecutive Master s Programme 4 Why a Master s in Banking and Finance? 5 The Programme Objectives and profile Research-based and applied approaches Teaching and learning Programme focus Modules and Courses 10 Application and Admission Procedure 11 Coordination and Programme Management 13 A Collaboration between two Institutions 14 and two Universities The Lucerne School of Business ZHAW School of Management and Law Benefits of this collaboration 15 Information for Students/Contact Start of the new programme Instruction Places Costs 16 Locations

3 Introduction Innovative Master s Programme in Switzerland We are pleased to present a degree programme which makes a valuable contribution to the landscape of Swiss higher education: an MSc in Banking and Finance offered jointly by the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU) and the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). By combining their core competencies, the two universities are here deploying them to maximum advantage; the best lecturers in both institutions have been assigned to the project. The result is a master s programme of the highest quality. This master s programme was created in close collaboration with experts from the financial sector. Its content is a direct response to an increasing demand for highly qualified young professionals. It was felt to be of particular importance for students to have a substantial prior knowledge of banking and finance in order for the programme to provide advanced specialization in the fields concerned. The MSc programme has a concept enabling participants to work in a part-time job with a commitment of up to 40% of their time. Many students use this opportunity to further enhance their practical experience in the financial sector. The master s programme was first launched in the autumn of The programme in English starts in the autumn of Sixty new students every year, highly positive feedback from graduates, and the career development of our alumni are all proof of its effectiveness. Since the autumn of 2012, the MSc programme has been officially certified by FIBAA and the Swiss Center of Accreditation and Quality Assurance in Higher Education (OAQ), and recognized by the Swiss Federal government. The MSc programme in Banking and Finance focuses on the three core areas of corporate finance, investment and banking. In the individual specialist fields, students will learn how to examine various topics systematically and from a theoretically well-grounded perspective. Studying Banking and Finance in Switzerland is particularly interesting, as the Swiss financial centre plays a leading global role and has an international reputation as a preferred provider of financial services. Prof Dr Suzanne Ziegler Director, Department of Banking, Finance and Insurance ZHAW School of Management and Law Prof Dr Christoph Lengwiler, PhD Head of the Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ) Lucerne School of Business 1

4 The Degree Programme at a Glance The Master of Science in Banking and Finance (MSc Banking and Finance) is an advanced course of study offered jointly by the Lucerne School of Business and the ZHAW School of Management and Law. It builds on a bachelor s degree (or an equivalent qualification) in Business Administration with a specialization in Banking and Finance. The MSc in Banking and Finance provides students with a specialist management education based on research-based theory and practical applicability. The programme content was developed in response to clear market requirements and in close collaboration with the financial sector. During their final semester, students write a research-based master s thesis on a practically relevant topic. The programme takes four semesters to complete and is worth 90 ECTS credits, which is the equivalent of 2,700 hours of study. It is also possible to do the programme in 6 semesters. A new intake into the degree programme takes place every year. Lectures start in September. While enrolled in the programme students can hold a part-time job or do household work. Depending on a student s willingness and ability to deal with the pressure, this can amount to a maximum of 16 hours (40%) per week. Classes take place from Monday to Wednesday in Zug or Winterthur. Successful participants graduate with a Master of Science in Banking and Finance. This qualification enables holders to pursue interesting further career-development opportunities in the financial sector, both in Switzerland and abroad. 2

5 A Consecutive Master s Programme Since September 2008, Swiss universities of applied sciences have been offering consecutive master s programmes to the graduates of bachelor s programmes in their core disciplines. What is a consecutive Master s Programme and what are its benefits? Consecutive master s (MSc) programmes are aimed at graduates of bachelor s programmes with above-average ability who are keen to obtain an advanced research-based qualification. The minimum requirement for participation in such a consecutive master s programme is a bachelor s degree or an equivalent qualification. In general, consecutive master s programmes comprise a total of 90 ECTS credits. This is the equivalent of some 2,700 hours of study - usually accomplished in the course of four semesters. Not every Master s is the same The consecutive master s (MSc) programme is an advanced level educational qualification that builds on a bachelor s programme. It is not to be mistaken for an MAS (Master of Advanced Studies) or an MBA (Master of Business Administration) qualification. In Switzerland both the MAS and the MBA are university programmes of continuing education aimed at professionals with several years of relevant work experience. The effort needed to obtain a Master of Science is greater and research-based performance is weighted more heavily. Consecutive master s programmes build on the skills and knowledge acquired at bachelor s level. They offer specialized knowhow with a focus on research-based skills. At the same time, they are geared towards practical application. They promote analytical and reflective skills and enhance the career prospects of those aspiring to middle and senior management positions. Many master s programmes allow students to work part-time. Their newly acquired knowledge can therefore be immediately transferred to the job, thus promoting simultaneous professional development. As a result of the educational reforms of the Bologna Progress, a consecutive master s degree is recognized all over the world, which also enables graduates to pursue a career abroad. 3

6 Why a Master s in Banking and Finance? Financial services providers need highly-qualified professionals The prevailing climate of challenges and turbulence in the financial sector has had a dampening effect on the growth rates we used to take for granted. This has however led to an increasing demand for talented young professionals able to help bring about the necessary changes and move into senior managerial positions in the future. These individuals must have sound specialist knowledge, analytical skills, an entrepreneurial mind-set, leadership skills, and a highly developed orientation towards action. The curriculum of the MSc in Banking and Finance is geared towards precisely such a profile. The Swiss financial centre is a central pillar of the Swiss economy, generating over 10% of Swiss GDP. In particular, Switzerland plays a leading global role in wealth management. Roughly one third of all private assets invested abroad are managed by Swiss banks. Switzerland s political and social stability, and the excellence of Swiss banking account for its international reputation as a preferred provider of financial services. Valuable qualification with interesting career prospects The MSc in Banking and Finance is a programme of higher professional and managerial education that is built on research-based principles, is practically oriented and internationally recognised. It provides the basis for successful career development in the financial sector or in a corporate financial environment. By systematically linking research-based methods and practical know-how throughout their course of study, students acquire the tools that will enable them to solve new kinds of problems, keep the upper hand in complex situations, and make sound decisions. The Scope of an MSc in Banking and Finance Graduates of this master s programme can benefit from excellent career opportunities, especially in the medium to long-term. Their qualifications enable them to follow careers in the financial sector both at the operational and the strategic level. Future employers include banks and financial services providers, pension funds, investment trusts, wealth management and financial consultants, as well as audit firms and the financial departments of companies in every sector. Frequently, graduates of bachelor s programmes with a specialization in Banking and Finance start out as credit analysts, private client consultants (retail banking), or controllers in the banking sector. A master s degree is the gateway to many other entry-level career opportunities. In the area of financing operations graduates may find employment in mergers & acquisitions and in investment banking; in the management of financial services providers, they work in risk management/asset-liability management or in corporate development; in the area of investment, multiple opportunities are also available in the private equity and hedge fund sectors, in structuring products, and in research. These days, new wealth management consultants usually also require a master s degree. 4

7 The Programme Our Master of Science in Banking and Finance is a uniquely specialized master s programme. It builds on a bachelor s in Business Administration with a specialization in Banking and Finance. In other words, it continues on from a specialization that has been previously acquired and advances it further. Objectives and profile The profile of the MSc in Banking and Finance is derived from the goal of preparing students for demanding roles in the financial sector or closely related fields, in accordance with the current state of the art in the relevant fields. As a university of applied sciences, we strive for a balanced relationship between a research-based foundation and a consistent practical orientation which, ideally, links higher education with commerce and industry. At the same time, a master s degree programme expands students general skills in line with the objectives of higher level university education. A master s degree programme therefore aims to expand and consolidate both the professional and the methodological skills of participants. These objectives are the basis for the factors that set the MSc in Banking and Finance apart from similar programmes offered by other tertiary-level institutions: In contrast to other master s programmes, we only admit students who have a specialization in Banking and Finance as part of their bachelor s qualification worth at least 30 ECTS credits. Students therefore already have a solid specialist knowledge of corporate finance (financing), financial services management, financial instruments (investments), and financial markets. While the programme focuses on banking and finance, it has, at the same time, a broad outlook and offers a range of further specialization options. The programme takes four semesters to complete, with classes scheduled for the first half of the week to allow students to work at least part-time. As a result, possibilities to link theoretical concepts with practical experience are not only provided by the lecturers but also come from the students themselves. The language of instruction is English. Research-based and applied approaches A large part of the programme, nearly half in fact, is devoted to applied research. Students acquire advanced research and methodological skills; they carry out applied research projects and write a research-based master s thesis on a topic of practical relevance. We consider it to be of vital importance to convey research-based skills that can be used to solve real-life problems in the professional world. Teaching and learning The programme generally follows the principles of blended learning: classroom instruction, self-study, and e-learning are combined in ways that are conducive to learning. In order to ensure that the research-based and applied approaches are integrated effectively, lecturers at the master s level are all senior lecturers with relevant university qualifications as well as current practical experience. In both teaching locations students can access Bloomberg terminals and set up a personal Bloomberg account. The MSc in Banking and Finance programme consists of 12 modules that together promote entrepreneurial, professional, and methodological know-how. 5

8 Programme focus Advanced understanding of the markets for financial services and the environment of financial services providers Management of financial services institutions and their employees Dealing with the specific problems of financing and investments Systematic risk management in the financial services sector Applying well-founded concepts to address concrete practical challenges Ability to apply research-based methods in carrying out practically oriented research projects A master s thesis which makes an individual contribution to applied research literature and uses the professional and methodological skills acquired 4th Semester 3th Semester 2nd Semester 1st Semester Retail Banking Business Banking Private Banking Investment Banking Domestic International Module 1, 6 Credits Market and Environment of Financial Institutions Module 2, 6 Credits Management of Financial Institutions Module 3, 6 Credits Risk Management Module 4, 6 Credits Controlling and Business Processes in Banks Module 5, 6 Credits Investments Module 6, 6 Credits Alternative Investments Module 7, 6 Credits Corporate Finance Module 8a, 3 Credits Leadership and Human Resource Management Module 8b, 3 Credits Leadership and Ethics Module 9, 9 Credits Doing Research Work Module 10, 9 Credits Practical Exercises in Research Methods Module 11, 9 Credits Applied Research Projects Module 12, 15 Credits Master s Thesis Work experience alongside studies (on average a 50% time commitment) If necessary: making up of entry qualifications in Banking and Finance Credits = ECTS Credits (1 Credit = 30 hours workload for students) 6

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10 Modules and Courses Module 1 Market and Environment of Financial Institutions Ability to assess the key drivers and influencing factors of the financial services sector. Two compulsory courses (6 ECTS credits, Semester 1) Course 1.1 Macroeconomics and Financial Markets Stability Course 1.2 Financial Market Regulation Module 4 Controlling and Business Processes in Banks Design internal and external steering processes of banks and utilize them in optimizing performance processes. Three compulsory courses (6 ECTS credits, Semester 3) Course 4.1 Business Processes and IT Architecture Course 4.2 Performance Management Course 4.3 Value Reporting Module 2 Management of Financial Institutions Understand the interaction of strategy, structure, and culture; develop and assess strategies for different types of financial services providers. Two compulsory courses (6 ECTS credits, Semester 1) Course 2.1 Strategic Bank Management Course 2.2 Financial Services Marketing Module 5 Investments Analyse and estimate key influencing factors for investment decisions in financial markets. Three of four compulsory elective courses (6 ECTS credits, Semester 2) Course 5.1 Behavioural Finance Course 5.3 Fixed Income Management Course 5.4 Management of Pension Funds and Other Funds Course 5.6 Advanced Portfolio Theory Module 3 Risk Management Identify and assess risks for banks and other financial services providers and manage and monitor them effectively. Three compulsory courses (6 ECTS credits, Semester 2) Course 3.1 Risk Management in Banking Course 3.2 Credit Risk Management Course 3.3 Market Risk Management Module 6 Alternative Investments Analyse alternative investments and structured products with regard to their contribution to risk and yield of portfolios and develop recommendations for an investment strategy. Three of four compulsory elective courses (6 ECTS credits, Semester 3) Course 6.2 Private Equity Course 6.4 Commodities Course 6.6 Derivatives Course 6.7 Other Alternative Investments 8

11 Module 7 Corporate Finance Assess complex financing problems of companies and develop effective solutions. Course 7.1 is a compulsory course; compulsory elective courses : 2 of 4 (6 ECTS credits, Semester 4). Course 7.1 Advanced Corporate Finance Course 7.2 Family Business Finance Course 7.5 Funding and Financial Risk Management for International Corporations Course 7.6 Tax Management Course 7.7 Restructuring Module 9 Research Skills Evaluate and apply quantitative and qualitative research methods Three compulsory courses (9 ECTS credits, Semester 1) Course 9.1 Philosophy of Social Science Course 9.2 Research Methods I Course 9.3 Research Methods II Module 8a Leadership and Human Resource Management Lead teams and manage one as the situation, people, and objectives require. Compulsory courses (3 ECTS credits, Semester 1) Module 10 Practical Exercises in Research Methods Effectively apply social-scientific research methods in dealing with specific case examples of aspects in banking and finance. (9 ECTS credits, Semester 2) Module 8b Leadership and Ethics Solve complex leadership problems in a well-considered manner and in line with overriding objectives. Compulsory courses (3 ECTS credits, Semester 2) Module 11 Applied Research Projects Carry out applied research projects (group work) on topics covering all modules. (9 ECTS credits, Semester 3) Module 12 Master s Thesis Produce an independent piece of research-based work in the context of a practical research problem concerned with an aspect of one of the topics covered in the master s programme. (15 ECTS credits, Semester 4) 9

12 Application and Admission Procedure Admission requirements Students are admitted to the MSc in Banking and Finance programme by the Head of Programme subject to an admission procedure. Candidates should meet the following criteria: A bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Business Law, or a related discipline from a university or university of applied sciences, or an equivalent qualification. Proven specialization in Banking and Finance worth a minimum of 30 ECTS credits (students may be able to qualify after entering the programme) Proof of English proficiency (candidates must be able to actively participate in all classroom activities) High level of motivation and ability to perform Positive outcome of an admission interview Application deadline The application deadline is 15 June. Late submissions may be considered if places on the programme are still available. Admission interviews are conducted on a continuous basis. Early application is recommended since places on the programme are assigned on a first-come first-served basis. For further details about our MSc programmes and to download an application form, please visit If you have any questions or need advice, please feel free to contact the Head of Programme. For the MSc in Banking and Finance programme to take place, we require a minimum number of participants. Candidates who lack some of the entry-level skills in banking and finance may be able to obtain them before the end of the first year. In such cases, final admission is subject to the student completing/passing the necessary performance assessments. Application The application package should contain the following: Completed application form Proof of qualifications (degree scroll, degree supplement, ECTS grade transcripts and grade certificates), in particular for the specialization in Banking and Finance Letter of motivation Proof of proficiency in English CV/Résumé, incl. photo Copy of bachelor s degree thesis or, if applicable, individual project paper, incl. evaluation/assessment Candidates who have not yet completed their bachelor s programme at the time of application may submit any missing documents once they become available. Please submit your application to: The Lucerne School of Business Master s Secretariat Zentralstrasse 9 CH-6002 Lucerne T master.wirtschaft@hslu.ch 10

13 Coordination and Programme Management The MSc in Banking and Finance is a degree programme offered jointly by the Lucerne School of Business and the ZHAW School of Management and Law. The two universities have an equal share in the management of this programme. A steering committee has been set up at Senior Management Board level to coordinate between the two universities and to decide on fundamental issues concerning the master s programme. The Lucerne School of Business Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ) ZHAW School of Management and Law Department of Banking, Finance and Insurance Steering Committee at Senior Management Board Level Prof. Suzanne Ziegler Senior Lecturer in Banking and Finance Prof. Dr. Christoph Lengwiler Senior Lecturer in Banking and Finance Prof. Dr. Andreas Dietrich Senior Lecturer in Banking and Finance Prof. Dr. Hans Brunner Senior Lecturer in Banking and Finance 11

14 Suzanne Ziegler, Prof Dr Suzanne Ziegler has a degree in Economics (lic. oec.) from St. Gallen University (HSG). After completing her studies, she worked for the Swiss National Bank, where she was involved in systems stability. She has been at the ZHAW School of Management and Law since 2002 and from 2005 to 2011 headed the Center for Banking & Finance. In May 2011 she was promoted to the position of Director of the Department of Banking, Finance and Insurance, which has over 50 employees, as well as the SML Executive Committee. Her research focus is on the Swiss banking system, banking supervision, and banking regulations. Contact: suzanne.ziegler@zhaw.ch Christoph Lengwiler, Prof Dr Christoph Lengwiler has a doctorate from the University of Zurich, where he studied Business Administration. He has been a senior lecturer and a professor at the Lucerne School of Business since He is the Head of the Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ), a position he has held since its foundation. Among other things, he is the Vice President of the Board of Directors of Lucerne Cantonal Bank, a member of the Banking Council of the Swiss National Bank, and a member of the board of directors of a listed private equity fund (shape Capital AG). Contact: christoph.lengwiler@hslu.ch Andreas Dietrich, Prof Dr After graduating from the University of St. Gallen (HSG), where he studied Business Administration, Andreas Dietrich worked as a business consultant and managed a number of projects in the financial services industry. As a doctoral candidate, he became a research associate at the Banking Institute of the University of St. Gallen (HSG); during this time, he also completed a research year at DePaul University in Chicago, funded by the National Science Foundation. Since March 2008, he has been professor and project manager at the IFZ of the Lucerne School of Business. Contact: andreas.dietrich@hslu.ch Hans Brunner, Prof Dr After his studies in St. Gallen (lic. oec. HSG), Hans Brunner obtained a doctorate from the University of Cologne (Dr. rer. pol.). He worked in a managerial capacity in the banking sector for many years. Since January 2012, he has been a senior lecturer at the ZHAW School of Management and Law in his specialty, overall bank management. Contact: hans.brunner@zhaw.ch 12

15 A Collaboration between two Institutions The MSc in Banking and Finance is a joint degree programme offered by the Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ) in Zug and the Department of Banking, Finance and Insurance (DBF) in Winterthur. Both university organizations are established providers of bachelor s degree programmes with a specialization in Banking and Finance, recommended by the Swiss Bankers Association. The master s programme builds on the curriculum of these bachelor s programmes. Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ) The Institute was established in 1997 as the financial competence center of the Lucerne School of Business. It is the largest provider of continuing education among Swiss universities of applied sciences. With regard to Banking and Finance, its BSc, MSc, and continuing education programmes, as well as its research activities and services in this area, comprise coverage of the following subjects: Management of Banks and Financial Services Providers, Compliance Management, Commodity Trading, Private Banking & Wealth Management, Financial Markets & Investments, Corporate Finance, Private Equity, Treasury & Financial Risk Management, and Real Estate Management. In the area of Controlling & Accounting, it is active in Controlling & Management Accounting, Financial Accounting & Corporate Reporting, as well as Auditing & Internal Control. The Institute currently has around 70 employees. Further details: Department of Banking, Finance and Insurance (DBF) This department was set up at the ZHAW School of Management and Law in 2002 and consists of the Institute for Wealth and Asset Management, the Center for Risk & Insurance, the Center for Accounting & Controlling, and the Center for Corporate Finance & Private Equity. Its activities in degree programme provision and in continuing education, as well as in applied research and consulting, mainly focus on the following areas: Analysis and Optimization of the Value Chains of Financial Services Providers, Financial Consulting, Private Equity for SMEs, Funds of Hedge Funds, Financial Risk Management and Management Accounting. Further details: Through their activities in continuing education, research, consulting and services, the DBF and the IFZ are both active in all the mandated activities of universities of applied sciences. An important aspect of the MSc in Banking and Finance is its links to ongoing research projects. Both the DBF and the IFZ employ a number of tenured professors, lecturers, and research associates and assistants specializing in Banking and Finance, who all contribute their professional skills to this master s programme. 13

16 and two Universities The Lucerne School of Business The Lucerne School of Business is one of the Schools of the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. It is the competence center for higher management education for Central Switzerland and thus makes a valuable contribution to the development of our knowledge-based society. The Lucerne School of Business provides qualifications for professionals and managers and supports organizations and institutions in solving their business and economic problems. In addition to a bachelor s degree programme in Business Administration with several specializations, it also offers various master s programmes. Of all the Swiss universities of applied sciences, it is the largest provider of continuing education (MAS/DAS/CAS) programmes. The Lucerne School of Business has a well-developed network of partnerships with other tertiary-level institutions in Switzerland and all over the world, as well as partners in both the private and the public sectors. Its five Institutes are competence centers with far-reaching national and international ties. ZHAW School of Management and Law The ZHAW School of Management and Law (SML) is one of eight Schools of the Zurich University of Applied Sciences. It offers internationally recognized bachelor s programmes, accredited consecutive master s programmes, a well-established range of continuing education programmes tailored to the needs of participants, and carries out innovative research and consulting projects. These make the SML one of the leading business schools of Switzerland. Its educational programmes focusing on management skills are research based, interdisciplinary and practically oriented. The SML considers international experience and international contacts to be an essential part of university education and thus actively supports mobility programmes for students and members of faculty. To this end, it maintains partnerships with over 120 selected universities worldwide. Benefits of this collaboration Educational collaboration between Swiss universities of applied sciences is encouraged by the Swiss government because the study programmes that are thus created benefit from the different strengths and specializations of the partners. Both the ZHAW School of Management and Law and the Lucerne School of Business enjoy an excellent reputation as providers of banking and finance know-how as well as for their research projects; both have many years of experience in these areas. This is reflected, among other things, in a high demand for their degree programmes and continuing education products. 14

17 Information for Students Start of the new programme The MSc in Banking and Finance starts every year in mid- September and takes two years to complete. Instruction Classroom instruction takes place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. This enables students to work part-time. Places Classes take place in Zug and Winterthur. Lucerne: The City of Lucerne, the location of the Lucerne University of Sciences and Arts, is situated in Central Switzerland and about 80,000 people live there. Situated at the foot of Mount Pilatus and on the shores of Lake Lucerne the city is perfect for relaxing, sports and other activities after studying. The beautiful city offers a wide range of leisure activities. It is a great place for young people to enjoy drinks at one of the restaurants along the lake and river. During a stroll through the Old Town you will experience a great variety of shops but also explore world-famous sights like the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), the Musegg Wall (Museggmauer) and the various churches. Lucerne is conveniently located for travelling to all the major cities in Switzerland. Zurich, Berne and Basel are reachable within only one hour by train. Zug: The Canton of Zug is the smallest full canton in Switzerland and is located in the middle of Europe, nestled in charming landscape made up of mountains and rolling countryside. Today about 28,000 people live in Zug, a tolerant, multicultural and international community. Zug has attracted many international companies due to its stable political situation, excellent public transport network and its proximity to Lucerne and Zurich, which are less than 30 min away. The district is an important interactive business location with an attractive lifestyle. Zug is currently ranked as one of the best locations for business and lifestyle and the canton works to support and develop the conditions that have made it so. The MSc in Banking and Finance courses will be held in the city of Zug, near to the train station in the Grafenau Center. Costs The tuition fee for the whole four-semester degree programme currently amounts to CHF 4,400. This fee does not include the cost of teaching materials and additional curricular events. Contact Lucerne School of Business Grafenauweg 10 Postfach 4332 CH-6304 Zug Head of Programme Prof Dr Andreas Dietrich MSc Banking and Finance T andreas.dietrich@hslu.ch Administration and registration Lucerne School of Business Master s Secretariat Zentralstrasse 9 CH-6002 Lucerne T master.wirtschaft@hslu.ch If you have any questions or need advice, please feel free to contact the Head of Programme. For further details about our our MSc degree programmes and to download an application form, please visit Winterthur: With 100,000 inhabitants, Switzerland s sixth largest city; home to many Swiss and international companies; lively theatre scene; 17 museums; over 200 restaurants; Numerous cafes, clubs, and bars; music festivals; street festivals; convenient public transportation network; broad range of sports offerings with over 300 sports associations, fitness clubs, and public sports facilities; extensive network of cycling trails; expansive parks and green spaces in the city; many recreational areas nearby. Information on current events can be found at 15

18 Locations Zug 1 Lucerne School of Business Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ) Grafenauweg 10 CH-6304 Zug T Winterthur 2 Winterthur, St.-Georgen-Platz ZHAW School of Management and Law LN Technopark (classes) SW Volkart Building (classes) Zürich Anton-Graff-Strasse Neuwiesenstrasse Zürcherstrasse Bahnhof Luzern P P P 1 P Bahnhof Zug Jägerstrasse Zürcherstrasse Technoparkstrasse Katharina-Sulzer-Platz 2 Zur Kesselschmiede Turbinenstrasse Wylandstrasse Pionierstrasse Bahnmeisterweg Untere Vogelsangstrasse Heiligbergstrasse Obere Briggerstrasse Tössfeldstrasse Maienstrasse Untere Vogelsangstrasse Untere Briggerstrasse Zugersee 16

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