Graduate Programs at ZU

The challenge lies in creating heterogeneity instead of a monoculture. ZU also offers its master’s study programs in  “Politics, Administration & International Relations” for students whose undergraduate studies were in another discipline. This flexibility is motivated by our love of variety and interdisciplinarity – despite the associated difficulties, and indeed because of them. And by our previous, positive experiences derived from this approach – including the biotechnologist who got a job at McKinsey through her master’s in Corporate Management & Economics; the architect who switched to public administration after studying Public Management & Governance; and even the Swiss Lord Mayor who has returned to study Public Management again.

Furthermore, thanks to our “Master in General Management” we even have a study program that is specially designed for prospective economists whose undergraduate studies did not include any economics-related subjects. In other words, we believe in the productivity of heterogeneity! After all, preferences can sometimes change.

We don’t believe in blinkered specialists. To become an expert in any field you should be prepared to develop one interest with passion, but within the context of what else there is to learn. Specialization only makes sense if you are prepared to invest your passion in your chosen field for a lifetime. And only you can decide which field that is! Therefore, our graduate programs offer a wide range of choices – so that you can choose what’s best for you.

In addition, you can also study for a minor in either Political Management & Governance or Corporate Management & Economics. This additional qualification would, of course, then be included in your academic credentials.