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A triple crown-accredited university ranked nine in the Financial Times European Business School Rankings 2024. Programmes that set the benchmark for top management education, the kind that ranked first in the Financial Times Global Masters in Management Ranking for an unparalleled 13 years. A thriving international community that empowers its members to drive progress, innovation, and positive change. A city with an outstanding quality of life. Stunning views, strong career support.
This winning combination can be found at the University of St.Gallen (HSG).
Located at the foothill of the Swiss Alps, this is the ideal destination for those looking for a high-impact education. The public university is home to 9,900 students with 120 nationalities, all guided by faculty members experienced in both research and applied fields – all are part of a worldwide network with accessible co-founders.
You’ll be part of a warm and welcoming campus. Here, where you study with the best, there are no dull days. HSG excels in providing a conversation-stimulating environment with innovative spaces for co-ideation and co-creation. This vibrant setting makes it a hidden gem among Europe’s top universities. Pair this with academic excellence, high living standards, security, and affordable accommodation, and HSG becomes more than just an alternative to metropolitan competitors. It is a top choice.
Superb programmes, engaged community
The University of St.Gallen offers a wide range of programmes – from business, economics, and law, to international affairs, computer science, and medicine – that are tailored to international industry standards.
Take the Master in Computer Science, for example. An innovative curriculum covers sought-after topics such as data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and more, uniquely combined with an entrepreneurship component to boost business acumen and employability after graduation. It’s no ordinary course – you’ll find that it’s driven by entrepreneurship and problem-solving, suited to address the societal challenges of today that require technological acumen. What is needed to become business cases and real innovations in companies and society can be learned here, under the same academic roof as the next generation of CTOs.
“The Master in Computer Science allowed me to become an expert in different fields – I can specialise in data science or software and systems engineering,” says Jenestin Anthonipillai, who was part of the first class as the programme was launched in 2021. “I found the combination of computer science and entrepreneurship very unique.”
As an international student, Anthonipillai enjoyed mingling with his peers from different fields and nationalities. “They bring different skills and experiences, and these encounters enrich my everyday life,” he adds. Inspired by his time at HSG, he even founded the Geniusbar, a regular event where business and computer science students could join a talk and have fruitful discussions together.
One of the recipes for success at HSG is cultivating personal contact and academic exchange. Source: University of St.Gallen
From insight to great global careers
What further differentiates the University of St.Gallen is its customisable offerings. In the Bachelor in Economics (BEcon), for example, students are free to tailor their programme to their interests and career goals after completing the first year of compulsory subjects.
“You could take courses in monetary and labour economics, corporate finance, corporate or international law, or political studies. The great thing is that you may even find things you never thought you’d be interested in,” explains student Amara Cespedes. “It also gives you a lot of freedom to join clubs and associations, or plan a semester abroad with a great partner university. Thanks to the structure of this bachelor’s, you are very free and flexible when choosing what you want to do.”
Regardless of programme choice, you’ll be trained to think boldly. The St.Gallen Management Model is an important foundation all students master- this scientific framework presents two complementary perspectives on the interplay of environment, organisation, and management as an integrated model, and is decisive for management studies.
This combination does wonders in ensuring students are prepared for a fast-changing global workforce. Students also share an equally excellent international career outlook, coming into frequent contact with leading companies within their fields or interacting with alumni through the university’s top global network. Whether in associations, initiatives, events, coaching sessions, or simply walking through campus, the spark is often the result of a serendipitous meeting – you’ll have the chance to talk, compare viewpoints, and even score exclusive opportunities, without even leaving campus.
Over at the university’s dedicated career centre, more support awaits. Here, a team of qualified experts and coaches with long-term experience in various industries and human resource management prepare you to present your impact in the best way possible. They run one-to-one counselling, career workshops, networking events, and more as well – all with one goal in mind: boosting your probability of being recruited, even directly on campus.
The results are in the books. HSG has one of the highest placement rates in top companies throughout Europe, with four out of five students having at least one offer of employment by the time they graduate. It’s clear that an education here is recognised internationally as an indicator of high quality. Graduates often hold multiple offers from industries such as consulting, banking, finance, and more, with HSG graduates creating a higher-than-average number of start-ups, most of them with global impact. Whether they remain in Switzerland or venture further, they’re always ready to support, mentor, and open doors for fellow HSG graduates.
St.Gallen is different. A diverse and innovation-savvy crowd gathers at this stashed international hotspot in the heart of Europe to drive change in society. To know what it takes to join St.Gallen, apply for its Open Day events or listen to the university’s podcasts.
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