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Master of Science in Business Administration Your practically oriented degree in Business Administration

The Master of Science in Business Administration builds upon the knowledge gained in a bachelor’s degree and meets the highest requirements of a degree in business. On the one hand, it provides the necessary breadth to create extensive know-how in relevant business management topics and, on the other hand, it allows for an in-depth exploration of a chosen topic through individual specialisation (major).

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The new optional minor in Data Science offers you the chance to enhance your competence profile with highly sought-after skills in data expertise.

The latest trends and new research findings are reflected in the strategically and analytically oriented content, which thus offer the perfect tools for a high-performance career at home or abroad. Interlinked module types (see diagram) ensure a continuous synergy of theory and practice. This is a defining feature throughout this programme. The programme design allows for a concurrent working commitment of up to 60 per cent. This allows you to study and work at the same time and take advantage of synergies.

Majors Master of Science in Business Administration

Major Business Developement and Promotion

Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship

The Major in Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship equips students with the skills and tools entrepreneurs need in an international business world. The study programme develops the entrepreneurial skills necessary to developing a business idea and launching it successfully onto the market.

Online Business and Marketing

The Major Online Business and Marketing imparts competences for the planning, implementation and marketing of digital business models. The students learn the strategic planning of online communication and marketing.

Public and Nonprofit Management

Only in German.

International Tourism Management

Business enterprises in the international tourism management sector are becoming more important at a global level. Projects in both traditional and new tourist destinations, such as India and China, are growing in complexity. This opens up a wealth of opportunity for well-trained master's graduates within this sector and from related areas.

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People Management and Organisation

The Major leads students working in the fields of people management, organizational development and transformation  both with a very sound theoretical background as well as with a practice-oriented focus.

Minor Data Science

Data expertise is becoming a sought-after resource in business practice. In the optional minor in Data Science (12 ECTS), you will develop a good feel for pressing issues in your professional environment, learn how to handle data of all kinds ethically and improve your skills in data-based decision-making and communication.

Minor Data Science

Data skills: the key to success. Data skills are a sought-after resource in the business world. In the elective minor in Data Science (12 ECTS), you will develop an understanding of the most pressing issues in your industry, improve your skills around data-driven decision-making and communication, and learn about the ethical handling of data. It will enrich and future-proof your skillset and make it more flexible.
At the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, you will benefit from the faculty’s extensive specialist expertise in areas including analytics, data quality, GenAI, fraud detection and ethics. You will become more confident in handling data, from sourcing to analysing, optimising and transforming your business with innovative solutions—whichever your industry.

Learn more about the minor in Data Science here.

Foundation Modules

The Foundation Modules are offered every semester. In the fall semester, the modules are offered in German and English. In the spring semester, the modules are offered exclusively in English. In this case, the assessments can be completed in either German or English.

Management foundation modules

The Management foundation modules – Digital Customer Management, Strategic Network & Ecosystem Management and Organisational Transformation & Change – deepen your understanding of business. They provide valuable tools and methods for any future management position.

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  • Current challenges in the field of management are addressed and solutions created using tried-and-tested management concepts.
  • Group projects and management simulations give students an introduction to working with current corporate mandates.
  • Block weeks give students the opportunity for experiential learning in teams in addition to theoretical learning during the semester.
 

Research Methods foundation modules

The Research Methods foundation modules give you the tools you require to take on and answer current questions from the world of business with the right research methods.

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  • Research methods are the foundation for clear and strategic analyses of practical questions and formulating recommendations for action.
  • The combination of research methods and current questions from the world of business is key.
  • The content builds on that acquired during your bachelor’s degree.
  • Subject areas in the foundation modules: research theory and ethics, qualitative and quantitative research methods.
     

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Scientific practical object for «BahnVerstand»

Students investigate a concrete problem from practice in a scientific project.

Master’s thesis

The master’s thesis is a key element of the degree programme. The understanding of business and research methods gained during the degree programme, together with a topic selected from the subject area of your major, all come together when you write your master’s thesis.

The research into the topic of your master’s thesis will develop solutions to complex questions and problems that will add real value to your sponsor’s business. This is a win-win-win situation for you, your sponsor and the research community of which you will be a part. 

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Stefan Büeler, HSLU graduate and Head of the Office of Business and Public Transport, Canton of Uri, shares his experiences.

Pre-master’s modules

Individual pre-master’s modules ensure that you have the knowledge required for the master’s degree if your bachelor’s degree was in a subject other than Business Administration.

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  • A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration is required for admission to the master’s degree programme.
  • If you do not have a qualification in Business Administration, you can still enter the degree programme with pre-master’s modules following a successful admission interview.
  • The content of the pre-master’s modules includes management, microeconomics and macroeconomics, and financial management.
  • The pre-master’s modules are usually completed during the first two semesters of the master’s programme.
  • The pre-master's modules are taught in English.
 

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Further links to the programme, majors & minors:
→ Major Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship
→ Major Online Business and Marketing
→ Major Public and Nonprofit Management
→ Major International Tourism Management
→ Major People Management and Organisation
→ Minor Data Science
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