Master of Science

School of Business

Enhance your professional skills and explore applied research.

A Master of Science (MSc) programme, lasting 3 to 5 semesters, offers an excellent alternative to immediately entering the job market. You can choose to study full‑time or part‑time, allowing you to tailor your learning to your lifestyle and career goals.

Master's programmes

Discover the programmes offered by the FHNW School of Business and learn more about their structure and content.

Business Information Systems

In an increasingly connected and digital economy, experts are needed who operate at the intersection of business and IT. The MSc in Business Information Systems prepares you to strategically leverage information systems and drive innovation within organisations.

Studying mode: Part-time and Full-time
Teaching language: English
Place: Olten and Muttenz
Duration: 1.5 to 2.5 years
Next start: 14.9.2026

Finance

Your path into the world of finance! With the Master in Finance at FHNW, you start your career in the dynamic world of finance. We will prepare you for the top jobs of tomorrow.

Studying mode: Flexitime and Full-time
Teaching language: English
Place: Basel
Duration: 1.5 years / 3 semesters (Fast Track+) or 2.5 years / 5 semesters (Work & Study)
Next start: 14.9.2026

International Management

Do you want to lead internationally or in an international setting, and take responsibility for global developments? The Master of Science (MSc) in International Management offers a selection of electives, projects and personalised research to help you build a unique profile based on your passion for your prospective success. Our international network offers double degrees options and customised international experiences through joint learning with partner universities and industries worldwide.‍

Studying mode: Part-time and Full-time
Teaching language: English
Place: Olten
Duration: 1.5 to 2 years
Next start: 14.9.2026

Medical Informatics

Leverage medical and pharma data through smart digital Solutions Shape the future of healthcare with data and Innovation Practice-oriented, interdisciplinary, and driven by AI and data science.

Studying mode: Part-time and Full-time
Teaching language: English
Place: Muttenz
Duration: 3 semesters (full-time)/5 semesters (part-time)
Next start: 14.9.2026

Strategisches Management und Leadership

Think strategically, act responsibly, and actively shape the future with inspiring leadership.

Studying mode: Part-time
Teaching language: German
Place: Olten
Duration: 2 years
Next start: 14.9.2026

Sustainable Business Development (trinational)

The Master of Science in Sustainable Business Development programme equips you with the skills to develop and implement sustainable business models that are economically successful and make a positive contribution to the environment and society. Working in international teams of students, you will combine knowledge from the fields of sustainability, business management and digitalisation and apply it directly in practice to drive sustainable change.

Studying mode: Full-time
Teaching language: German, French and English
Place: Basel and Other
Duration: 2 years
Next start: 14.9.2026

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Double Degree

The interdisciplinary Double Degree combines the two Master's programs – MSc Business Information Systems and MSc International Management – at the School of Business.

The degree is designed for students who have already engaged with topics such as the Sharing Economy and digitalization during their studies, and who wish to actively shape the digital transformation within companies.

Completing the Double Degree requires two additional semesters.

Success stories

Read about what our graduates are doing now and how studying at FHNW School of Business helped them get there.

Taking International Management Beyond the Textbook

Martin Pupic has always been driven by curiosity, ambition and a strong belief in applied learning, especially when it comes to understanding the dynamics of the global economy across cultures and industries. This mindset led him to pursue a Master’s degree in International Management at the FHNW, a programme known for its practical focus, international perspective and strong link to real-world business challenges.

Date: 11.3.2026

“Global perspectives. Practical experience. Personal growth.”

The Master’s in International Management at FHNW equipped Celina Heutschi with the skills and confidence to excel in recruitment and talent attraction. Through hands-on modules and interaction with international peers, she strengthened her business expertise and intercultural skills, experiences that continue to shape her professional journey today.

Date: 5.3.2026

“Where Cultures Collide and Ideas Thrive: My International Management Master’s”

Marc is driven by a natural curiosity that has led him to explore a wide range of industries and accumulate a rich and diverse professional experience. His passion for learning led him to pursue a Master’s in International Management, enriching both his career and global perspective.

Date: 26.2.2026

My Experience in the Master’s in International Management at FHNW

Study with practical relevance, think globally and develop personally. Meike Lenting talks about how the master's programme at FHNW helped her to grow.

Date: 29.9.2025

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Master's programmes

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Double Degree

Success stories

Master of Science