What is Design & Management (iCompetence)?

iCompetence operates at the intersection of Computer Science, Design, and Management

The term iCompetence was coined at FHNW. It represents a unique program in Switzerland. Design & Management (iCompetence) is an interdisciplinary study track – it combines computer science with design topics and management competencies. During your education, you'll implement projects at the interface of humans and technology: You'll acquire solid foundational knowledge in computer science, design user-centered IT solutions, and expand your management skills.

The Design & Management (iCompetence) study track is suitable for people of diverse backgrounds who want to enter the field of computer science. Design & Management (iCompetence) is the right program for you if...

you can imagine starting your own company after completing your computer science apprenticeship.
you want to launch your career in computer science after your commercial vocational baccalaureate.
you're interested in software engineering.
you want to work in frontend development in the future.
you want to work at the interface of business and development.
you enjoy working in interdisciplinary teams.
you want to design user-friendly applications.
you want to take on planning and organizational tasks in complex IT projects.

Design & Management (iCompetence) is a study track within the Computer Science degree program. You'll graduate with the internationally recognized Bachelor of Science FHNW in Computer Science with a specialization in Design and Management.

Career Prospects

With the Bachelor of Science FHNW in Computer Science, study track Design and Management, you'll have excellent career prospects. As an Design & Management (iCompetence) graduate, you might work...

as a web developer implementing IT solutions for diverse problems
as a software developer
in the field of visual and multimedia communication
as a consultant for companies or users
as a business analyst at the interface of business and development
as a UX designer in the visual design of applications
as a project manager for complex IT projects
as the founder of your own IT startup