With the MSE degree in Business Engineering, you are qualified to take on challenging tasks along the value chain of innovative products and services in industry, the service sector or consulting for companies.
In this practice-oriented program, you will learn how to use digital technologies, quantitative models and data to control, transform and optimize product developments, processes and business models.
Topics such as innovation, AI, digitalization, sustainable production, logistics and supply chain are part of the program and are applied in practical projects.
During your studies, you will have the opportunity to delve deeper into your chosen areas of interest and expand your network.
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What is it about?
The Master’s degree «MSE in Business Engineering» will enable you to leverage engineering and design-centred approaches to develop and supply products and services. Taking into account relevant technological and business constraints and opportunities and viewing issues from a risk, quality, and lifecycle perspective, you will be able to develop business models and to plan, analyse and manage relevant industrial and service systems.
Beginning your Master’s studies
- Practical relevance
You will work on current issues from industry, business and applied research that are closely linked to real-world challenges. - 1:1 Supervision
You will be supported by a personal advisor throughout your studies, particularly in gaining knowledge and experience through demanding projects. - Full-time or part-time with the option of a 50% position
Depending on your preference, you can complete the Master's program full-time or part-time. A change is possible at the end of each semester. There is also the option of a 50% position at the Institute of Business Engineering FHNW.
Step 1
Here you will find more detailed information about the MSE program at FHNW: key data, admission requirements, program structure, time models and fees.
Inquire about your specialization options and prospects by Esther Gelle and/or an advisor you have already been in contact with.
Step 2
Apply for a place on the program. The Study Administration and Advisory of the MSE will afterwards inform you about your admission.
Step 3
You have received a positive admission decision, congratulations! Next, you and your advisor will select the theory modules that best suit your needs, discuss the content and scheduling of your specialization and document this in your Individual Study Agreement (ISV), which will be updated regularly throughout your studies.
Specialization within profile Business Engineering
The individual specialization in the focus areas of digital innovation and intelligent production systems is offered by the Institute of Business Engineering FHNW.

Institute of Business Engineering
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Context modules (CM)
- Innovation and Change Management
- Smart services
- Technology Management
Further relevant modules are listed here.

