Taught-in German Programmes – Business
Teaching business – fostering business
A forward-looking curriculum, practically focused research, and client-centered services: at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, business is more than a course subject – it‘s the focus of research and consulting services.
The School‘s close ties to business, government and the public sector have given it a distinct and unique profile as a results-oriented, action-based institution that keeps pace with current practice.
Bachelors programmes
- Business Administration with majors in:
Controlling and Accounting
Finance and Banking
Communication and Marketing
Real-Estate Management
Management and Law
Public Management and Economics
Tourism and Mobility - Business Information Technology
Masters programmes
- Masters in Banking & Finance
– a top-ranking programme for specialists in banking and finance (in cooperation with Zurich University of Applied Sciences and Arts) - Master of Business Administration with a Major in Business Development & Promotion
– from innovation through to successful market launch - Master of Business Administration with a Major in Public and Nonprofit Management
– innovative management training for public and non-profit organisations (in cooperation with Zurich University of Applied Sciences and Arts).
The School of Tourism
Professional development/continuing education
Currently over 1,500 students are enrolled in more than sixty programmes geared to working professionals. The School of Business hosts eighteen Master of Advanced Studies programmes, two Diploma of Advanced Studies programmes, twenty-three Certificate of Advanced Studies programmes, and a wide range of other programmes, including internships and preparatory courses.
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The five institutes/continuing education
The five institutes operate in the fields of professional development, applied research and development, and professional services. They are the
Institute of Management and Regional Economics , the Institute of Financial Services in Zug, the Institute of Communication and Marketing the Institute of Tourism, and the Institute of Business Information Technology.
Institute of Management and Regional Economics , the Institute of Financial Services in Zug, the Institute of Communication and Marketing the Institute of Tourism, and the Institute of Business Information Technology.

