MSc Management Research / Doctor of Business Administration Online from Switzerland
Shape the next chapter of your leadership journey without leaving Switzerland. Through the exclusive partnership between the University of Salford (UK) and Robert Kennedy College (Zurich), the MSc Management Research / Doctor of Business Administration empowers ambitious professionals to pursue advanced, research-driven management studies online while continuing to live and work where life already inspires them.
This is a modern pathway designed for global impact. You will explore robust management theory and evidence-based practice that travels well across borders and industries—preparing you to research, diagnose, and lead solutions to complex organisational challenges with confidence and rigor.
Earn a British Degree Recognised Worldwide
Stand out with a British postgraduate degree that is respected across continents. The University of Salford is part of the UK’s long tradition of academic excellence, and its awards are widely known by employers, professional bodies, and institutions internationally—opening doors whether your ambitions remain in Switzerland or extend abroad.
For leaders and researchers who navigate multinational environments, international recognition matters. A globally respected credential signals your ability to operate at a high academic and professional standard, aligning your profile with international mobility, boardroom credibility, and cross-border career opportunities.
Finish 100% Online in as Little as 4 Years
Your time is valuable—and so is your momentum. This programme has been intentionally designed to be completed fully online, with a clear pathway that can be finished in as little as four years. Each stage builds toward advanced research capability and tangible leadership outcomes, keeping you moving forward without interrupting your career.
Progress through structured milestones, guided by expert supervision, and keep your research focused on the challenges that matter to your organisation and sector. You’ll gain depth, continuity, and consistency—without pausing your professional trajectory.
No Mandatory Live Attendance
Life is dynamic. This programme does not require your online presence at specific times and dates. Engage with learning materials, recorded lectures, and discussion forums when your schedule allows—whether that’s early morning, late evening, or between meetings.
Asynchronous learning puts you in control. You can study at your peak times, revisit complex content, and contribute to rich, thoughtful discussions at a pace that suits your work and personal commitments—without missing out on interaction or support.
Learn Anywhere—Even Offline on the Move
Whether you are in Zurich, Geneva, Lausanne, Lugano, or traveling across cantons, your learning travels with you. Study from anywhere in the world through our mobile app, which allows you to download study materials and watch lectures offline—perfect for commutes, travel days, or quiet moments between priorities.
Built for flexibility, the digital learning experience fits neatly into your routine. Keep your research and coursework progressing while you visit clients, attend conferences, or simply enjoy weekend hikes—without losing connectivity to your goals.
Open-Book Assessments that Mirror Real Work
Real leadership is not a memory test—it is the ability to apply frameworks, evidence, and judgment to real problems. That is why the programme uses open-book assessments rather than traditional question-and-answer exams, encouraging deeper analysis and authentic application of the theory you learn.
This approach develops critical thinking, synthesis, and research-informed decision-making. You will leverage sources, evaluate evidence, and present reasoned conclusions—skills that translate directly to board-level presentations, strategy development, and operational leadership.
Guided by Graduates of World-Renowned Universities
Learn with tutors and supervisors who have graduated from some of the world’s most respected universities, including Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their diverse academic pedigrees and professional experience bring breadth and depth to your supervision and feedback.
Expect rigorous standards, constructive critique, and mentorship that supports your originality and practical impact. You will be challenged to elevate your thinking and sharpen your research design—so your work stands up to scrutiny and drives meaningful change.
A Truly Global Classroom and Network
Join a diverse community of professionals from over 130 countries. Exchange perspectives across cultures, industries, and career stages—and build a network that spans continents. This global dialogue strengthens your research, widens your viewpoint, and enhances your leadership agility.
Our alumni work at internationally recognised organisations including Credit Suisse, Universite de Lausanne, Nestle, UBS, Chubb, Zurich, Novartis, Roche, International School of Central Switzerland, institut monte rosa, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony—connections that speak to the calibre and reach of the community you will join.
Planable Investment with Flexible Payments
Advance your education with financial predictability. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments—helping you manage cash flow while you invest in a qualification that enhances your professional prospects.
Transparent pricing and flexible payments mean you can focus on your studies and research outcomes, not on financial complexity. It’s a practical way to align your education with your long-term career return on investment.
Why This Programme Elevates Careers in Switzerland
Switzerland’s financial and professional services ecosystem rewards leaders who think analytically and act decisively. With a strong emphasis on research-led practice, this programme equips you to tackle challenges in banking, wealth management, insurance, and fintech—such as risk analytics, compliance, sustainable finance, and digital transformation. Use your research to create evidence-based recommendations that improve governance, client trust, and operational performance.
In life sciences and medtech, Switzerland is home to global leaders in pharma, biotech, and healthcare innovation. The programme strengthens your capability to conduct rigorous, ethically grounded research—ideal for exploring patient outcomes, supply-chain resilience, clinical operations, or market access strategies. Turn empirical findings into better decisions across functions like R&D portfolio prioritisation, regulatory pathways, and market expansion.
Precision manufacturing, advanced materials, and high-tech sectors thrive across the country, alongside world-class research hubs near ETH Zurich and EPFL. If you are involved in engineering-led enterprises, mobility, clean technologies, or industrial digitalisation, the programme’s analytical tools help you design studies that drive process excellence, quality systems, and sustainable operations. Your dissertation can become a blueprint for measurable improvements in productivity, customer value, and ESG outcomes.
Ready to Begin?
Advance your leadership, sharpen your research capability, and expand your global credibility—while continuing your life and work in Switzerland. Your next chapter can start today.
Request our course catalogue and discover how this online pathway can help you achieve your goals.