Bachelor of Business Administration (Top Up) — Study Online from Zurich, Switzerland
Live in Zurich, thrive globally. With the exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, you can earn a transformative Bachelor of Business Administration (Top Up) without leaving the city you call home. This online programme blends rigorous academic theory with practical application, empowering you to accelerate your career while keeping your life, work, and ambitions firmly rooted in Zurich.
Focused on globally applicable business principles, the programme equips you with the strategic mindset, analytical tools, and leadership skills to create value in any market. You’ll study at a pace that fits your schedule, connect with a vibrant international community, and graduate with a credential that travels with you—whether your next opportunity arises on Bahnhofstrasse or across the world.
A British Degree Recognised Worldwide
Earn a respected British degree awarded by the University of Cumbria, a credential recognised by employers and institutions across continents. This internationally valued qualification signals academic excellence, professional readiness, and an ability to think critically about complex business challenges.
In a city like Zurich—home to global banks, insurers, consultancies, and innovative tech firms—a British degree enhances your professional credibility and mobility. It opens doors, facilitates cross-border collaboration, and ensures your achievements are understood and respected from Paradeplatz to global headquarters around the world.
Graduate in as Little as 1 Year, 100% Online
The Top Up pathway is designed for speed and impact. Depending on your prior qualifications and pace, you can complete your degree entirely online in as little as one year. That means faster progression into new roles, responsibilities, or sectors—without putting your life or career on hold.
Every module is purposefully structured to deliver meaningful outcomes quickly. You’ll focus on advanced business topics, sharpen your decision-making, and build a final portfolio of work that demonstrates your capability to lead and execute in demanding, real-world environments.
No Fixed Class Times
Your schedule is unique—and so is our approach. The programme does not require online presence at specific times and dates, enabling you to engage with content, discussions, and assessments when it suits you best. Whether you prefer early mornings, late evenings, or weekends, your learning adapts to you.
This flexibility is particularly powerful in a dynamic city like Zurich, where professional commitments can be intense. You can prioritise work deadlines or family time, then rejoin your studies without missing a beat, making continuous progress at your own rhythm.
Learn Anywhere—Even Offline with Our Mobile App
Study from anywhere in the world—even while on the move. Our mobile app allows you to download study materials and watch lectures offline, turning commutes on the S-Bahn, business trips, or alpine getaways into focused learning sessions. Your campus is wherever you are.
By seamlessly combining online access and offline convenience, the app keeps your learning uninterrupted and your momentum strong. You’ll remain connected to your course, your classmates, and your goals—no matter where life takes you.
Open-Book Assessments that Mirror Real Business Practice
We use open-book assessments instead of classical question/answer exams. This approach rewards understanding over memorisation, encouraging you to analyse, synthesise, and apply knowledge to complex scenarios—the way decisions are made in real organisations.
Open-book doesn’t mean easy; it means authentic. You’ll be evaluated on your ability to locate relevant information, think critically, and craft well-reasoned solutions under time and information constraints—exactly the skills employers value.
Guided by Faculty with Elite Academic Backgrounds
Learn from experienced tutors and faculty who have graduated from world-renowned universities, including Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. They bring academic rigour and practical insight to every module, ensuring your learning is current, challenging, and actionable.
Beyond teaching, faculty serve as mentors who understand the demands of global business. They’ll provide clear guidance, constructive feedback, and professional perspectives that help you link theory to practice and ambition to achievement.
A Global Community and Powerful Alumni Network
Join a diverse student base from over 130 countries and expand your professional network without borders. You’ll collaborate with classmates who bring varied perspectives, industries, and leadership experiences—broadening your understanding and sharpening your ability to operate across cultures.
Our alumni work for international organisations like 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.
Manageable Fees with Up to 18 Monthly Interest‑Free Instalments
Invest in your future with manageable fees that can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest‑free instalments. This approach helps you balance ambition with affordability, enabling you to plan your budget with confidence while you study.
By spreading the cost over predictable instalments, you maintain financial flexibility. You can continue growing your career in Zurich while steadily advancing toward graduation—without compromising on quality or momentum.
Why This Programme Works for Ambitious Professionals in Zurich
Zurich is a global financial powerhouse—and this degree aligns with the strategic, analytical, and leadership capabilities sought by banks, insurers, fintechs, and consultancies. You’ll deepen your understanding of corporate finance, risk-aware decision-making, strategy execution, and customer value creation—competencies that translate directly into roles across wealth management, risk and compliance, operations, product ownership, and digital transformation.
Zurich’s innovation ecosystem spans technology, sustainability, and high-value services. The programme’s focus on evidence-based management and practical business models equips you for roles in business development, project leadership, operations, and entrepreneurship. Whether you’re scaling a startup, driving change within a multinational, or launching a consultancy, you’ll have the frameworks to deliver measurable impact.
With a concentration of global and regional headquarters across the greater Zurich area, cross-functional agility is a career advantage. This degree strengthens your ability to collaborate across finance, marketing, HR, supply chain, and IT—preparing you to lead initiatives that cut across teams, borders, and markets. It’s a powerful foundation for professionals seeking to grow within international organisations and Swiss SMEs alike.
Ready to Begin?
Your journey can start today—from Zurich, on your terms. Earn a British degree in an exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, build a global network, and unlock new professional pathways. Request our course catalogue and take the next step toward the future you want.