I. Business Administration Major
Professional advantage: most students who want to take management courses will choose the top MBA. But among these MBAs, there are still some schools that focus on a certain management direction and are unique in this field.
Employment prospects: Mainly focusing on international business and international affairs, managing business and handling political and economic affairs with a global perspective. The public relations management and human resources departments of large multinational companies have great demand for such talents.
Second, the informatics major
This is a big problem for Swiss enterprises. 65,438+0,000 IT jobs are not credible because no suitable candidates can be found. Then this problem will not get better in the near future. According to a survey released by Zurich, Switzerland will lack 32,000 IT talents in 20 17 years. At present, Credit Suisse, a large Swiss bank, has 6,000 employees, one quarter of whom are it employees, and the number is increasing. At present, Credit Suisse Bank of Switzerland recruits it personnel from all over the world, but the shortage can never meet the huge demand.
The two federal polytechnics in Zurich and Lausanne have made remarkable achievements in both teaching and learning. Informatics always requires higher teaching hardware, and the achievements of these two universities are inseparable from their strong economic strength. Swiss Federal Institute of Technology sends 150 computer graduates to the society every year, but it cannot meet the huge demand of Swiss enterprises. Jobs that computer students in Switzerland can find after graduation.
Third, humanities and social sciences
In the next few years, humanities and social sciences will also be promoted to a new popular Swiss study abroad major. With the acceleration of urbanization and the marriage of children, more and more elderly people become "left-behind parents" and "urban fringe people", and their demand for welfare, medical care, nursing and other aspects is increasingly prominent, which will greatly increase the demand for employees such as senior nursing and insurance benefits.
Fourth, the hotel management major
Hotel management is one of the top ten hot industries in the world, and senior hotel management talents are always in short supply worldwide. In recent years, in the international talent market, hotel management talents are in short supply. With the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, the 20 10 Shanghai World Expo and more and more international large-scale events to be held in China, there is an increasing demand for professionals in tourism and hotel management in China.
Professional advantages: With the development of economy and tourism, high-end hotels need more hotel talents with high quality and management ability.
Employment prospects: With various international large-scale events held in China, there is an increasing demand for tourism and hotel management professionals in China. Therefore, senior hotel management talents will become a hot high-paying class in the workplace.
Verb (abbreviation for verb) major in finance and banking
Switzerland is a world financial center with advanced financial knowledge. In Switzerland, we attach great importance to practical operation ability, various models and comparative analysis. Many universities in Switzerland have been certified by CFA, ACCA and other associations, but they still require students to pass CFA and ACCA exams. Among them, some financial courses offered by Swiss universities can be recognized by CFA after reading the first and second stages.
Professional advantages: In Switzerland, where the banking industry is quite developed, the banking specialty of universities is highly recognized in the industry, and the gold content of diplomas is also relatively high.
Employment prospects: Studying in Switzerland, banking and finance, as a pillar industry of economic development, has a great demand for talents, especially middle and senior talents. If foreign students are good enough and fluent in language, they are likely to be employed by various securities investment companies and banking institutions.
2. Application process for studying in Swiss universities
1. Choose the appropriate degree course.
Switzerland has many disciplines, especially financial accounting, economic management, international law, information technology, biochemical medical treatment and environmental protection, and enjoys a high reputation in the world. The following are some popular choices: Master of Human Medicine, Master of Civil Engineering, Master of Computer Science, Master of Physics, Master of International Business, etc.
Choose a suitable Swiss university
There are two famous universities of science and engineering in Switzerland, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and Swiss EPFL University, which are directly under the federal government. ETH in Zurich is almost equivalent to MIT, and others are state-owned universities. Well-known universities include the University of Zurich (UZH), the University of Saint Gallen (HSG), Adolphe merke Institute and the University of Geneva (UNI), where I graduated.
3. Application preparation
Switzerland offers a variety of research options, many of which are highly focused on research. Pay attention to the research direction, major, school and other rankings when applying, and carefully select the degree after collecting all relevant information. Check the exact entrance requirements for each degree course and the specific standards for medical, dental and veterinary degrees. For outstanding students, you can look for scholarship opportunities in Switzerland.
Apply for qualification
You know, most Swiss universities don't recognize certain qualifications, such as distance education certificate, evening school certificate, vocational or part-time high school certificate. If you don't confirm your certificate or qualification, you will get a complete Swiss (or national) semester exam. It is absolutely not recommended to take this kind of exam, because you don't know the form and content of the exam, and it is conducted in the small language of your state.
5. How to apply
Fill in the online application form of the university website.
Pay the application fee.
Upload all supporting documents before the deadline.
6. Language proof
German: DSH, TestDaF, OSD, telc
French: Delve or DALF
English: IELTS, TOEFL
If you don't have a language certificate, you can take a language test at the university and decide whether your level is enough for you to finish your studies according to your grades. Not all universities offer this option, please contact the school. Finally, don't take the language test organized by the school. I went to school with TEF -C 1, but Switzerland did not accept TEF scores and took the language test organized by Geneva University. I was rejected directly, because the first question was actually listening and writing comments, and I was given a blank sheet of paper directly. ...
7. Required application documents
Sign and print out your application form.
Two passport photos
Copy of id card
Official transcripts of college attendance.
High school diploma or undergraduate diploma
Language proficiency certificate (German/French/English)
personal record
Proof of payment of application fee (delayed application 100- 150 Swiss francs or 400 Swiss francs)
Personal thesis/motivation letter (this is very important, a good application motivation letter is related to whether you will be recognized and admitted by your tutor)
8. Additional documents for students applying for doctoral programs
The recommendation letter of the tutor was approved to guide the doctoral thesis and agreed to ignore your research.
If it is the last year of senior three and you don't get the diploma, you can provide the results within one year, but you must send a copy of the final exam results as soon as possible.
All certificates and transcripts are provided by translators in English, French, German or Italian. In addition to translation, some universities will also require the official documents of your school or university, and explain the grading and evaluation system.
9. Deadline for applications from Swiss universities
The deadline for applying to a Swiss university varies, depending on the university you apply for. Students are usually advised to submit their applications in the spring semester in order to start their studies in the next academic year.
Autumn term: 65438+February 1 to April 30th.
Spring term: May 1 to June165438+1October 30th.
If you need a Swiss visa, it is recommended to follow the following deadlines: 12, 1, with the autumn semester starting from February 28th and the spring semester from May 1 to September 30th.
In some cases, doctoral applications have different deadlines:
Autumn semester: to 10, 15.
Spring term: as of March 3 1.
10. The last step after receiving the letter of admission.
Non-EU students must apply for a visa. If you need a student visa, you can apply to the embassy or consulate.
All foreigners studying in Switzerland need to obtain a residence permit. Usually, the local immigration office applies for a residence permit within 14 days after arriving in Switzerland.
Buy health insurance. EU students automatically obtain the basic medical qualification of European medical insurance card. EU and non-EU students must pay extra health insurance upon arrival.
3. Matters needing attention in studying in Switzerland
First of all, class.
1) English is rarely taught, and German and French are basically used, so language training or preparatory study is needed first.
2) The grades include peacetime and final period, and the classroom atmosphere is relatively free. Positive lectures will leave a good impression on the professor, help him to integrate into the Nordic education system more quickly, and help him learn professional skills more solidly.
3) Arrive at the classroom or seminar room on time, go through the back door when you are late, and don't disturb the rhythm of the lecture.
4) preview in advance, mark the questions you don't understand, have the opportunity to ask questions, and review the subject content on the same day.
5) Go to the library for self-study every week or every day to ensure that you can keep up with the progress and consolidate the knowledge you have learned.
6) Buy a notebook and recorder for each subject and listen to it several times after class, which can not only make up for the missing knowledge points in class, but also increase the number of times and deepen the memory.
Second, diet.
People eat for the sky, so eating is more important.
1) There are abundant dairy products, and students who like cheese, dessert and cake all have a good time. There are many kinds of chocolates, and the point is that they are delicious.
2) People usually say: Enjoy the food you have! German, French and Italian will do. The key is to keep love before eating delicious food.
3) It should be noted that the dining is solemn and quiet, and the locals don't like to hear the sound of bowls colliding.
Third, renting a house.
1) The campus is relatively cheap and safe.
2) When renting a house off campus, you should find a reliable landlord.
3) Check whether the water heater and shower nozzle are damaged, firm and damp, which may lead to water leakage.
Fourth, go out.
Generally speaking, social security is very stable, but we still need to be vigilant and improve our emergency response capabilities.
1) Take your passport with you for patrol inspection.
2) It is convenient to take a car and buy drinks with a small amount of change.
3) Don't go out alone at night, let alone take a private car.
4) Put some pills, band-AIDS, gauze, cotton, cold medicine, summer medicine, cool oil and other commonly used drugs or medical supplies in your luggage or backpack. If you are injured, deal with it calmly and don't panic.
5) Don't walk in alleys or paths at night, especially girls. You can usually bring some useful tools such as spray and sticks.