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About the Program
The Executive Master of Business Administration in International Trade at Swiss International University (SIU) is an advanced executive-level postgraduate study program designed for experienced professionals, managers, entrepreneurs, trade specialists, and senior decision-makers who want to strengthen their knowledge in global commerce, international market strategy, trade finance, cross-border operations, logistics, regulations, and applied business research. This program is delivered across SIU Zurich, SIU Dubai, and SIU Bishkek.
Program Overview
The program is delivered 100% in English through a blended study method, combining flexible online learning with selected academic activities and optional on-campus engagement. Students may complete their thesis defense on campus in Zurich, Dubai, or Bishkek, giving the program an international academic and professional dimension.
Program Title: Executive Master of Business Administration in International Trade
Study Level: Equal to ISCED / EQF Level 7*
European Cycle: Equal to the 2nd European cycle
Duration: 18 Months
Study Method: Blended
Language of Study: 100% English
ECTS: Equal to 90 ECTS
Tuition Fee: CHF 49,000
Thesis Defense: Zurich, Dubai, or Bishkek campus
*ISCED means the International Standard Classification of Education, a global framework used to compare education levels internationally. EQF means the European Qualifications Framework, which helps compare qualifications across European education systems. Level 7 usually refers to master’s-level studies.
This program starts once per year, on the first Monday of October. The first intake began in October 2013.
Program Content
First Year: 9 Modules
Executive Management and Global Business Strategy
International Trade and Global Economic Environment
Strategic Market Entry and International Expansion
Trade Finance and International Payment Systems
Global Supply Chain and Logistics Management
International Business Law, Customs, and Compliance
Import, Export, and Cross-Border Operations
Digital Transformation and E-Commerce in Global Trade
Research Methods for Executive Business Studies
Second Year: Thesis
Executive MBA Thesis in International Trade
Thesis Defense
The thesis allows students to apply executive business knowledge, international trade concepts, and research methods to a real or research-based global business topic. The defense may be completed on campus in Zurich, Dubai, or Bishkek.
Learning Themes
The program focuses on key themes in modern international trade and executive business leadership, including:
Global trade systems, executive decision-making, international market expansion, import and export management, trade finance, customs and compliance, global logistics, supply chain strategy, digital trade, cross-border negotiation, business risk management, sustainable international trade, and applied research.
Students are expected to develop the ability to evaluate international trade opportunities, manage cross-border business operations, lead strategic decisions, and apply research-based thinking to complex global business challenges.
Typical Class Profile
Class size: Up to 25 students
Female participants: 64%
Average age: 39 years
Nationalities represented: 19
Average professional experience: 15 years
Benefits of the Program
The Executive Master of Business Administration in International Trade is designed for experienced learners who want to combine executive management knowledge with practical international trade expertise. It supports professionals who work with global markets, import and export operations, trade regulations, logistics, finance, and international business development.
Key benefits include:
Flexible blended learning, 100% English instruction, international thesis defense options, executive-level international trade modules, strong focus on global business strategy, development of research and decision-making skills, and a diverse classroom with experienced professionals from different countries and industries.
Who Can Apply?
This program is suitable for applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification and have professional experience in business, management, trade, logistics, finance, entrepreneurship, or related fields.
It is especially suitable for:
Senior managers, executives, entrepreneurs, trade professionals, import and export managers, logistics and supply chain professionals, consultants, business development managers, finance professionals, customs and compliance officers, and applicants from related fields who want to develop advanced executive-level international business and trade skills.
Applicants should have a good command of English and a strong interest in international trade, global markets, executive leadership, business strategy, logistics, finance, regulations, digital commerce, and applied research.