Starting a new chapter can feel overwhelming, but you won’t have to do it alone. You’ll be matched with a current student who will be your peer mentor. From tips on finding housing to choosing the right courses, they will make your move to Switzerland and the University of St.Gallen much smoother.
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Shaping responsible global leaders
With AI breakthroughs, rising trade tensions, and policy uncertainty, the systems and structures that businesses once used are evolving. And with these new complexities and opportunities, comes greater expectations on managers and business leaders. Success now demands more than traditional business knowledge; it calls for a deeper, more versatile understanding of strategy, innovation, and global dynamics.
The Master in Strategy and International Management (SIM) at the University of St.Gallen aims to take on this challenge. Blending the research-driven academic rigour of a Master of Arts with the real-world focus of an MBA, the programme equips you with the tools, perspective, and leadership capabilities to become tomorrow's responsible global leaders.
Financial Times Global Masters in Management Ranking 2025
Think global. Act with impact.
The SIM programme has been ranked #1 worldwide in the prestigious Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking for an unparalleled 14 times. A top-tier management education that combines academic rigour with practical relevance, it has a curriculum with an in-depth focus on strategy, leadership, finance, marketing, sustainability, and international management.
To complement this, the programme integrates soft skills training that develops intellectual flexibility. Meanwhile, hard skills are sharpened through skill-building workshops and international experiences that enhance employability while encouraging collaboration, growth, and a global mindset. Every step of the way, a global faculty will be by your side, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to excel in your future career.
Grow professionally
From consulting and financial services to industry and entrepreneurship, SIM graduates are prepared to thrive. That’s thanks to SIM’s all-round career support: advanced skill training, exclusive company workshops, one-to-one career counselling, career fairs, on-campus company events, the SIMtensive German language programme, and Career Power Days.
Grow personally
At the University of St.Gallen, the world becomes your campus. Through partnerships with more than 200 leading institutions, including INCAE Business School in Costa Rica and Nanyang Business School in Singapore, you can explore various double degree options and exchange programmes.
And the possibilities don’t stop there. You can arrange a free-mover exchange at other recognised universities for a more one-of-a-kind international experience.
Where SIM talent thrives
Founded in 1898, the University of St.Gallen has earned a reputation as a go-to institution for international recruiters seeking well-rounded, high-performing graduates. SIM students especially grow into forward-thinking future leaders who fuse creativity and strategy to make meaningful impact in consulting, finance, venture capital, healthcare, industry, and entrepreneurship, and beyond.
And with such a strong reputation, it’s common for SIM graduates to receive multiple job offers — often with highly competitive starting salaries — before completing their programme.
Graduates are hired at:
“The University of St.Gallen for us is a very important university within Switzerland. Not only because they are in business, but also because we believe that the students learn, within their programmes already, the right skills that we require within our consulting team.
We have established a long-lasting relationship with the SIM programme because we believe that those students have the research knowledge that they acquire within the programme, as well as the practical experience.”
BCG - Corporate partner of the SIM programme
Belong, connect, grow
Becoming a “SIMmie” means becoming part of a close-knit and engaged community. The University of St.Gallen believes that an active community life is central to the SIM experience.
Students, alumni, faculty, and programme managers come together in and outside of the classroom through regular events, international networking opportunities, and social media interactions – helping you build connections that last well beyond graduation. You’ll always find people ready to offer guidance, share insights, and help you thrive both personally and professionally.
The SIM Class of 2024 is made up of 54 students, 93% of which are international students from 24 nationalities, with women accounting for half of the cohort.
SIM cohort 2025 at a glance:
The SIM Regulars’ Tables are regularly organised gatherings with cross-cultural themes. They offer a welcoming space to meet and interact with fellow SIM students, staff, and faculty,
Kicking off your SIM journey is SIMopoly. Led by former SIM students, your team will explore the city of St.Gallen through a treasure hunt, all while getting to know your classmates.
Once a year, the entire SIM Community gathers to reconnect with familiar faces, build new relationships, and strengthen bonds across all members of the SIM network.
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A place where your ideas change the world
The University of St.Gallen is one of the oldest business schools in the world and was the first of its kind in Switzerland. But beyond its history of academic excellence, it is a place where ideas take root and transform industries, communities, and lives.
Surrounded by Switzerland’s natural beauty, exceptional safety, and reputation as the world’s most innovative nation, the university offers the ideal environment to learn and grow. Here, you gain practical knowledge and valuable insights to drive social and economic progress while growing into the best version of yourself.
CHF 3,329 (US$4,180) per semester for international students
90 ECTS credits for master's degrees
(3 semesters)
Triple Crown accreditation (EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA)
A Global Alliance in Management Education (CEMS) member
“Our vision is to be the leading European business university thanks to impactful research, holistic education and an active community.”
Manuel Ammann, President
CHF 3,329 (US$4,180) per semester for international students
90 ECTS credits for master's degrees
(3 semesters)
Triple Crown accreditation (EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA)
A Global Alliance in Management Education (CEMS) member
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