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Advanced Professional Education in Business Pedagogy

Develop expertise in business education, didactics, and vocational training for careers in teaching and HR development.

Best for:Best for professionals seeking to advance their careers in business education, vocational training, or HR development with a strong focus on didactics and educational leadership.

Universität St. Gallen · St. Gallen, Switzerland
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Business pedagogyEducational managementVocational trainingDidactics of economicsSecondary education (Level II)HR development
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
30. November / 30. April
Funding
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Start date
flexible (intake dates: November 30 and April 30)
Location
St. Gallen
Switzerland

Overview

This advanced professional programme at the University of St. Gallen equips participants with scientific and practical skills to excel as experts in business pedagogy, didactics, educational management, and personnel development. It offers a structured pathway for those aiming to become economics teachers at secondary level II or specialise in vocational training. The curriculum blends theoretical foundations with hands-on experience, preparing graduates for leadership roles in education and HR.

Business pedagogy certificationEconomics teacher trainingVocational educationDidactics and teaching methodsEducational leadershipHR training and developmentSwiss vocational education system

What you'll do

  • Develop and apply scientific and practical competencies in business pedagogy, didactics, and educational management.
  • Design and implement teaching materials and curricula for economics education at secondary level II.
  • Engage in research and development of innovative teaching methods and vocational training approaches.
  • Collaborate with educational institutions and HR departments to enhance professional development programmes.
  • Prepare for a career as an economics teacher or specialist in vocational training and HR development.

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Education, or a related field; professional experience in education or HR is advantageous.

Language: German; proficiency required for instruction and work

Instruction: German

Required skills
  • Proficiency in German (language of instruction and work)
  • Basic understanding of educational theories and practices
  • Ability to design and deliver educational content
  • Experience in teaching or HR-related roles (preferred)
Nice to have
Prior experience in vocational training or secondary educationFamiliarity with Swiss educational systems and policiesInterdisciplinary teaching and training skills
Eligibility
  • No specific nationality restrictions
  • Open to professionals with relevant academic or vocational backgrounds
  • No age restrictions mentioned

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How to apply

Deadline: 2023-11-30, 2024-04-30

Applicants must apply directly through the official programme portal of the Institute of Business Education (WiPaed) at the University of St. Gallen. The application process typically requires submitting academic transcripts, proof of professional experience, and a motivation letter. Detailed instructions are available on the programme’s website.

Documents required
  • CV or resume
  • Motivation letter
  • Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
  • Proof of professional experience (if applicable)
  • Language proficiency certificate (if not native German speaker)
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Contact

Institute of Business Education (WiPaed)· Admissions Office

https://www.wipaed.unisg.ch

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Institute of Business Education (WiPaed)
Universität St. Gallen
Switzerland
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