University of St. Gallen

The St.Gallen University , Switzerland has been originally established as a Business academy in 1898. Today it is a center of excellence through its practice-oriented approach, international flair and integrative view of studies. There are over 200 partner universities thus opening the window of opportunity to earn a double degree or spend an exchange term abroad. The university is actively engaged in research and applied research which have resulted in the university establishing 41 institutes, research institutes and centers.

The academic program is conducted through 5 schools namely; School of Management, School of Economics and Political science, School of Law, School of Finance, School of Social Sciences and Humanities. There are over 8553 students and 3133 employees. The 5 schools provide an holistic and practical education with the schools of management, economics and and Political Science and Finance actively promoting integrative teaching. The school of Humanities and Social sciences brings together 12 different subject areas from humanities and social sciences and provide a broader academic education, which would supplement the main program of study. There are over 80 full time professors, 60 assistant professors, over 300 lecturers and 300 assistants, plus many visiting professors.

Its place as a leading Business school in Europe is manifested by accreditation with EQUIS and AACSB. Courses are offered at Bachelor’s. Master’s and PhD levels. Professional training as well as character building is integrated in the curriculum. The university is a member of the European Center for Information Systems and the Auto-ID labs network.