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12.02.26

ZHAW Credits Swiss Military Leadership Training Toward Degree Programs

In the future, the ZHAW School of Management and Law will count Swiss military leadership training toward various degree programs. ZHAW is the first university of applied sciences to recognize Swiss military leadership training as work experience.…

09.02.26

International Survey Confirms High Level of Satisfaction with Business Education

An international survey conducted by the Financial Times in collaboration with the ZHAW School of Management and Law confirms that the majority of business school graduates are satisfied with their education and career paths. At the same time, many…

27.01.26

Dialogue on the Importance of the AI Ecosystem in the Canton of Zurich

During the World Economic Forum in Davos, a roundtable discussion involving politicians, business leaders, and universities was convened at the instigation of Martin Neukom, President of the Cantonal Government of Zurich. The focus of the exchange…

23.01.26

New Continuing Education Course: Sustainability Communication & Reporting

How can companies communicate their sustainability performance credibly, effectively and in a legally sound way—especially in times of increasing regulatory requirements and growing scepticism towards greenwashing? The new ZHAW continuing education…

22.01.26

Animal Rights: Between Idealism and Realism

On 15 January 2026 in Winterthur, the Center for Animal Rights and the Environment (CARE) held its inaugural conference, titled "Animal Rights: Between Idealism and Realism." Renowned speakers shed light on animal rights from a variety of…

22.01.26

The Global Alumni Pulse: What Moves Graduates Worldwide

During the World Economic Forum in Davos, deans from leading business schools, together with CEOs, met to discuss the challenges facing business education and executive education.

21.01.26

School of Management and Law is a PRME Champion

The ZHAW School of Management and Law has once again been named a champion for the period 2026-2027 by PRME (Principles for Responsible Management Education). A total of 50 PRME members worldwide were selected for the "Champions Cohort" based on…

06.01.26

Geopolitical Escalation in Venezuela: IMI and CGC Expertise Assesses Current Developments

The escalation in Latin America raises fundamental questions about the international order, power projection, spheres of influence, and the future role of the United States in global politics. At the ZHAW International Management Institute, and…

06.01.26

New publication: Supporting biodiversity researchers in engaging effectively with policy

How can biodiversity researchers ensure that their work meaningfully informs policy processes and leads to real-world impact? This practical question is at the heart of a newly published commentary in the Bulletin of the Ecological Society of…

18.12.25

PRME Sharing Information on Progress Report 2025

SML is proud to announce the publication of its 2025 Sharing Information on Progress (SIP) Report as part of its continuous commitment to the seven Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), the United Nations Global Compact initiative.

15.12.25

Is Switzerland a reliable security partner for Europe? ZHAW article for "De Facto"

What place does Switzerland have within the new security developments on the European continent? Dr Alina Nychyk and Felix Lisibach from the ZHAW Center for Geopolitics and Competitiveness explore this question in an article for the political portal…

15.12.25

“Those who continue as before risk being caught off guard by the next shock”: Prof. Florian Keller in a ZKB interview

Rising uncertainty, shrinking markets: resilience is becoming increasingly important for Zurich-based SMEs. In an interview with Zürcher Kantonalbank, Florian Keller, ZHAW expert in geopolitics and competitiveness, explains how companies can remain…

10.12.25

You Are Your Future

A course of study at the ZHAW School of Management and Law is an investment in your future. Push yourself to the limit and qualify for a challenging career in business and law.

10.12.25

Swiss Platform for Innovation

ZHAW was once again an innovation partner at this year's Open-i Conference in Zurich. This NZZ Connect event aims to bring together innovative thinkers and doers to pave the way for collaborations that will secure Switzerland's leading role as an…

05.12.25

The SML in Eduniversal Best Business Schools Ranking for the First Time

For the first time, the ZHAW School of Management and Law (SML) has been included in the globally recognized Eduniversal Ranking. The SML received the maximum rating of 3 Palmes of Excellence, possible for new entrants in the ranking.

04.12.25

More Geopolitics at ZHAW University Library in Winterthur

Global events, ranging from wars and trade disputes to technological power struggles, are reshaping not only the political landscape but also markets, supply chains, and business models. Navigating these complex dynamics demands a broad,…

01.12.25

Financial Times European Business School Ranking 2025

This year’s ranking by the international business newspaper, the Financial Times, recognizes the ZHAW School of Management and Law (SML) for the sixth time in a row.

18.11.25

First Lady of Minnesota Visits ZHAW

Yesterday, ZHAW hosted Minnesota's First Lady, Gwen Walz, as part of a trade and education delegation led by State Governor Tim Walz. Their trip through Germany and Switzerland aims to deepen cooperation in research, education, and business and to…

13.11.25

Non-Communicable Diseases Cost Switzerland CHF 109 Billion a Year

Healthcare costs in Switzerland rose by 37 percent between 2012 and 2022. Non-communicable diseases account for the majority of healthcare costs and production losses, totaling 109 billion Swiss francs per year.

05.11.25

11 December 2025 - TEDxZHAW: Beyond Theory

For the third time TEDx meets ZHAW. Be part of this unique Live-Event and delve into the fascinating topics presented on TEDx stage.