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02.03.26

Martin Hirzel Becomes Visiting Professor at the ZHAW School of Management and Law

The President of Swissmem and Vice President of economiesuisse will take up a guest professorship in the Master's in International Business and the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs at the ZHAW School of Management and Law from March…

26.02.26

Falk Uebernickel takes over as co-director at the IMM

For almost a year, Steffen Müller has been co-director of the Institute of Marketing Management (IMM). The management team is now expanding, as Falk Uebernickel, another proven expert, assumes his role as co-director of the Institute.

26.02.26

TEDxZHAW: Beyond Theory

TEDx talks are inspirational and provide a platform for exchanging and discussing ideas. At the third TEDxZHAW event in Winterthur, speakers from the fields of psychology, biotechnology, robotics, and healthcare shared their experiences on the topic…

19.02.26

After Temporary Stabilization, Cash is in Decline Again

Mobile devices remain Switzerland's favorite way to pay, but in-store payment is levelling off. At the same time, cash is becoming less important for everyday payments. These are the findings of the latest "Swiss Payment Monitor" published by the…

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,…