This elite dual degree program offers the perfect combination of business leadership and luxury brand expertise. Through a partnership between Helvetic Business School (HBS) in Switzerland and the International School of Management (ISM) in Germany, students will earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from HBS and a Master of Arts (MA) in Luxury, Fashion & Sales Management from ISM. Perfect for those aspiring to careers in high-end fashion, cosmetics, jewelry, and lifestyle brands.

Program Highlights

Degrees Awarded:

MBA from HBS + MA in Luxury, Fashion & Sales Management from ISM
Duration:

2.5 years (1 year in Switzerland, 1.5 years in Germany)
Study Mode:

Full-time
Location:

Vevey (CH) & Munich or Berlin (DE)
Language:

English

Program Format Year 1 – Helvetic Business School (Switzerland)

MBA foundation: Business Strategy, Finance, Marketing, Leadership, and Innovation

Business simulations, executive workshops, and consulting projects

Year 2 – ISM (Germany)

Specialized courses: Luxury Retail, Global Fashion Trends, Digital Fashion Marketing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Campus options: Berlin or Munich

Complete a Master’s Thesis and an internship

Career Outlook

Graduates are positioned to join or lead luxury-focused enterprises globally. Example roles include:

Brand Manager (Luxury/Fashion)

Retail Strategy Lead

Sales Director for High-End Brands

Visual Merchandising Director

Global PR & Communications Manager

Tuition & Fees

CHF 13’500/year (all paid to HBS)

Additional costs may apply

How to Apply

Apply to the HBS MBA program

Complete Year 1 in Switzerland (core curriculum)

Transfer to ISM in Berlin for Year 2

Graduate with two degrees by completing your venture or thesis project

Admissions Requirements

Bachelor's degree recognised in Germany (contact us to know if your degree is recognised) or equivalent qualification
English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
Motivation Letter
CV or resume
Transcripts and academic records

Bachelor's degree recognised in Germany (contact us to know if your degree is recognised) or equivalent qualification
English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
Motivation Letter
CV or resume
Transcripts and academic records

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