Responsible learning, responsible leading.
Preparing you to become an active member of society is a huge responsibility which we take to heart at HEC Lausanne, the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Lausanne.
Situated in a spectacular and dynamic part of Europe on the shores of “Lac Léman”, our privileged position at the heart of the University of Lausanne gives you the opportunity to enjoy an outstanding quality of student life and access to a vibrant business, scientific and academic community.
Because we are one of the most cosmopolitan business schools in Europe, you will also be exposed to a true international forum where people from different cultures talk, exchange ideas and learn from each other thus transforming the way we do global business.
At HEC Lausanne, you will get the very best up-to-date education with the latest thinking in our different fields of study. On top, you will also develop a real sense of social responsibility thanks to the business ethics which permeate throughout all our teaching, from bachelor to executive master degrees.
We firmly believe responsible learning is the first step towards responsible leading. We believe it so strongly that we made it into our slogan :
Responsible learning, responsible leading.
reasons why you should choose hec lausanne
* According to Universum Students Survey 2009 which compared six Swiss universities, the University of Lausanne came top in the categories ‘student life’ and ‘campus surroundings’ and a close second in ‘teaching quality’. ** HEC Lausanne was ranked no.1 Business School in Switzerland and no. 9 in Europe in the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) Research Ranking based on the number of publications in the most prestigious research journals for the period 2004-2008.
10 at tHE HEaRt of a kEy EuRopEan businEss CLustER HEC Lausanne is part of an incredibly dynamic region made up of global headquarters for many multinational companies, research centres, technological parks and over 1200 innovative start-ups and SMEs. This leads to strong relationships between the Faculty and the business world. Many students enjoy internships with some of the leading companies in the region : P&G, Swatch group, UBS, Novartis, Nestlé to name but a few…
studEnts LovE it
What better endorsement than from students themselves. Recent surveys by Universum* reveal that student life at the University of Lausanne is considered the best in Switzerland by students.
REsponsibLE LEaRning, REsponsibLE LEading.
The HEC Lausanne mission is to teach students to become responsible leaders in order to promote sustainable value for business and society as a whole. Lessons on ethics are an integral part of teaching programmes at the Faculty and students are asked to sign a code of conduct.
a gLobaL Campus
Over half the teaching staff and a third of the student body come from abroad making HEC Lausanne one of the most international business schools in Europe. Exchange programmes allow students to study abroad at over a hundred partner universities such as UCLA, LMU or Sciences Po Paris.
smaLL but bEautifuL
With 2000 students and 230 teaching or teaching related staff, HEC Lausanne is one of the smaller business schools in Europe making it a place where students can truly interact with teachers and experts especially at Master’s level.
a REsEaRCH powERHousE
Recognized all over the world and demonstrated in international rankings such as UTD**, HEC Lausanne is one of the best research schools in Europe. The excellence of its research feeds directly into the teaching and ensures that students receive the ultimate learning experience.
LinkEd in to 8000 aLumni
Students can start building their professional networks immediately with the 8000 strong alumni network of HEC Lausanne. The alumni association facilitates communication between past and present students to help build careers, exchange ideas and create a trans-generational sense of community.
tHE quaLity of a pRivatE businEss sCHooL opEn to aLL
With its fantastic teaching and student resources, HEC Lausanne is one of the most respected business schools in the public sector. Thanks to the financial commitment and backing of the Canton of Vaud, the school is accessible to all, regardless of class or means.
an intERdisCipLinaRy matRix
As the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Lausanne, HEC Lausanne is an integral and geographical part of the biggest academic campus in Switzerland. Easy access to the other faculties and to the EPFL stimulates interdisciplinary collaboration and promotes new ideas and ways of thinking.
a bREatHtaking LoCation
Situated in a beautiful natural environment on the sloping shores of the “Lac Léman” with the snow-capped Alps as a backdrop, the campus also has exceptional sporting and leisure facilities as well as fast and easy transport connections to Geneva international airport and all major European cities.
mastER pRogRammEs
• Master of Science in Accounting, Control and Finance1
• Master of Science in Actuarial Science • Master of Science in Economics • Master of Science in Finance2 • Master of Science in Information Systems3
• Master of Science in Management
doCtoRaL pRogRammEs
baCHELoR pRogRammEs
• Bachelor of Science in Economics • Bachelor of Science in Management
1 With the University of Geneva 2 With the Universities of Geneva and Neuchâtel 3 With the University of Neuchâtel
the programmes
baCHELoR of sCiEnCE in EConomiCs
This programme aims to equip students with a thorough understanding of the basic tools and models of economic analysis. Students will be expected to understand analytical tools such as differential calculus, probability theory and statistics as well as acquiring the skills to understand models such as perfect competition and growth theory. At the end of their studies, students will be able to apply economic theory in a range of contexts, including international trade, European integration, health economics, banking and finance.
baCHELoR of sCiEnCE in managEmEnt
Graduates will be able to enter the business world in junior managerial positions. Students will have mastered skills such as accounting, law, statistics and marketing as well as reaching intellectual maturity through learning independent thinking, analysis and critical evaluation. Students are also expected to develop high ethical standards and be able to work with people from different backgrounds.
students are awarded a bachelor of science degree in a specific field after having successfully completed three years of study. this includes a 2 year general studies programme during which students learn to master the tools of modern management and to develop their critical reasoning skills. students then choose a specialisation during their third year. two branches are available :
bachelors of science
3rd cycle : years 6 + doctorates
ExECutivE mastER in businEss administRation (Emba):
> in managEmEnt and CoRpoRatE finanCE www.hec.unil.ch/emba
> in managEmEnt of tECHnoLogy http://mot.epfl.ch
> in assEt and wEaLtH managEmEnt www.awemba.org
mastER and CERtifiCatE of advanCEd studiEs (mas & Cas) :
> in HEaLtH EConomiCs and managEmEnt www.hec.unil.ch/iems/mashem
> in pHaRmaCEutiCaL EConomiCs and poLiCy www.hec.unil.ch/iems/pharma/formation/maspep
> in spoRt administRation and tECHnoLogy www.aists.org
HEC Lausanne offers tailor-made executive masters for students who wish to further their education and stay ahead of the competition. these masters are usually taught in partnership with other institutions. for more information you will find the website link below each programme.
the HEC Lausanne doctoral programme nurtures students to produce highly original and cutting edge research theses in the following areas:
> aCtuaRiaL sCiEnCE
This Master provides excellent overall training for tomorrow’s leaders. After an initial general studies programme during the first semester, students can then choose to specialise in the following areas : > Marketing > International Management > Management of Technology and Entrepreneurship > Organisational Behaviour www.hec.unil.ch/mscm
mastER of sCiEnCE in EConomiCs
This programme starts with two semesters of in-depth training in the theory of economics. The third semester is dedicated to applied research or can be spent abroad in a partner university. The fourth semester is spent on the Master’s thesis. The Master of Science in Economics offers interesting career prospects leading to employment in public or international organisations, large private companies or it can be a spring board for the start of an academic career. www.hec.unil.ch/msce
mastER of sCiEnCE in aCtuaRiaL sCiEnCE
This Master provides complete training for the actuarial profession. It is made up of specialised courses on the theories of risk, the stochastic process and actuarial financial models. The University of Lausanne is the only university to offer such a programme in Switzerland. www.hec.unil.ch/mscas
mastER of sCiEnCE in infoRmation systEms
This two sided programme trains specialists in information technology. The first side consists of a mixture of courses in the management and engineering of information systems. The second side offers both a solid conceptual basis and practical know-how in relation to information systems. This allows students to navigate easily through the different levels of abstraction required in the conception, construction and management of information systems. www.hec.unil.ch/mscis
all the masters of science provide an excellent means of entry into the employment market and also prepare potential candidates for the doctoral programme. most of the teaching is in English and students often have the opportunity to study abroad.
HEC Lausanne also offers an interfaculty Master : mastER of sCiEnCE in Law, CRiminaLity and sECuRity of nEw tECHnoLogiEs www.hec.unil.ch/des
masters of science
www.hec.unil.ch/hec/masters/presentation www.hec.unil.ch/hec/executive www.hec.unil.ch/hec/doctorats
mastER of sCiEnCE in aCCounting, ContRoL and finanCE Developed in conjunction with large, international auditing firms, this programme is aimed at those who wish to acquire more advanced knowledge of accounting, controlling and finance with the objective of taking on significant responsibilities in the world of business and at those who wish to gain valuable knowledge prior to pursuing doctoral studies. www.hec.unil.ch/mccf
mastER of sCiEnCE in finanCE
This programme offers students excellent training in quantitative methods allowing them to understand the complex issues that arise within financial institutions. After following a core general studies programme during the first semester, students can then choose to specialise in the following fields : > Financial Engineering and Risk
Management (Lausanne) > Wealth Management (Geneva) > Financial Analysis (Neuchâtel) This Master is recognized by the CFA as a programme partner and enjoys strong links with the Swiss Finance Institute. www.hec.unil.ch/mscf
infoRmation systEms
The Department of Information Systems is at the cutting edge of research in management of information technology, information systems engineering and design, which are major issues for most companies. Research in knowledge management, security and auditing, neuro- science and bio-inspired systems applied to economy, logic and game theory, enterprise architecture and distributed systems, project and change management, e-business and system design are just some of the areas studied in this department.
maRkEting
The teaching at the Department of Marketing covers a wide array of subjects in order to best reflect the many dimensions of marketing. In its research, this department looks particularly at the role of the consumer from an international and cross-cultural perspective and also the implementation of marketing policies which are ethical and useful to society.
opERations
Research in the Department of Operations looks at how to optimise production flows in for example the conception of a new product or the management of a supply chain. This department looks at operational solutions to improve production strategy, reduce production delays and thus have a direct impact on a company’s competitiveness and bottom line.
oRganisationaL bEHaviouR
One of the youngest disciplines represented at HEC Lausanne, the Department of Organisational Behaviour conducts leading research on the behaviour and decisions of individuals and groups in organisations. This advances knowledge that can help organisations to improve their effectiveness and their stakeholders’ well-being.
stRatEgy
This department examines how internal and external factors contribute to policy making within a sector of activity or a company. Ethics is strongly represented at HEC Lausanne and is a core component of most teaching programmes. Research in this field looks in particular at the impact of globalisation on corporate social responsibility and the dynamic between companies, NGOs and suppliers.
HEC Lausanne is renowned for the high quality of its research due to the scientific rigour employed and the pertinence of its findings for today’s economy. organised across ten departments with many cross-disciplinary projects and international partnerships, this knowledge and know-now is disseminated in all the faculty teaching. the faculty is truely cosmopolitan with more than half the teaching staff coming from abroad.
aCCounting and ContRoL
The teaching and research in this department covers areas including auditing, tax systems, management and cost control which are essential to understand the growing complexity of national and international accounting. Every year, the big international audit companies recruit from this rich pool of HEC Lausanne graduates.
aCtuaRiaL sCiEnCE
HEC Lausanne is the only Swiss institution to offer a complete programme in actuarial sciences, the mathematical and statistical analysis of risk in the insurance and finance industries. One example of ongoing research is “Enterprise Risk Management” which creates models to evaluate the risks which companies face.
businEss and tax Law
Covering Swiss, European and International Law, this department teaches and conducts research in many different fields including tax, competition and company law, intellectual property and VAT.
EConomiCs
A good understanding of economics is essential for any management position in a company, institution or organisation. The Department of Economics’ teaching and research is concentrated in the fields of health, industrial, public, spatial, experimental and national economics, theoretical and applied econometrics, finance and European integration.
finanCE
HEC Lausanne is of one of the most important European centres of teaching and research in finance with a complete programme of courses which guarantees students access to the world of finance. Research carried out by this department covers all aspects of finance including the determinants of security prices in speculative markets, the management of corporations and portfolio allocation in the long run.
research and teaching excellence
for HEC Lausanne students, future leaders in business and society, the opportunity to study abroad is a wonderful and enriching experience. true to its international reputation, HEC Lausanne has established a global network of partner universities to facilitate this experience. the HEC Lausanne and university of Lausanne extensive network is made up of over 100 partner universities all over the world. thanks to this far reaching network, bachelor or master students can spend either one or two semesters abroad. developing knowledge of another language and culture is an undeniable advantage in the constantly evolving job market.
a global networK
switzerland : a land of excellence and opportunity Switzerland is at the top of league tables in innovation, business competitiveness, high salaries and purchasing power, excellence of scientific research, quality of life and boasts the highest number of Nobel prizes and patents per capita in the world.
more than 100 partners across the globe
more than 200 bachelor and master students arrive or depart on exchanges each year
all European exchanges are socrates – Erasmus
“we learn to live and communicate with a way of thinking that is completely different” Rémi, Kaist Business School, Korea
“discovering different cultures and sharing in the unforgettable experiences...” Rafael, UTS Sydney, Australia
“studying at mannheim university has enabled me to follow a course given by german professors and guests from Canada, the united states or australia, which has given me a more international vision of economics.” Laura, Universität Mannheim, Germany
europe (erasMus)
belgium FUNDP Namur Katholieke Universiteit Leuven ULB Solvay Bruxelles Vrije Universiteit Brussel
denmark Copenhagen Business School
finland Aalto University School of Economics
france Sciences Po Paris Université Claude Bernard Lyon I Université de Nice Université Lumière Lyon II* Université Panthéon – Sorbonne Paris I Université Paris – Dauphine Paris IX
germany European Business School Freie Universität Berlin Humboldt-Universität Berlin Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg Universität Hohenheim Universität Karlsruhe Universität Mannheim Universität Osnabrück* Universität Tübingen* WHU Koblenz
great britain Cardiff Business School University of Aberdeen* University of Kent at Canterbury* University of Strathclyde Business School
greece Athens University of Economics and Business
ireland University College Dublin*
italy Libera Università di Bolzano LUISS Guido Carli Roma Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi Milano Università degli Studi di Roma Tor Vergata Università degli Studi di Torino*
norway Norwegian School of Economics and Business
netherlands Rijksuniversiteit Gronigen Universiteit van Amsterdam Universiteit Maastricht
poland Jagiellonian University in Krakow* Warsaw School of Economics
portugal Universidade Nova de Lisboa Universidade Technica de Lisboa
Russia Saint-Petersburg State University*
sweden Lunds Universitet Stockholms Universitet Uppsala Universitet
aMericas
brazil Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Canada HEC Montréal McGill Université Laval Université de Montréal* Université d’Ottawa Universités du Québec CREPUQ Université du Québec à Montréal* University of British Columbia University of Waterloo* University of Western Ontario
Chile Universidad de Chile Santiago*
united states Arizona State University* Carnegie Mellon University Claremont Graduate University Columbia University Georgia State University Iowa State University* ISEP Sam Houston State University* Texas A&M University* UCLA University of Buffalo (SUNY)* University of Miami* University of Michigan Ann Arbor* University of Richmond
mexico Universidad de Las Americas Puebla* ITESM*
asia and australia
China Chinese University of Hong Kong* Peking University* Nanjing University University of Hong Kong*
india IIM Bangalore
singapore National University of Singapore* Singapore Management University
taiwan National Chengchi University* National Taiwan University
* General agreement between universities
our partner universities
The objective of the association is to make its members aware of the importance of such a network of people throughout their professional lives and beyond. For current students, the alumni association assists in organising company visits, HEC Lausanne clubs, conferences and seminars throughout the world. This creates an atmosphere that is conducive to creating and developing long-term ties among members of all ages and all disciplines, facilitating the transition into professional life. Meeting others with the same educational background provides a source of motivation, inspiration and confidence in the future as well as valuable contacts. The association publishes the Bulletin magazine twice a year to bridge the gap between the research activities of the Faculty and the business world, as well as HEC Actualités, a calendar of the principal events organised for graduates.
linKed in to 8000 alumni tHEy CHosE HEC LausannE
Louis C. Camilleri CEO and Chairman of PMI
marie-Hélène miauton Founder and CEO M.I.S Trend
thierry kenel CFO, Breguet
Joseph blatter CEO FIFA
Jean-Claude biver CEO Hublot
www.gradueshec.ch
the HEC Lausanne alumni association with its 8000 members is a highly valuable link between the HEC Lausanne faculty and the business world. it constitutes the principal network of active university of Lausanne alumni. an up to date membership list is accessible to paying members.
sabine mayer, Procter & Gamble, Assistant Brand Manager
what did you particularly appreciate during your studies at HEC Lausanne ? The quality of the teaching and the diversity of the subjects taught, as well as the numerous student associations which allowed us to develop a feeling of belonging to HEC Lausanne.
why would you recommend HEC Lausanne to an undecided student ? Because it is the best business and economics faculty in Switzerland, and the education it offers is in great demand in the job market.
in what way did HEC Lausanne “change your life” ? The education it offers allowed me the freedom to choose when I was looking for a job. It also helped me to acquire the essential skills and tools which meant that I was at ease with my work and could go to work every day with a smile.
Robin Cornelius, SwitCheR, Chairman
what did you particularly appreciate during your studies at HEC Lausanne ? I particularly appreciated the diversity of the subjects, from financial to general management via the construction of Europe.
why would you recommend HEC Lausanne to an undecided student ? I would ask them : Do you enjoy being exposed to many different situations and challenging concepts every single day ? Are you ready for change ? This is typical of any business context and anyone who hesitates to face such situations is already lagging behind the others.
in what way did HEC Lausanne “change your life”? I was immensely pleased to earn my degree because the world opened up to me, and I only had to look for a project to develop the knowledge I had just acquired...
Philippe Dubois, BADOLLet, CEO
what did you particularly appreciate during your studies at HEC Lausanne ? Being able to share time with students who came from many different horizons, cultures and countries.
why would you recommend HEC Lausanne to an undecided student? If students are hesitant when they start their university studies, there is no doubt that a HEC Lausanne master will be the key that opens many doors for their futures.
in what way did HEC Lausanne “change your life”? HEC Lausanne was the springboard in my professional career.
etienne Jornod, GALeniCA, CEO
HEC Lausanne gives an excellent overview of economics and management. Personally, I benefited greatly from it as I went there at the age of 25, after having already worked in industry. If you have a little initiative, this education is an excellent means of getting in contact with companies and meeting extremely interesting people.
HEC Lausanne is at the heart of one of the most dynamic business clusters in the world which gives it unparalleled access to a wealth of different companies and institutions. Thanks to the good relations HEC Lausanne enjoys with the local business community, students can find internships in multinationals and SMEs including
HEC Lausanne has also developed close ties with federal and cantonal government agencies, as well as many international organisations.
nestlé ubs procter & gamble L’oréal pwC Ernst & young kpmg
mckinsey Caterpillar novartis medtronic deutsche bank LodH Jaeger Lecoultre swatch group Rüeger delarive groupe kudelski group mk gestion ...
business partners
wHat tHEy tHink of HEC LausannE
HEC Lausanne has a rich choice of student associations from which to choose .
LE Comité dEs étudiants HEC LausannE
The Comité HEC Lausanne is the official association for HEC Lausanne students. It communicates student views to faculty management and organises a large number of extracurricular activities including :
> The famous HEC Lausanne ball > The CCEDHEC sailing competition > Various sporting activities > Conferences and receptions www.comite.ch
HEC – EspaCE EntREpRisE
This association, headed by a group of students, surveys the opportunities for internships in the “Lac Léman” region. In close cooperation with numerous SMEs and multinationals, it offers workshops and advertises part-time employment opportunities to students. Every year, the association organises the Strategis prize, awarded to a SME in Western Switzerland for its high quality management. www.hec-espace-entreprise.ch
staRt – LausannE
START is an association that promotes entrepreneurship and provides assistance to people who require help for a particular business project. In order to provide the best possible response in line with client expectations, START relies on the skills of students who are at the end of their studies as well as those of its partners. The association also provides support courses for students in their first year at HEC Lausanne. www.startlausanne.org
JunioR EntERpRisE – HEC
Junior Enterprise-HEC (JE-HEC) is a true service enterprise. It obtains mandates for studies on behalf of companies and public or private organisations in multiple domains. The mandates are handled by teams of students who act as genuine consultants, thus acquiring particularly valuable practical experience. JE-HEC publishes the annual “Echos Money” magazine and organises a high-profile golf competition between students and business leaders. www.jehec.ch
aiEsEC
AIESEC is an international platform specifically designed for students to discover and develop their potential, as well as to proactively make a lasting, positive impact on society. AIESEC provides the opportunity to acquire work experience in another country. The association is represented in more than 1100 universities across the world. www.la.aiesec.ch
phd nEt
PhD Net is the association for doctoral students. Created in 2005, the objective of the association is to facilitate the exchange of knowledge among doctoral students to improve and promote research outside of the university. It also seeks to helps students in the transition between the academic world and the private world as well as to create opportunities for old and new doctoral students to meet. www.hec.unil.ch/phdnet
a student association for every taste
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AffiliAted orgAnisAtions Association des gradués HeC +41 21 692 33 86 | info@gradueshec.ch
Comité des étudiants HeC +41 21 692 33 16 | comite@unil.ch
HeC espace entreprise +41 21 692 33 34 | communication@hec-espace-entreprise.ch
Junior entreprise +41 21 692 33 35 | info@jehec.ch
AieseC +41 21 692 34 43 | aiesec@la.aiesec.ch
stArt +41 21 692 25 97 | lau@startglobal.org
Phd net www.hec.unil.ch/phdnet
Practical information for students +41 21 692 21 16 maria.velasco@unil.ch www.unil.ch
HeC lAUsAnne reception +41 21 692 33 00 marcelle.aprile@unil.ch
dean’s office +41 21 692 33 40 hecdoyen@unil.ch
Undergraduate school, Bachelors +41 21 692 33 50 corinne.delapierre@unil.ch
Bachelors equivalences +41 21 692 36 86 isabelle.schmid@unil.ch
graduate school, Masters +41 21 692 33 09 hecmasters@unil.ch
Masters equivalences +41 21 692 33 09 sylvie.grinvanhamel@unil.ch
international mobility +41 21 692 33 08 hecinternational@unil.ch
doctoral school +41 21 692 33 66 jacqueline.montroneuba@unil.ch
eMBA +41 21 692 33 90 emba@unil.ch
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