Why IUG?
Location
The university is located in a modern highly secured business centre in Geneva, Switzerland. Geneva is at the heart of Europe and a hub for numerous international organizations, non-governmental organizations and multinational companies (link to Geneva International ) and the centre for dialogue on important current global issues. Geneva’s central location allows for easy travel (one hour by air) to major European cities such as London, Paris, Brussels and Milan.
Dynamic learning environment, combining theory and practice
Students at IUG receive an education which combines theoretical instruction with practical experience. Professors bring extensive knowledge both from the academic world and from work experience in the public and private sectors.
Business education
The International University in Geneva specializes in degrees linked to business to help prepare students for successful careers in areas such as marketing, finance, human resources, international relations, and communications.
Students have gone onto work in the banking, hotel, luxury, pharmaceutical and medical sectors as well as international organisations and non governmental organizations. Many go onto run their family businesses.
Small classes with individual attention
The IUG ensures that classes are limited to a maximum of 30 students. Therefore, students are able to benefit from an interactive lesson with direct feedback from the Professors.
International exchange program
The International University in Geneva has established a network, developing a unique exchange programs with over 30 leading academic institutions worldwide. The program provides opportunities for students from universities within the IUG network in Europe, USA, Central and South America, Asia and the Middle East (link to the country on the page with list), to spend one semester at IUG and be credited at their institution. It also allows IUG students to spend one semester at another University and receive credit at IUG. With some universities, students may obtain a dual degree with IUG.
Global network
Through the multinational student body and faculty, students graduating from the IUG have a lifelong link, through alumni, to a global network of professionals in the public and private sectors.
Employment opportunities
Students benefit from the IUG’s extensive international network in the public and private sectors. Through the faculty and the career counselling, the IUG has acquired a vast network of contacts and a solid reputation in the international sector. Many students have received internships at international organizations or in the private sector.
In addition, the IUG has an excellent graduate employment record. IUG’s academic degree courses provide graduates with transferable skills, as well as in-depth knowledge and experience in their chosen subject.
Social events
The IUG organises various social events such as excursions to cities throughout Europe, ski holidays in Switzerland and beyond, as well as regular barbeques and evening events for students, and trips to other Universities as part of our vast exchange program (link to exchange programmes) with leading Universities.
Testimonial
Dynamic learning environment, combining theory and practice
“Being lectured by a highly committed faculty, who shared their professional experiences, was a great added value to the courses.”
Eadie Sherron, BBA/ACE
Swiss, Merrill Lynch International
“The courses are interactive and allow students to “learn by doing” by combining theory with practical cases.”
Bruna Johnson-Descalzi,
MA in Media and Communication
Ecuadorian, Business Communication Division, Nestlé
Testimonial
Business education
“The knowledge and skills I got from my studies were indeed very helpful for my career. Plus, getting to know students from all over the world, hearing from people who lived and worked all over the world and experiencing life in Geneva helped expand my horizons”.
Tunga Namjilsuren
Communications Officer, The Partnership for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health
Hosted by the World Health Organization
Testimonial
Small classes with individual attention
“The individual treatment wasn’t a sales gimmick; it has been a characteristic of my studies in Geneva all along.”
James Asquisth, MBA
British, Caterpillar Europe
Testimonial
Global network
“Studying at the International University in Geneva opened many horizons for me, both professionally and socially, and I am thankful for that.”
Dina Sabry, MBA/MA
Egyptian, Human Resources Manager, Novartis