Education at the zurich financial centre
Zurich enjoys an excellent reputation throughout the world for education as well as research and development.Education as a competitive advantage
One of the most important competitive factors of a business location is the availability of skilled employees. Home to Switzerland’s largest university and the seat of the Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich), Zurich offers a truly diverse choice of educational opportunities of international renown. That choice also includes a wide range of universities of applied sciences and research centres.
Financial services providers offer attractive entry opportunities
The financial services providers in Zurich invest in attractive educational opportunities for young employees, including commercial apprenticeships, IT apprenticeships, entry opportunities for Matura holders, internships for students and educational programmes for university graduates.
Continuing education: life-long learning of financial specialists
As well as hands-on research and first-rate academic education, part-time vocational training and continued professional education contribute decisively to the success of the financial sector. Furthermore, by way of industry associations, companies in the financial sector support vocational training programmes and university courses as well as national cooperation networks and foundations.
Hands-on approach and innovative strength
The high-quality educational opportunities in the Zurich region provide the foundation for qualified employees who further their education on an ongoing basis. The close proximity of industry and science ensures the innovative strength and flexibility of Zurich as a successful financial centre. A host of bespoke educational programmes are on offer in the fields of banking, finance and insurance.