CAS Business Transformation & Strategy
Rochester-Bern Executive Programs, University of Bern and University of Rochester
In a world of constant transformation, standing still means falling behind. As a successful executive, you need oversight, a bold vision, strategic clarity, and the ability to drive innovation and change. Moreover, impact is based on a thorough understanding of financial policies, efficient structures and open-minded leadership, all key to shaping the future.
The CAS Business Transformation & Strategy gives you a solid understanding of above mentioned topics and encourages immediate application in your own context as well as active exchange with faculty and peers from other industries.
This CAS forms an integral part of our International Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program and can be credited toward the full degree.
Learn more: CAS Business Transformation & Strategy
| Degree | Certificate of Advanced Studies in General Management (CAS GM, University of Bern) |
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| Start | 02/2026 |
| Length | 5-13 months |
| Scope | 15 ECTS |
| Cycle | Annual |
| Flexible entry possible | No |
| Single module visitable | Yes |
| Place | Bern (University of Bern) |
| Language | English |
| Admission | University degree and 5 years of management experience OR: 10+ years of managerial and leadership experience | Middle or senior level management experience | convincing character | Fluency in English. |
| Registration until | 2026/01/08 |
| Cost | CHF 14'800 |
| Organising institutions | Rochester-Bern Executive Programs, University of Bern and University of Rochester |
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About the program
Harness innovative ideas to define your company’s competitive advantage and incorporate new technologies to bring your corporate strategy to the next level. Learn how to develop a more agile, influential leadership style to guide your organization through transformational processes.
Modules
Mandatory Master Classes
- Global Economic Environment
- Corporate Financial Policy
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Corporate Strategy
Elective Master Classes
- Managerial Accounting
- Leadership & Empowerment
- Organizational Transformation
Please choose one of the three electives to complete your CAS Business Transformation & Strategy.
Organising institution and faculty
Rochester-Bern is a Swiss foundation cooperating closely with the universities of Rochester (USA) and Bern (CH). For over 30 years, Rochester-Bern has been offering further education for management and boards of director members. The faculty includes renowned academics from top business schools in Europe, Switzerland, the United States and Asia.
Admission
University degree and 5 years of management experience OR: 10+ years of managerial and leadership experience | Middle or senior level management experience | convincing character | Fluency in English.
Application and tuition fees
Please apply online.
Program fees amount to CHF 14,800.
Contact
- Name / Titel
- Marisol Zorrilla
- Funktion
- EMBA Manager
- marisol.zorrilla@rochester-bern.ch
- Phone
- +41 31 684 53 27
Associate Courses
DAS in General Management
| Degree | DAS |
|---|---|
| Start | 10/2025 |
| Language | Englisch |
| Cost | CHF 30'250 |
Enhance your cross-functional expertise to master the challenges of transformation, agility, sustainability, and changing cultures in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world.
MAS in General Management
| Degree | MAS |
|---|---|
| Start | 2023 |
| Language | Englisch |
| Cost | Costs of 3 CAS plus CHF 3'600 for final thesis |
Are you looking for a flexible and individualized continuing education that is compatible with a dynamic professional and personal life? This modular MAS allows participants to acquire knowledge and skills in parts, while offering a flexible time frame that matches their pace of life.
CAS Verwaltungsrat
| Degree | CAS |
|---|---|
| Start | 03/2026 |
| Language | Deutsch |
| Cost | CHF 14 800 |
Die Verantwortung, die mit einem Verwaltungsratsmandat einhergeht, hat in den letzten Jahren stark zugenommen. Es ist deshalb für Verwaltungsrätinnen und -räte wichtig, gezielt in ihr Wissen und in ihre Kompetenzen zu investieren.
CAS Leadership & Inclusion
| Degree | CAS |
|---|---|
| Start | 2025/06/26 |
| Language | Deutsch |
| Cost | CHF 12'900 |
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