Rochester-Bern Executive Programs (RoBe)

Run as a top-tier business school, Rochester-Bern Executive Programs is a foundation based on a longstanding cooperation between the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester (NY, USA), and University of Bern (Switzerland). Apart from the international portfolio,  Rochester-Bern also offers company-specific programs and open. Companies such as SBB, Berner Kantonalbank, and Insel Group are some of the clients. Degree courses such as the CAS in General Management for Board of Directors or further education in Banking and Finance round off the versatile, high-quality offering of Rochester-Bern Executive Programs.

Our purpose: contribute to a better and more sustainable world by inspiring, equipping, and connecting responsible leaders.

Executive MBA

Our Executive MBA dual degree program is evidence of this unique blend of American and Swiss excellence. It stands out with its unparalleled quality and heritage: for over 30 years in the Swiss market, and since 1966 in the USA, it has empowered leaders with cutting-edge knowledge, global perspectives, and a robust professional network. Participants gain the expertise to drive innovation and lead with confidence in today’s dynamic business environment. ​You will emerge as a more agile leader with a holistic understanding of all business topics, ready to navigate and lead transformations.

Global Faculty

Thanks to our operational freedom as a foundation, our program features a world-class faculty, bridging the expertise of professors from different top business schools. The faculty are also practitioners with a foot in the industry, hence this enriching academic and practical perspective ensures you receive a well-rounded and international education with a hands-on teaching approach. Not only you will change the way you think, but you will immediately apply your takeaways in your daily job.