Founded in 1833, UZH is Switzerland's largest university and was the first university in Europe founded by a democratic state rather than by a monarchy or church. Located in Zurich, it combines centuries of academic excellence with innovative research across multiple disciplines.
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UZH provides comprehensive career development services through its Career Services Center, offering professional assessment and counseling to students and alumni. The center delivers personalized career guidance, situation assessments, and practical support for job applications. Students benefit from access to an extensive job portal, detailed CV checks, and expert guidance on application materials. The university also supports career advancement through salary negotiation coaching and maintains strong connections with industry partners to facilitate successful career transitions.
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Finance Expert Specializing in Corporate Governance and Behavioral Economics
Alexander Wagner serves as a Professor of Finance at the University of Zurich and is a member of the Swiss Finance Institute. He earned his Ph.D. in Political Economy and Government from Harvard University. His research focuses on corporate finance, corporate governance, and behavioral economics, with his work appearing in leading academic journals. As Chairman of the Board of Trustees at SWIPRA and Independent Counsel for PricewaterhouseCoopers, he brings practical expertise to his academic work. He regularly speaks at conferences and panel discussions both in Switzerland and internationally, contributing to public discourse on financial matters. His interdisciplinary approach combines insights from economics, finance, and behavioral science to advance understanding of corporate decision-making and financial markets.
Distinguished Scholar of Modern Chinese Literature and Environmental Humanities
Andrea M. Riemenschnitter serves as Chair Professor of Modern Chinese Language and Literature at the University of Zurich's Institute of Asian and Oriental Studies. Her research focuses on aesthetic, cultural, and literary aspects of Sinophone modernities, with particular emphasis on environmental humanities. She has made significant contributions through her work on traditional Chinese landscape aesthetics and their role in addressing contemporary environmental challenges. Her academic career includes visiting fellowships at prestigious institutions worldwide, including FRIAS, Fudan University, and UC Berkeley. She holds an Honorary Fellowship at Lingnan University, Hong Kong, and has authored numerous publications including "Carnival of the Gods" and co-edited "Entangled Landscapes." Her current research examines how traditional Chinese landscape aesthetics influence cultural representations of environmental issues across literature, social media, and visual arts.