USI EMBA Executive Master in Business Administration

07/10/2026

“I’ll start when things calm down.”

For busy professionals, that moment can be a long time coming. But what could you gain by starting now?

The USI Executive MBA is designed to fit alongside your career, bringing new perspectives, practical tools, and a diverse professional network into your working life.

What you learn over the weekend can inform the decisions you make on Monday—from negotiating with confidence to tackling a strategic challenge in your organization.

Our latest article explores why postponing an EMBA also means postponing the opportunities it can create.

📖 Read the article below.

📅 USI EMBA 15 starts in November 2026, in Lugano.

What would make this the right moment for you?

Take the step today: get in touch with the EMBA team and secure your place in the next cohort.

06/07/2026

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What a way to wrap up an incredible week in Boston! 🌍
Our Executive MBA participants concluded their Study Tour with the En-ROADS Climate Action Simulation, an interactive workshop led by Rebecca Niles, Executive Director of the System Dynamics Society.
Using one of the world’s leading climate simulation tools, participants explored how policy, technology, and strategic decision-making can work together to address one of today’s greatest global challenges. The session encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and a systems approach to building a more sustainable future.
A fitting conclusion to a week filled with world-class learning, meaningful connections, and inspiring experiences.
💬 What role can business leaders play in accelerating climate action?

06/07/2026

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From systems thinking to real-world innovation. 🚀
Our Executive MBA participants explored how organizations can build resilience and lead through complexity during an engaging session with Prof. Brad Morrison (Brandeis University & MIT Sloan School of Management). Through interactive simulations, participants experienced the challenges of sustainability, organizational learning, and crisis resource management.
The afternoon brought learning beyond the classroom with a visit to Helbling, where participants discovered how innovation is transformed into cutting-edge engineering solutions. The day concluded with an inspiring talk by Lydia Meyer-Turkson (Climeworks), who shared how direct air capture technology is helping organizations advance ambitious climate strategies and accelerate the path to net zero.
Another day of learning, innovation, and meaningful industry insights.
💬 How can organizations build resilience while driving innovation and sustainability?
Innovation

06/07/2026

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Innovation, AI, sustainability, and networking—all in one day!
Our Executive MBA participants explored the future of business through thought-provoking sessions with Prof. Nitin Joglekar (Villanova University) on Agentic AI and Business Models, Prof. Sebastian Fixson (Babson College) on Innovation Modes, and Prof. Juliette Rooney-Varga (UMass Lowell) on the role of carbon offsets in addressing climate change.
The learning continued beyond the classroom with the Innovation Trail, offering a first-hand look at Boston’s world-renowned innovation ecosystem.
Another day filled with fresh ideas, inspiring people, and unforgettable experiences.
💬 Which innovation do you believe will shape the future of business the most?
Innovation AgenticAI

01/07/2026

Our Executive MBA participants continued their Boston Study Tour by deepening their understanding of Systems Thinking and its application to today's complex business challenges.
Hosted at Swissnex Boston, the day featured engaging sessions with Prof. Mohammad Jalali ("MJ") (Harvard Medical School) and Prof. Hazhir Rahmandad (MIT Sloan School of Management). Through real-world examples, interactive discussions, and system dynamics models, participants explored how leaders can better anticipate change, identify leverage points, and make more effective strategic decisions.
The day concluded with a convivial evening as participants attended a Boston Red Sox baseball game. Beyond the excitement of experiencing one of America's most iconic sports, it was a valuable opportunity to strengthen connections, exchange ideas, and enjoy Boston's vibrant atmosphere together.
How do you combine professional learning with meaningful networking experiences?

30/06/2026

🇺🇸 Boston Study Tour | Day 1
A great start to an inspiring week in Boston! 🚀
Our Executive MBA participants explored the power of Systems Thinking and Business Dynamics, learning how to better understand complexity and make smarter strategic decisions.
The day featured insightful sessions with Prof. Hazhir Rahmandad (MIT Sloan School of Management) and Prof. Mohammad Jalali ("MJ", Harvard Medical School), who combined theory, real-world examples, and interactive simulations to show how feedback loops and system dynamics shape organizations, policies, and leadership.
A thought-provoking first day that set the tone for an exciting week ahead.
💬 How do you approach complexity and decision-making in your organization?

29/05/2026

Welcome!!!

🏛️ Sarà il Prof. Dr. med. Claudio Bassetti il nuovo Rettore dell’USI. Il Consiglio dell’Università l’ha nominato oggi. Entrerà in carica il 1° settembre 2026.

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🏛️ The USI Council has appointed Prof. Dr. med. Claudio Bassetti as Rector of the Università della Svizzera italiana. He will take office on 1 September 2026.

10/02/2026

Early bird 🐦 discount until 31 May 2025
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21/01/2026

From vision to reality.
Learning how organizations really work—through design, coordination, and collaboration.

Great moments with EMBA 13 & EMBA 14 in the Organization Design and Change course, guided by Prof. Dorthe Døjbak Håkonsson.
Powerful ideas, sharp discussions, and inspiring people.

19/01/2026

Generative AI is everywhere.
Using it well is the real challenge.

In a recent workshop for EMBA 13 & EMBA 14, Peter Guber explored how Large Language Models actually behave when applied to real analytical tasks.

No hype. No black boxes.
Just practical insight on:
• what LLMs can — and can’t — do
• why tools matter as much as the model
• using ChatGPT for statistical analysis
• how language and prompting shape results
• assessing and improving AI output

The session included a hands-on data visualization exercise with ChatGPT and a look at what’s coming next with agentic AI (Claude Code & Gemini Pro).

Practical, critical, and immediately applicable.

AIinPractice DataVisualization AgenticAI