Testimonials
APPLY again to the MAS ETH in Applied Technology from 01.09.2026 to start in Spring 2027
Get to know our Alumni as they describe their perspectives on the MAS ETH in Applied Technology and participanting CAS programmes. You will gain insights from multiple experts with diverse backgrounds: why they chose the MAS ETH AT programme, what were their experiences, and what they valued the most.
Additional testimonials can be found on the webpages of our individual CAS programmes.
My role requires me to develop ideas on behalf on our clients – that are often manufacturing and industrial companies. I work daily with colleagues with a strong technical profile: engineering, mechanics, software development, electronics, and more. I felt I needed to complete my education, by getting a better understanding of the foundations of their work, to be more effective at communicating and developing projects together.
If you’re looking for complementing your knowledge and expand your understanding of how the world works, the MAS ETH in Applied Technology is the right programme. Even after completing it, I have not found any similar programme around that offers the same blend of theory and practice, and that is designed to bring us “non-technical people” onboard when it comes to technology and science. And then, as a business person, how else do you get the chance to say that you’ve studied in Einstein’s university?
The full program surely requires a certain degree of commitment, over an extended period of time. Between the 2 days in presence every two weeks and the assignments in between, it was not always easy to make it fit with all the other commitments - work, family, life in general! - especially closer to the exams when we needed to focus and consolidate our learnings. With an extra effort in terms of scheduling, though, I trust it can work for every professional!
Daniela Runchi, Corporate Hangar Srl
MAS ETH in Applied Technology, 2023
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I was always driven to pursue a deeper understanding of the science and engineering principles behind the captivating technologies and products that shape our daily lives. And the MAS ETH in Applied Technology programme provided exactly the foundation I needed for my successful transition into a technology-focused career. The programme and the concept behind it are quite new and unique, by offering a comprehensive understanding of technology topics that is broad enough to span across diverse industries, but also deep enough to enable efficient collaboration with scientific researchers and engineers. It also helped me hone the skill of rapidly immersing myself in unfamiliar subjects, effectively breaking down complex technical problems into manageable components to develop impactful solutions.
A personal highlight and a truly memorable experience was the undertaking of my Master's thesis. I greatly appreciated the flexibility in selecting a topic that aligned with my personal interests, as well as the exceptionally inspiring opportunity to closely interact with a leading ETH Lab and experts.
Satanei Zhinova, “Quantum Venture Builder” for a quantum computing and AI startup
Alumni MAS ETH in Applied Technology 2023
In today’s work environment and particularly in management, I see a vital need for a cross-functional approach combining understanding of technology with an understanding of people and business. The MAS programme has helped provide a broad base for understanding technology which enables me to build stronger links with technical and commercial teams.
The programme combines the professional network aspect of an MBA with breadth and depth in technology.
It was great fun to study with a group of such motivated and experienced professionals. During the two years we bonded over joint experiences and built a lasting network based on trust and collaboration.
Anne Pohlmann, Siemens Building Products
MAS ETH in Applied Technology, 2022
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This MAS programme differentiates itself from other continuing education studies in the way it covers a broad range of technology topics while deep diving into the mathematical and science basics. It uniquely combines state-of-the-art academic knowledge on topics like deep learning for computer vision, cryptography, material science or electric power grids with apt practical exercises like 3D printing, assembling an electric engine or an entire CO2 sensing device, to name just a few.
I have searched for this kind of programme for a long time and there is nothing even closely comparable on the market.
Brit Schönenberger, Schönenberger Advisory Services
MAS ETH in Applied Technology, 2022
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Technology advances and applications today are moving at incredible speed, and senior leaders are often challenged with having to simultaneously understand and decide technology strategies.
This is a risky approach and often leads to inefficient business decisions. With the MAS AT programme, you are quickly brought up to not only “state of the art”, but challenged to understand what the business implications could be. These topics are taught by world-class faculty and you are surrounded by a cohort with broad experience and perspectives that add to the richness of the coursework. After completing the programme, your comprehension of emerging technologies and their impacts into your area of business gives you a huge advantage when leading technology-related effort. It is not uncommon to be mistaken for a data scientist or smart grid expert! In this, the programme is quite unique in the knowledge it imparts and how it sets you up for the future.
John Wegman, Managing Director/Advisor Private Equity
MAS ETH in Applied Technology 2022
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Parenting a neurodivergent child adds additional challenges to the already demanding task of raising and educating children. One major difficulty is a different perception of time, which can lead to challenges with self-management and transitions between activities. To address this, I co-designed a time-management device with my daughter, featuring three different alarm sounds and customizable display settings tailored to her individual needs.
One of the most significant moments in the Experimental Part was realizing that complex technical challenges can often be solved by breaking them down into smaller, manageable steps. I also discovered that persistence and systematic troubleshooting are just as important as technical knowledge when developing a functional product.
It is not necessary to understand every technical detail perfectly from the beginning. What matters most is maintaining curiosity, being willing to experiment, and continuing to learn through practice. With determination and common sense, even participants without a technical background can successfully create a working and meaningful prototype solution.
Fabienne Leresche Toenz, Director Business Development
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As the founder of Tummzy, a Shopify-based e-commerce business specializing in menstrual heating pads in Switzerland, I selected to develop a physical embedded device that visualizes Shopify data in real time, providing immediate feedback on new orders and key sales metrics. Since I personally handle all B2C order fulfillment, the prototype was motivated by my need to instantly recognize incoming orders and monitor monthly sales performance without repeatedly checking the Shopify dashboard, making order processing moreefficient while keeping me connected to the business throughout the day.
What stood out to me the most was that, despite having little to no prior knowledge of hardware and software development, we were able to go through the entire development process ourselves—from the initial idea to the final prototype—and develop all components independently. The learning curve was extremely steep, but this hands-on experience gave me valuable insights into the challenges and interdependencies involved in creating digital products.
Sophie Vock-Eisl, Head Digital Solutions for a Swiss Health Insurance Company as well as CEO of own Startup
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