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Technical Business Management

As a technical business management assistant, you will primarily take on tasks in the technical and business environment. Technical business management assistants work in the areas of technical sales, marketing, and supply chain management and take on the management of projects in the technical and business areas.

They also ensure that internal and external communication with all stakeholders runs smoothly. They organize the implementation of quality, environmental and safety requirements as well as an appropriate infrastructure. Technical business administrators are the linking function between technology and economy in a company.

In most cases, further training as a technical merchant involves a professional examination. With the passing of a professional examination (BP) one receives a federal certificate.

What are the focal points?

Modules taught include: Supply Chain Management, Marketing and Sales, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Accounting, Business Management, Law and Economics, Problem Solving and Decision Making Methodology, and Presentation and Communication. The specialized courses also provide necessary qualifications that are required for the exam. Depending on the training location and course, the modules may differ.

How long does the further training take?

Depending on the training location, this course lasts 1 - 3 years and is usually completed part-time. Full-time, the training takes about 2 semesters.

How much does continuing education cost?

The cost of further training as a technical businessman / technical businesswoman amounts to 5,000 to 15,000 CHF, depending on the training location. Depending on the training institution, there are additional costs for teaching materials and examination fees. 

What are the admission requirements for further training as a Technical Businessman / Technical Businesswoman?

As a rule, a federal certificate of proficiency and at least 3 years of experience in professional practice or in the industry is required. There may be other or further admission requirements depending on the training institution, such as an interest in commercial work or knowledge of economics.

Career prospects after further training

The degree in Technical Business Administration with a Swiss Federal Certificate of Proficiency enables you to take on a managerial position in the lower to middle management range and you work in various sectors such as: Industry, watch and micro technology, trade, administration or in the service sector.

For those who want to go a step further after a few years of professional experience, you can then take a higher specialist exam to become a business economist SME, sales manager or as a purchasing manager. 

If you have detailed questions about further education as a technical business management assistant or want to know more about the fields of action of technical business management assistants, you can also contact the association Anavant. Anavant is the Swiss Association of Technical Management Professionals and works together with various commercial schools, among others. 

Wage as Technical Businessman / Technical Businesswoman

With the degree of Technical Businessman / Technical Businesswoman, the salary in Switzerland is between 60,000 and 94,000 CHF per year.

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