Embedded in the Swiss tech and innovation ecosystem
We teach leadership in a world where AI is here to stay.
And we do it with Switzerland's only leadership programme with a Swiss Federal Diploma.
The ability to introduce, manage and take responsibility for AI in organisations is becoming the core competence of modern leadership. Those who master it set the direction. Those who ignore it must accept the consequences. We train people who choose the former.
The ATLASS AI Business Simulation places you in real decisions in simulated leadership situations that are closer to reality than any seminar. Since 2023. Over 1,000 evaluated business tasks. Those who succeed here, succeed in the boardroom.
In 4 or 12 weeks to the SAQ certificate 'AI Business Expert'. In autumn 2026 to the first federal diploma examination. Two recognised qualifications, one programme, a clear advantage in the market. State-recognised. Unique across Switzerland.
All content for the federal examination is comprehensively covered – and explored from your own professional perspective. AI strategy, governance, change management, business cases. Not taught by academics, but by entrepreneurs who tackle these challenges every day.
Upon completion, you'll be able to present an AI roadmap to your management board, calculate a business case, propose a governance framework and steer an AI project from idea to go-live.
Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Excel Copilot, Miro AI and more – not as demos, but as daily working tools. Professional. Productive. From day one.
You study alongside highly qualified professionals and entrepreneurs. You learn from their experience, their mindset, their vision. This dynamic only emerges among equals.
Over 4,000 professionals make up the ISA Community. From your first day, you're part of it: daily AI insights, exclusive events, genuine exchange among like-minded professionals. Not just a network. A connection that lasts.
The leadership programme is for professionals who are deciding today to lead their organisation's AI transformation tomorrow.
Who see AI as a strategic leadership challenge and want to steer their organisation confidently through the transformation.
Who want to take the next career step with a federally recognised AI leadership qualification.
Who want to combine technical expertise with business know-how and leadership skills, growing into hybrid roles.
Who want to realign their career with an intensive AI and leadership update, leaving the programme with a clear profile and recognised qualification.
Who want to qualify specifically for leadership responsibility, bringing a powerful dual certification with Federal Diploma and SAQ certificate.
Who are moving into a new industry or role and need a fast, thorough AI leadership update.
Why no IT background needed?
This programme doesn't teach you to code. It teaches you to deploy AI strategically, lead teams and manage projects. All 21+ AI tools are introduced step by step, with pro versions from day one. You'll learn to make better decisions with Claude, ChatGPT, Perplexity and other tools, calculate business cases and set up governance frameworks. If you're curious and can use a laptop, you're ready.
The programme is structured into five sequential phases – regardless of whether you choose the intensive or part-time format.
All 28 competencies in just 4 or 12 weeks. Hands-on, from your professional perspective, in teams by business function. With the ATLASS AI Business Simulation at its core. On-site and online combined.
28 competencies in 4 or 12 weeks. ATLASS Simulation, on-site and online.
Directly upon course completion, you sit the SAQ examination and receive the recognised 'AI Business Expert' certificate – issued by the Swiss Association for Quality. Visible in the market before the federal examination.
SAQ certificate 'AI Business Expert' directly upon course completion.
12 modules deepen the programme content subsequently or alongside work. Case studies, thematic deep dives, latest tools and AI-powered learning formats.
12 modules deepen the content subsequently or alongside work.
An intensive preparation day and two AI-powered exam simulations prepare you specifically for all three parts of the federal examination. Included in the programme fee.
Intensive preparation day and exam simulations. Included.
The federal professional examination completes the path to the 'AI Business Specialist' diploma. Not included in the programme fee.
Federal examination autumn 2026. Exam fee not included.
Current course dates, languages and further information can be found directly on the Campus of the Graduate School of Applied Technology & Management.
Other providers need two semesters. You complete the AIBS Leadership Programme in just four or 12 weeks and sit the first federal examination in 2026.
19 days in four weeks · On-site and online
26 sessions in 12 weeks · On-site and online
The 'AI Business Specialist' as a Swiss Federal Diploma is new. And so is our leadership programme. But we build on experience. The voices of our xMBA participants are the most reliable indicator of what to expect in our 'AI Business Specialist' leadership programme.
„The xMBA has been a transformative experience. I now approach challenges with greater confidence and a deep understanding of emerging technologies to drive growth and innovation.“
“Many thanks for the wealth of tools, the shared know-how and the opportunity to network with other participants. This course truly inspired me – I wholeheartedly recommend it.”
„It was an amazing experience – almost a real life experience. Loved how much we were asked to use AI technologies. The vibe was fun, positive and encouraging.“
„It’s the best training I ever had. Christina and Martin make everyone feel welcomed and valued – and the motivation skyrockets daily.“
“An incredibly good and transformative course! Martin and Christina carried us through the entire programme with their enthusiasm and expertise. The seamless connection between theory and practice was captivating, and the diverse teams not only enriched the learning but created genuine connections. I recommend the programme wholeheartedly.”
„A highly recommended program for educated business professionals. This course is for those who want to make a potential pivot to high growth companies or expand their network.“
„The xMBA has been a transformative experience. I now approach challenges with greater confidence and a deep understanding of emerging technologies to drive growth and innovation.“
“Many thanks for the wealth of tools, the shared know-how and the opportunity to network with other participants. This course truly inspired me – I wholeheartedly recommend it.”
„It was an amazing experience – almost a real life experience. Loved how much we were asked to use AI technologies. The vibe was fun, positive and encouraging.“
„It’s the best training I ever had. Christina and Martin make everyone feel welcomed and valued – and the motivation skyrockets daily.“
“An incredibly good and transformative course! Martin and Christina carried us through the entire programme with their enthusiasm and expertise. The seamless connection between theory and practice was captivating, and the diverse teams not only enriched the learning but created genuine connections. I recommend the programme wholeheartedly.”
„A highly recommended program for educated business professionals. This course is for those who want to make a potential pivot to high growth companies or expand their network.“
The faculty brings something no curriculum can replace:
the experience of living AI transformation every single day.
CEO ATLASS Technology AG · Co-Founder ISA
Partner Graduate School & Programme Director
24 years of international leadership in financial services, including as Global Head Innovation & Customer Experience at UBS with teams in Zurich, London and Singapore. 500+ professionals guided through the xMBA (reintegration rate: 80%). Lecturer HWZ Zurich, Founder ATLASS Technology AG.
Serial Startup Entrepreneur · Co-Founder & President ISA
Partner Graduate School
Founder of Swiss Fintech (Switzerland's first fintech association) and co-founder of Knip AG (CHF 15M funding). Member of the Swiss Federal Council's Advisory Board on Digital Transformation since 2017. Speaker for UBS, SwissRe, McKinsey, SRF. Former Board Member Globalance Bank. Wikipedia →
ISA Invest and SERI federal subsidy cleverly combined.
Transparent. Fair. Government-funded.
Graduate School of Applied Technology & Management
SAQ · SERI-listed · ISO 17024
✦ Effectively from CHF 4,995 after 50% SERI federal subsidy upon exam registration
ISA Invest: The entrepreneurs of the Innovation Association invest annually CHF 500'000 in the programme → 3 cohorts of 30 places at a price of CHF 9'990 instead of CHF 15'500.
SERI federal subsidy: Upon exam registration (regardless of result), the government reimburses 50% of course costs. GAT and ISA have been registered and listed with SERI since March 2026.
Registration via Tally · Assessment by GAT & ISA · Clear, prompt response
Not included: federal exam fee (separately through ICT Professional Education Switzerland)
There are several routes to the Swiss Federal Diploma AI Business Specialist. Here you can see what makes the GAT programme unique. As of April 2026.
| Criterion | GAT | HSO | WISS | Swiss Cyber Institute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total price for course and materials (excl. federal exam fee) |
CHF 15'500 | CHF 14'940 | CHF 14'500 | CHF 15'900 |
| Total price with ISA Invest – limited to 3 cohorts of 30 places in 2026 |
CHF 9'990 | CHF 14'940 | CHF 14'500 | CHF 15'900 |
| Effective after 50% SERI subsidy | CHF 4'995 | CHF 7'470 | CHF 7'250 | CHF 7'950 |
| Zielgruppe | Senior & Business Professionals | All levels | All levels | All levels |
| Entry requirements | Tertiary degree (university, applied sciences etc.) |
VET diploma sufficient | VET diploma sufficient | VET diploma sufficient |
| Focus | Leadership | Specialist | Specialist | Specialist |
| Exclusive Young Professional Track | Yes | – | – | – |
| Programm designed & hosted by entrepreneurs | Yes | – | – | – |
| AI Business Simulation Training | ATLASS, since 2023 | Traditional case studies | Traditional case studies | Traditional case studies |
| Teams by business function | Yes | Mixed classes | Mixed classes | Mixed classes |
| Mandatory use of min. 21 AI tools (pro versions) | Yes | Individual tools | Individual tools | Individual tools |
| Format: Intensive course | Yes | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Format: Part-time | Yes, 12 weeks | 2 semesters | 2 semesters | 6+ months |
| Format: Annual programme | – | 2-semester programme | 2-semester programme | Various programmes |
| 3 months E-Learning Deep Dive | Yes, included | No information | No information | No information |
| Course also in English | Yes | German only | German only | English only |
| Certificate immediately after course | Yes, SAQ-certified | Yes HSO intern |
Yes WISS intern |
– |
| Intensive preparation in pre-exam week | Yes, included Value: CHF 2,000 |
Yes | Yes | – |
| Participation in first federal exam autumn 2026 possible | Yes | No | No | Partially possible |
Information based on publicly available programme pages, as of April 2026.
Programme brochure and SERI guide.
Compact and clear.
All details on curriculum, schedule, lecturers and fees at a glance.
The government covers up to 50% of course costs. Our guide shows you how to secure the federal subsidy.
You haven't come this far to watch others define the future. Only 3 cohorts of 30 places for leaders who will drive AI in their organisations.
