Professional Education

The four-country region of Liechtenstein, Germany, Austria and Switzerland is one of the most economically dynamic areas in Europe. It is characterised by strong innovative capacity, export-oriented enterprises and robust SME structures. In this environment, university-level professional education plays a key role in preparing specialists and executives for current and future challenges.

The University of Liechtenstein offers practice-oriented, academically grounded professional education programmes that are tailored to the needs of the regional economy. Part-time study formats enable employees to integrate newly acquired knowledge directly into their companies – a clear competitive advantage for businesses in the D-A-CH-LI region.

Through close collaboration with companies, associations and public institutions, the University fosters cross-border networking and actively contributes to the region’s continued development. In this way, professional education becomes a driver of sustainable growth and entrepreneurial success.

Your professional education deserves more than standard solutions. Our students and participants benefit from a high level of support and a strong service orientation. Thanks to flexible study models, professional education can be perfectly combined with career responsibilities.

The close connection to the regional economy, combined with in-depth expertise on Liechtenstein as a business and financial centre and on the D-A-CH-LI region, ensures practice-oriented content delivered at an academic level.

Through access to current research and cross-company exchange, we actively promote the development and expansion of professional networks – for your personal growth and new career opportunities.

The foundation of our professional education programmes lies in the expertise of the three Schools of Architecture, Business and Business Law. Each of these Schools has professorships that lead numerous research projects and generate valuable insights for practice.

Building on the analysis of the needs of a wide range of stakeholders in Liechtenstein, our study programmes are continuously developed further. In addition, shorter formats are created that enable the direct transfer of specialist and applied knowledge into practice.

In this way, the Liechtenstein Executive School serves as a bridge between academic research, teaching and practical application.

The content and application of academic disciplines are evolving at great speed. Professional education not only enables you to keep pace with these developments, but also to turn them to your advantage. By gaining new knowledge and expanding your professional network, you can actively advance your career.

A part-time professional education programme at the University of Liechtenstein makes it possible to remain professionally active while expanding your skills. This allows you to apply new methods and specialist knowledge immediately, increasing both personal learning success and added value for your company. Small study groups encourage intensive exchange with lecturers and fellow students from a range of industries. In addition, practice-oriented learning supports effective knowledge transfer, as case studies and project work are aligned with real-world challenges.

A smart investment: How to benefit from tax advantages
In Liechtenstein, Germany, Austria and Switzerland, professional education expenses are generally tax deductible. The scope and type of deductions vary depending on the country and individual situation, but almost always reduce your effective study costs. All information provided is without guarantee – please consult a tax professional for individual advice.

The professional education programmes at the University of Liechtenstein are tailored to academic career profiles. This applies in particular to our advanced professional education programmes. Completing a professional education programme provides you with an internationally recognised certificate of achievement.