Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 98'000 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 104'000 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 115'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 120'000 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 131'040 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 151'000 |
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Swiss professionsBusiness, Administration & Tourism
Betriebsökonom/in FH
You analyze corporate data and manage economic processes.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You optimize business processes. You analyze financial data. You lead teams across various economic sectors.
Betriebsökonom/in FH combines business expertise with strategic thinking. You analyze complex corporate data. You optimize financial flows. You lead teams. Whether in banking, industry, or services – you ensure efficient processes and sustainable profitability. Your expertise in accounting, controlling, and human resources makes you an indispensable leader in the modern job market.
FieldBusiness, Administration & Tourism
Education pathHigher Education Profession
IndustryBanking & Insurance
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Economist. Based on 236 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+32% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 94'125 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 115'639 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 110'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 124'091 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Geneva | CHF 136'500 | 19 |
| Zurich | CHF 131'040 | 37 |
| Berne | CHF 122'900 | 20 |
| Vaud | CHF 112'350 | 15 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance | CHF 170'250 | 8 |
| Transport / Logistics | CHF 135'000 | 9 |
| Health care / Social services | CHF 130'200 | 9 |
| Banking / Financial institutions | CHF 120'222 | 50 |
| Public administration / Associations | CHF 118'000 | 64 |
| Education | CHF 108'000 | 8 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom "Bachelor of Science [FH] in Betriebsökonomie" bzw. "Bachelor of Science [FH] in Business Administration"
Official education path
The degree takes 6 to 10 semesters depending on the university of applied sciences. It leads to a federally recognized Bachelor of Science.
Typical training path
Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom "Bachelor of Science [FH] in Betriebsökonomie" bzw. "Bachelor of Science [FH] in Business Administration"
Prerequisites
- Completed vocational basic training in the commercial sector and Berufsmaturität in Economy/Services
- Other Berufsmaturität, Fachmaturität, or gymnasiale Maturität and 1 year of commercial work experience
Requirements
- Ability to develop solutions
Where this can lead
A lateral entry is possible after completing commercial basic training with a vocational baccalaureate. You can also enter through a master's degree at universities.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Analytical thinking
- Leadership skills
- Quick comprehension
- Negotiation skills
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You sit at your desk. You check current cost and performance reports using controlling tools. At the same time, you discuss the next steps for company development with internal departments and external business partners.
- You analyze business data and answer economic questions for the company.
- You create cost and performance reports to optimize product profitability.
- You monitor business progress with planning tools and initiate corrections.
- You conduct negotiations with business partners at a high foreign language level.
- You assess investment and credit risks as well as compliance with regulations.
- You conduct market research and define strategic pricing for new markets.
- You lead teams using modern human resources management methods.
Working conditions
You work in banks, insurance companies, audit firms, and consulting agencies. You also work in trade, industry, and public administration. You often take on staff or leadership roles in senior positions.
Where to learn
- Swissuniversities Rektorenkonferenz der schweizerischen HochschulenEffingerstr. 15, 3001 Bern
Strengths
- Analytical thinking
- Leadership skills
- Quick comprehension
- Negotiation skills
Trade-offs
- High responsibility
- Continuous training
- Heavy communication
- Complex decision making
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