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
Wirtschaftswissenschaftler/in
You analyse markets and steer companies strategically.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You study national and business economics to guide companies and entire economies.
You see the big picture. You analyse data, assess markets and develop strategies. Whether in the public sector or in international corporations, you help shape the future. Your expertise links theory and practice. You solve economic challenges with a clear mind and sound decisions.
FieldBusiness, Administration & Tourism
Education pathHigher Education Profession
IndustryBanking & Insurance
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact 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
- 🎓 Wirtschaftswissenschaftler/in
Official education path
You typically enter the field through a university degree in economics.
Typical training path
Wirtschaftswissenschaftler/in
Prerequisites
- Interest in studies
- Language skills
Where this can lead
Career changes are often possible if you have already completed a related university degree.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Analytical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Global understanding
- Decision-making confidence
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You sit at your desk and check financial reports. At the same time, you evaluate market analyses for the next business strategy. In between, you discuss the next steps with colleagues in meetings.
- You examine economic processes at national and international levels.
- You assess the impact of global trade flows on the market.
- You analyse the financial situation of individual companies in detail.
- You develop strategies for operational company management.
- You systematically combine national and business economic insights.
- You prepare sound decisions for the executive board.
- You support the implementation of new economic concepts.
Working conditions
You typically work at universities, in consulting firms or in the management of international companies. Public institutions and associations are also common workplaces.
Strengths
- Analytical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Global understanding
- Decision-making confidence
Trade-offs
- High responsibility
- Dynamic markets
- Heavy data load
- High-pressure periods
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