• Spring Semester 2025

    Start
  • 14 weeks

    Duration
  • ETH Zurich
    Location
  • English
    Tuition language
  • 01–30.11.2024

    Application period
  • CHF 8,500

    Programme fee

In brief: The CAS ETH in AI and Software Development

The programme provides a targeted education in software, machine learning and AI to managers without prior formal training in computer science to advance their career.

Structure and content

Programme description

Participants of the CAS ETH in AI and Software Development (CAS ETH AIS) learn to apply key computer science concepts in specific industry settings with three study modules:

  • Programming with Python: learn to code with regular one-on-one meetings for support.
  • Software Engineering Fundamentals: an end-to-end introduction to the core techniques used for building quality software.
  • Building ML/AI applications: fundamental training in areas of machine learning that enable AI applications with an introduction to LLMs and NLP as an industry relevant example.

Objectives

The main goal of this programme is to improve the decision-making of managers by providing them with fundamental training in the areas of machine learning and software that is applicable across multiple industries and areas of the organisation.

Professional perspectives

Graduates of the CAS ETH AIS can take on more challenging leadership roles in interdisciplinary projects with significant computer science components. They also extend their existing management skills to include managing staff and projects involving the development of software and ML/AI applications.

Structure and format

Participants complete 3 modules over 14 weeks. Classes are generally conducted in either a block format or blended learning format. Study workload is approximately 250 hours, including lectures, study time and performance assessments.

Additional information

Limited number of participants: Admission is based on programme-specific admissions criteria.

Tuition language(s)

English

Credits

10 ECTS credits

Target group and admission

Target group

Managers with a non-IT education and a minimum of five years of professional experience in a relevant industry. Target participants include managers working in finance, marketing, strategy, and other non-technical departments.

Requirements

Master's degree acknowledged by ETH or an equivalent educational qualification plus relevant management experience after graduation. Grundlegende Python-Programmiererfahrung wird dringend empfohlen.

Required language skills

Language(s) of performance assessment

English

Dates and venue

Start

Spring Semester 2025

Duration

14 weeks

Application period

Location

ETH Zurich

Fees

Programme fee

CHF 8,500

Application fee

CHF 50 for persons with a Swiss university degree, CHF 150 for persons with another university degree (non-​refundable, credit card payment only)

Withdrawal fee

  • Withdrawal within 30 days after admission and before the beginning of the programme: free of charge
  • Withdrawal more than 30 days after the admission and before the beginning of the programme: CHF 2,000
  • Withdrawal after the beginning of the programme: CHF 8,500

Application

Questions about the application

ETH Zurich, School for Continuing Education, HG E 17–​18.5, Rämistrasse 101, 8092 Zurich, Tel. external page +41 44 632 56 59, E-mail

Application documents

Additional application documents

  • CV (Curriculum Vitae) 
  • Motivation letter
  • Work certificates (if available)

Organiser

Programme management

Dr Lukas Fässler
Programme Director
Portrait of Dr Lukas Fässler
Maria Rosaria Polito
Programme Manager
Portrait of Maria Rosario Polito

Contact

Maria Rosaria Polito
Programme Manager
  • +41 44 633 23 72

ETH Zurich
Andreasstrasse 5
OAT Z 22.1
8092 Zurich

Responsible body

ETH Zurich, Department of Computer Science

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