CAS ETH in Cloud and Mobile Computing
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Autumn Semester
Start -
4 months
Duration -
ETH ZurichLocation
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English
Tuition language -
01–31.05.2025
Application period -
CHF 8,500
Programme fee
In brief: The CAS ETH in Cloud and Mobile Computing
This programme provides a targeted education in cloud, mobile and edge computing with AI to managers without prior formal education in computer science in order to advance their career.
Structure and content
Programme description
Participants of the CAS ETH in Cloud and Mobile Computing (CAS ETH CMC) learn how software applications and AI driven processes are delivered to users successfully over wire-less networks with four study modules:
- Wireless networks & communications: fundamentals of data transmission.
- Cloud computing: technological basis for scalable and efficient web services.
- Mobile & edge computing: operating under real world constraints.
- Programming for networked operations: using programming languages to enable application functionality over networks.
Objectives
The goal of this programme is to improve the decision-making and innovation potential of managers by providing them with fundamental technology training describing how AI driven applications and services are delivered across wide area networks.
Professional perspectives
Graduates of the CAS ETH CMC are able to take on more challenging roles in interdisciplinary projects with significant AI components conducted over networks. They also extend their existing management skills to include managing staff and projects involving the use of cloud, mobile and edge computing.
Structure and format
Participants complete 4 modules over 14 weeks. Classes are generally conducted in either a block format or blended learning format. Study workload is approximately 300 hours, including lectures, study time and performance assessments.
Additional information
The CAS ETH CMC be followed as a stand-alone programme or as a part of the MAS in AI and Digital Technology (MAS ETH AID).
Limited number of participants: Admission is based on programme-specific admissions criteria.
Tuition language(s)
English
Credits
12 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 also managers with business degrees and 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.
Required language skills
English: B2 – external page Show proficiency scales
Language(s) of performance assessment
English
Dates and venue
Start
Autumn Semester 2025
Duration
4 months
Application period
01–31.05.2025 (admission after the application deadline)
Location
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
- Within 30 days after registration date: free of charge
- More than 30 days after the admission date: CHF 3,500
- After the start 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
- Diploma certificate and transcript (of records) of the highest or most relevant degree
- Passport or identity card
- Download Declaration of consent (PDF, 94 KB)
Organiser
Programme management
Contact
Responsible body
ETH Zurich, Department of Information Science