Custom University Travel to Switzerland
A guide to custom programs in Switzerland
Switzerland is a gold standard for modern, prosperous market economies. Furthermore, Swiss have a highly skilled labor force and a per capita GDP among the highest in the world, the country ranked number one on the 2017-18 World Economic Forum Global Competitiveness Index. Certainly, Switzerland's political stability, efficient markets and low corporate tax rates helped it achieve this position. Custom university travel to Switzerland and discover why several U.S. companies, like Nestle and Novartis, have headquarters in this country.
Customize Your Program
Designing Your Custom Program
We believe this kind of learning experience demands a unique travel itinerary, and that's why we specialize in customized travel programs. Whether its J-term, spring break, May-mester, etc., our program development team, alongside our Global Academic Team, will consult with you to translate your curriculum into a one-of-a-kind learning experience that will deliver the educational outcome you're looking for. From selecting your destination to identifying interactive experiences that bring your classroom to life, our thematic approach ensures that your goals drive every decision we make together.
A Personal Partner
Once your program is developed, you'll work directly with an account manager who will be your champion, working directly with our large team of logistical experts, curriculum specialists, and on-the-ground partners. Our long-time university partners see their account managers as an integral part of their own university teams, ensuring that your program is uniquely yours each and every year.
Meet our VP of Program Development
Jennifer Fisher leads a team of WorldStrides' program development specialists, working directly with new university clients to globalize their curriculum with short-term faculty-led cultural immersion experiences. Jen brings a passion for customized curriculum solutions to this role after more than 20 years working with institutions of higher learning.
To begin customizing your program, give us a call at 1-800-422-2368.
Topics to Explore
In Switzerland, you might choose to explore some of the following topics:
Switzerland is consistently ranked as the most innovative country in the world. Historically, a lack of natural resources has driven a highly skilled labor force to develop technological and economic infrastructure more advanced than its neighbors. Visit tech industry leaders and discover how the Swiss have created their innovation powerhouse.
Neutrality and Stability
Stable domestic and international political and economic climates offer a safe haven for foreign direct investment; free access to foreign markets fuels healthy competition at home. Explore how stability and transparency alleviate economic and political friction.
With low corporate tax rates, a highly developed service sector, and a highly educated labor force, Switzerland consistently maintains a GDP per capita among the highest in the world. Political and economic stability, legal transparency, and capital efficiency all contribute to Switzerland's highly competitive economic environment. Meet with business leaders, and study the institutions that make Switzerland thrive.
The peaceful country has been known for its neutrality since its borders were first established in 1815. Though not a part of the European Union, the country has maintained relations with the body through bilateral agreements, and its economic practices conform to the EU in most respects. In recent years, Switzerland has worked to reform banking secrecy laws to further align with trading partner policies. Beyond its economic intrigue, Switzerland is a contemporary, multicultural hub filled with stunning landscapes to explore. With year-round snow, castles and abbeys, art museums and chocolate factories to be discovered, Switzerland is sure to awaken all of your senses.
Switzerland has the second highest wages and of all OECD countries.
Switzerland was ranked the fifth happiest country in 2018, out of 156 countries, citing excellent infrastructure, education services, and incredibly clean air.
Switzerland has 4 official languages: Swiss German, French, Italian and Romansh.
Swiss people consume the most chocolate per capita in the world. The country is famous for producing some of the world's highest quality chocolate, like Lindt and Sprüngli, after inventing modern techniques such as conching and tempering.
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