Swiss business education strengthens links

As Switzerland and China celebrate their 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations this year, student exchanges and management programs for high officials and executives continue to play an instrumental role in strengthening the partnership.

The School of Business of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW), the largest Swiss business school engaged in China, is leading the way.

"We've been active in China for over 20 years, and in the process have developed strong relations with universities, local governments and the private sector," said Professor Ruedi Ntzi, director of the School of Business and a recipient of the Chinese Friendship Award, the highest award given to foreign experts who have made outstanding contributions to China's progress.