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Discover a selection of content on continuing education, its challenges and how it works, as well as on HEC Lausanne Executive Education and its programs.
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05 September 2025
How we collect feedback on our programs?
Reliable, anonymous, and structured feedback on 32 criteria to improve our executive education programmes quickly and effectively.
Executive Education
Lifelong learning

30 January 2025
Requesting training from your employer: guide and sample letter
Continuing education is a major lever for professional growth. It allows you to acquire new skills, stay up to date in your field, and advance in your position.
Lifelong learning

05 December 2024
How AI is Revolutionizing Education: Opportunities and Challenges
Imagine a virtual assistant that can answer students' questions at any time, provide personalized resources based on their needs, and even guide them through practical exercises. …
Lifelong learning

25 November 2024
AI and HR: How to Use It Smartly?
In recent years, the field of human resources, particularly in recruitment, has been significantly impacted by the wave of artificial intelligence. However, integrating these new …
Lifelong learning

04 October 2024
Annual appraisal: how do you prepare for it and make a success of it?
Far from being a formality, the annual appraisal is a key moment for employees. This appraisal meeting is an opportunity to take stock of the past year, set objectives for the …
Lifelong learning

31 July 2024
Choosing between MBAs and EMBAs: the complete guide
Are you hesitating between an MBA and an EMBA? While these two types of training are virtually similar in terms of recognition and value, they differ in many respects (target …
Lifelong learning

13 June 2024
Reconciling family life and training: the keys to success
Have you decided to invest in continuing education but are worried about finding the right work-life balance? And with good reason: between your personal life, work, and studying, …
Lifelong learning

29 August 2023
How do you choose the best training for your employees?
Employee training is essential for the development and success of a company. It contributes to employee satisfaction, motivation, and retention. But it can be difficult to …
Lifelong learning
Management

11 May 2023
What are the differences between a CAS, a DAS and an MAS?
Features, advantages and career opportunities: we explain the differences between CAS, MAS and DAS continuing education programmes. Let's get started!
Lifelong learning

04 May 2023
How do you negotiate a continuing education program with your employer?
Would you like to progress in your professional career or develop your professional skills? The good news is that, as an employee, you have the right to ongoing training. However, …
Lifelong learning

23 February 2023
Training, work and personal life: how do you strike a balance?
Would you like to get back into learning while continuing to work? While this experience can be particularly enriching, it can also be intense. It is therefore best to prepare …
Lifelong learning

13 December 2022
Hybridizing courses: a good or bad solution?
Between uncertainties and opportunities, hybrid courses may become the future of education. Whether face-to-face, distance learning, or a combination of both formats, it can be …
Lifelong learning

21 September 2022
How do you develop your professional network?
How can you expand your network to do business or find a new job? What are the best practices for effective networking? We explain everything.
Lifelong learning

31 August 2022
How can you successfully retrain for a new career through continuing education?
Like 1 in 5 people, do you feel you have chosen the wrong career and want to change jobs? Whether you are seeking fulfillment, need to grow professionally, or are unhappy with …
Lifelong learning

17 August 2022
Which continuing education diplomas are recognized in Switzerland?
Is my degree valuable in the job market? Is it recognized in Switzerland or internationally? How much are certifications issued by private organizations really worth? You've …
Lifelong learning

29 April 2022
How do I choose the right continuing education program?
Looking for a professional program? Between distance learning and classroom-based continuing education, budgets, certifications, and course offerings, it can be difficult to …
Lifelong learning

07 April 2022
What should I choose between professional training and continuing education?
Federal certificate or CAS? Can't decide between the two? If you want to improve your skills, it can be difficult to choose between vocational professional training and …
Lifelong learning

10 March 2022
How can your employer finance your program?
Are you an employee looking to develop new skills? There are various solutions available to help you finance your continuing education and obtain support from your employer. What …
Lifelong learning

21 February 2022
What impact has the health crisis had on continuing education?
Continuing education has had to evolve in response to the health crisis: digitization of teaching, hybridization, adaptation to new professional expectations.
Executive Education
Lifelong learning