ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences

Overview

One of Switzerland's largest multi-disciplinary universities, this institution serves over 14,000 students and employs thousands of staff across Winterthur, Zurich, and Wädenswil. It focuses on practice-oriented education and research to address modern societal challenges, such as energy, social integration, and sustainable development.

The university offers a wide range of Bachelor's and Master's programs, as well as continuing education. Key areas of study include applied psychology, engineering, health sciences, and management. With an emphasis on practical skills, international competencies, and research collaborations, it prepares students for diverse careers in industry, health, and research sectors. Additional efforts focus on sustainable development, digital transformation, consulting, and professional development services.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +41 58 934 71 71
• Website: zhaw.ch
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/zuercher-hochschule-fuer-angewandte-wissenschaften-zhaw

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Practice-oriented academic programs
• Sustainable development and societal challenges
• Applied research and innovation
• Continuing education and lifelong learning
• Digital transformation in education and research
• International collaboration and global partnerships
• Consulting and professional development services
• Interdisciplinary and market-oriented learning
• Student support and career services
• Leadership, inclusion, and social responsibility

Technologies Used

• AI
• AMP
• ANGEL LMS
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Amazon SES
• Apache
• Azure Analysis Services
• Azure Data Factory
• Azure SQL Database
• Azure Virtual Machines
• BERT
• CourseSites by Blackboard
• Dito
• DotNetNuke
• Enom
• Facebook
• Gem
• GitHub Hosting
• GitLab
• Google AdWords Conversion
• Grafana
• IBM SPSS Modeler
• ICP
• Instagram
• Linkedin Marketing Solutions
• MAXQDA
• McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss (DLP)
• Micro
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft OneNote
• Microsoft Power Platform
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft-IIS
• Mobile Friendly
• Mode
• Moodle
• Olo
• OpenAI Whisper
• Outlook
• Power BI Documenter
• SAP
• SS&C
• Salesforce CRM Analytics
• SentenceTransformers
• TYPO3
• Telligent
• TikTok
• Tor
• Uipath
• Umbraco
• Webflow
• WordPress.org
• YouTube

Buyer Teams to Target

Academic Programs & Research

• Director of Academic Affairs
• Dean of Research
• Program Head
• Head of Continuing Education
• Manager of International Collaboration
• Research Coordinator

Information Technology & Digital Transformation

• Chief Information Officer (CIO)
• Head of IT Operations
• Head of Digital Services
• Data Science Lead
• Learning Technology Manager
• IT Project Manager

Facilities & Sustainable Operations

• Director of Facility Management
• Head of Sustainability
• Campus Operations Manager
• Energy & Mobility Coordinator
• Project Manager Infrastructure
• Health & Safety Officer

Student Services & Communications

• Director of Student Services
• Head of Career Services
• Marketing & Communications Manager
• Head of Strategic Communication
• Community Engagement Lead
• Student Support Coordinator

What They Buy

• Learning management systems (LMS)
• Research databases & e-journals
• Cloud infrastructure & hosting services
• Digital classroom technology
• Business intelligence & analytics tools
• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions
• Video production & creative software

Signals to Watch

• 📆 New job postings for IT, academic, or research roles
• 🚀 Launch of new academic programs or institutes
• 💡 Announcements of digital transformation initiatives
• 🌍 Expansion of international partnerships or projects
• 🔬 Funding for major research or sustainability initiatives
• 📢 Increased marketing campaigns or strategic communication efforts