Testimonials
"Changes in mobility behaviour as well as technological developments influence the entire mobility chain. Sustainable and user-oriented mobility solutions are needed, for the change to happen successfully. The CAS ETH "New Business Models" is based precisely on this topic. My personal business idea was roughly described at the beginning and critically scrutinised again and again during the semester by the lecturers and checked for its actual implementation potential. This approach enabled me not only to develop the business model within a short time, but also to find the right product-market fit. In addition to the valuable impulses from the experts, the constant exchange and discussions with the various participants in the program were very enriching - not only from a technical point of view, but also from a user perspective. I am very pleased that my developed business model will be launched as a project within the company and will be tested on the market by MVP. True to the motto: from paper to practice."
Romaine Zenklusen, Project Manager Business Area Development, TCS Switzerland
"The design of sustainable mobility systems, which also fulfil the needs of the users, is a major challenge for today’s society. Systems thinking and considering the target users of new technologies is indispensable. The MAS imparts the necessary knowledge from theory and practice, so that participants can engage in a well-founded discussion and successfully tackle the implementation of new forms of mobility."
Rita Nenniger, Head Of Innovation PostBus Switzerland plc
"Through completing the MAS programme, I am able to approach the topics of future mobility systematically and I gained a holistic picture of current developments and future challenges in the mobility sector. Linking my own practical experience, the current state of science, the expertise of various external lecturers and the expert knowledge of my fellow students resulted in many exciting ideas, new insights and constructive discussions. The content and topics were up to date, the group dynamics and the ambitious atmosphere definitely helped me take away a great deal for my professional work at the Zurich public transport company. I was also able to introduce, work on and discuss some aspects of my on-demand ride-pooling project "VBZ FlexNetz" in the course."
Silvan Weber, VBZ Leiter Marktentwicklung
CAS Technologie-Potenziale
"The involvement of the innovation teams from PostBus and VBZ was absolutely enriching for both sides. This also allowed us to bring a great deal of practical relevance to the work and at the same time bring our studies closer to colleagues. The topic offered a lot of opportunities to contribute our knowledge."
Silvan Weber, VBZ
"An interesting excursion into the world of simulation and data handling and once again the long-missed software programming and statistical problems as well as detailed knowledge of various problems in the field of traction and air conditioning. It was really worth it, because this acquired knowledge will stay with me for a long time."
Wolfgang Kling, BLS AG
"Flexible public transport is a hot topic and at first glance I had the impression that the path and the solution seem to be clear. By diving deeper into this topic during the CAS project, I realized the multidimensionality and complexity of this area. With the CAS project, it became clear that practical application is possible and that a business model is even feasible."
Thomas Maissen, COO, CabTec Group
CAS Neue Geschäftsmodelle
"How do we concretely shape mobility of tomorrow? The CAS "New Business Models" actively helps students develop a rough initial idea into a marketable business model."
Rita Nenniger, Head Of Innovation PostBus Switzerland plc