Of the 1107 students who took the qualification exams (QV) this year, 1056 were successful. For the first time, those aiming for the vocational baccalaureate (BM1) also had to take an exam for the Federal Vocational Certificate (EFZ). Overall, 191 students achieved an average score of 5.3 or higher, earning a spot in the federal ranking (21 BM1, 54 EFZ part BM1, and 116 EFZ). A stellar result was achieved by Gresa Kryeziu, with an average score of 5.7 in the vocational baccalaureate (BM1). Additionally, seven BM1 students were pleased with an average EFZ score of 5.7. Another six students excelled in the EFZ with an average score of 5.6. In the vocational baccalaureate for adults (BM2), 221 students took the vocational baccalaureate exam. 212 graduates passed the exam successfully, two of whom achieved an average score of 5.6.
New processes have proven successful
Christian Wölfle, Rector of the KV Zurich Business School (WKVZ), expressed delight not only over the repeated high pass rate of 95.5 percent (2025: 95.5 percent), but also over the successful premiere. This year's qualification procedure was the first conducted according to the guidelines of the KV reform, which involved organizational adjustments and changed processes for the school. The examinations took place over a period of three weeks. For the written exams, which were held online for the first time this year, 61 classrooms were used, with two supervisors per room. Additionally, eight technology specialists and the school's ICT team were on hand for technical support. Sixty people corrected the written exams. For the oral exams, the school set up two check-in desks for the first time.
Advocacy for Curiosity and Courage
The graduation ceremony took place in front of a full house at Zurich's Hallenstadion. Around 5000 guests, including families, friends, teachers, as well as vocational and practice trainers, attended in person, while others followed the ceremony via livestream. Guest speaker Prof. Dr. Beat Habegger, a Cantonal Council member, congratulated the newly qualified KV graduates on their success. In his speech, the co- director of the Institute for Nonprofit and Public Management at the University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland emphasized that education is a tool for effecting change and shaping the future. Curiosity and the desire to understand things serve as an important compass. He also encouraged the young professionals to trust their judgment and creativity and to have the courage to advocate for their positions and to act upon them. The school band Business Notes enlivened the atmosphere once more with festive cover versions of popular songs.
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