Commodity Trading

  • Master
  • Economics and Management

The Master of Science in Commodity is designed to provide comprehensive training tailored to the current demands of financial markets. It is constantly evolving to incorporate the latest technological innovations, economic trends, and increasingly, the geopolitical factors that significantly influence trading strategies and risk management. This dynamic approach ensures that students acquire up-to-date and relevant expertise to navigate a complex and ever-changing global environment.

In addition, the program promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, ethical leadership, and strategic thinking, preparing the new generation to meet the fascinating and challenging world of commodities with confidence and vision.

Programme length

1.5 years (3 semesters)

Language of instruction
English

3 semesters (max. 5 semestres) | 90 credits ECTS

Core courses (51 credits)

  • Commodity Price Mechanisms
  • Energy I (Oil & Gas)
  • Energy II (Renewable)
  • Financial Statements Analysis
  • Hedging Tools & Techniques
  • International Economics and Trade
  • Legal Aspects & Regulations 
  • Metals, Ores & Minerals
  • Options
  • Data Science and Fundamental Analysis
  • Shipping
  • Agri Commodities
  • Trade Finance Banking Instruments
  • Types of Financing for Commodity Companies
  • Data, Technology & Innovation
  • Sustainability

Traineeship (24 credits)

Master Thesis (15 credits)

Deadline: 28 February 2026

www.unige.ch/enrolment

Graduates find work in all sectors both in Switzerland and abroad. Given the nature of the Geneva economy, opportunities are usually found in banking, financial institutions, fiduciaries, consulting firms, insurance agencies, local and international manufacturing, international trade companies (e.g. commodities trading, product distribution), international or global organisations (e.g. ICRC, UNHCR, WTO) and public administrations.

GENEVA SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT
Uni Mail
40 bd du Pont-d'Arve
1211 Genève

gsem-commodity-trading(at)unige.ch