Programme overview
The CAS Digital Insurance Transformation focuses on the digital and AI-driven challenges in financial services and insurance. You will learn about new technologies, digital ecosystems and innovative business models, and benefit from the digitalization experiences of other industries. The goal is to enable you to respond appropriately to the dynamic developments in the financial services sector in the context of insurance management. In addition, the program looks at well-known innovation approaches, relevant case studies and the latest findings from management research.
Contact person
Learn more about the programme in a personal conversation.
Dr. Christoph Peter Executive Education Director
Programme details
Programme type
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Number of ECTS credits
Duration
Flexible entry
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Target group
Next date
| Start date: | 03.03.2026 | |
| Application deadline: | 03.02.2026 | |
| places available | ||
Objective
This course focuses on digitalization & AI in the insurance industry, in particular the digital transformation of companies in an increasingly competitive industry. The learning objectives are:
Programme Benefits
In this course, participants will delve deeper into the specifics and challenges of digitalization and data analytics in financial services companies and will benefit from:
Target Audience
This course is designed for managers working in business or IT roles in insurance and financial companies, or in consulting roles for technology companies. They want to develop their digital skills and immerse themselves in the latest approaches and best practices in data & AI in the insurance industry. Participants can apply what they learn to one or more of their own digital projects. And by traveling to Barcelona, they will see for themselves how leading companies and start-ups are rethinking and implementing insurance.
Course Structure
The CAS Digital Insurance & AI Transformation focuses on the digital and AI-driven challenges in financial services and insurance. You will learn about new technologies, digital ecosystems and innovative business models, and benefit from the digitalization experiences of other industries. The goal is to enable you to respond appropriately to the dynamic developments in the financial services sector in the context of insurance management. In addition, the program looks at well-known innovation approaches, relevant case studies and the latest findings from management research.
Content
The program consists of 18 classroom days and is supplemented by selected 90-minute live online sessions in between modules that accompany the homework assignments and provide optimal preparation and follow-up to the classroom days. In addition, the digital learning platform and self-study of selected literature provide additional opportunities for in-depth study. In the final assignment, you will demonstrate how you have put what you have learned into practice. You will receive valuable feedback and coaching on your implementation. You can expect to spend 30-40 days overall on this course.
Faculty
When selecting our lecturers, we ensure a balanced mix of IVW faculty, experienced practitioners and professors from the HSG and other universities with an international focus – true to the HSG motto «from insight to impact».
Academic Lead
Professor Alexander Braun is the Academic Director of the programme CAS Digital Insurance & AI Transformation. He heads the Insurance Innovation Research Team at the Institute of Insurance Economics (IVW-HSG) and his research focuses on business model innovation and new approaches to capital management. Professor Braun is heavily involved in executive education and is also the academic director of the Executive Master HSG Insurance & Financial Services.
Testimonials
«In addition to my personal development, this CAS course has also provided me with a solid foundation that allows me to recognize significant changes, such as GenAI, as a positive opportunity in my daily work and to use them profitably.»
Christian Zingg
AXA Versicherungen AG, Leiter Kompetenz-Center Offshoring und Nearshoring
«This certificate program allowed me to expand my horizon in the area of digital transformation in the insurance industry. The various study modules have shown me what the implementation of agile leadership means in the digital age and how we can meet the challenges of the insurance industry in the future. Looking back, the compact study format and the hybrid attendance option were a real added value for me.»
Sladjana Stefanov
Swiss Life AG, Head of Business Development Broker & Partner Corporate Clients
«With an optimal mix of well-founded practical presentations and scientific insights, I gained a deep insight into the challenges and opportunities of digitalization in the insurance industry. My impressions were underpinned by insightful dialogues with European company representatives, which allowed me to experience the transformation through digital leaders and companies at close quarters.»
Suva, Head of IT Management Insurance Medicine
Application Criteria
Ideally, you should have a first degree, but participation “sur dossier” is also possible. You must be a professional or manager with at least 5 years of professional experience.
Special Discounts
We offer an early bird discount of 5% off the total course fee for all registrations received up to four months prior to the start of the program (not cumulative with other discounts). Deadlines are as published on the website.
Future.Value partner companies receive a member discount on this executive program (2 or more people per partner company).
Your Application
You can submit your application online here.
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Dr. Christoph Peter Executive Education Director
Why University of St.Gallen
At the University of St. Gallen (HSG), you can choose from one of the largest executive education portfolios in the German speaking region – the right programme for your needs and career objectives. The renowned quality and practical relevance of the learning experience convinces more than 6000 participants per year. Profit from an Executive Degree from St.Gallen – the best business school in the German-speaking world – and get ahead in your career!
Judith Witzemann