The University of St.Gallen (HSG) is the University of the Canton of St.Gallen and the Business University of Switzerland. Internationality, practical relevance and an integrative perspective have characterized education at the HSG since its foundation in 1898. The HSG is one of the leading business universities in Europe. In the European Business School Ranking of the "Financial Times" 2019, the HSG ranks 4th, and has received international seals of approval for its holistic education at the highest academic level with EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA accreditation. At the Executive School and its institutes, the HSG offers first-class and comprehensive executive education programmes for about 6,000 participants annually.