This Master of Science which is validated by Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) in the UK is an academically rigorous programme that develops critical thinking and the problem-solving skills required for management-level positions. It is designed to expand candidates' aspirations in management development, consultancy, research, education and training, and the foundation for continuing for a PhD.
School & Campus : César Ritz Colleges Brig Campus, Switzerland
Duration: 18 weeks
Internships: 44 weeks with optional six-month paid internship
Awards: MSc in International Hospitality Management
Start Dates: January, April, July, October
Admission Requirements: Recognized Bachelor Degree or a track record of management experience in the hospitality and tourism industry; Recommended minimum age of 22 years; and English language proficiency of TOEFL 550 PBT (213 CBT, 79 IBT) or IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
The Masters courses are awarded by César Ritz Colleges Switzerland are accredited by the State of Valais Department of Education, Culture and Sport, Switzerland. In addition, all Master courses are validated by Manchester Metropolitan University (UK). You will therefore receive both Swiss and British recognized degrees.
Course Contents
Term 1 (11 weeks)
Food & Beverage Management
Information Technology & E-Business
Gastronomy
Term 2 (11 weeks)
Management Accounting & Finance
Consumer Behaviour & Strategic Marketing
Tourism & Cruise Industry
Term 3 (11 weeks)
Human Resource Management & Organizational Behaviour
Research Methods
Sustainable Tourism
Internship (6 months – optional)
Students working towards either Master degree may choose to do an optional internship after completion of their Postgraduate Diploma.
Internships in Switzerland require three levels of German or French.
Term 4 (6 months)
15,000-word dissertation supervised by two faculty members with a final assessment by an MMU Exam Board. Students may choose: Six months (full-time) at the Brig Campus or at MMU in the UK OR 12 months (part-time upon application) with the first 11 weeks on the Brig Campus and complete dissertation off campus abroad
