This program combines a Lynn University Bachelor's of Professional Studies Degree in Hospitality Management with a DCT Advanced Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management, to provide you with two accredited international qualifications that are recognized worldwide as the best, most prestigious educational qualifications for anyone seeking a career in the hospitality industry. Participants in the Lynn University Switzerland Program can take advantage of accelerated scheduling to complete a Bachelor’s degree in a relatively short period of time.
School & Campus : DCT University Center, Vitznau - Lucerne
Duration: 30 to 48 months total - 24 months of classes (eight academic terms), and 6 to 24 months of paid Swiss Internship.
Awards: DCT Advanced Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management Plus Bachelor of Professional Studies Degree in Hospitality Management by Lynn University
Start Dates: January / April / June / October
Admission Requirements: Successful completion of secondary education (e.g. High School diploma or equivalent)/ Minimum age 17 / Appropriate results from a recognized English test (TOEFL / IELTS / TOEIC / Cambridge First Certificate)
Progression: After successful completion of the Diploma, suitably qualified or experienced students may progress into the American Bachelor's degree by Lynn University offered at DCT.
Career Opportunities
A Bachelor’s degree positions graduates more competitively and provides stronger credentials for a fast-track career in the hospitality industry. DCT’s Career Center assists graduating students with international placement. DCT employs an international placement officer who works with students at no charge to help them secure employment. DCT also hosts regular Career Fairs that bring top international organizations to the DCT campus to recruit and hire our graduates. DCT assists students throughout the entire process, from an initial job search, through a successful internship, to career placement. Additionally, DCT’s Alumni Association facilitates networking among DCT graduates, making job opportunities available from around the world.
Paid Internship
International work experience is important to hospitality students’ development because they build a broad base of skills and are exposed to a wide range of practices that may not be common in their home countries. DCT encourages and assists students in finding suitable placements for Paid Swiss Internships so that they can gain this valuable experience early in their careers.
Course Content
Term 1
English Composition I
Beginner German Language I
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
Applied Hospitality Information Systems
Professional & Personal Development for Hospitality
Term 2
English Composition II
Wine and Beverage Appreciation
Food Service Management, with Service Practical Lab
Beginner German Language II
Introduction to Statistics
Term 3
Financial Accounting
Public Speaking
Rooms Division Operations, with Fidelio Lab
Introduction to Microeconomics
Human Resource Management
Term 4
Convention Sales and Management
Managerial Accounting
Sales and Marketing Management
Cross-Cultural Management
Introduction to Macroeconomics
Term 5
Ethics in the Hospitality Industry
Tourism Planning & Development
Rooms Division Management
Planning and Control of F&B Operations
Organizational Behavior
Specialization Term (Term 6)
Five courses focused in a segment of the Hospitality Industry:
Cruise Line Management
Event Management
or Spa & Resort Management
Term 7
Hospitality Strategic Marketing
Hospitality Labor Relations
Introduction to Human Biology
International Experience in Hospitality Management
