The Hospitality industry has seen an impressive expansion over the last decade and perspectives for the future are even more encouraging. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, 100 million jobs will be created over the next 10 years. The BA (Hons) Hospitality Management programme is aimed at appropriately qualified students wishing to build upon their practical and vocational experiences, through the development of critical and analytical skills. It aims to develop future Hospitality managers and equip them with the skills to manage a rapidly changing environment with confidence.
School & Campus : Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS), Leysin campus
Duration: 3 years (Higher Diploma 2.5 years and BA (Hons)term - 5 months)
Internships: 4-6 months per year (Higher Diploma years)
Awards: BA (Honours) Hospitality Management
Start Dates: September / February
Admission Requirements: Higher Diploma or Equivalent
Progression: After successful completion of the Bachelors program, students can progress into MA Degrees in Hospitality Management or Tourism Management
Career Opportunities
SHMS Graduate career services provide assistance to graduates searching for career opportunities upon graduation. SHMS has a network of international contacts and helps graduates with job applications. Many of the graduate find jobs in Europe and USA.
Paid Internship
Internships offer a unique opportunity to enhance both the acquired practical and language skills as students will normally do their internship either in the French or German speaking part of Switzerland. These skills are highly sought after in the hospitality industry.
