Diploma of Advanced Studies in

International Hospitality Management

Diploma of Advanced Studies in International Hospitality Management

Available to study at both our Swiss and Spanish campuses, this Diploma of Advanced Studies provides career changers with a comprehensive foundation in hospitality business management.

Upon completing the Advanced Studies Diploma curriculum, you can continue your studies in Switzerland to earn an MBA (subject to meeting the MBA criteria); or alternatively you can pursue a Master of Advanced Studies in Hospitality Management by choosing an additional specialization semester in Switzerland or Spain.

Location: Switzerland and Spain

Duration: Max two semesters

Total credits: 20 US/40 ECTS

Intakes: Spring and Fall

Hospitality immersion Program

If applicable

Semester 1

+ Business field trip

Semester 2

Six-month Internship

Applied Research Project

Diploma of Advanced Studies or possible progression to MBA or Master of Advanced Studies.

Program highlights

Intensive hospitality education across six highly applied modules.

Business field trip

Customize your program by choosing an elective module.

Concludes with applied research project or internship.

Get closer to your industry

Our teaching philosophy blends academic learning with real-world experience, which is why we offer students an immersive business field trip to a leading hospitality destination. This provides exposure to top-tier hospitality environments, where students meet industry leaders, observe operations and explore emerging trends. Engaging in expert-led discussions and exclusive site visits helps boost students’ professional development, research and thesis work.

Guest lectures from industry experts and practical learning elements ensure students gain valuable insights into core hospitality operations, equipping them with the knowledge and connections to advance their careers in the global hospitality industry.

Program details

Semester 1

Hospitality Finance and Performance Management

Hospitality Revenue Management Services

Marketing in a Digital Age

Entrepreneurship and Business Modeling

International Event Management

+ 1 Elective of choice

+ Business Field Trip

Semester 3

Six-month Internship

Applied research project

Graduate with your Diploma of Advanced Studies

Study one more semester and graduate with :

MBA or
Master of Advanced Studies in Hospitality Management with Specialization

Program entry requirements

Minimum age

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree desirable

Professional experience

Two years for students with a Bachelor's degree or five years for students without degree

English requirements

Must be proficient enough for higher education studies. English language exam scores (issued within 24 months prior to the intended intake) are required for non-native speakers, or those who have not spent at least 2 years in full time English education at university level prior to the intake.

TOEFL	IELTS Academic	Cambridge	Duolingo
80 internet based	Average 6.0 and minimum 5.5 in each component	FCE: grade A (minimum 180 points) CAE: grade C (minimum 180 points)	Score of 115, with no component under 105
Les Roches Switzerland: Code 9827 Les Roches Spain: Code B941 Les Roches Abu Dhabi: Code D883	Only tests taken/issued in an official IELTS testing center are accepted.