Advanced Studies programs
Admission criteria
Advanced Studies programs
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Admission criteria
Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Intakes
Applied, career-focused qualifications that tum professional experience into recognized expertise. Study full-time on. campus, or choose an executive format built around your career.
Advanced Studies
Master of Advanced Studies in Hospitality Management
Fall 2026 intake: 60 ECTS/ 30 US credits. Semester system (3)
From Spring 2027 intake: 60 ECTC/ US credits.Blended learning, modular system (3+3)
Specializations include F&B Entrepreneurship & Management, Marketing for Luxury Tourism, Commercial Strategy and Revenue, Leadership and Professional Development
Crans Montanta and Marbella
Diploma of Advanced Studies in International Hospitality Management · Executive Format
Fall 2026 intake: 40 ECTS/ 20 US credits. Semester system (2)
From Spring 2027 intake: 30 ECTC/ 15 US credits. Blended learning, modular system (3)
A standalone qualification , on your foundation for progression into the MAS in Hospitality Management with Specialization.
Crans Montana and Marbella
Diploma of Advanced Studies in Private Aviation Management
Fall 2026 intake: 40 ECTS/ 20 US credits. Semester system (2)
From Spring 2027 intake: 30 ECTC/ 15 US credits. Semester system (1)
Hospitality excellence meets the private aviation ecosystem and connected to Geneva, Málaga and Abu Dhabi aviation hubs.
Crans Montana, Marbella and Abu Dhabi
Diploma of Advanced Studies in Commercial Strategy and Revenue · Executive Format
Spring 2027 intake: 30 ECTC/ 15 US credits. modular system (4) Commercial deal structuring, negotiation and partnership management, multi-property revenue and distribution strategy, and AI-driven commercial analytics, applied in a capstone project with a real hospitality organisation.
Crans Montana and Marbella
Diploma of Advanced Studies in Food and Beverage Entrepreneurship Management · Executive Format
Fall 2026 intake: 40 ECTS/ 20 US credits.
From Spring 2027 Blended learning , modular system (4)
From Spring 2027 intake: 30 ECTC/ 15 US credits.
Online modules with two immersive residential weeks on campus
Diploma of Advanced Studies in Leadership & Personal Development · Executive Format
Fall 2026 intake: 40 ECTS/ 20 US credits. Blended learning
From Spring 2027 intake: 30 ECTC/ 15 US credits.
Self-awareness, communication, coaching, team development and change management for people leaders
Diploma of Advanced Studies in Marketing for Luxury Tourism · Executive Format
Fall 2026 intake: 40 ECTS/ 20 US credits. Blended learning, modular system (4)
From Spring 2027 intake: 30 ECTC/ 15 US credits.
Luxury consumer behavior, brand positioning, digital marketing and personalized experiencies across four progressive modules.
Executive Master of Advanced Studies in International Hotel Management
Fall 2026 intake: 64 ECTS/ 32 US credits or 70 ECTS/ 35 US credits with the optional internship. blended learning, modular system (6)
From Spring 2027 intake: 60 ECTC/ 30 US credits.
A broad executive pathway in hotel management, leadership, strategy, resource, management and decision-making, with applied research.
Executive Diploma of Advanced Studies in International Hotel Management
Fall 2026 intake: 36 ECTS/ 18 US credits or 42 ECTS/ 21 US credits with the optional intership. Blended learning, modular system (4)
From Spring 2027 intake: 30 ECTC/ 15 US credits.
A focused executive pathway in hotel operations, revenue management, marketing, leadership, finance, sustainability and data-informed decisions.
Admission Requirements: two routes, by program
Every Advanced Studies program is open with Bachelor´s degree or Sur dossier. The professional experience required differs by program
How the sur dossier route works
The sur dossier pathway recognises professional achievement as a basis for admission. Your application may include professional references, work samples, project evidence and industry certifications, which are reviewed by Academic Management and the Admissions Committee.
Applicants whose last formal education was completed more than 10 years before enrolment may be asked to complete a non-credit Academic Writing and Research Skills refresher before or during their first term.
English requirements
Accepted qualifications include:
- TOEFL iBT: Overall 80 (1-6 scale:4)
- Cambridge: B2 First grade A/minimum 180 or C1 Advanced grade C/ minimum 180
- IELTS Academic Overall 6 (no component below 5.5)
- Pearson: overall 53
Test results must be issued within 24 months of the intended intake. Exemption with documented evidence for native English speakers, after at least two years of full-time education in English, or, for Executive Programs, after at least two years of verified work in an English-primary professional environment with a documented interview assessment.
Test center codes:
- Switzerland 9827
- Marbella B941
Studying across two editions?
The credit values and structures marked "From Spring 2027 intake" apply to admission for the 2027.1 intake and later. Students admitted for intakes up to and including fall 2026 complete their program under the structure and credit value in force at the time of their admission, including the optional internship variants of the Executive Mas and Executive Das. No changes applies retroactively.
Admission decisions are made under the Les Roches Admissions Policy (LR-ACA-PO-02) and Admissions Procedures; this page summarizes, and never replaces or weakens, the published criteria. Equivalence of foreign qualifications is assessed in accordance with Swiss ENIC guidance. Program availability by campus and intake is set out in the Academic Catalogue.
Les Roches Global Hospitality Education is institutionally accredited under the Swiss Higher Education Act (HEdA) by decision of the Swiss Accreditation Council of 20 September 2024 and holds the designation University of Applied Sciences Institute. Les Roches is also accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Application process
Your journey begins here
Your journey begins here
The application process is designed to be clear, personal, and efficient.
- Submit your online application
- Upload required documents
- Review and interview schedule
Each application is reviewed individually. Interviews and written assessments are used to better understand motivation, academic readiness, and alignment with Les Roches’ values.
Application Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): including up-to-date personal profile, academic qualifications, languages spoken, work experience, extra-curricular activities, travel and leadership qualities.
- Official academic credentials and final transcripts;
- English test score or approved exemption evidence;
- Professional experience evidence, where applicable;
- Identification document (passport copy);
- Personal Statement (300-word essay), signed and dated, highlighting experiences, leadership, areas of development, and future aspirations for a career in the hospitality or sports industry, and why the candidate wants to study with Les Roches.
Application process
Your journey begins here
Your journey begins here
The application process is designed to be clear, personal, and efficient.
- Submit your online application
- Upload required documents
- Review and interview schedule
Each application is reviewed individually. Interviews and written assessments are used to better understand motivation, academic readiness, and alignment with Les Roches’ values.
Support and accessibility
Learning differences and inclusive excellence
Les Roches is committed to inclusive education. Applicants with documented learning differences may be eligible for reasonable academic accommodations, subject to official documentation and academic review.
Reasonable accommodation may be considered where feasible, without compromising essential academic, regulatory or professional requirements.
Academic and language support for success
Comprehensive academic advising, language support, and student services are available to ensure each student is positioned for success throughout their studies.
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