Master of Science in International Hospitality Management

This Master’s degree builds an in-depth understanding of hospitality management, encompassing areas such as marketing, operations, finance, talent development and leadership.

Your rigorous academic curriculum combines theoretical inquiry with applied learning opportunities. Through a blend of coursework, case studies and experiential projects, you’ll develop a comprehensive appreciation of both the foundational concepts and the cutting-edge trends reshaping the hospitality sector. At the same time, you’ll receive personalized career support and exclusive access to hospitality leaders and the Les Roches alumni network.

Upon graduation, you’ll be able to formulate innovative, sustainable solutions underpinned by a solid foundation of strategic, operational and financial knowledge.

Location: Switzerland, Spain and UAE

Duration full-time: 1 Year + Six-month internship and academic dissertation

Duration part-time: 18 Months + Six-month internship and academic dissertation

Total credits: 45 US / 90 ECTS

Intakes: Spring and Fall

Full-time - Switzerland, Spain, Abu Dhabi

Semester 1

Switzerland, Spain, Abu Dhabi

Semester 2:

Switzerland, Spain, Abu Dhabi

Semester 3

Six-month Internship

Master thesis

Part-time - Abu Dhabi

Semester 1

3 evenings/week 3 courses

Semester 2

3 evenings/week 3 courses

Semester 3

3 evenings/week 3 courses

Semester 4

3 evenings/week 3 courses

Semester 5

Six-month Internship

Master thesis

Program highlights

Develop critical knowledge in all aspects of hospitality management

Integrate academic insights with practical industry application

Internship with a global hospitality brand

International business field trip

Three campuses, three unique study environments:

The MSc in International Hospitality Management is taught at all three of our campuses, so you can choose the location and environment which offers the best fit.

Crans-Montana

To enjoy fresh alpine air and a close-knit campus community next to one of Europe’s premier winter and summer sports resorts.

Marbella

For a vibrant and colorful Mediterranean experience in an internationally renowned luxury resort destination.

Abu Dhabi

To experience a brand-new, state-of the-art campus placing you at the heart of the world’s fastest-growing region for premium hospitality.

Program details

The curriculum opens with an exploration of industry trends and important topics including sustainability, guest experience and financial analysis. In semester 2 your studies take you into the worlds of events and entrepreneurship, as well as sharpening your skills in areas such as analytics & revenue management. Your program concludes in a real-world setting during your internship and dissertation in the third semester.

Semester 1

Sustainable Design & Facilities Management

Finance and Performance Analysis

New Trends and Disruptions in Tourism

Global People Management

Guest Experience and Personalization through Data

Services Marketing in a Digital Age.

Semester 2

Entrepreneurship & Business Modeling

Event Design & Management

Hospitality Analytics & Revenue Management

Strategic Hospitality Management (in a Global Environment)

Artificial Intelligence and Business Innovation

Applied Research Methods

+ International business field trip

Semester 3

Six-month Internship and academic dissertation

A six-month professional internship in one of the industry’s most sought-after brands.
The academic dissertation enables you to investigate a contemporary challenge within the hospitality industry, conduct in-depth research, and propose viable solutions.

The Master’s in International Hospitality Management will open doors to managerial roles in areas such as:

Theme Parks
Food & Beverage
Destination Management
Events
Hospitality Consulting
Guest Relations

Program entry requirements

Minimum age

21 years old

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Professional hospitality experience

Work experience is a plus but not required

English level

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.

IELTS: overall 6.0 and min. 5.5 in every sub-component* TOEFL: Internet-based 80 or paper-based 550 First Cambridge Exam: Grade A Cambridge Advanced Exam: Grade C Duolingo 115 with no component under 105

*Only tests taken/issued in an official IELTS testing center are accepted.