Master of Science in International Hotel Management
Master of Science in International Hotel Management
This program combines the traditional Swiss ethos of luxury hotel management with the latest strategies in operations, digital marketing, talent and leadership.
Whether you have a hospitality background or are changing career, you will be exposed to the operational management issues and strategic choices hotel managers face and gain the skills needed to make the right executive decisions.
You will learn business management theory, develop in-depth knowledge of the wider hotel management perspective and have the opportunity to prove your professional skills in a real-world work environment during your internship.
Location: Switzerland or Spain
Duration: Nine months + Six-month Internship or Master thesis
Total credits: 45 US / 90 ECTS
Intakes: Spring and Fall
Semester 1
Switzerland or Spain
Semester 2:
Switzerland or Spain
+ Business field trip
Semester 3
Six-month Internship
OR
Master thesis
Program highlights
Covers strategic and operational hotel management.
Taught in Switzerland or Spain by industry expert faculty.
Includes business field trip

Get closer to your industry
Our teaching philosophy combines academic rigor with real-world exposure. Through an immersive field trip to a leading hospitality hub, students connect with top hotel executives, explore innovative properties, and gain insights into industry trends. Expert panels, site visits, and guest lectures enrich their learning, while hands-on components and a final internship or thesis option ensure strong preparation for global hotel management careers.
Program details
Semester 1
F&B Practical: Service & Kitchen Operation
Rooms Division Practical: Housekeeping & Front Office
Food & Beverage Operation Management
Design and Facilities Management
Rooms Division Operations Management
Finance and Performance Management for Hotels
Service Marketing in a Digital Age
Global People Management in Hotel Context
Semester 2
Strategic Hotel Management in a Global Environment
Revenue and Asset Management for Hotels
Entrepreneurship and Business Modelling for Hotels
Event Design and Management
Sustainability in Business Development
Artificial Intelligence and Business Innovation
+ Business Field Trip
Meet and network with industry leaders
Semester 3
Six-month Internship, Portfolio and Self-Reflection
or
Master thesis
Program entry requirements
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