Hotel Management and Business Administration – Bachelor

Build an international career in the hotel and hospitality industry.

Do you want to work around the world, developing your leadership skills in a global industry where the guest experience is at the center?

The three-year hotel management program gives you a unique combination of business expertise and operational skills – knowledge that is in demand worldwide in hotels, resorts, and experience-based businesses.

Studies take place in Lucerne, Switzerland – an international center for high-quality hospitality education. The program includes accommodation, meals, and insurance, and is eligible for student financial aid. Already during the first year, you have the opportunity to complete a paid internship period in Switzerland – a valuable introduction to the industry and a chance to build important connections for the future.

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Practical Learning in a Dynamic and Global Industry

The program leads to a dual degree from BHMS in Lucerne and Robert Gordon University in the United Kingdom, giving you both academic depth and practical relevance. This combination strengthens your position in the global job market and prepares you for roles with responsibility and influence in a rapidly changing service industry.

Hospitality is one of the fastest-growing industries globally, and the demand for skilled leaders with both strategic and social skills is greater than ever. Our program combines practical industry experience with theoretical knowledge of business models, leadership, and operations management, giving you the best possible foundation to successfully navigate and shape the future of the hotel and hospitality sector.

Through real-world cases, practical learning experiences, and interactive lectures, you develop the skills needed to lead complex operations and manage challenges in both small and large organizations. Our courses are designed to stimulate communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, giving you the pragmatic and strategic competence required to step into a leadership role in a rapidly changing global market.

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A Curriculum for Future Leaders

• Our curriculum prepares you to tackle the industry’s most complex issues by providing in-depth understanding of:
• Business strategies and leadership: Develop the knowledge and skills needed to lead hotels and other service businesses at both operational and strategic levels.
• Operations management and technical understanding: The ability to master the operational side of hotel management – from logistics to resource management and customer service.
• Global perspective and cultural competence: Our international focus helps you understand and manage cultural differences and develop global business strategies within the hotel industry.
• Innovation and sustainability: We prepare you to address the industry’s challenges regarding sustainability and technological advancement – key factors for the business models of the future.

With our education, you gain not only the technical competence needed to navigate the international hotel market but also the creativity, strategic insight, and global mindset that enable you to lead successful businesses in a constantly changing world.

Structure

1. Year 1 – International Diploma
   1. Fundamentals of the industry with a focus on business communication, marketing, organization theory, and finance. Insight into the structure, products, and services of the hotel and tourism industry. Practical training in beverage management and housekeeping operations. Language choice: German.
   2. Internship: 4–6 months in Switzerland (guaranteed and paid approx. 30,000 SEK/month).
2. Year 2 – Advanced International Diploma
   1. In-depth understanding of business performance, sustainability, e-commerce, and emotional intelligence in the workplace. Hands-on experience in event planning, front office, global business, and data analysis. Kitchen operations and supervisory methodology.
   2. Internship: 4–6 months in Switzerland or internationally (paid)
3. Year 3 – Bachelor’s Degree
   1. Choose between:
      1. Hotel Management – Strategic leadership in the hotel and hospitality industry. Business concepts for the hotel and restaurant sector. Specialization in event management and entrepreneurship.
      2. Global Business Management – HR management for global companies, international business environments, project management, product and service innovation, digital media
   2. Internship: 4–6 months in Switzerland or internationally (paid)

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Admission Requirements

• Minimum age 17
• High school diploma or equivalent
• IELTS 5.0 level or equivalent
• For those who do not meet the English requirements, we offer an intensive course designed to help students improve their language skills.

Are you ready to begin your journey toward leadership in the hotel and restaurant industry?

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