Overview

Key Features

Build on your previous work experience in another discipline to shift gears into the field of hospitality with the International Hotel, Resort, and Spa Management program offered by Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS). In just one year, gain key operational skills through organizing events on campus, managing a spa, or running a fine dining outlet.

Program Highlights

Ideal for students with an undergraduate degree looking to change careers
Pathway to join our master's program
Fast-track program for seasoned professionals
World-class training outlets
High-level postgraduate courses in hospitality management
Graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in International Hotel, Resort, and Spa Management from Swiss Hotel Management School

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Food and Beverage Management Principles
Front Office Management Principles
Finance and Yield Management Principles
Event Planning and Organization
Human Resource Management
Business Market Research
Digital Sales and Marketing
Concept Lab - The Art of Service, Fundamentals of International Cuisine, and Spa and Guest Services
Language (French or German) and Academic English Skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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More details

We recommend you apply 3 months in advance before your desired start date.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

46

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aigle, Switzerland

Disciplines

International Business Hospitality Management View 40 other Masters in Hospitality Management in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of secondary education with at least 3 years of work experience, or a recognized bachelor's degree in any discipline
Recommended minimum age of 21 years

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS) and/or in Switzerland, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fee

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for International Hotel, Resort, and Spa Management.

Available Scholarships

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