Overview
This Master of Science delivers a double Master degree, RNCP Title Level 7 from two renowned schools, emlyon business school and Institut Lyfe.
Key Facts
This program enables international and French students to acquire a high-level, specialized education aimed at the main functions of the hospitality industry in companies whose scope is resolutely oriented towards international markets. This program requires a professional mission at the end of the course for a minimal duration of 4 months (internship, VIE, fixed-term contract or permanent contract).
As a student of the MSc in International Hospitality Management from emlyon business school you will be studying at two top European business schools with global recognition for excellence. The program offers a dual campus experience that combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on opportunities through real industry projects, learning trips and partnerships with leading hospitality brands.
The hospitality courses and management courses have been co-designed by experts at Institut Lyfe (formerly Institut Paul Bocuse) and emlyon business school, enabling you to become a hospitality expert through the course of one of the two tracks depending on your past educational experience in the industry.
Careers Service Track
As an MSc in Hospitality Management graduate, we guarantee that you will be qualified to:
- Ascend (with experience and maturity) to the highest positions in lodging, foodservice, meetings and events, or related general management
- Specialize in a particular industry function: marketing and sales, human resources management, accounting and finance, operations management, strategic management, etc.
- Fill a post within a property or regional or corporate office of a multinational enterprise
- Start a small or medium enterprise or take over a family concern
- Pursue a career in operational or financial consulting, hospitality design, asset management, brokerage, banking or related services focused on the hospitality industry
- Fulfill the hospitality function in a non-hospitality industry or use related hospitality and business skills to advantage in a service sector.
Accreditation
The Master of Science programs at emlyon business school are accredited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE), a prestigious French association that recognizes academic excellence, rigorous admissions standards, and strong professional integration.
emlyon belongs to the top 1% of business schools worldwide recognized by the triple accreditation: EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Trends & Entrepreneurship: Study of new industry trends and development of entrepreneurship in hospitality.
Talent & Operations:Intercultural Management, Lean Operations, impact of Emerging Technologies/AI, and CSR in global hospitality environments.
Customer Experience: Focus on service quality, Luxury Management, and Customer Experience Design (including ethnographic research and data analysis).
Design & Innovation: Innovation strategies, Service Design, and brand development.
Business Strategy:Finance, Business Models, Strategic Leadership, and Prospective Thinking.
Leadership & Professional Development: Coaching, research workshops, and a professional learning trip to London.
International Models:Global Seminar covering MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, Exhibitions) and Integrated Resorts Management, along with consulting techniques.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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emlyon business school advises students to apply as early as possible to ensure they secure a seat in the programme and maximize their chances
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Campus Location
- Paris, France
- Lyon, France
Disciplines
Management Studies Hospitality Management Tourism & Leisure View 13 other Masters in Hospitality Management in FranceExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Students holding at minimum one of the following degrees can apply to the MSc in International Hospitality Management:
- Admission in Year 1: 3-year Bachelor's degree
- Admission in Year 2: 4-year Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree with a strong background in hospitality field
Mandatory documents (all the documents provided need to be in English or French except passport and identity card):
- A resume
- A copy of an official valid identity card or passport
- A certified copy of your most recent academic degree
- An enrollment certificate / A certificate of attendance for graduating students
- A certified copy of your transcripts from the first year of your undergraduate education until now
- We remind you that this program is delivered fully in English. Therefore, full English proficiency is required.
- For more information about admission requirements, please visit the school's website.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents15950 EUR / year≈ 15950 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals15950 EUR / year≈ 15950 EUR / year
Additional Details
2-year course (entry in Y1): €31,900
- 1st year (Y1): €11,900
- 2nd year (Y2): €20,000
1-year course (entry in Y2): €26,900
(In effet for the 2026-27 academic year)
Living costs
Paris
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
emlyon business school helps students finance their Master of Science by offering up scholarships to qualifying students. These scholarships are limited in number, so we advise you to contact your program advisor as soon as possible to discuss your eligibility or check the information on our website.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for International Hospitality Management.
Available Scholarships
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