Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality Management

Tailor this bachelor's degree in hospitality business management with a specialization endorsed by a leading industry partner.

Next intake

October 3, 2022

Duration

3 years

Location

Montreux

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Tailor your degree

Develop an understanding of the human and operational sides of the industry
Tailor your degree in hospitality business management by choosing from a range of specializations endorsed and created with industry leaders
Acquire hospitality's customer-centric approach to the business world, build mental agility to adapt your new skills in hospitality or industries beyond
Embark on two industry internships that will give you a competitive advantage in your future career
Graduate with a:

Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality Management from Hotel Institute Montreux (with specialization)*

Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality Management from Northwood University

*Hotel Institute Montreux awards its own separate degree confirming the successful completion of Northwood University’s BBA program at its campus in Switzerland, and this degree is a formal recognition by Hotel Institute Montreux of the tertiary standards achieved by BBA graduates.

Structure

Wherever there are consumers, there’s a need for hospitality; therefore, when it comes to career opportunities, this three-year degree hospitality business management, awarded in partnership with Northwood University (US), unlocks endless possibilities.

Year 1 Introduction to Hospitality Montreux

TERM 1 (11 WEEKS)

Food & Beverage Service, Theory and Practical
Food Production Theory and Food Safety
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
Introduction to College Studies
Language (French, German, or Spanish)

TERM 2 (11 WEEKS)

Food & Beverage Management
Bar and Beverage Management
Communications
World Cultures and Customs
Principles of Microeconomics
Accounting Principles
Language (French, German, or Spanish)

Internship

Switzerland or abroad (4-6 months)

Year 2 Rooms Division and Management Application Montreux

Increase your influence as a leader by developing your emotional intelligence and acquiring key managerial skills.

TERM 3 (11 WEEKS)

Front Office Management & Operations
Housekeeping Management
Human Resource Management
Principles of Macroeconomics
Hospitality Sales and Marketing
Language (French, German, or Spanish)

TERM 4 (11 WEEKS)

Principles of Management
Introduction to Art
Convention Management, Banqueting, and Events
Financial and Managerial Accounting
Management of Information Technologies
Language (French, German, Mandarin, or Spanish)

Internship

Switzerland or abroad (4-6 months)

Year 3 Hospitality Management, International Business & Specialization Montreux

Build on your previous studies and develop a strong understanding of operating international business in preparation for a career in a multicultural environment. Deepen your understanding of social responsibility as you learn to face contemporary global issues.

TERM 5 (11 WEEKS)

Chosen Specialization
Organizational Behavior & Leadership
Digital Marketing
Financial Management
Language (French, German, Mandarin, or Spanish)

TERM 6 (11 WEEKS)

Business Ethics
Strategic Planning
Responsible Resort Management
Innovative Hospitality Models
Statistics

TERM 7 (11 WEEKS)

Contemporary Global Issues
Business Law
International Management
Environmental Science
Yield and Revenue Management
Philosophy of Enterprise

Specializations

For Term 5, choose from one of our diverse specializations endorsed by some of the world’s most respected business and industry leaders who assist us in creating course content, hold guest lectures, host company visits, assign projects, and offer exclusive career opportunities.

Luxury Brand Management

Competitive Analysis for Luxury Business
Luxury Marketing and Communication Strategies
High Tech and High Touch Experiences

Financial Analysis & Wealth Management

Corporate Investment Decisions
Portfolio Management
Capital Markets and Analysis

Human Capital and Development

Mediation and Workplace Conflict
Strategic Management of Human Resources
Performance Management Systems

Management for the Senior Living Industry

Social Gerontology – The Study of Aging
Operations Management for Senior Living Facilities
Managing Health and Changing Lifestyles

Franchise Business Management

Principles of Franchising
Franchise Compliance Issues
Franchise Strategy Development

A stamp of approval

Next intakes

We highly recommend applying early. If you need a student visa, please be sure to allow 8 – 12 weeks between application and program start date.

October 03, 2022

January 09, 2023

October 09, 2023

Requirements & Fees

Completed secondary school education (IB Diploma, IBCP Diploma, Maturité, Abitur, French Bac, 2 A-levels, high school diploma or equivalent). Direct Entry options may be available for IBCP Candidates. For further details or an individual assessment, please kindly contact ibcp@swisseducation.com

We highly recommend applying early. If you need a student visa, please be sure to allow 8 – 12 weeks between application and program start date.

Recommended minimum age of 18 years
English language proficiency of IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 55 or equivalent. If you don't have the required language level, you can improve your language and study skills with our English Foundation Program before joining
Advance Learning Program: Taking university level coursework requires that you meet the demands of lectures, seminars, and assignments. If English is not your first language, you are required to complete a short screening test during the induction period. If you do not meet the minimum level for your academic program, you will be required to participate in the Advance Learning Program which runs in parallel to your regular studies and supports your academic progression. Students who benefit from this program will be charged an additional fee.

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