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Bachelor of Business Administration
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
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
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
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
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
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
- Recommended minimum age of 18 years
- English language proficiency of IELTS academic module 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
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.
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 language assessment 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 not be charged an additional fee.
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