Build on your previous work experience in another discipline to shift gears into the field of hospitality. In just one year, gain key operational skills through organizing events on campus, managing a spa, or running a fine dining outlet.

Next intake

February 2025

Duration

1 YEAR

Location

Leysin

About the program

Apply now

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Shift gears into hospitality

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

Structure

Gain valuable hospitality experience to enhance your CV and transition into hospitality. Secure strong professional skills, valuable industry connections, and firsthand knowledge of current industry standards.

This hospitality management postgraduate program offers access to all of our master's programs.

Program overview Leysin

The Concept Labs are six-week modules designed to immerse students in different hospitality skills. Each lab features its own dedicated teachers and projects, providing specialized training in areas such as service excellence, international cuisine, and spa management.

Throughout the postgraduate program, students rotate through all three labs, gaining comprehensive, hands-on experience in each aspect of the hospitality industry.

Semester 1

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

Semester 2

Worldwide internship (4-6 months)

You will not only gain work experience that you can include on your CV, but also strong professional skills, valuable industry connections, and first-hand knowledge of current industry standards.

The industry's school of choice

Our unique partnerships and internship opportunities open doors to some of the world’s top players. Get invaluable real-world experience, connect with people at the heart of the business, and learn from the greats–both in the classroom and in the workplace. The curriculum is informed by the industry and supports your employability and career development.

Next intakes

We recommend you apply 3 months in advance before your desired start date. If you need a visa, please be sure to allow enough time between the application and the start of the intake as it can take up to 12 weeks to process.

February 2025

September 2025

February 2026

Requirements & fees

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
English language proficiency of IELTS academic module 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 46 or equivalent. If you don't meet the required english level, you can improve your language and study skills with our English Foundation Program. Please note that if you require a visa, Swiss authorities need to be provided with a valid TOEFL or IELTS score (not older than one year)

Fees

More info