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Become a Leader in the World of Luxury Hospitality

Live and Learn Hospitality in Iconic Swiss Palaces

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Topping the List

We are ranked among the top 4 in the
2026 QS World University Rankings

Top 4 Hospitality School Worldwide, QS 2026

Find the Program Built for You

Swiss heritage, global recognition, a career without borders


SHMS is where genuine care meets Swiss excellence. Students live and learn in iconic palace hotels, gaining hands-on experience in a culture that values belonging, integrity, and mastery, where they become true hoteliers. Every program pairs hands-on Swiss training with dual Swiss and UK degrees and international internships. Find the one built for you below.

  • Duration3 years, with 2 paid international internships
  • Degree awarded2 Bachelor's degrees (Switzerland and UK)
  • SpecializationsHospitality · Event · Design Management
  • IntakesSeptember and February
  • Entry requirementsClass 12 or equivalent, IELTS 5.5, minimum age 17
  • Career pathsHotel, event and luxury brand management

For students starting straight after school who want a hands-on route into hospitality leadership. Over 3 years you live and learn inside iconic Swiss palace hotels, combining practical training with business education and 2 paid international internships. Choose a specialization in Hospitality, Event, or Design Management and graduate with dual Swiss and UK Bachelor's degrees, ready to lead.

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  • Duration1 year, plus optional 1-year internship
  • Degree awardedSwiss Master of Advanced Studies (MAS)
  • MajorsMega Events · Real Estate · Wellness and Longevity
  • StructureModular: Certificate, then Diploma, then MAS
  • IntakesSeptember, November, February
  • Entry requirementsRecognized Bachelor's, IELTS 6.0

For graduates and professionals targeting leadership in hospitality's fastest-growing fields. This modular master lets you study only the PGD, or continue to the MAS. Earn a Postgraduate Certificate, then a Postgraduate Diploma, then a Swiss Master of Advanced Studies, finishing with a live industry project presented to corporate partners.

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  • Duration1 year (18 or 36 weeks on campus)
  • Degree awarded2 Master's degrees (Switzerland and UK)
  • Personalize8 elective course choices
  • InternshipOptional 6-month international internship
  • IntakesSeptember, November, February
  • Entry requirementsRecognized Bachelor's (min 2.2), IELTS 6.0
  • Career pathsSenior hospitality, events and business leadership

For ambitious graduates and career changers ready to move into senior roles. This 1-year master builds a strong foundation in hotel business management along with the strategic, financial, and leadership expertise to lead. Personalize your study with 8 elective course choices and add an optional 6-month international internship.

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  • Duration1 year (18 or 36 weeks on campus)
  • Degree awarded2 Master's degrees (Switzerland and UK)
  • FocusLuxury value creation and brand strategy
  • IntakesSeptember, November, February
  • Entry requirementsRecognized Bachelor's (min 2.2), IELTS 6.0
  • Career pathsLuxury brands, marketing and guest experience

For graduates aiming for a career in luxury hospitality. This 1-year master builds solid foundations in the luxury sector while strengthening your expertise in hospitality business. Develop advanced skills through specialized courses in luxury value creation, consumer experience design, and strategic luxury brand management.

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  • Duration1 year (intensive)
  • Degree awarded2 Master's degrees (Switzerland and UK)
  • FocusManagement, innovation and technology
  • InternshipOptional 6-month international internship
  • IntakesSeptember, November, February
  • Entry requirementsRecognized Bachelor's (min 2.2), IELTS 6.0
  • Career pathsHotel operations and departmental leadership

For hospitality graduates and industry professionals ready to become modern hoteliers. With a focus on management, innovation and technology, you build the digital, analytical, and leadership skills to enhance guest experiences, streamline operations, and lead teams and departments anywhere in the world.

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  • DurationFlexible, 1.5 to 2+ years
  • Degree awardedMaster of Arts, University of Derby (UK)
  • Format100% online, 6 modules (10 weeks each)
  • IntakesSeptember, November, February
  • Entry requirementsWorking professionals, recognized Bachelor's and relevant experience
  • Career pathsSenior and executive hospitality leadership

For working professionals ready to step up without stepping away. Advance into senior leadership with the flexibility of 100% online study, an accredited UK degree, and an optional Swiss Immersion Week on campus.

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Careers and Return on Investment

The Future is Bright for SHMS Graduates


A Swiss hospitality education that pays you back: real experience, a paid internship salary, and a career without borders.

100%Internship placement
90%Receive 2+ job offers before graduating
89%Hold management positions or create their own company
CHF 2,350/moAverage internship salary in Switzerland

Exclusive International Recruitment Forum

Your gateway to the world's finest employers


The IRF connects you with recruiters from over 100 top global companies, opening doors to internships and future careers.

2
Exclusive events per year
3,600+
International job opportunities
1,500+
Interviews conducted
100+
Recruiters from 30+ countries

An Influential Community

An influential alumni network


For over 30 years, SHMS has shaped hospitality leaders across every continent. As part of Swiss Education Group, our graduates join one of the largest hospitality networks in the world.

90%
Receive 2+ job offers before graduating
89%
Hold management positions
71%
Work in the hospitality industry
45K
Alumni in the SEG network
India Spotlight

Coming soon

An Indian graduate story, to be added by the school.

Mihir Nayak

Sales Manager, Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah, Dubai

Yaya Papatsara

Owner, Lilit Banglumhu Hotel, Bangkok

Leonie Demgenski

Associate Director of Sales, Park Hyatt Zürich

Kratos Li

Manager, Luxury Brand Management & Marketing, Marriott International Greater China

Testimonials

In their own words


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"My degree turned me into a true hospitality professional and prepared me for what has been a thrilling journey with one of the leading hospitality brands in the world."

Eric MasalwalaDubai · Class of 2007 · Director of Rooms, Radisson Hotel Group, UAE
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"SHMS not only gave me a well-recognized degree and a solid foundation, but also an edge in the job market and an invaluable network spanning from Shanghai to Bogota."

Mathias SchneiderSweden · Class of 2013 · General Manager, Gimo Herrgård
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"I chose SHMS because it's a school that sets you apart from typical universities. From the beginning, I loved the lectures, the people, and I felt completely at home."

Constanze EngelhardtGreece · Class of 2019 · Recruiting Manager, Hirmer Hospitality

Why Study in Switzerland

Safe. Global. Career-focused.


  • Birthplace of hospitality and luxury excellence
  • Known worldwide for quality, precision, and real-world results
  • One of the safest and most stable countries in the world
  • Ranked No.1 globally for achieving career goals
  • World's most innovative country
  • Home to some of the world's most iconic hotel brands and event destinations

For Indian Families

A Safe, Supported Start, Trusted by Indian Families


Where You Live and Learn

Live & learn in iconic Swiss palaces


From a former palace hotel in Caux overlooking Lake Geneva to an alpine campus in the ski resort of Leysin, SHMS delivers an unforgettable place to live, study, and grow into a true hotelier.

Caux

A landmark former palace hotel with panoramic views over the Swiss Riviera.

Leysin

An alpine campus set among the mountains, home to specialized and postgraduate programs, optimized for creativity and innovation.

Tuition and Fees

Your investment, clearly explained


Every SHMS program is all-inclusive, find out what's covered, what support you can expect, and how your investment opens doors worldwide.

Your Investment, Everything Included. Each program is all-inclusive: tuition, accommodation in our palace campuses, meals, student services, arrival support, insurance, and career services.

What's included

  • Tuition, accommodation & meals
  • Uniforms & course materials
  • Student services & arrival support in Switzerland
  • Insurance & social assistance
  • Career support + 2 paid internships
Total program investment: CHF 185,200 over 3 years (4 academic semesters + 2 paid internships), tuition, accommodation, meals & infrastructure fees included.
Security deposit: CHF 2,000 (refundable), payable once.
Your Investment, Everything Included. Each program is all-inclusive: tuition, accommodation in our palace campuses, meals, student services, arrival support, insurance, and career services.

What's included

  • Tuition, accommodation & meals
  • Uniforms & course materials
  • Student services & arrival support in Switzerland
  • Insurance & social assistance
  • Career support + optional paid internship
Fast track (18 weeks): CHF 50,900 total.
Standard track (36 weeks, incl. independent study & optional paid global internship): CHF 63,900 total.
Security deposit: CHF 2,000 (refundable), payable once.
Your Investment, Everything Included. Each program is all-inclusive: tuition, accommodation in our palace campuses, meals, student services, arrival support, insurance, and career services.

What's included

  • Tuition, accommodation & meals
  • Uniforms & course materials
  • Student services & arrival support in Switzerland
  • Insurance & social assistance
  • Career support + optional paid internship
Fast track (18 weeks): CHF 50,900 total.
Standard track (36 weeks, incl. independent study & optional paid global internship): CHF 63,900 total.
Security deposit: CHF 2,000 (refundable), payable once.
Your Investment, Everything Included. Each program is all-inclusive: tuition, accommodation in our palace campuses, meals, student services, arrival support, insurance, and career services.

What's included

  • Tuition, accommodation & meals
  • Uniforms & course materials
  • Student services & arrival support in Switzerland
  • Insurance & social assistance
  • Career support + optional paid internship
Total program investment: CHF 50,900 (1 intensive year), tuition, accommodation, meals & infrastructure fees included. Optional 6-month paid global internship afterward.
Security deposit: CHF 2,000 (refundable), payable once.
Your Investment, Everything Included. Each program is all-inclusive: tuition, accommodation in our palace campuses, meals, student services, arrival support, insurance, and career services.

What's included

  • Tuition, accommodation & meals
  • Uniforms & course materials
  • Student services & arrival support in Switzerland
  • Insurance & social assistance
  • Career support + optional 1-year internship
Total program investment: CHF 43,000 (Year 1), tuition, accommodation, meals & infrastructure fees included, plus an optional paid 1-year internship.
Security deposit: CHF 2,000 (refundable), payable once.
Your Investment. A flexible, accredited UK master's that fits around your career, with tuition, faculty support, and career guidance included.

What's included

  • Tuition & access to the online learning platform
  • Faculty support & career guidance
  • Alumni network access
  • Optional Swiss Immersion Week (additional fee)
Total program investment: CHF 20,100, payable in full. A scheduled payment plan is available with a 5% surcharge on the total.

All prices are quoted in Swiss francs (CHF). A refundable CHF 2,000 security deposit applies to all on-campus programs. A 2% early-bird discount is available for fees paid in full 90 days before the start of each semester. Fees are reviewed annually and subject to change, our India admissions team will confirm final costs for your intake.

Scholarships & Support

Scholarships & Payment Flexibility


Ambition should never be limited by circumstance. A dedicated India team helps you plan every step of your investment, with real guidance, not guesswork.

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Frequently Asked Questions


SHMS graduates lead in hotel and resort management, events, luxury brands, and guest experience, and many launch their own ventures. 89% hold management positions, and 90% receive more than one job offer before graduation.
Yes. SHMS awards two degrees, one from Swiss Hotel Management School and one from the University of Derby, UK, both globally respected and recognized for careers across India, the US, Singapore and beyond.
Switzerland is the birthplace of modern hospitality and a global hub for luxury, ranked among the world's safest and most career-focused countries, with iconic palace campuses in Caux and Leysin.
No. All programs are all-inclusive, accommodation in our palace campuses, meals, and full visa support.
SHMS offers merit-based scholarships (limited & competitive), flexible payment plans, and India-team guidance on loan options.
Yes. Programs include paid global internships with employers like Four Seasons, Mandarin Oriental and Marriott, averaging CHF 2,350/month, with 100% internship placement.
Yes. Palace campuses known for safety, structure, and an inclusive community of students from 100+ countries.
Bachelor's: Class 12 (CBSE/CISCE/state board or equivalent) + IELTS 5.5 (TOEFL iBT 46), minimum age 17. Master's/PGD: recognized undergraduate degree (min 2.2) + IELTS 6.0 (TOEFL iBT 60); relevant experience preferred. Foundation programs available.