A true hotelier school since 1992, studying in historic palace hotels above Montreux and in the Alps of Leysin. Degrees awarded jointly with the University of Derby (UK).
WHY SWISS HOTEL MANAGEMENT SCHOOL?
Ranked #4 in the world for Hospitality & Leisure Management (QS 2026)
Raising hospitality leaders since 1992
Two campuses in palace hotels: Caux Palace (1902, above Montreux, Lake Geneva) and Leysin (Alps)
Degrees from both SHMS and the University of Derby, UK
100+ nationalities among students and faculty
Bachelor with two internships; Foundation programmes (English, Immersion) for a softer start
Wide ladder: Bachelor → Postgraduate Diploma → MA / MSc, plus an online Executive MA
Part of Swiss Education Group — 25,000+ alumni, 35 chapters
BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management — specialisations, 2 internships
Postgraduate Diploma in International Hotel, Resort & Spa Management
MA International Hospitality Business Management / MSc International Hospitality Management (1 year, Derby)
Programmes:
Scholarship terms are available on request — our consultants will explain the options and exact conditions.
Fees
Scholarships
Annual tuition: available on request Our consultants will confirm the exact amount
High school diploma (or equivalent), passport, application form
For PG Dip/Master: bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of work experience
