Business & Hospitality Management – Diploma
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-04-01 | - |
| 2024-05-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
| 2024-08-01 | - |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
| 2024-11-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Diploma in Business & Hospitality Management is a one-year program designed for individuals seeking careers in hospitality, tourism, or international business. It combines operational aspects of the hospitality industry with business and management principles. The program includes a semester of coursework followed by a paid internship in Switzerland or abroad, providing practical experience and professional networking opportunities. Graduates are prepared for careers in various fields, including hotel management, event planning, and business administration.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Diploma in Business & Hospitality Management
This one-year program is designed for individuals who have completed their secondary education and aspire to pursue a career in the hospitality/tourism industry or the international business sector. The program emphasizes both the operational aspects of the international hotel industry and key business and management principles. It consists of one semester of 20 weeks followed by a 4-6 month paid internship in Switzerland or abroad.
Outline:
Semester 1 (20 weeks)
- Introduction to Hospitality Management
- Introduction to Business Management
- Front Office Operations
- Food and Beverage Operations
- Housekeeping Operations
- Marketing and Sales
- Finance and Accounting
- Human Resources Management
- Information Technology
- Communication Skills
- Business English
Internship (4-6 months)
- Practical experience in a hospitality or business setting
- Application of knowledge and skills acquired during the semester
- Development of professional networks
Assessment:
Assessment methods may include:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Assignments
- Projects
- Presentations
- Case studies
- Internship evaluations
Teaching:
- Experienced faculty with industry expertise
- Interactive lectures and discussions
- Practical exercises and simulations
- Guest speakers from the hospitality and business sectors
- Small class sizes for personalized attention
Careers:
Graduates of the Diploma in Business & Hospitality Management may pursue careers in various fields, including:
- Hotel management
- Restaurant management
- Event planning
- Tourism management
- Business administration
- Marketing
- Sales
- Human resources
