University Profiles
American Institute of Applied Sciences
The American Institute of Applied Sciences in La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland, offers a unique blend of American-style education and European opportunities. Established in 1984, it is known for career-focused, practical learning with industry-oriented programmes in business management, hospitality, and applied sciences. For the September 2026 intake, international students can benefit from hands-on training and professional skills development that prepare them for global careers. Located in a scenic Swiss town near Lake Geneva, you'll gain access to a thriving hospitality and business hub. The institute's strong industry connections help ensure strong career prospects upon graduation.
Business & Hotel Management School
For the September 2026 intake, Business & Hotel Management School in Lucerne, Switzerland, offers a gateway to global careers in hospitality and business. Established in 1986, this private school is renowned for its practical, career-focused programs in hotel management, global business, and culinary arts. Located in the heart of Europe, students benefit from strong industry connections and leadership training that prepare them for immediate success. Whether you aim for hotel operations or international management, this school provides the skills and network to launch your career.
Cesar Ritz Colleges
Cesar Ritz Colleges, established in 1982 in Montreux, Switzerland, is a premier private hospitality and business school renowned for hotel management and luxury hospitality training. With strong global industry connections, the college offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in hospitality and business management, emphasizing practical training and leadership skills. For the September 2026 intake, international students can benefit from a prime Swiss location and excellent global career prospects in the hospitality industry, ensuring a fast track to professional success.
Culinary Arts Academy
Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland, located in Le Bouveret since 1984, is a top choice for international students seeking professional chef training and hospitality education. Known for its hands-on culinary programmes, the academy offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in culinary arts, pastry and chocolate arts, and food business management. With modern kitchen facilities and strong industry links, graduates enjoy excellent career prospects in global hospitality. Apply now for the September 2026 intake to fast-track your culinary career in Switzerland.
EU Business School Geneva
EU Business School Geneva, established in 1973, offers a premier business education in the heart of Switzerland, a global hub for diplomacy and finance. With a strong focus on entrepreneurship and innovation, the school provides bachelor's, master's, MBA, and DBA programs taught entirely in English. For the September 2026 intake, international students can benefit from Geneva's multicultural environment and proximity to international organizations, enhancing career prospects in business and management. As part of the OMNES Education Group since 2022, EU Business School ensures a dynamic learning experience that prepares graduates for leadership roles worldwide.
Geneva Business School, Geneva
Geneva Business School in Geneva, Switzerland, offers a dynamic environment for international students targeting the September 2026 intake. Established in 1987, the university is renowned for its strong focus on international business, finance, and entrepreneurship, leveraging Geneva's status as a global hub for diplomacy and banking. Students benefit from small class sizes, personalized mentorship, and strong industry connections, enhancing career prospects in multinational corporations, finance, and consulting. With a diverse student body and a prime location in the heart of Europe, Geneva Business School provides a strategic launchpad for ambitious students seeking global career opportunities.
GLION Institute of Higher Education
Glion Institute of Higher Education, established in 1962 in Montreux, Switzerland, is a premier private hospitality management school with campuses in Switzerland and the UK. Known for its rigorous academic programs and strong industry connections, Glion offers international students a unique blend of Swiss excellence and global career opportunities. Located in a stunning lakeside setting, students gain practical experience and networking prospects in the heart of Europe. For the September 2026 intake, Glion prepares graduates for leadership roles in hospitality, ensuring high employability and a competitive edge in the global job market.
Hotel & Tourism Management Institute Switzerland
Established in 1986, HTMi, Hotel and Tourism Management Institute Switzerland, offers a dynamic global education in Lucerne. Known for its hands-on hospitality management programs, the institute hosts over 200 students from 35+ nationalities each semester. With a focus on work placements alongside studies, HTMi prepares you for a thriving international career. Join the September 2026 intake to gain industry-ready skills in a stunning Swiss setting, ensuring strong career prospects in the world's leading hospitality sector.
Hotel Institute Montreux
Hotel Institute Montreux, founded in 1984 in the stunning Swiss Riviera, offers an education that blends hospitality with business. For the September 2026 intake, international students can pursue a Bachelor’s in Business Administration in Hospitality Management. Choose from specializations like Luxury Brand Management, Financial Analysis, or Human Capital Development. Located in Montreux, you benefit from Switzerland’s reputation for excellence and direct access to Europe’s top hotels. HIM’s strong industry connections and paid internships ensure you graduate career-ready, with opportunities in hotels, luxury brands, and beyond.
International Hotel & Tourism Training Institute
Located in the stunning lakeside city of Montreux, Switzerland, the International Hotel & Tourism Training Institute (IHTTI) is a premier destination for international students seeking a dynamic career in hospitality and design management. Founded in 1986 as one of Switzerland's first English-speaking hotel management schools, IHTTI blends Swiss excellence with creative innovation. For the September 2026 intake, students benefit from hands-on learning in a global tourism hub, gaining access to top-tier internships and strong industry connections. Graduates emerge ready for leadership roles in luxury hotels, resorts, and event management worldwide.
International Management Institute
IMI International Management Institute in Kastanienbaum, Switzerland, offers a highly personalised hospitality education for the September 2026 intake. With a maximum of 200 students per semester, you'll benefit from small class sizes and individual attention. The curriculum integrates paid internships in Switzerland or abroad, giving you real-world experience. Located on Lake Lucerne, the campus provides a serene yet connected study environment. Graduates emerge with strong industry connections and practical skills, ready for leadership roles in global hospitality management.
International University in Geneva
The International Institute in Geneva (IIG) -- formerly known as International University in Geneva - IUN or IUG), founded in 1997, is a private business school in Geneva, Switzerland. The business school is located in the International Centre Cointrin, next to Geneva Airport.
Les Roches
Les Roches, founded in 1954 in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, is a world-leading private hospitality school owned by Eurazeo. Known for its immersive, hands-on approach, it offers undergraduate, graduate, and MBA programs in hospitality management. With campuses in Switzerland and Spain, students benefit from a global network and strong industry connections. The September 2026 intake provides international students a fast-track to careers in luxury hospitality, hotel management, and tourism. Located in the scenic Valais region, Les Roches combines academic excellence with real-world experience, ensuring graduates are highly sought after by top employers worldwide.
Swiss Hotel Management School
Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS), located in Leysin and Montreux, Switzerland, is a premier private institution renowned for its excellence in hospitality management. Founded in 1986, SHMS offers a range of programs including a Bachelor of Hospitality Management, master's degrees, postgraduate diplomas, and an online Executive Master of Hospitality Management. Ranked in the top 3 globally by QS World University Rankings in 2022, SHMS provides international students with exceptional career prospects in the hotel and hospitality industries. Apply now for the September 2026 intake to launch your global career.