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Business and Hotel Management School
City Campus, Lucerne Switzerland
# 39QS WUR Ranking By Subject
3Undergraduate programs
3Postgraduate programs
5QS stars
About Business and Hotel Management School
Nestled in in the stunning city of Lucerne, in the heart of Switzerland, lies Business & Hotel Management School (BHMS) . The most visited city in Switzerland, Lucerne boasts a picturesque lake and mountain range that form a stunning backdrop to the city's vibrant atmosphere. Lucerne is in the German-speaking region of Switzerland, less than an hour away from Zurich International Airport and with direct train connections to Milan, Paris, and Frankfurt.
Offering a range of fast-track dual degree programs in hospitality, global business management, and culinary arts, BHMS partners with renowned universities such as Robert Gordon University for all BA programs and the MSc, and York St. John University for the MBA. With a unique combination of academics, hands-on learning, and paid internships, students graduate with a guaranteed job placement and equipped for a global career in diverse industries and sectors.
With a student body representing over 100 different nationalities, BHMS is committed to preparing students for success in a multicultural society, equipping them with the language skills and cultural knowledge they need to thrive in an international environment.
All programs are offered in English with additional language programs in German and French included in the tuition fees. These languages are vital for our students as they embark on internships in German or French-speaking cities in Switzerland, enabling them to fully immerse themselves in the local culture and business environment.
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About Business and Hotel Management School
Nestled in in the stunning city of Lucerne, in the heart of Switzerland, lies Business & Hotel Management School (BHMS) . The most visited city in Switzerland, Lucerne boasts a picturesque lake and mountain range that form a stunning backdrop to the city's vibrant atmosphere. Lucerne is in the German-speaking region of Switzerland, less than an hour away from Zurich International Airport and with direct train connections to Milan, Paris, and Frankfurt.
Offering a range of fast-track dual degree programs in hospitality, global business management, and culinary arts, BHMS partners with renowned universities such as Robert Gordon University for all BA programs and the MSc, and York St. John University for the MBA. With a unique combination of academics, hands-on learning, and paid internships, students graduate with a guaranteed job placement and equipped for a global career in diverse industries and sectors.
With a student body representing over 100 different nationalities, BHMS is committed to preparing students for success in a multicultural society, equipping them with the language skills and cultural knowledge they need to thrive in an international environment.
All programs are offered in English with additional language programs in German and French included in the tuition fees. These languages are vital for our students as they embark on internships in German or French-speaking cities in Switzerland, enabling them to fully immerse themselves in the local culture and business environment.
Follow BHMS: Facebook; YouTube; Instagram; TikTok; Twitter; LinkedIn.
Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
MBA
Business & Hotel Management School offers undergraduate programmes in three main specialisations: Hospitality Management; Business Management; Culinary Arts
All undergraduate degrees are offered jointly with Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen.
Undegraduate students will undertake three paid internships in Switzerland for all BA degree programmes.
Through the internship, students recover almost 30 percent of their annual tuition.
The usual undergraduate entry requirements at BHMS are:
The average tuition fees for international students at undergraduate level at BHMS is CHF25,000 per year.
Funding and scholarships are only available for Swiss students.
International students can apply for undergraduate programmes directly through BHMS’s website or through a local agent in their home country.
Business Management (3)
BA in Global Business Management
Culinary Art (3)
BA in Culinary Arts
Hospitality Management (3)
BA in Hospitality Management
Business & Hotel Management School offers postgraduate programmes in three main specialisations: Hospitality Management; Business Management; Culinary Arts
BHMS offers the following postgraduate courses:
All M.Sc. degrees are offered jointly with the Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen.
The MBA degree is offered jointly with York St. John University (MBA specialisations are offered by BHMS).
The usual postgraduate entry requirements at BHMS are as follows:
M.Sc. entry requirements
MBA entry requirements
Graduate Certificate entry requirements:
Postgraduate Diploma entry requirements:
The average tuition fees for international students at postgraduate level are as follows:
Special funding and scholarships are only available for Swiss students at postgraduate level.
International students can apply directly through BHMS’s website or through a local agent in their home country.
Hospitality Management (1)
M.Sc. in Global Business Management
M.Sc. in International Hospitality Business Management
Full-Time MBA (1)
MBA
University information
The admissions criteria for prospective students are:
Bachelor’s programmes:
Master’s programmes:
Students can apply directly through BHMS’s website or through a representative in their home country.
TUITION FEE AND SCHOLARSHIPS
The average annual tuition for international undergraduate students is CHF 25,000 per year. An overview of tuition and all related fees (accommodation, meals, operating expenses) for each program can be found on the website.
BHMS offers partial tuition assistance (10-20 percent of tuition reduction) to eligible students based on academic merit, professional experience, and language abilities. Tuition assistance is limited in number and allocated on first come, first serve basis.
Master
Business & Hotel Management School’s campus is situated in the most popular tourist city in Switzerland: Lucerne.
BHMS offers the following faculties, campuses, and facilities:
The university boasts small classes with a maximum of 20 students in first- and second-year BA degrees, as well as in postgraduate diploma programmes.
Students can enjoy BHMS’s all-inclusive annual fee structure which includes tuition, accommodation, meal plans, health insurance, books, fieldtrips and more.
BHMS offers students the following support systems:
Student life
97 percent of Business & Hotel Management School’s student population is international with over 100 nationalities represented.
There are a number of extracurricular activities that are popular with BHMS students including:
BHMS offers single studio accommodation both on and off campus but over 90 percent of BHMS students live on campus. BHMS is the only campus in Switzerland that offers cooking facilities in student accommodation.
90 percent of BHMS graduates find a job within six months of graduation.
BHMS offers over 20 “International Career Days” annually where recruiters meet with BHMS ready to graduate and sign contracts with them on the spot, securing them a job immediately upon graduation.
Over 60 percent of graduating students receive jobs through BHMS career days
BHMS has the “BHMS Graduway” which maintains a comprehensive alumni network and platform to connect BHMS graduates and also offer them job opportunities. The network also boasts various geographic and specialisation groups.
The platform’s “Find Mentors’ section links graduates together by connecting them with one another regarding operations, administration, marketing, business development and sales.
Learn more about alumni possibilities here.
Tuition fee and scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
Business and Hotel Management School is one of the top universities in Lucerne, Switzerland. It is ranked #39 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2023.
QS WUR Ranking By Subject
World University Rankings - Masters In Management
QS WUR Ranking By Subject
Business and Hotel Management School
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FAQs
BHMS offers partial tuition assistance (10-20 percent of tuition reduction) to eligible students based on academic merit, professional experience, and language abilities. Tuition assistance is limited in number and allocated on first come, first serve basis.