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About Les Roches Global Hospitality Management Education

Founded in Switzerland in 1954, Les Roches is today the world’s No.2 ranked institution for Hospitality & Leisure Management education*. We offer undergraduate, graduate and executive education programs focused on hospitality, tourism, sports, events, private aviation, and other key sectors of the global experience economy.

We are officially accredited as a University of Applied Sciences Institute by the Swiss Accreditation Council, with our academic programs also carrying international accreditation by NECHE. 

Our campuses are located in Crans-Montana (Switzerland), Marbella (Spain) and Abu Dhabi (UAE), providing uniquely cosmopolitan environments for a culturally diverse student body in which more than 100 nationalities are represented.

We proudly follow the Swiss model of hospitality education, based on experiential, hands-on learning backed by real-world professional exposure. This is especially true of our two Bachelor’s degrees – the BSc in Global Hospitality Management and the BSc in Sports Business Management – which both feature three semesters of work experience alongside five semesters of practical and academic learning.

Through this career-centric approach, our employment rate for job-seeking graduates currently stands at an exceptional 98%, with members of our 16,000 strong alumni community holding senior positions – or successfully engaged in entrepreneurship – across every region of the world.

Les Roches is more than a school, it’s a Way of Life!

For more information visit our website, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram (Switzerland), Instagram (Spain), Instagram (Abu Dhabi), and LinkedIn.

 *QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025

About Les Roches Global Hospitality Management Education

Founded in Switzerland in 1954, Les Roches is today the world’s No.2 ranked institution for Hospitality & Leisure Management education*. We offer undergraduate, graduate and executive education programs focused on hospitality, tourism, sports, events, private aviation, and other key sectors of the global experience economy.

We are officially accredited as a University of Applied Sciences Institute by the Swiss Accreditation Council, with our academic programs also carrying international accreditation by NECHE. 

Our campuses are located in Crans-Montana (Switzerland), Marbella (Spain) and Abu Dhabi (UAE), providing uniquely cosmopolitan environments for a culturally diverse student body in which more than 100 nationalities are represented.

We proudly follow the Swiss model of hospitality education, based on experiential, hands-on learning backed by real-world professional exposure. This is especially true of our two Bachelor’s degrees – the BSc in Global Hospitality Management and the BSc in Sports Business Management – which both feature three semesters of work experience alongside five semesters of practical and academic learning.

Through this career-centric approach, our employment rate for job-seeking graduates currently stands at an exceptional 98%, with members of our 16,000 strong alumni community holding senior positions – or successfully engaged in entrepreneurship – across every region of the world.

Les Roches is more than a school, it’s a Way of Life!

For more information visit our website, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram (Switzerland), Instagram (Spain), Instagram (Abu Dhabi), and LinkedIn.

 *QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025

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General

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2.5+

LRCM

Nestled in the beautiful Swiss Alps, close to the world-famous ski resort of Crans-Montana, our flagship campus blends tradition with cutting-edge innovation.

Les Roches Crans-Montana is a state-of-the-art hospitality education environment. Students live in chalet-style residences, all within strolling distance of campus. The refurbished communal space offers a warm environment to catch up with friends, study or work on group projects. 

You can fully immerse yourself in our practical learning facilities, which include working kitchens and bars, plus a rooms division demonstration area.

Modern teaching environments support your academic studies. You can also take your entrepreneurial skills to the next level in our Innovation Spaces, VR Room, and digital media studio.

The campus has its own food outlets and a bar, offering a wide range of healthy meals and delicious drinks.

Keeping fit on campus is easy, too, with access to sports courts and our renovated fitness center. 

LRM 

As a world-famous luxury resort, Marbella is a living hospitality classroom. Our campus is a sun-kissed, hi-tech learning environment bursting with Mediterranean flair. 

Les Roches Marbella features four professional training kitchens, plus a demonstration bar, front office, housekeeping office, and hotel room.

Academic facilities include Apple technology-equipped classroom, Mac Lab, plus a 158-capacity auditorium with real time connectivity to Les Roches Crans-Montana.

The professionally-staffed school library contains more than 6,000 books and professional publications, while students can also access an online library featuring more than 135,000 eBooks, plus thousands more online publications and academic papers.

Good, healthy food is something we take very seriously at Les Roches Marbella. The campus has four restaurants, ranging from buffet-style to ‘a la carte’ dining.

In addition, all our students have free access to the nearby Manolo Santana Racquets Club featuring tennis courts, gym and pool.

LRAD

The Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy brings Les Roches’ renowned hospitality education to the heart of a dynamic and rapidly growing city. Here, Emirati tradition and innovation blend seamlessly, creating an ideal environment for students to thrive.

The Academy’s state-of-the-art facilities are designed to meet the highest standards of hospitality education, enhancing the learning experience for students and effectively preparing them for real-world scenarios. 

Positioned at the heart of the school, the cafeteria serves a dual purpose, functioning not only as a dining space but also as a barista and mocktail lab.

The campus additionally incorporates a fully-equipped training kitchen, a comprehensive pastry lab, and a 30-seat demonstration lab, designed to accommodate students, professionals, and enthusiasts alike.

On the first floor is a hotel lab and demonstration room, complete with a training reception area.

Designed to an exceptional standard, and surrounded by sustainable architecture and green spaces, the campus delivers a competitive edge in the eco-conscious hospitality industry.


Student life

Les Roches Crans-Montana

The campus takes its name from the ski and golf resort of Crans-Montana, a renowned luxury destination that puts an exclusive resort experience on your doorstep. There you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained – including high-end food, culture, shopping and outdoor sports. Head down the mountain and you’ll discover the town of Sierre, with its mainline railway station.

Nestled in the French-speaking part of Valais, the campus is well connected to the rest of Europe by Switzerland’s famously efficient public transport system.

From skiing in winter to mountain biking in summer, you’ll never be short of outdoor activities.

There’s also plenty to do without ever leaving campus. Join a club. Take up a sport. Dive into something new. Wine, sustainability, arts, charity, culinary… you are sure to find ways to feed your passions at Les Roches. 


Les Roches Marbella

Throughout your time in Marbella you will have plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow students, take up hobbies and play your part in organizing student-led cultural, sports and leisure activities.

 Outdoor life is centered on the city’s beautiful sandy beaches, where you can swim, try a variety of water sports or simply enjoy a Mediterranean meal in any of the famous ‘chiringuitos’. 

Marbella also features many upscale boutiques, bars and nightclubs, while the Costa del Sol is home to world-class events, including sports championships, music concerts and traditional Andalusian fairs.  


Les Roches Abu Dhabi 

Consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in the world, Abu Dhabi provides a unique lifestyle that offers something for all tastes – from internationally acclaimed museums and sports events to cultural festivals and historic sites. The nearby Abu Dhabi desert, meanwhile, offers adventure within an hour’s drive. 

This brand-new, state-of-the-art campus is located in Zayed Sports City, which gives students ready access to an outstanding selection of sports, events and entertainment options. 


The Les Roches name is known and trusted the world over. We’re your unfair advantage in the job market. The biggest brands in hospitality and beyond come to us when they’re looking for fresh talent. 


An academic qualification from Les Roches is students’ opportunity to launch or accelerate a global career in the industry of their choosing – whether hospitality or one of the many other sectors where empathy, creativity, leadership and intercultural fluency are prized by employers. It’s the blend of hard and soft skills they’ll develop with us that makes a Les Roches graduate so employable. It’s why, for example, that 98% of our job-seeking graduates leave us with at least one job offer in their pocket.


Tuition fees

Overall Tuition Fees
Domestic
30,850 CHF
International
30,850 CHF

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

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Employability

The Les Roches name is known and trusted the world over. We’re your unfair advantage in the job market. The biggest brands in hospitality and beyond come to us when they’re looking for fresh talent. 


An academic qualification from Les Roches is students’ opportunity to launch or accelerate a global career in the industry of their choosing – whether hospitality or one of the many other sectors where empathy, creativity, leadership and intercultural fluency are prized by employers. It’s the blend of hard and soft skills they’ll develop with us that makes a Les Roches graduate so employable. It’s why, for example, that 98% of our job-seeking graduates leave us with at least one job offer in their pocket.


Rankings & Ratings

Les Roches Global Hospitality Management Education is one of the top universities in Crans-Montana, Switzerland. It is ranked #2 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2025.

QS WUR Ranking By Subject

  • 2020
    #3
  • 2021
    #4
  • 2022
    #5
  • 2023
    #4
  • 2024
    #5
  • 2025
    #2

QS WUR Ranking By Subject

  • 2020
    #3
  • 2021
    #4
  • 2022
    #5
  • 2023
    #4
  • 2024
    #5
  • 2025
    #2

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