Business and Hotel Management School

Business and Hotel Management School

BHMS is located at Luzern of Switzerland.It is a member of the Bénédict Switzerland Group of schools and was founded in 1928.It is opened with the mission of providing higher education for adults with a desire to succeed. Benedict School comes under one of Switzerland's largest private educational organizations.Approximately about  700 students appear at BHMS to make their foundation in the hotel and hospitality industry. BHMS in collaboration with Robert Gordon University of Aberdeen, UK and City University of Seattle, USA, offers a Bachelor of Arts degree, an MBA/PGD diploma and an MBA degree and many more diplomas and masters program.BHMS will be the most profitable choice for you,if you wish to make your career at hospitality sector.The program of BHMS offers students an academic education together with vocational core competency training. This carries considerable value and prestige with employers worldwide. It can also benefit people looking to obtain the necessary specialized knowledge when considering opening their own business.

Reason To Enroll at BHMS

Ideal Location in the Heart of Luzern City

Easy accessibility of  BHMS makes it more prone for the students for connection.It is located at the heart of Luzern City which is a short distance from student residences and can be accessible from any other city. Living and studying in the heart of this unique city enable students to enjoy the urban qualities as well as the charm and exclusivity of Luzern.

Full Speed Bachelor of Arts Degree

Full Speed Bachelor of Arts Degree is a fastest course at BHMS (together with The Robert Gordon University) which is designed  without compromising its educational quality.The length of the course is of 18 months and the internship is of 18 month which is paid. A similar education in another Swiss hotel management school would require 24 months of study plus a 12 month internship period. This gives BHMS graduates an advantage of studying 6 months less while gaining 6 additional months of paid work experience in Switzerland.

Unique 5-Week Term System

BHMS has a unique implementation of semester system.Total semester is of 20 week and it is divided into 4 mini terms which is of 5 weeks each. This system enables students to focus on only 3 to 4 academic subjects at a time instead of the usual 8-10 subjects as in other Swiss hotel schools. This results BHMS students  to complete 12-14 academic subjects within a 6 month period without overloading them.

Guaranteed Internship & Graduate Placement

Industry training is an integral part of the study program of Hospitality program.In every academic year, students are required to carry out a 4-6 month industry training period in a hotel or a restaurant approved by BHMS. Due to the numerous connection of BHMS with international placement agencies students get prioritize across Europe,Asia and North America for job placement.


Diplomas & Masters at BHMS

Diploma Hospitality Management

Diploma in Hospitality is one-year program.The program is designed for those who completed their secondary education and are looking for a career in the hospitality or tourism industry. It aims to provide students with a broad understanding of the operational aspects of the international hotel industry and knowledge of the underlying principles involved. It comprises one study term of 20 weeks plus one period of 4-6 months paid industry training in Switzerland.

Aim of the Program

The BHMS Diploma in Hospitality Management program is designed for adults who are wishing to create a foundation in the international hotel and hospitality field and those who aspire to develop a management career in this hospitality industry.The program consist of both the academic and vocational core competency training. The students enrolled in this course become familiar with food service and production alongside a variety of academic disciplines, including foreign languages. Throughout the program, Swiss virtues, such as discipline, punctuality, ethics and hygiene are encouraged as they are highly valued throughout the world and count as much as academic and practical skills in ensuring a successful career.

Higher Diploma Hospitality Management

Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management is a two-year program that provides the knowledge needed to launch a career in the tourism and hospitality industry. Students get exposed to business management subjects that include accounting, sales and marketing as well as human resource management which aids for the further development of the students knowledge.This is an essential program for students who are looking for international placement.It comprises two study terms of 20 weeks each plus two periods of 4-6 months paid industry training in Switzerland.

BA Degree Hospitality Management

This program builds students proficiency to be developed as an academically qualified employee.The skills and ability to enter the working world is made easier with the program of BA Degree.Graduates may become accomplished managers, capable of working across a range of public and private enterprises including leisure facilities, hotels, theme parks, conferences, exhibitions and event management. The program uses a range of teaching methods to facilitate learning. Core knowledge is covered by lectures and tutorials, supported by guided reading and additional materials on the virtual campus module.The course is comprised of three study terms of 20 weeks each plus three periods of 4-6 months paid industry training in Switzerland.

BA Degree Global Manangement

The BA in Global Management program makes the students academically qualified and a set of skills that are attractive to potential employers are developed to make them sustain in international sales and marketing, finance and controlling, banking and human resources. Graduates create a way for becoming accomplished managers in areas such as operations management, supply chain management and administrator positions in government and NGOs. The program uses a range of teaching methods to facilitate learning and growing. Core knowledge is covered by lectures and tutorials, supported by guided reading and additional materials on the virtual campus Blackboard. This final year comprises a study term of 20 weeks plus 4-6 months paid industry placement in Switzerland or overseas.


Postgraduate Diploma PGD (1st year)Master in International Hospitality Business Management (2nd year)

Program Overview

The BHMS Postgraduate Diploma & Master Degree in International Hospitality Business Management program is designed for graduates with post-secondary education who are preparing  to accelerate their career development and are empowered to market themselves for higher paying jobs.An individual who wish to explore the markets and industry trends can apply in any of the following course.
Sport, Event & Marketing ManagementSpa, Beauty & Healthcare ManagementFashion, Design & Interior Decoration ManagementBranding, Luxury Products & Service Management
Master's program requires one or two internships of 4 to 6 months which pays a trainee’s gross monthly salary of CHF2’168.During the internship students’ performance, behavior and professional aattitude are assessed by employers 
Requirement for PG Diploma (first year):

• Completed an undergraduate degree or two years of post-secondary education

• 2 years of supervisory work experience

• English level 5.0 IELTS or equivalent

• 21 years of age

For Master Degree (second year):

• Completed BHMS PG Diploma or 3-4 years BA Degree

• 1-2 years of work experience

• English level 6.0 IELTS or equivalent

• 21 years of age

MBA in Hospitality ManagementMBA in Global/Business Management

MBA in Hospitality and Global/Business Management is a joint program between BHMS Switzerland and City University of Seattle, USA.This is a specifically designed for graduates holding Bachelor degrees in service or non-service specializations who aim to join the global tourism industry or the service sector.This course is of 18-24 months and comprises of two study blocks of 6 months each followed by a paid internship period of 6 months in Switzerland. During the internship periods, students should complete two practical business application courses online applying the knowledge they have gained in the courses prior to their internship.

Requirements For Diploma

• The minimum requirements for admission to both BHMS Diploma programs are:

• Minimum 18 years of age with successfully completed 12 year secondary education.

• English language skills at a level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 - 5.5 or equivalent.

• Hospitality orientation and good personality.

Requirements for Bachelor Degree 

• Minimum 20 years of age with a successfully completed Higher Diploma (or equivalent).

• Students, whose mother tongue is other than English, must provide an IELTS 5.5 - 6.0 or equivalent certificate in order to receive an offer by the university.

Requirements for Master Degree

• Minimum entry age - 21 years.

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited university.

• Students whose mother tongue is other than English, must provide an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent certificate in order to receive a conditional offer by the university.

Contact Information

BHMSBaselstrasse 57 CH-6003 LuzernSwitzerlandTel: +41 41 248 70 70 Fax: + 41 41 248 70 04
admission@bhms.chRechtsform: AktiengesellschaftUID: CHE-116.092.557Handelsregister-Nummer: CH-100.3.791.995-3