IMI Switzerland - BA Degree - Hospitality Management

This BA (Hons) degree, offered in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University, cultivates professional development for those targeting careers within the international hospitality and business sectors.

Students benefit from a multicultural learning environment and have the opportunity to apply the theoretical concepts gained in real-world settings during the paid professional placement semesters. Perfect for those looking to enhance their understanding of business and management tools.

Degree Structure

This 2.5 year degree programme is completed at IMI's picturesque, lakeside campus in the heart of Switzerland. As part of this degree, students undertake 12 months of paid internship placements either here in Switzerland or globally.

Diploma Semester - 120 Credits

IMI Switzerland Hospitality Skills 22 weeks

Introducing you to hospitality business operations and services managment as well as the fundamentals of digital marketing, accounting and economics.

Units Studied

Academic Skills - 10 Credits

Introduction to Business and Services Management - 20 Credits

Business Accounting - 20 Credits

Principles of Entrepreneurship - 10 Credits

Hospitality Business Operations - 30 Credits

The Digital Consumer - 10 Credits

Introductory Economics - 10 Credits

The Tourism Business - 10 Credits

Professional Placement Internship I

imi_switzerland_paid_internships 22 weeks

Your first internship, organised for you by our Careers team, can be undertaken in Switzerland or abroad. The aim is to reinforce the theoretical knowledge gained during your study semester through practical engagement and first-hand industry experience.

Min. monthly salary for Swiss hospitality internships: 2,359 CHF

Higher Diploma Semester - 120 Credits

IMI Switzerland MSc Degree-1 22 weeks

Developing the fundamental management operational skills studied in the first semester and introducing concepts of financial performance analysis, talent management and event design.

Units Studied

Talent Management and Development - 20 Credits

Consumer Behavior and Market Research - 20 Credits

Financial Performance Analysis and Revenue Control - 20 Credits

Project Management for Business - 20 Credits

Tourism in the Digital Age - 20 Credits

Event Design and Production - 10 Credits

Hospitality and Tourism Across Cultures - 10 Credits

Professional Placement Internship II

imi_switzerland_professional_internship_placement_02 22 weeks

Your second internship aims to build upon both your first placement and your study semesters. Our Careers team will connect you with global brands to enhance your skill-set and expand your professional network.

Min. monthly salary for Swiss hospitality internships: 2,359 CHF

BA (Hons) Semester - 120 Credits

imi_switzerland_business_management_degree 22 weeks

The final study semester of the Bachelor's degree offers a more in-depth study of the hospitality management concepts studied so far, as well as allowing for a specialist study focus through the student's chosen research project.

Units Studied

Research Project - 30 Credits

Digital Marketing Strategies - 20 Credits

International Marketing Management - 20 Credits

Applied Research - 10 Credits

Sustainable Tourism Development and Planning - 20 Credits

Hospitality Concepts - 10 Credits

Strategic Event Planning and Management - 10 Credits

The programme fees are broken down by the three, 22-week semesters of study required to complete this degree. All fees are listed in Swiss Francs (CHF).

	Reg. Fee*	Tuition Fee	Room Fee**	Meals Fee	TOTAL
Diploma (Year 1)	3,300	25,000	3,000	2,950	34,250
Higher Diploma (Year 2)	3,000	25,000	3,000	2,950	33,950
BA (Hons) (Year 3)	3,000	25,000	3,000	2,950	33,950
		DEGREE TOTAL:		102,150 CHF
* The Registration Fee reduces to 3,000 CHF for returning students. ** The Room Fee is based on a standard twin room.

What's covered by the Fees?

Our fees are all-inclusive, covering the costs of study and living in Switzerland.

- Registration costs and residence permit
- Mandatory health insurance and federal taxes
- All class materials and handouts
- Professional excursions and industry visits
- Career services and guaranteed placement opportunities
- Library resources (online and physical textbooks)
- Campus Wifi and on-site ICT support
- Gym and other campus recreational facilities
- Student counsellor support service

As part of your degree study, you will undertake a minimum of 12 months of internship placements. These paid internships are secured with the support of our Careers team and can be completed either here in Switzerland or globally.

At IMI, our Career service is personal!

We will find individual placement opportunities for each and every student, tailored to support their future career goals.

In addition to this, our regular, on-campus Career Days see some of the world's biggest hospitality brands visit us to recruit directly for exciting global placements and management trainee positions.