Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS)
International Students
90%
Global Ranking
#4
Tuition
Varies by program
About Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS)
Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS) is a private hospitality management institution located in Caux (Montreux) and Leysin, Switzerland, operating as part of Swiss Education Group. Ranked Top 4 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings for Hospitality and Leisure Management, SHMS offers hands-on programs combining traditional Swiss hospitality with modern technology. Programs include a Professional Bachelor (Swiss Advanced Federal Diploma), Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, Master of Science, MBA Global, and postgraduate diplomas, all emphasizing practical training and guaranteed internships. Degrees at Bachelor and Master level are awarded in partnership with the University of Derby, UK. The Advanced Federal Diploma is recognized by the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research, and Innovation (SERI). SHMS was the first hospitality school in the world to receive Apple Distinguished School recognition.
Institution profile
- Short name
- SHMS
- Ownership
- private
- Institution type
- Specialist Institution
- Global ranking
- #4
- Ranking year
- 2026
- Graduate employment
- 90%
- Visa support
- Available
Should you apply?
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Scholarships available
Funding opportunities exist for international students
English requirements defined
Undergraduate programs: IELTS Academic 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 46 or equivalent. Master programs (MA, MSc, Online MA): IELTS Academic 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. MBA Global: IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each component) or TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. English Foundation Program available for students who do not meet the required level.
Highly international campus
90% international students — diverse environment
Admissions
- Language req.
- Undergraduate programs: IELTS Academic 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 46 or equivalent. Master programs (MA, MSc, Online MA): IELTS Academic 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. MBA Global: IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each component) or TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. English Foundation Program available for students who do not meet the required level.
- Application deadlines
- Vary by program and intake
Academics
- Total students
- 700
- Language
- English
- Degrees
- Bachelor, Master
Cost & support
- Tuition
- Varies by program
- Scholarships
- Available
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Tuition & living costs
Tuition: Varies by program
See individual programs for official fees and student categories.
About
Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS) is a private hospitality management institution with campuses in Caux and Leysin, Switzerland. Ranked Top 4 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings for Hospitality and Leisure Management, SHMS offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and online programs in hospitality management and related fields. Part of Swiss Education Group.
Official resources
Contact admissions
- General contact
- +41 21 962 95 55
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Start your application on the university's official site.