63 years
of Excellence

About Glion

Founded in 1962, we are firmly established among the world’s finest education institutions specializing in hospitality and luxury management.

Our Reputation

We have long-standing relationships with many leading brands operating within the international hospitality, luxury, and events sectors.

Creating real-world exposure.

We offer applied business education, combining academic rigor, hands-on practical skills and professional internships – all with a focus on developing the soft skills that are a prerequisite in the modern global economy.

Exceptional Academic Standards

Our exceptional academic standards continue to be recognized across the industry.

In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Hospitality & Leisure Management, Glion is proudly ranked #3 worldwide.

We have also achieved #3 globally for Employer Reputation, reflecting the outstanding value and recognition of our graduates within the international hospitality and luxury sectors.

Explore our programs

Discover our diverse programs, from hospitality and luxury to finance and innovation. Find the perfect path to launch your career.

Bachelor’s Degrees

Focused on the hospitality and luxury sectors, blending practical and academic learning with professional experience.

Master’s Degrees

Suited to both recent graduates and career-changers, with a choice of programs embracing a variety of sectors and career paths.

Executive Master’s Degrees

Flexible study programs for ambitious executives who wish to acquire career-enhancing knowledge while continuing in their present role.

Executive Online Courses

A selection of highly specialized, Executive-level online short courses featuring live/on-demand classes and direct faculty interaction.

We add value to your career

Blending applied business education with bespoke career services, we produce accomplished graduates who are exceptionally employable across many sectors. That’s why 98% of our job-seeking students have one or more job offers upon graduation.

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Get to know our Swiss Campuses

The home of hospitality in the heart of Europe with breathtaking views and 5-star hospitality facilities

Glion’s Swiss campuses offer an unparalleled environment for hospitality education, combining academic excellence with breathtaking surroundings.

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Meet our faculty

Dr. Zabin Visram

Intercultural leadership – Associate Professor

Yves Dominic Lüthi

Fundraising and Financial Strategies

Dr. Stefano Battaglia

Human Behaviour in the Workplace

Sidi Mohamed Beldjilali

IT and Geopolitics

Sandra Chocarro

Spanish Language

Pascal Christian

IT Business Tools

Paola Waschbusch

Luxury Hospitality Consultant

Michelle Wells

Hospitality and Events Operations and IT

Maurane Fauster

French Language

Mathilde Chevallier

Head of Languages

John Kawalek

Visiting Faculty - Digital Transformation and Data Analytics

Jean-Marc Levrat

Senior Visiting Lecturer

Jean-Christophe Barth-Coullaré

Sales & Contract Negotiation and Protecting your Brand & your Business

Glenn Carroll

People Management in a Global Environment

Frederic Toitot

Visiting Faculty - Revenue Management and Pricing Strategy

Eric Mabilon

Advanced Hotel Operations

Ed Schofield

Business Development and Strategy

Dr. Bruno Levasseur

French

Christopher Rudolph

Food & Beverage Management and Value Delivery, Visiting Lecturer

Christiane Koncilja

Senior Lecturer - Economics for Hospitality and the Tourism Industry

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You will be taught by Senior Lecturers who have extensive experience of both hospitality and academia, owning Michelin-starred restaurants, teaching across the globe and occupying management positions in some of the world’s most successful organizations.

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Focused on creating real outcomes for our students.

Our statistics

In Glion, we accept students who exhibit a passion for the industry, leadership potential, personal drive, creativity and an international mindset.

98%

Graduate Employment RateStudent Success

3600+

Industry PartnersIndustry Connections

15:1

Student to Faculty RatioPersonalized & Tailored Education

100+

Nationalities on CampusCultural Diversity

13+

Student-Led Clubs & SocietiesExceptional Student Life

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Our Accreditations & Memberships

Our academic standards are  globally recognised.

New England Commission of Higher EducationNECHEView Swiss Accreditation Council SACView Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA)QAAView Accreditation The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of BusinessAACSBView The International Center for Academic IntegrityICAIView Association des Cliniques et des Écoles Internationales de la Riviera VaudoiseACEIRVView

Our Mission

We develop professionals for global careers in the world’s premier hospitality and luxury businesses.

Our governance enables possibility.

In accordance with our status as one of the world’s leading hospitality business schools, Glion has a well-established and highly effective governance structure.

Our vision is to be known worldwide for excellence as a higher education institution for hospitality and luxury business management.

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63 years of Excellence

We have long-standing relationships with many leading brands operating within the international hospitality, luxury, and events sectors.

Exceptional Academic Standards

Explore our programs

We add value to your career

Get to know our Swiss Campuses

Meet our faculty

Focused on creating real outcomes for our students.

Our academic standards are globally recognised.

We develop professionals for global careers in the world’s premier hospitality and luxury businesses.

63 years of Excellence

We have long-standing relationships with many leading brands operating within the international hospitality, luxury, and events sectors.

Exceptional Academic Standards

Explore our programs

We add value to your career

Get to know our Swiss Campuses

Meet our faculty

Focused on creating real outcomes for our students.

Our academic standards are globally recognised.

We develop professionals for global careers in the world’s premier hospitality and luxury businesses.

63 years
of Excellence

Exceptional Academic Standards

Our academic standards are  globally recognised.

63 years
of Excellence

Exceptional Academic Standards

Our academic standards are  globally recognised.