Master of Science in Hospitality Business Leadership

Ideal for recent graduates, career starters and career changers, this Master’s offers an exceptionally detailed dive into the business of hospitality, together with essential leadership learning and real-world professional experience.

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Accreditations

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Course Summary

A complete hospitality leadership toolbox

Across two intensive academic semesters, this Master’s delivers the knowledge and skills to manage business, operations and people within the international hospitality industry.

With study options in Switzerland and the UK, and the choice of a professional internship or Business Research Project, you can tailor your program to match your preferred pathway.

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Study in London or Switzerland

Including the option of a semester in each country

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Internship or Business Research Project

Gain vital real-world experience

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Next start dates

Spring 2026 and Fall 2026

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Duration

1.5 years/3 semesters

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Credits

ECTS 90/US 45

Become a five-star hospitality leader

Across luxury hotels and retail, real estate and consulting

Field trip and company visits

Experience the world of premium hospitality close-up

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Personalized career support

Use our expertise and contacts to power your career

Tuition Fees & Admission Requirements

Course Structure

Recognizing the difference between ‘management’ and ‘leadership’ this Master’s devotes a semester to each, followed by a Business Research Project or internship with Applied Research Report.

Taught subjects include revenue and asset management, leadership across cultures and luxury brand management.

98% of students have 1 or more offers on graduation

6 internship offers per student on average

Optional 4 week program

Hospitality immersion program

If you do not have an academic or professional background in hospitality, this optional fast-track program will bring your working knowledge up to a level that allows you to hit the ground running once your Master’s begins.

4 weeks - optional

Semester 1

Hospitality Managerial Fundamentals

In this semester, you will be taught to think critically through key management subjects and business scenarios related to the hospitality industry.

Taught subjects include hospitality operations, services marketing, accounting and finance, revenue management and leadership. During your field trip, you will put your knowledge to the test in real hospitality settings.

Semester 2

Leadership Skills in Hospitality

In this semester you will be exposed to greater complexity, in order to develop the strategic thinking, organizational and people management skills required of senior leadership during volatile, uncertain and ambiguous situations.

Taught topics include sustainability, people management, business strategies and value creation, plus hospitality corporate finance.

Semester 3

Business Research Project or Internship

Choose the Business Research Project option and produce an independent research project demonstrating advanced research skills, planning and self-management abilities as well as agility in information handling.

Opt to undertake an internship and you will carry out a six-month work placement then write an Applied Research Report to examine your experience as a further contribution to your professional development.

Business field trip

Destination
Barcelona

Learn
Integrate theoretical and experiential education.

Network
Meet industry leaders grow your professional network.

Connect
Discover new trends in the industry and enrich your knowledge.

Every full-time Master’s program incorporates an immersive field trip, offering unique access to key industry players representative of your study topic. These bespoke, multi-day experiences have packed itineraries featuring company visits, presentations by senior executives, lunches and dinners at which you can experience the best of local gastronomy while getting to know fellow students in more relaxed circumstances. Destinations and program are subject to change.

Meet our program Alumni

Industry Sectors

A Glion education sets the foundation for success in hospitality and far beyond. Alumni go on to lead in luxury, finance, FMCG, and other global sectors. All statistics are an average from 2020-2023 graduates.

21%
Hospitality & TravelWorking in hospitality, tourism and F&B
61%
Luxury & BusinessWorking in luxury goods & services, agencies, events, banking and finance
18%
Other Careers & Emerging FieldsWorking in other industries

Frequently asked questions

Which country is best for masters in hospitality?

There are a number of countries renowned for their hospitality education excellence, chiefly Switzerland, France, the UK, and the US. Switzerland is known as the home of hospitality, with a practical learning model that sits at the core of the leading programs, including all of those at Glion.
When it comes to the student experience, Switzerland’s location at the center of Europe also makes it a great base from which to explore a continent of cultures, making travel and diverse internship options an integral part of the learning journey. Aside from Switzerland, London frequently tops the rankings as the best city in the world for foreign students.

Should I do a masters in hospitality management?

It all depends on your career aspirations. If you want a leadership career in hospitality working with the very best brands and being able to choose from international job opportunities, then a masters in hospitality management is a prerequisite.

At the very best hospitality schools, a masters in hospitality management not only shares knowledge, it delivers a transformative experience encompassing real-world experience, leadership opportunities, multicultural exposure, and the ability to build and nurture a global, powerful network. This is what you can expect from the Glion Masters in Hospitality Business Leadership.

Which master degree is best for hotel management?

The very best hotel managers do more than manage a property, they lead diverse teams and get the best out of them, attract the best talent, drive new business, plan for the long term, and understand trends. They’re also across revenue and marketing and can converse comfortably with colleagues, clients, and the C-suite.

To acquire a working competence in all of these skills, you need a masters that focuses on hospitality business, enabling you to gain the expertise and self-confidence to head straight into a management-level role after graduation. By choosing the right degree and getting that first management position, you can fast-track your career to General Manager, or wherever you want your journey to take you.

What is a masters in hospitality management?

A masters in hospitality management is a postgraduate program that positions you for a management-level role in hospitality immediately after graduation. At the very best schools, it will teach you the fundamentals of excellent management, as well as the various competencies you’ll need to lead successfully.

These skills are all business-oriented, such as operations, revenue, marketing, business strategy, team leadership, and sustainability. As well as this, programs such as our own Masters in Hospitality Business Leadership immerse you in a multicultural environment and the real world of work, equipping you with fluency and confidence that will set you apart in interviews.

Is a Masters in hospitality worth it?

This depends on your own passion for a career in hospitality, and the specific program that you choose to invest in. To get the most out of any degree, you have to be all-in and willing to work hard to achieve the best result.

When you combine work ethic with a masters that equips you with business acumen, leadership expertise, multicultural exposure, and a global network of contacts, you have a degree, like our own Masters in Hospitality Business Leadership, that is very much worth the investment and will pay you back ten-fold as you continue to build your career.