Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS)
Montreux, Switzerland
Quick facts
- World rank
- #4
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 700
- International students
- 90%
- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- —
Overview
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.
Fields of study
- Hospitality Management
- Hotel Management
- Event Management
- Luxury Brand Management
- Business Administration
- Wellness
- Real Estate
Accreditation: University of Derby (UK); Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI); EduQua; Apple Distinguished School; COBIS; Chartered Society of Designers; Swiss Federation of Private Schools
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- January 2027, February 2027, May 2027, June 2027, July 2027, August 2027, September 2027, November 2027, February 2028
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees are published on the interactive fees page on the SHMS admissions website. Application fee: CHF 150. Confirmation fee: CHF 3,000 (applied toward first term fees). Study abroad program: CHF 14,000 per 6 weeks (includes accommodation, meals, tuition, health insurance, and facilities). Swiss nationals receive a 30% tuition discount; C-permit holders 20%; B-permit holders 15% upon government approval. AES Grant of up to CHF 25,000 available for eligible students. All fees are in CHF.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma to Master of Advanced Studies in Business (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | September 2027, November 2027, February 2028 |
| Professional Bachelor in Hospitality Management (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | February 2027, September 2027 |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.