Bachelor of International Business
in Hotel and Tourism Management
Programme Orientation

During the first year at Institut Hôtelier «César Ritz» in Bouveret, students will gain a sound knowledge of hotel operations with practical hands-on training. Years two and three will be completed at the University Centre «César Ritz» in Brig with a choice of electives from different trends in the hospitality and tourism industry and corporate oriented business courses.





Admission criteria

Applicants need a high school diploma (12 years of education) and an English language proficiency of TOEFL 500, IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. Applicants with advanced school leaving certificates (Abitur, International Baccalaureate, British ‘A’ Levels, Swiss Matura etc.) may receive transfer credits for compatible subjects to reduce the overall duration of the degree. Applicants who have attended other university programmes or recognised hotel schools may apply to transfer their credits. All applications will be considered on an individual basis.
Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, students of the Bachelor degree will be able to work independently, be capable of solving problems in the workplace and apply the knowledge gained throughout their studies. Additionally, they will demonstrate respect for others by working well within teams and be effective in communication. With compulsory internships during their studies, students can expect to be eligible for a management training programme when they graduate.



Electives

• Tourism Trends and Innovations
• Gaming and Casino Management
• Convention and Event Management
• Resort and Leisure Management
• Senior Living and Retirement Markets
• Advanced Travel Technology
• Information Technology and e-Commerce
• Introduction to Gastronomy
• Wellness and Spa Management
• Crisis Management

Electives may vary each term and are subject to
availability.
Scholarships

Scholarships for the final three terms of the Bachelor of International Business in Hotel and Tourism
Management are available for students who have completed a minimum of three full terms of study
with «César Ritz» Colleges Switzerland prior to the award of the Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel and
Tourism Management. An above-average CGPA is also required.

CGPA after 3 terms of study
Scholarship per term
after 4+ terms of study
Scholarship per term
2.50 - 2.99 CHF 500.- CHF 750.-
3.00 - 3.49 CHF 1000.- CHF 1500.-
3.50 - 4.00 CHF 1500.- CHF 2000.-

The award of a scholarship is subject to the rules and regulations of University Centre «César Ritz».


Institut Hôtelier «César Ritz»

Year 1
Term 1 / 11 weeks

Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism Mgmt.
Business Software Appl.
Communication
• Business English
Language 1 (Eng/Fre/Ger/Spa)

Term 2 / 11 weeks
Food Service Studies & Operations
Culinary Studies
Beverage Studies
Business Mathematics
Language 2 (Eng/Fre/Ger/Spa)

Term 3 / 11 weeks
Rooms Division Operations
Principles of Marketing
Accounting
• Intercultural Studies
Language 3 (Eng/Fre/Ger/Spa)


6 months paid Internship


University Centre «César Ritz»

Year 2
Term 4 / 11 weeks

Global Tourism
Food & Beverage Management
Communication & Composition
Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources Mgmt
• Intermediate Accounting

Term 5 / 11 weeks
Rooms Division Management
Marketing Communication
• Law
• Leadership & Personal Effectiveness

Elective

Electives Years 2 & 3
Gaming & Casino Mgmt
Convention & Event Mgmt
Information Technology & e-Commerce
Wellness & Spa Mgmt
Crisis Managemant

6 months paid Internship


University Centre «César Ritz»

Year 3
Term 6 / 11 weeks

Tourism Trends
Statistics
Business Environment
Management Information Systems
Elective

Term 7 / 11 weeks
Revenue & Yield Management
Business Research
Strategic Marketing
• Finance
Elective


Term 8 / 11 weeks
Strategic Management
Negotiation, Mediation & Conflict Resolution
Industry Project



6 months paid Internship

Certificate
in Hotel and Restaurant Operations
Electives may vary each term and are subject to availability
Bachelor of International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management
Operating Account
(Swiss Francs)
CHF 3,000
Books, Uniforms
Medical & Accident insurance

Programme Costs (Swiss Francs)
CHF 13,500/Term (1 to 3)
Tuition, internet access
Accommodation in standard room
Full board (Monday to Sunday)
Residence permit and residency taxes

Not Included: Laptop
(optional; may be purchased on campus)


Download
Bachelor of International Business
Operating Account
(Swiss Francs)
Re-stocking required
Books,
Medical & Accident insurance

Programme Costs (Swiss Francs)
CHF 13,900/Term (4 to 5)
Tuition, internet access
Accommodation in standard double room
Lunch and Dinner (Monday to Friday)
Residence permit and residency taxes

Not Included: Laptop (compulsory; may
be purchased on campus)
Operating Account
(Swiss Francs)
Re-stocking required
Books,
Medical & Accident insurance
Please refer to page 18 of this guide for information about the Operating Account.

Programme Costs (Swiss Francs)
CHF 13,900/Term (6 to 8)
Tuition, internet access
Accommodation in standard double room
Lunch and Dinner (Monday to Friday)
Residence permit and residency taxes

Not Included: Laptop (compulsory;
may be purchased on campus)