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Hotel and Catering Diploma

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    Student : International

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    Campus: Geneva

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    Duration: 3 years - full-time

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    Internships: 3 internships of 6 months each

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    Next school year: October 2025

Excellence for your career

Hotel Management Training

Our pedagogical concept is based on a perfect balance between skills and knowledge, combining practical and theoretical experience with an emphasis on innovation. We provide our students with the keys to a successful career, preparing them for the needs of current and future employers.

Thanks to our many partnerships, including with the prestigious Restaurant Vieux-Bois and the Geneva Marriott Hotel, our students put theory into practice. In addition, they are required to complete three internships during their studies, gaining valuable professional experience. This approach ensures that our graduates are highly sought-after on the job market, ready to meet employers’ demands and shape the future of the hospitality industry.

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The generalist curriculum

Academic structure

  • Student

    Switzerland / International

  • Campus

    On campus in Geneva, Switzerland

  • Duration

    3 years full-time

  • Courses

    Including 3 paid 6-month internships

  • Next school year

    February / September

  • Level of education required

    Level: Maturité, Baccalauréat, CFC, Secondary school diploma or equivalent, Without diploma: 3 years' professional experience, including one year in the hotel and/or restaurant industry.

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The perfect balance of theory and practice

Academic structure

Semester 1 Practical and Theoretical Foundations of Hotel Management

Start your career in the hotel industry with a solid foundation combining theory and practice

This module combines general culture, business management and exploration of the complex world of catering and hospitality.
All the theoretical knowledge acquired (regulations, menu planning, equipment and materials, knowledge of food and beverage pairing, service and sales techniques, reception, reservations, housekeeping, etc.) will be applied to the practical aspects of the course.

At the same time, you’ll benefit from practical training at the Restaurant Vieux-Bois and at our partner, the Geneva Marriott Hotel, where you’ll gain valuable experience with real customers. This unique combination paves the way for your future professional experience and career in the hospitality industry.

Semester 2 Internship I in Switzerland 5-6 months

Immerse yourself in the real world of hospitality with a paid internship in Switzerland. With the support of our dedicated internship office and exclusive student platform, you’ll find opportunities with top companies. Take part in our biannual recruitment forum where over 50 leading companies come to recruit our students. This hands-on experience is crucial to developing professional skills and building industry connections, making you a sought-after candidate as soon as you graduate.

Semester 3 Advanced Hotel Management and Event Planning

Acquire knowledge of hotel and restaurant management and business planning, learn how to manage the business and control its development.

Broaden your skills with advanced theoretical studies in hotel management. This semester covers all administrative subjects, from theory (accounting, Swiss law, political economy) to operating and control techniques in hotel reception and catering. You’ll also organize visits, conferences and events, while enhancing your general knowledge and language skills (English and German). In addition, you’ll be asked to organize a gala dinner or event, putting your project management and event organization skills into practice. Prepare for leadership roles by strengthening your analytical and managerial skills.

Semester 4 Internship II: Swiss or International 5-6 months

Continue building your professional experience with a second paid internship, in Switzerland or abroad. Take on more advanced roles such as operational assistant manager or administrative assistant. Our internship office provides personalized advice to help you land the ideal position, enabling you to deepen your practical knowledge and strengthen your presence in the hospitality industry.

Semester 5 Management, Strategic Planning and Diploma Work

Develop the global vision and techniques needed to ensure the economic, commercial and social success of a company.

Develop your strategic thinking and business acumen during this crucial academic semester. You’ll learn how to master management tools and apply them to the hospitality industry. Courses are clearly management-oriented, covering areas such as human resources management, marketing, communication, financial management and technical aspects. You’ll also take part in an entrepreneurial bootcamp, where you’ll present your project to a panel of professionals. In addition, you’ll work on a real-life case study that you’ll have to defend in front of experts, constituting your diploma paper. This comprehensive approach prepares you for high-level management positions and entrepreneurial initiatives.

Semester 6 Internship III: Switzerland or International 5-6 months

End your studies with a final paid work placement, in Switzerland or abroad. Focus on advanced operational or administrative roles, solidifying your practical experience and preparing you to enter the job market immediately. Graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in a variety of high-demand positions in the hospitality industry and beyond. With ongoing support from our internship office and access to our extensive network of industry partners, you’ll be well positioned to launch a successful career.

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Anna Grabner - Alumni Ecole Hôtelière de Genève
EHG offered me a rigorous academic environment, coupled with intensive practical training, which enabled me to acquire essential management and leadership skills.
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I think that, as well as being a prestigious school, focused on excellence and located in an exceptional location, it has that human dimension that makes it special.
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My internship in the Sales department was the most revealing of my professional and personal journey. I discovered a great interest in sales and human contact.
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With over 110 years of teaching excellence , our human-scale school combines immersive hands-on training, international recognition and a personalized approach, shaping tomorrow’s leaders.

Hotel training in Switzerland

Switzerland is the cradle of the modern hotel industry, where the first hotel schools were founded, and the École Hôtelière de Genève (EHG) is an integral part of this tradition. With a worldwide reputation for excellence, Swiss hotel training is recognized as one of the best. Graduates of Swiss hotel schools, like those of the EHG, enjoy a wide range of career opportunities throughout the world.

The École Hôtelière de Genève draws on its solid relationships with the hotel industry to offer practical programs that are adapted to the needs of the sector and reflect the realities of the profession. Studying at EHG, a Swiss hotel school with an international reputation, gives you many advantages: your diploma will be respected and valued worldwide.

What’s more, you’ll join a valuable network, forging ties with some of the industry’s brightest alumni and peers, who will become your future colleagues and partners throughout your career.

Career opportunities

A diploma from the École Hôtelière de Genève is not limited to the hotel industry; it opens the door to many exciting management careers. Thanks to their highly valued transferable skills, our graduates are in demand not only in the hotel industry, but also in a variety of sectors such as finance, human resources and luxury goods. Their management expertise, sense of service and ability to excel in customer-focused environments enable them to flourish in key roles around the world.

Our alumni, present on five continents, embody diversity and ambition, each having sculpted a career path that reflects their personal aspirations. They hold management positions in renowned hotels, orchestrate prestigious events, or lead teams in leading companies. At the École Hôtelière de Genève, we prepare you not just for a career, but for a global professional adventure where every step is an opportunity for success.

Joining the École Hôtelière de Genève means choosing a future rich in possibilities, with a worldwide network of professionals ready to support you every step of the way. Your success starts here, with training that opens the doors to excellence and positions you at the forefront of constantly evolving professions.

A unique teaching concept

We’re a school on a human scale, where small class sizes allow for personalized attention to each student. Thanks to this approach, we’re able to get to know you better, guide you more effectively, and best prepare you for a successful career. Our teachers, all from industry backgrounds, share their passion and expertise, creating a rich, hands-on learning environment.

Our diplomas, recognized by the Swiss Confederation, guarantee a high level of academic and professional recognition. Our balanced program of theory and practice, enriched by three internships in Switzerland and abroad, offers you the unique opportunity to gain solid professional experience even before you graduate. This makes our graduates highly sought-after by employers.

As a not-for-profit school, we reinvest all our profits in the continuous improvement of the student experience. This translates into a constantly updated curriculum, now including the teaching of artificial intelligence, to prepare you for tomorrow’s challenges. We also offer an inclusive and professional learning environment, where every student receives a laptop to support their academic journey.

When you choose our school, you’re opting for top-quality, world-renowned training that opens the door to a dynamic and successful career in the hospitality industry and beyond.

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