Les Roches launches new Master's in Hospitality Management
Les Roches, a top hospitality education institution, has launched its new Master of Science in International Hospitality Management programme.
The programme, which will be introduced across its international campuses in a phased rollout, will equip students with leadership, operational, and strategic expertise to thrive in the ever-evolving hospitality industry.
The programme, which combines Swiss hospitality heritage with experiential learning, aims to bridge the gap between academic rigor and industry demands, preparing students to become innovative leaders in hospitality and luxury tourism.
The programme is designed to address the talent shortages in the industry, which is expected to create nearly 126 million new jobs within the next decade.
The programme offers a robust foundation in international hospitality management, equipping students with a dynamic blend of strategic, operational, entrepreneurial, innovation, sustainability, technological business, data-driven decision-making skills, and leadership capabilities.
Students will gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, focusing on emerging trends such as digital transformation, sustainability, and AI-driven personalization.
Through coursework, case studies, real-world projects, and an international business field trip, students will develop strategic, operational, and financial expertise to formulate innovative and sustainable solutions to face the complexities of the global hospitality landscape.
Les Roches' Career Services team provides personalized support and connects students with an exclusive global network of employers and alumni, providing a direct path to top industry placements.
'By aligning our curriculum with industry needs, we aim to prepare graduates to seamlessly integrate themselves into leadership roles, thereby addressing the pressing talent shortages and contributing to the industry's sustainable growth' said, Carlos Díez de la Lastra, CEO Les Roches.
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