Why a career in hospitality management might be just for you?
A career in hospitality management is a very rewarding choice if you have excellent interpersonal skills, like to travel, and can easily adapt to the industry's rapid change. What can you expect from a career in this highly diverse field? What will your role and salary be? And which hospitality management programme should you choose?
What is hospitality management and where can it take you in your career?
Hospitality management involves overseeing the facilities or operations of businesses in the hospitality field, which includes hotels, resorts, restaurants, and spas. Hospitality revolves mainly around service, with the primary aim of making customers or guests feel welcome.
A career in hospitality management offers a wide range of opportunities, especially for graduates who aspire to an international career and wish to grow professionally. Opting for this path can lead you to develop your skills in fields as varied as food and beverage, travel and accommodation, event management, PR and marketing, digital transformation, and sustainability.
Where can hospitality take you in your career?
Career paths are as diverse as the industry itself, and with the sector constantly evolving and its potential for innovation growing all the time, there are many ways to boost your career.
Few sectors can boast the double-digit growth that the hospitality industry has been experiencing in recent years. The sector generates more than USD 6 billion a year, according to the World Tourism Council’s 2022 report, and it shows no signs of slowing down, with projections predicting a further 5.8% increase by 2032. This is great news for those considering a career in this field.
If you are creative, have a passion for service and constantly strive to exceed guests’ needs, your career opportunities can be limitless. A career in hospitality management can be a challenging yet thrilling journey which can take you anywhere in the world, even to the most remote, luxurious locations.
The employers offering career opportunities for hospitality management graduates include:
Restaurants and catering companies
Hotel chains and resorts
Conference and exhibition centres
Cruise and airline companies
PR companies
Event venues
Real estate
Recreation and leisure sector
Public and human resources sector
Financial and accounting services
Trailblazers, innovators
Students considering a career in the hospitality industry are the future innovators in the field. The customer-centric approach, financial acumen, and leadership are all skills acquired during their education that will enable them to shape the sector while creating their own opportunities.
The hospitality management sector is a broad field. The skills acquired are cross-disciplinary to the point of facilitating access to leading roles in sales and marketing, human resources and much more.
BHMS offers a BA programme with pathways in Global Business or Hotel and Hospitality Management. Additionally, students can pursue a BA in Culinary Arts or BA in Culinary Arts and Patisserie.
Students without a bachelor's degree or a degree outside the hospitality sector can pursue a Graduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma, giving them access to the MSc degree programme.
The MSc programme offers pathways in Global Business, International Hospitality Business Management, International Tourism Management, Wine and Beverage Business Management, Business Sports and Events Management, Business Banking and Finance, Business and Airline Management, and Culinary Entrepreneurship
The MBA programme can be taken as a standalone programme or combined with the MSc programme.
Finally, we offer several short Certificate Courses in Culinary and Pastry Arts.
Yes, you will need your own laptop or tablet to complete assignments.
Each study programme requires a minimum level of language proficiency. For undergraduate programmes, students must demonstrate English language skills at an IELTS 5.0 level or equivalent. For postgraduate programmes, students must demonstrate English language skills at an IELTS 6.0 level or equivalent.
If English is not your native language, meeting the required English proficiency level is essential for admission to BHMS. Additionally, the Swiss Embassy may request an official English test result for visa application purposes.
If you don’t have an official English test, please contact us as you may have the option to take an online test, such as the Duolingo English Test.
We also offer a 5-10-week Preparatory English Programme to help you reach the required level.
Why get a degree in hospitality management?
As the saying goes, opportunity favours the prepared mind. BHMS and its renowned educational partners offer the ideal environment to develop your professional skills and gain practical experience. With our programmes, you'll develop the knowledge and skills you need to thrive in demanding service environments. With our expertise and your dedication, you'll be prepared to deal with guests and customers effectively in first-class service settings.