César Ritz College Switzerland

Cesar Ritz Colleges Switzerland is not a typical school. It is a cutting-edge hospitality business school that upholds the lasting legacy of César Ritz. It is where you cultivate the knowledge and entrepreneurial mindset that is needed to embark on a successful career path in hospitality or launch a successful venture of your own.

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland offers some of the most prestigious programs in hospitality and business management in the world. We focus on fostering a culture of entrepreneurship, sustainability, and leadership, in an inclusive learning environment that values independent, visionary thinking through the application of the latest research and technology.

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland (CRCS) is pleased to announce its new status as a University of Applied Science Institute officially recognized by the Swiss Accreditation Council (SAC). When you join to the Cesar Ritz Commnunity, you become immersed in a learning environment that inspires creativity and ignites the entrepreneurial spirit.

César Ritz’s Program

Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Tourism Management

Description:

Our unique combination of American business expertise and Swiss ethos of excellence will prepare you to follow in the footsteps of a pioneer - Cesar Ritz - and become a leader of innovation in the hospitality industry. This program accelerate the student to develop entrepreneurial mindset as you learn to think outside the box and take on the ever-changing world of business.

Course structure:

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Business Management is a 4-year programs based in Le Bouveret & Brig, Switzerland with 180 ECTS CREDITS

Industry Immersion Year: Based in Bouveret

You will learn introductory knowledge that provides a sturdy foundation in all hospitality aspects.

On your first internship, you will apply the skills you learned during your Industry Immersion Year and work in a hotel, restaurant in the various departments. Our career coaches are here to help and guide you in your internship search.

Year 1: Based in Brig

This internship opportunity is for you to embrace greater responsibilities and apply the valuable skills and management concepts you've cultivated in your classroom. You'll have the chance to expand your horizons, either by gaining more experience in a classic hospitality establishment or exploring different avenues with our careersupport and guidance:

Hotel operations
Food & beverage
Events
Marketing
Luxury
Travel

Moreover, as an alternative to the internship, you have the opportunity to embark on an internship within your own start-up project. Here, you'll invest your time and energy into nurturing your business concept, supported by our dedicated faculty members who will provide guidance every step of the way, helping you turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality.

Year 2: Business Start

Year 3: Hospitality Leadership - Dissertation

Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Business Management

Master of Arts in Hospitality and Tourism Entrepreneurship

Master of Science of Leadership

Certificate in Wine Business Management

Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Tourism Management

Description:

Our unique combination of American business expertise and Swiss ethos of excellence will prepare you to follow in the footsteps of a pioneer - Cesar Ritz - and become a leader of innovation in the hospitality industry. This program accelerate the student to develop entrepreneurial mindset as you learn to think outside the box and take on the ever-changing world of business.

Course structure:

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Business Management is a 4-year programs based in Le Bouveret & Brig, Switzerland with 180 ECTS CREDITS

Industry Immersion Year: Based in Bouveret

You will learn introductory knowledge that provides a sturdy foundation in all hospitality aspects.

On your first internship, you will apply the skills you learned during your Industry Immersion Year and work in a hotel, restaurant in the various departments. Our career coaches are here to help and guide you in your internship search.

Year 1: Based in Brig

This internship opportunity is for you to embrace greater responsibilities and apply the valuable skills and management concepts you've cultivated in your classroom. You'll have the chance to expand your horizons, either by gaining more experience in a classic hospitality establishment or exploring different avenues with our careersupport and guidance:

Hotel operations
Food & beverage
Events
Marketing
Luxury
Travel

Moreover, as an alternative to the internship, you have the opportunity to embark on an internship within your own start-up project. Here, you'll invest your time and energy into nurturing your business concept, supported by our dedicated faculty members who will provide guidance every step of the way, helping you turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality.

Year 2: Business Start

Year 3: Hospitality Leadership - Dissertation

Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Business Management

Master of Arts in Hospitality and Tourism Entrepreneurship

Master of Science of Leadership

Certificate in Wine Business Management

Why César Ritz Is One of A Kind?

Diploma

Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Business Management

Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Tourism Management

Master of Arts in Hospitality and Tourism Entrepreneurship

Master of Science in Leadership

Specializations

Hotel and Tourism Management

Wine Business

Accreditations

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland has achieved University of Applied Sciences Institute status from the Swiss Accreditation Council (SAC), bolstering its academic standing worldwide. It is also a member of AACSB International, connecting educators, students, and businesses to cultivate future leaders.

Internship

Through industry partnerships, you gain real-world insights in class and exclusive access to Europe's major career event twice a year, featuring presentations, recruiter meetings with 100+ companies, panels, and alumni networking.

Awards & Rankings

In 2024, César Ritz Colleges Switzerland ranked 3rd globally in QS's Hospitality & Leisure Management rankings. It also earned the 4th spot for employer reputation and the 3rd spot for academic reputation, highlighting its strong reputation in both industry and academic circles.

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