School of Hospitality · Study in Switzerland
Diploma · 90 ECTS
Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management
Build a foundation in hospitality and tourism management through academic study, practical training and two full-time internships in Switzerland.
Your Introduction to Hospitality
Learn the Industry. Experience It in Practice.
The Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management provides a focused introduction to the academic and practical foundations of the international hospitality industry.
Students develop knowledge across hospitality operations, tourism, customer service, finance, rooms division and food and beverage while studying on site in Switzerland.
Academic learning is combined with practical training and two full-time internships, giving students opportunities to apply what they learn in professional hospitality environments.
The Diploma follows the same academic structure as the first year of La Xenia’s Bachelor of International Hospitality & Tourism Management, creating a natural progression route for students who later wish to continue their studies.
Why La Xenia?
Hospitality Education Beyond the Classroom.
Study in a smaller, international environment where academic learning, practical hospitality skills and professional experience form part of the same journey.
Study in Switzerland
Experience hospitality education in Switzerland while developing knowledge for an international industry.
Small Classes
Smaller classes provide greater access to lecturers, opportunities to ask questions and more individual guidance.
Practical Learning
Develop academic knowledge alongside the practical skills and professional standards expected in hospitality.
Two Internships
Full-time practical training internships allow students to gain professional experience as part of the Diploma.
The La Xenia Experience
Study Hospitality in Switzerland.
The Diploma is an on-site programme combining academic study, practical learning and international student life.
Students become part of the La Xenia campus community during their academic study periods, developing independence while studying alongside students from different backgrounds.
Practical Experience
From Study to the Workplace.
Professional experience is an integral part of the Diploma, with two full-time practical training internships carrying a combined 30 ECTS credits.
The internships provide students with opportunities to apply their hospitality knowledge in professional environments and develop workplace confidence, communication and practical experience.
One third of the Diploma’s total ECTS credits are earned through full-time practical training internships.
Programme Information
Everything You Need to Know.
01 Programme Structure
To successfully complete the Diploma, students must complete seven core academic courses and two full-time practical training internships.
Core Courses Hospitality Foundations
- Finance in Tourism and Hospitality
- Customer Service Management in Tourism and Hospitality
- Global Tourism and Hospitality
- Rooms Division Operations
- Rooms Division Supervision
- Food and Beverage Operations
- Food and Beverage Supervision
Practical Training Internship 1
- Full-Time Practical Training Internship 1
- 15 ECTS Credits
- Professional hospitality experience
Practical Training Internship 2
- Full-Time Practical Training Internship 2
- 15 ECTS Credits
- Professional hospitality experience
The seven core courses carry a combined 60 ECTS credits. Internship 1 and Internship 2 carry 15 ECTS credits each, giving a total programme value of 90 ECTS credits.
02 Entry Requirements
Academic Entry
- Minimum age of 18 at enrolment
- High School Diploma, secondary school leaving qualification, A-Level, UK Level 3 qualification or equivalent
English Language
Applicants are expected to demonstrate English proficiency at a minimum B1 level under the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge English or equivalent evidence at B1 level
- Confirmation that the applicant’s previous programme was taught in English
- Successful La Xenia interview or internal assessment, where applicable
- B1 result through the EF SET English assessment
03 Alternative Entry
Applicants may also be considered based on relevant qualifications or professional experience.
- A regulated academic or vocational qualification at Level 3, such as BTEC or A Level, with equivalence evaluated through NARIC where applicable
- Evidence of at least three years of work experience in the hospitality and/or tourism industry, ideally including supervisory experience and preferably supported by a school leaving certificate
04 Academic Progression
The Diploma follows the same academic structure as Year 1 of La Xenia’s Bachelor of International Hospitality & Tourism Management.
Progress to the BHM
Students who successfully complete the Diploma may explore progression into the Bachelor of International Hospitality & Tourism Management and continue their hospitality studies at La Xenia.
Diploma · 90 ECTSComplete the Diploma
Students may also complete the programme as a standalone Diploma, combining hospitality and tourism education with two periods of practical industry experience.
7 Core Courses + 2 Internships05 Fees & Application
Programme Fees
Contact the La Xenia admissions team for current tuition, accommodation and applicable programme fees.
International Applications
Application timelines may differ for students requiring a Swiss student visa.
Contact Admissions for the applicable intake, documentation and application timeline.
Diploma · Hospitality · Switzerland
Start Your Hospitality Journey in Switzerland.
Speak with La Xenia Admissions about the Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management, entry requirements, internships and the application process.