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Hotel Institute Montreux
Montreux, Switzerland
"A Swiss Education Group business and hospitality school in Montreux"
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About Hotel Institute Montreux
Hotel Institute Montreux, now branded HIM Business School, is a private school on Lake Geneva in Montreux, founded in 1985 as Ecole Hoteliere de Montreux. It belongs to Swiss Education Group. Its three-year Bachelor of Business Administration is awarded by Northwood University (USA), with majors in hospitality management, management, finance and marketing. Each year of the bachelor includes a six-month international internship. Students live and study in former hotels in central Montreux.
Rankings & Recognition
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Ranked #8 (as HIM Business School) in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Hospitality & Leisure Management.
Accreditations & Memberships
Swiss Education Group
EduQua certified
Federation of Swiss Private Schools
Northwood University partner (ACBSP)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Hotel Institute Montreux's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1985
Founded
#8
QS Hospitality 2026
Swiss Education Group
Group
Northwood University (US)
Degree Awarded By
3 x 6 months
Internships
Popular Programs
BBA Hospitality Management
BBA Management
BBA Finance
BBA Marketing
MA Applied AI in Customer Experience
English Foundation Program
Application Details
Application Route
Online application
Next BBA Intakes
Jan, Apr, Oct 2027
Security Deposit
CHF 2,000 (refundable)
Min. Age (BBA)
18 (recommended)
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic (BBA)
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5.5 |
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TOEFL iBT (BBA)
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46 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
85%
I-20 Processing
D visa + B permit (study)
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
Work permit (quota)
Financials
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Avg Scholarship
Merit and partner awards
Career Outcomes
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Post-Study Work
15 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
HIM is spread across former hotel buildings in central Montreux on the shore of Lake Geneva, including Hotel Europe, Leman Residence and Hotel Miramonte, combining classrooms, residences and training restaurants.
Campus Details
Hotel
buildings in central Montreux
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 15 to 25 C
Coldest (Jan): -1 to 5 C
Climate: Temperate oceanic
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: On-campus residence (CHF 2
200 / term)
Dining
Dining: Campus meals (CHF 1
900 / term)
Health & Wellness
Health: Swiss-compliant health insurance is mandatory
Activities & Clubs
Lake Geneva
Montreux events
Student clubs
Diversity & Demographics
Degree Partner
Northwood University
Internships
1.5 years total
Cost Deep-Dive
BBA Tuition
CHF 13,200 / term
BBA Term Total (incl. board)
CHF 21,500-21,900
BBA Total (3 years)
CHF 129,400
MA Applied AI (1 year)
CHF 38,000
Security Deposit
CHF 2,000
Intakes & Deadlines
The Bachelor of Business Administration starts in January, April and October, with the next intakes in January, April and October 2027. The Master in Applied AI in Customer Experience starts in January 2027, and the English Foundation Program in July and October 2027. Internship terms carry no school fees.
Scholarships at Hotel Institute Montreux
2 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Completed secondary education; IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 46
Postgraduate
Set per programme
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (BBA)
TOEFL iBT (BBA)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Secondary school diploma and transcripts (bachelor)
Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (master)
English test result (IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent)
CV
Motivation letter / personal statement
Official English translations of documents
Proof of funds (visa)
Health insurance (Swiss-compliant)
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme page for the intake, entry requirements and the English level needed.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with transcripts, passport copy, CV, motivation letter and English test result.
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Receive offer
The school reviews the file, may hold an interview, and issues a conditional or unconditional offer.
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Pay deposit
Pay the confirmation deposit and first-term fees to receive the official enrolment letter.
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Study visa
Non-EU students apply for a national D visa at the Swiss embassy or consulate with the enrolment letter and proof of funds.
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Arrive and register
Register with the local commune within 14 days of arrival to obtain the B residence permit and arrange health insurance.
Campus & Location
HIM is spread across former hotel buildings in central Montreux on the shore of Lake Geneva, including Hotel Europe, Leman Residence and Hotel Miramonte, combining classrooms, residences and training restaurants.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
BBA in Hospitality Management
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Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
BBA in Finance
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Bachelor's
BBA in Marketing
Master's
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