Study abroad at Business and Hotel Management School

Learn more about studying at Business and Hotel Management School as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Type
    Private
  • International students
    786
  • Nationalities
    100
  • Total programs
    12
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Study abroad at Business and Hotel Management School

Business and Hotel Management School (BHMS) is located in the German-speaking part of Switzerland in the city of Lucerne. The school offers a range of programs in hotel management, global business management, and culinary arts.

All programs offered at BHMS combine six months of on-campus education with six months of working in Switzerland. During the Swiss internship, you will work closely with Swiss employees, gain real work experience and earn a monthly salary.

The main campus of the school is located in the heart of Lucerne and offers student residences, a student lounge, study areas, offices and a restaurant. After graduation, you can join BHMS’s alumni community, which gives you access to their job placement service, which helps students to get junior management positions all around the world.

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Why study at Business and Hotel Management School

  • Working reference

    at BHMS, you will obtain a world-class degree as well as a Swiss working reference

  • Internship guarantee

    Students are guaranteed an internship in Switzerland earning a monthly salary

Location

Business and Hotel Management School

Gütschstrasse 2-6, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland

In the heart of Lucerne city, B.H.M.S. offers a great campus location to its students with easy access to cafés, supermarkets, bars, shops, and restaurants and additional 24-hour front desk security. The main campus of the school is the B.H.M.S. City Campus which includes student residences, student lounge (incl. billiard area), study room, offices, as well as the City Campus Restaurant where the B.H.M.S. students enjoy their meals. B.H.M.S. has also 4 modern study facilities in the center of Lucerne city, all located in a 5-10 minute walking distance from each other.

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Fees and funding

Fee information

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality/Business or Culinary

  • 1st Year Diploma

    CHF27,600

  • 2nd Year Higher Diploma

    CHF28,600

  • 3rd Year Bachelor Degree

    CHF29,600

Graduate -M.Sc. Dual Degree: CHF29,600 per program

  • MBA Dual Degree

    CHF32,600 per program

  • Combined M.Sc

    CHF43,400 per program

  • PGD Hospitality/Culinary

    CHF28,600 per program

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What is the cost of living near Business and Hotel Management School?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Switzerland-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Swiss Franc)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centreCHF 1,616Range: CHF 1,100 to CHF 2,500
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centreCHF 1,304Range: CHF 900 to CHF 1,909
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)CHF 219Range: CHF 149 to CHF 352
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)CHF 47Range: CHF 39 to CHF 70
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)CHF 32Range: CHF 19 to CHF 69
Monthly public transport passCHF 82Range: CHF 70 to CHF 174
Monthly grocery basketCHF 450Range: CHF 350 to CHF 600
Coffee shop drinkCHF 5Range: CHF 3 to CHF 6
Cinema or cultural event ticketCHF 20Range: CHF 17 to CHF 25
Gym membershipCHF 70Range: CHF 49 to CHF 110

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Business and Hotel Management School

Many international students will require a visa to study in Switzerland, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Life at Business and Hotel Management School

BHMS has a diverse student body, and all programs are entirely conducted in English to an international student body form approximately 100 different countries.

International students at BHMS benefit from an urban campus located in one of the most popular tourist cities in Switzerland. Accommodation is available on the main campus, and a range of amenities are within walking distance.

Academic support is available, and there is also a student counselor who can assist with any other issues you might be having. Each weekend BHMS arranges excursions for their international students, helping them to discover Switzerland.

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Facilities

  • All Weather Sports Pitches
    • Tennis Courts
    • Badminton Courts
    • Swimming pools
    • Climbing Wall
    • Athletics Track
    • Basketball Courts
    • Diving Pools
    • Baseball Pitches
    • volleyball courts
  • Library
    • Individual Study Rooms
    • Computer labs
    • Group Study Rooms
    • Quiet Areas
  • Sports Facilities
    • Sport facilities
    • Natural Turf Soccer Pitches
  • IT Support
    • Loan Laptops
    • Campus Wireless Connectivity
  • Transport
    • On-Campus Shuttle
    • Bike Rental
    • Airport Shuttle Service
    • Campus Bus Service
    • Campus parking
    • Car Rental
  • Praying Rooms
    • Language Center
    • Skills classes
    • Pre sessional English Academic skills courses
    • Workshops
  • Tutoring Support
    • Student Tutoring & Support
    • Academic Tutoring & Support
  • Fitness Centre
    • Swimming Pool
  • Food & Restaurants
    • Cafe’s
    • Restaurants
  • Healthcare & Medical
    • Counselling & Mental Health Services

Student reviews for Business and Hotel Management School

Overall rating

4.5
11 reviews
  • Overall experience
    4.5
  • Academic
    4.6
  • University social
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • University facilities
    4.2
Zeyn Gafoor
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Studied International Business at Business and Hotel Management School
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    4
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    5
  • University facilities
    4
Tell us about Business and Hotel Management School

My University is located within a 5 minute walking distance from my accommodation. The B.H.M.S accommodations are quite modern and come equipped with en-suite showers, a kitchen, as well as a living room. The entire accommodation also provides a relatively fast Wi-Fi connection for the students. My social experience at B.H.M.S has also been very pleasant, all the students are friendly with an open mind. Furthermore, the school provides various activities/excursions that involve students and allows them to socialize.

Leonardus Joan Alviano
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Studied Business Administration at Business and Hotel Management School
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    5
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    5
  • University facilities
    4
Tell us about Business and Hotel Management School

Facilities are well provided. 1. From the restaurants, they offer students a different type of meal everyday which does not make them feel bored. 2. Accommodations that are well prepared, hygienic, and support students to study in the room. 3. BHMS is well located in the heart of Lucerne. Easy access to the transport links allows students to study and spend their leisure time anywhere they like. 4. The student population is really diverse so it's a great opportunity for students to learn about other cultures and build their networks for future careers.

Siu Fung Cheung
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Studied Hospitality Management at Business and Hotel Management School
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    3
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    4
  • University facilities
    4
Tell us about Business and Hotel Management School

BHMS is a very nice school for study. It is located in the centre of the city, so everything is very convenient for students. Supermarkets, shops, restaurants, bars, and transportation are around the school buildings. It's only a 10-minute walk to the main train station and bus stops are everywhere. Students are from over 18 different countries, so it is a very diverse community. It is fantastic to study and learn in this multinational culture. The accommodations at the school are very nice and we have different types of rooms: studio, single room with share facilities, and share room with share facilities (two people / three people / four people / five people room).

Ioana-Patricia Gheorghe
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Studied Hospitality Management at Business and Hotel Management School
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    4
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    3
  • University facilities
    3
Tell us about Business and Hotel Management School

They should think more about our wellbeing. They should give us memberships to a gym or a spa facility; hire a therapist; or improve the cleaning and laundry facilities.

Alecia Singleton
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Studied Culinary Arts at Business and Hotel Management School
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    5
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    5
  • University facilities
    5
Tell us about Business and Hotel Management School

I would say I have made a great college selection. Students are supported to produce high-quality work by staff who are enthused and provide the information needed for success. They ensure that students are engaged in excursions, which are great for relaxing from work and exams. The school is located in the heart of Lucerne where transportation and shopping are definitely not issues. The best thing for me about the school is how well the multicultural students get along.