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Hospitality Management

emlyon business school / Institut Lyfe (formerly Institut Paul Bocuse)

MSc in International Hospitality Management - informations

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Program overview

The MSc in International Hospitality Management is a one-year program with an internship that offers industry insights, management knowledge, and specialized expertise in global hospitality. The internship provides practical experience sought by employers.

Students study at two prestigious European business schools, Institut Lyfe and emlyon, known for excellence. Courses are co-designed by experts to prepare students for leadership in hospitality, with two tailored tracks: Advanced or Accelerated, depending on prior education and experience.

Curriculum (courses, subject modules)

Year 1

Period 1: Foodservice Management (Lyon)

  • Build a strong foundation in hospitality management with courses in marketing, finance, and operations.
  • Develop and test a restaurant concept through a pop-up experience, combining creativity with business planning.
  • Explore global foodservice trends in Lyon, the world capital of gastronomy, through hands-on projects and visits.

Period 2: Hospitality Management (Paris)

  • Discover the art of lifestyle and luxury hospitality with courses in service design, digital environments, and customer experience.
  • Design a new hotel brand from concept to execution and present it to industry executives.
  • Immerse yourself in Paris’ iconic hospitality scene during Hospitality Week, visiting world-renowned palace hotels and innovative boutique properties.

Period 3: International Hospitality Management (Las Vegas)

  • Learn the intricacies of casino management, large-scale events, and asset management in collaboration with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
  • Tackle a real-world consulting project for an international hospitality company, solving strategic challenges.
  • Experience Las Vegas’ vibrant hospitality ecosystem and attend the city’s specialized Hospitality Week.

 

Year 2

  • Professional Thesis: Conduct an in-depth analysis of a topic related to the hospitality industry, leveraging academic knowledge and professional experience.
  • Internship: Complete a 4-6 month internship or embark on your first job to gain hands-on expertise and launch your career in the global hospitality sector.

Admission conditions

Required diploma(s) :

  • Bachelor

Employment opportunities & career impact

Average time for obtaining the first job offer : 93% net employment rate at 3 months

Employment opportunities :

The MSc in International Hospitality Management holds recognition both in France and internationally, providing numerous career opportunities, particularly within leading global corporations.
 

Discover the list below for some awesome career options that could totally match your dream job aspirations: 

  • Hotel general manager
  • Project manager (hotel opening, F&B concept, brand development, etc.)
  • Corporate team leader (marketing, HR, etc.)
  • Entrepreneur (restaurant, F&b startup, hotel, etc.)
  • Hotel sales or events manager
  • Revenue manager
  • Guest relations manager
  • Concept developer
  • Consultant for the hotel industry

Top recruiters

  • ACCOR
  • MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL
  • MANDARIN ORIENTAL
  • FOUR SEASONS HOTEL
  • INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP PLC
  • LE PLAZA ATHENEE
  • HYATT
  • THE HOXTON PARIS
  • OKKO HOTELS
  • PWC
  • RICHEMONT
  • VAN DER VALK
  • KAPSTONE

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20
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Boston University

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22
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Australia
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University of Queensland Business School

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U.S.A.
24
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Temple University

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25
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Georgia State University - Robinson College of Business

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26
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Sheffield Hallam University

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Spain
27
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Universidad Complutense de Madrid - Facultad de Comercio y Turismo

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29
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Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona - Fundación Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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Hong Kong (S.A.R.,China)
30
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École hôtelière de Lausanne

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Romania
31
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West University of Timisoara - Faculty of Economics and Business Administration

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Ireland
32
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TU Dublin - School of Hospitality Management & Tourism

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Oklahoma State University

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41
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Fairleigh Dickinson University

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44
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