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4 Why choose César Ritz Colleges? 

5 A world of opportunities with César Ritz Colleges 

6 Quality and excellence in education 

9 Leadership Programme 

10 Bachelor programme overview 

11 Postgraduate Diploma / Master programmes overview 

13 Bachelor of International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management 

15 Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management 

17 Master of Arts in International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management 

19 Master of Science in International Hospitality Management 

20 Dual country experience 

21 Reputation and industry recognition 

22 Planning your career 

24 International Recruitment Forum 

26 Why study in Switzerland? 

28 Multi-campus experience 

30 Friends for life 

31 A worldwide alumni network 

32 Swiss Education Group 

33 Culinary Institute Switzerland 

34 English Foundation Programme 

35 Join the César Ritz family 

2 | César Ritz Colleges Switzerland | Your Career Passport

Welcome to César Ritz Colleges Switzerland! 

It’s with great pleasure and pride that we present you with 

‘Your Career Passport’ and hope that it will inspire you. 

Our mission is to offer world-class hospitality business education. Our 

priorities are academic rigour, Swiss professional training, multicultural 

awareness and a caring approach to the personal development of our 

students. 

César Ritz Colleges offers you the unique chance to embark on a Swiss 

journey. With three campuses located in Le Bouveret, Lucerne and Brig, 

your experience will be truly Swiss, allowing you to discover different 

aspects of the famous Swiss hospitality culture. This Swiss journey, 

combined with our multicultural setting on campus, will ideally 

prepare you for an international career. 

Take the time to find the right programme for you. Talk to our 

competent admissions team or simply arrange a time to come and visit. 

Experience for yourself the friendly César Ritz family spirit and get a 

taste of what could be your future. 

Ronan Fitzgerald 

Managing Director 

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland 

our Core Values 

Throughout the brochure you will see 

our passport stamp that represents 

the combination of our core values 

and your career journey. 

Excellence embodies our passion for 

academic rigour and excellence in the 

quality of the education we provide you. 

We hope that you will continue to seek 

personal excellence in your career. 

Service represents the desire to give 

consistently good service in everything 

we do. You will therefore understand 

the importance of customer service in 

your professional life to exceed customer 

expectations! 

Leadership is a life-long skill that will 

ensure success for your personal and 

professional development. We encourage 

leadership skills so that you can 

inspire leadership in those around you 

and equip yourself with a range of 

transferable skills. 

Care plays a vital role in all of our 

activities; we care about our student 

family and provide a healthy and nurturing 

environment so that you can maximize 

your potential. 

Innovation involves constant reviewing 

of our existing activities and exploring 

ways to improve and offer exciting new 

services and study options. Inspiring 

innovation in your work environment will 

guarantee positive results. 

We trust that you will continue to live 

by these core values throughout your 

personal and professional life and thus 

ensure your happy and successful future. 

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland | Your Career Passport | 3

whY Choose 

César ritz Colleges? 

Come and join the winning team at César Ritz Colleges Switzerland. We are here to help 

you discover your full potential. Let our experienced faculty support you in developing your 

career path and provide you with the superior education and leadership skills you need to 

succeed in a competitive world. 

insPiring leaders 

César Ritz graduates are industry professionals and leaders 

who exceed customer and employer expectations through their 

persistent dedication to excellence. Based on this philosophy, we 

developed the unique concept of the Leadership Programme to 

prepare you for success. 

Caring about Your future 

Our dedicated career team offers you on-campus recruitment, 

career fairs and overseas career trips for international internship 

and graduate positions. 

flexible studY oPtions 

Choose a start date to suit you from January, April, July or 

October and create your own experience. Start your Bachelor 

studies in Le Bouveret or in Lucerne, depending on your career 

aspirations and graduate with a Swiss and American degree. 

Take advantage of industry specific electives and partner programmes 

worldwide. 

4 | César Ritz Colleges Switzerland | Your Career Passport 

worldwide reCognition 

and aCCreditation 

In addition to Swiss and worldwide recognition and accreditation, 

we have developed a network of prestigious partner 

universities. Furthermore, we are the only Swiss hotel 

management school to receive the prestigious TedQual 

certification from the United Nations World Tourism Organization. 

César ritz familY sPirit 

Small class sizes and personal advisers guarantee you individual 

attention. Come and join our ‘family’ of over 10,000 graduates 

worldwide.

a world of oPPortunities 

with César ritz Colleges 

Today’s global business environment requires highly qualified managers and leaders 

who can process complex services in a multicultural and international environment. 

César Ritz Colleges understands the needs of the hospitality and 

tourism industry, and prepares students using the latest research 

and training methods to lead the way in this fast-growing sector. 

exCiting Career oPtions 

Imagine a career that takes you all over the world and in 

which you have the skills and confidence to be a leader in your 

chosen field. Then turn your imagination to a high-flying career 

in hospitality. 

If this is your burning ambition, then César Ritz Colleges 

Switzerland offers a unique opportunity for you to embark on a 

successful career in tourism and hotel management. 

Explore a wealth of career options in an industry that is right for you. 

Hotel operations 

• Banquets and Conferences 

• Culinary 

• Food and Beverage 

Management 

• Front Office 

• Housekeeping 

• Restaurant 

Management 

• Corporate 

• General Management 

• Human Resources 

• Public Relations 

• Sales and Marketing 

Tourism 

• Airlines 

• Casino 

• Consulting 

• Cruises 

• Spa and Wellness 

• Travel 

A bright future for hospitality 

and tourism careers 

Further opportunities 

• Catering 

• Education 

• Event Management 

• Finance 

• Information Technology 

• Non-profit Organizations 

• Real Estate 

The hotel and tourism industry is the largest 

employer in the world. The World Travel and 

Tourism Council has forecast 297 million jobs 

by 2018. 

Figures from the World Travel & Tourism Council (www.wttc.org) 

“César Ritz Colleges’ alumni network 

was extremely helpful to me at the start 

of my career and remains very enjoyable 

to this date.” 

Tuomas Laakso (Finland) 

Director International Hotel Development, Europe 

Marriott International & The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company 

Zurich, Switzerland 


QualitY and exCellenCe 

in eduCation 

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland has a global reputation for quality and excellence 

in education that spans over 30 years. 

We offer a wide range of programmes in International Business, 

Tourism and Hospitality Management. 

Maximize your learning experience 

A wide range of subjects is available supported with industry 

specific electives, guest seminars and educational field trips to 

hotels, trade fairs and international corporate headquarters. 

Paid internships are also an important part of the programme. 

All these will help you fully explore your career path options. 

Prepare to be inspired 

Our faculty includes published authors and researchers, 

internationally recognized professors and experienced profes- 

s ional instructors. These inspiring and dedicated tutors will bring 

you a wealth of experience from many specialist areas of the 

tourism and hospitality sector, including five-star luxury hotel 

management, mystery shoppers, cruise ship operations, professional 

chefs, human resources, marketing and environmental 

tourism. 

Guest lecturers 

High-profile guest lecturers are regularly invited to give elective 

courses and seminars on their specialized subjects. These guests, 

as well as external staff, provide valuable links to other 

educational establishments and ensure that our programmes are 

up-to-date with industry trends and requirements. Furthermore, 

the Washington State University faculty, composed of professors 

and those with doctorates, will teach terms seven and eight of 

the Bachelor programme, bringing American business and 

research expertise to the programme. 

Real-life consultancy projects 

César Ritz Colleges has developed an initiative giving you the 

chance to undertake real-life consultancy projects requested by 

hotels. The first of these projects was launched when we were 

asked by an Icelandic hotel for help to develop a new marketing 

strategy. Based on its success, consequent projects have been 

undertaken, such as in assisting in developing a luxury property 

in Zermatt, with César Ritz students playing a critical role. 

Four intakes per year 

Start your study when the time is right for you. 

Choose from January, April, July or October 

enrolments. 


“The learning environment at César Ritz 

Colleges is ideal. The international faculty 

brings a wealth of knowledge to the 

students and the small classes guarantee 

them individual attention.” 

David Bolton 

Academic Dean 

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland

Your international journey starts at César Ritz Colleges 

We can help you discover your full potential with our innovative 

Leadership Programme, a multicultural setting with fellow 

students from a diversity of nations, plus highly personalized 

training that focuses on your individual strengths. Your whole 

learning experience will be global, dynamic and enjoyable! 

With you all the way 

At César Ritz Colleges, small classes guarantee you individual 

attention and you will be assigned a personal faculty adviser 

during your time with us. Of course, you can also benefit from 

the mentoring of students who are already well advanced in 

their studies and will be happy to assist you. 

Study in the French and the German parts of Switzerland 

During your Bachelor studies you will experience life on different 

campuses: at our Professional Centre in Le Bouveret and in Lucerne, 

with an emphasis on practical skills and superior customer service; 

and at the University Centre in Brig where the focus is more on the 

managerial and strategic aspects of international business. 

Bachelor and Master degree in four years 

Our three-year Bachelor programme has been developed so 

that graduates are eligible for several accelerated Master degree 

programmes, offering you the opportunity to complete both a 

Bachelor and a Master in just four years instead of the usual five. 

Prestigious international partners 

Over the last 30 years, César Ritz Colleges has developed a worldwide 

network of prestigious partner universities. Therefore, all 

degrees and diplomas are offered in partnership with renowned 

international institutions, Washington State University (USA) for 

the Bachelor programme and Manchester Metropolitan University 

(UK) for the Master courses. 

César Ritz students praise school 

César Ritz Colleges participated in THE-ICE survey, 

an international study of colleges and universities 

that offer hospitality programmes. The survey 

reflected a 93% satisfaction rate in the overall 

learning experience, well above the average of 

all other universities participating in the survey. 

The learning experience included elements such as 

the quality of the lecturers and course contents as 

well as furnishing of career advice and employability 

at the end of their studies. 


disCoVer Your 

leadershiP 

Potential 

“I was named as Young Leader 

of the Year 2008.” 

Nan-Birthe Os (Norway) 

General Manager, First Hotel Marin, Bergen, Norway 


leadershiP Programme 

César Ritz graduates are industry professionals and leaders who exceed customer and 

employer expectations through their persistent dedication to excellence. Based on this 

philosophy of excellence, we developed the unique concept of the Leadership Programme 

to prepare you for success. 

In the Leadership Programme you learn, develop and effectively 

apply the technical and business skills needed, as well as the 

attitudes and standards that make our graduates so successful. 

Our Leadership Programme runs throughout the entire course, 

requiring you to achieve specified outcomes through seminars 

and community service activities. Therefore, a personal adviser 

will work with you throughout your journey to help you achieve 

your ambitions. 

leadershiP management 

Career management 

Personal management 

“For me, the Leadership Programme is the 

best course at César Ritz Colleges because it 

is about helping to find balance in your life. 

As a result of the course, I became not only 

a leader at work, but also in my own life.” 

Felipe Ishihama (Brazil/Japan) with 

Jaume Valldaura, Director of Human Resources, 

The Ritz-Carlton Penha Longa, Sintra, Portugal 

Leadership seminars 

We’ll work with you to develop your leadership skills through 

specific leadership seminars related to our core values: 

Leadership 

Care 

Innovation 

Excellence 

Service 

Critical thinking and problem solving 

Leadership initiative project 

Career planning 

Managing stress 

Personality testing 

Real-life consultancy projects 

Communicating in public 

Managing change 

Mentoring 

Serving the community 

“Community service activities – it is through service to 

others that we learn to excel!” 

You will be required to participate in community service activ- 

ities while on campus to achieve specific outcomes. Possibilities 

of participating in several activities in school or within the local 

community are available, such as: 

• Student support 

• Fundraising events for local charities 

• Contributing to the community 

Once you’ve successfully completed the Personal Management 

level, you will be encouraged to progress onto the Career and 

Leadership Management stages to achieve the honours level. 

The values for your success 

We encourage you to be outgoing and at the same 

time have a good knowledge of human nature, 

speak a number of foreign languages and be 

capable of foreseeing, adjusting to and preparing 

for possible later developments in your career. We 

expect you to be a good organizer and an excellent 

manager of people. 

We will encourage you to grasp new and sometimes 

difficult situations quickly, and we will help you to 

choose the right course of action. Above all, we will 

inspire you to be passionate about what you do! 

These values are based on the philosophy of César 

Ritz (1850 – 1918), founder of the Ritz hotels and 

widely recognized as the pioneer of luxury hotels. 


aChelor Programme 

oVerView 

César Ritz Colleges offers programmes in International Business, Tourism and Hospitality 

Management. Get a head start to your career with our Bachelor course that emphasizes 

practical skills, managerial and strategic knowledge, but also on business aspects and 

research techniques. 

hotel and tourism management 

Le Bouveret or 

Lucerne Campus 

2 academic terms 

(1 term: 11 weeks) 

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 

6-month paid 

internship 

in Switzerland 

(minimum monthly 

gross salary in 

Switzerland: 

CHF 2,168) 

Swiss Certificate in Hotel 

& Restaurant Operations 

Le Bouveret or 




6-month paid 

internship 

in Switzerland or 

worldwide 

(minimum monthly 

gross salary in 

Switzerland: 

CHF 2,168) 

Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel 

& Tourism Management 

Brig Campus 



start at the CamPus that is right for You! 

When starting the Bachelor programme, for the first two 

years you can choose the César Ritz campus that fits you best: 

• Le Bouveret Campus if you would like to experience the 

French-speaking part of Switzerland and discover the Lake 

Geneva region. Le Bouveret is a resort town located on the 

shores of the lake. 

6-month paid 

internship / Industry 

placement 

in Switzerland or 

worldwide 

Bachelor of International Business 

in Hotel & Tourism Management 

Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality 

Business Management 

imProVe Your business english CommuniCation 

The English Foundation Programme offered by SEG, Swiss 

Education Group on the Le Bouveret Campus is an ideal way to 

strengthen your English language skills before commencing your 

academic studies at César Ritz Colleges Switzerland. The length 

of the programme depends on your personal English level and 

The Higher Diploma and Bachelor degrees 

awarded by César Ritz Colleges Switzerland are 

accredited by the State of Valais Department of 

Education, Culture and Sport, Switzerland. 


• Lucerne Campus if you wish to experience a German-speaking 

city of Switzerland and major tourism destination. The Lucerne 

Campus is located in the heart of the city of Lucerne. 

For more information on our campuses, refer to pages 30 and 31. 

motivation, with the main objective of achieving the required 

score to enter the study programme desired. 

Refer to page 33 for more information. 

In addition to the accreditation by the State 

of Valais, the Bachelor degree is validated by 

Washington State University (USA). You will 

receive both Swiss and American recognized 

degrees.

Postgraduate diPloma / 

master Programmes 

oVerView 

These programmes are designed for university graduates or candidates with extensive work 

experience who seek a career change or to advance in their existing career in the global 

hospitality and tourism industry. 

hosPitalitY and tourism business management 

Brig Campus 

3 academic terms (1 term: 11 weeks) 

Brig Campus 

1 academic term (1 term: 11 weeks) 

Master of Arts 

in International Business 

in Hotel & Tourism Management 

9 months 6 months (optional) 

Postgraduate Diploma in 

International Hospitality Management 

Paid internship 

in Switzerland or worldwide 

(minimum monthly gross salary 

in Switzerland: CHF 2,168) 

Select a Master degree 

You can continue your education in the Master programme that fits best to your career aspirations. 

The Postgraduate Diploma/Master courses awarded 

by César Ritz Colleges Switzerland are accredited by 

the State of Valais Department of Education, Culture 

and Sport, Switzerland. 

Brig Campus or Manchester Metropolitan University 

6 months full time 

or off-campus 12 months part time 

Master of Science in International 

Hospitality Management 

In addition, all Master courses are validated by 

Manchester Metropolitan University (UK). You 

will therefore receive both Swiss and British 

recognized degrees. 


exPlore Your 

international 

management 

oPtions 

“César Ritz Colleges has great contact with 

the industry, leading recruiters and key brands.” 

Armin Hies (Germany) 

Resident Manager, Kempinski Hotel, Aqaba, Jordan 


aChelor of 

international business 

hotel and tourism management 

This business oriented programme is ideal for those seeking a career in the international 

hospitality and tourism industry. Study the first two years in the environment that fits you 

best, combine practical courses and management subjects with a focus on research and 

consultancy in the last year. Choose from a wide choice of electives allowing you to specialize 

in a particular field of interest and graduate with a world-class Swiss and American Bachelor 

degree. Ideal for graduates to enter the industry at management level. 

Year 1 

Professional Centre 

Le Bouveret Campus or 


Term 1 (11 weeks) 

• Introduction to Hospitality & 

Tourism Management 

• Computer Applications for Hospitality 

• Communication for Hospitality 

Professionals 1 

• Introduction to Nutritional & 

Food Science 

• Industry Experience - First Steps 

to Success 

• Food Service Theory & Practice 1 

• Language 1 (Fre/Ger/Spa) 


• Food Service Theory & Practice 2 

• Communication for Hospitality 

Professionals 2 

• Wine & Beverage Management 

• Mathematics for Hospitality 

• Language 2 (Fre/Ger/Spa) 

Six-month paid internship 

in Switzerland 

Swiss Certificate 

in Hotel & Restaurant 

Operations 

Examples of electives 

Year 3 

• International Business 

• Brand Management 

• International Marketing 

• Entrepreneurship 

• Accounting & Cultures 

Electives may vary each term and are 

subject to availability. 

Year 2 


Le Bouveret Campus or 



• Front Office Management 

• Contemporary Global Tourism Issues 

• Revenue Management 

• Financial Accounting 

• Macroeconomics 


• Statistics for Hospitality Managers 

• Managerial Accounting in Hospitality 

• Hospitality & Tourism Law 

• Microeconomics 

• Facilities Management 

Apply for Washington State 

University admission and College 

of Business certification 


• Cultural Diversity in Hospitality 

• International Politics 

• Business Ethics 

• Food Service Management & Events 

• Geotourism 


*In partnership with 

Year 3 

University Centre 

Brig Campus 


• Travelling Cultures: Tourism in 

Global Perspective 

• Hospitality Operations & 

Supply Management 

• Finance for Hospitality Managers 

• Hospitality Marketing 

• Hospitality Consultancy Project 1 

Swiss Higher Diploma 

in Hotel & Tourism 

Management 


• Principles of Management 

• Job Search - Securing the Next 

Opportunity 

• Hospitality Leadership & 

Organizational Behaviour 

• Operational Analysis 


• Elective (see examples) 


• Strategic Hospitality Management 

• Social Psychology of Hospitality 

• Human Resource Management 

• Labour Economics 


• Elective (see examples) 

Bachelor of International 

Business in Hotel & 

Tourism Management 

Bachelor of Arts in 

Hospitality Business 

Management* 


imagine a Career 

that taKes You 

all oVer the world 

“The key to success is passion.” 

Katja Marshall (Switzerland) 

Food and Beverage Manager, Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Switzerland 


Postgraduate diPloma 

international hosPitalitY management 

The Postgraduate Diploma is designed for university graduates or candidates with 

extensive work experience at managerial level who are seeking to change industry 

or advance an existing career. The programme provides the foundation and knowledge 

to further your education with one of our two Master degree programmes, validated 

by Manchester Metropolitan University (UK). 


Brig Campus 


• Food & Beverage Management* 

• Information Technology & E-Business* 

• Gastronomy 

Students working towards either 

Master degree may choose to do an 

optional internship after completion 

of their Postgraduate Diploma. 

Internships in Switzerland require 

three levels of German or French. 


Brig Campus 


• Management Accounting & Finance* 

• Consumer Behaviour & Strategic 

Marketing* 

• Tourism & Cruise Industry 


• Human Resource Management & 

Organizational Behaviour* 

• Research Methods* 

• Sustainable Tourism 

* Double-weighted subjects 


(optional) 

Postgraduate Diploma 

in International 


Continue towards 

a Master degree 

Further your education with 

one of our two Master degree 

programmes which fit best to 

your career aspirations. 


adVanCe Your exeCutiVe 

Career in the international 

business arena 

“I recruit people for the entire 

hospitality industry in Vietnam.” 

Son Xuan Nguyen (Vietnam) 

Consultant Sales and Marketing, Manpower, Hanoi / Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 


master of arts 

international business in hotel 

and tourism management 

This challenging Master degree programme will satisfy the academic, professional 

and personal needs of candidates seeking top management careers in the hospitality 

industry. The Master of Arts, which is validated by Manchester Metropolitan University 

(UK), aims to assist candidates in achieving their entrepreneurship and leadership potential 

through business-plan projects, network and personal coaching. 


Brig Campus 





Students may choose to do an optional 

internship after completion of their 

Postgraduate Diploma. 




Brig Campus 




Marketing* 









(optional) 





Brig Campus 


Business Plan Project – 

development and presentation of 

a realistic business strategy 

Master of Arts 

in International Business 

in Hotel & Tourism 

Management 

In partnership with 


Challenge Your 

management methods 

and CritiCal thinKing 

“My very first experience as a General Manager 

and I was only 28 years old!” 

Eva Codina Candelich (Spain) 

Deputy General Manager, Relais Villa d’Amelia, Piedmont, Italy 


master of sCienCe 

international hosPitalitY management 

This Master of Science which is validated by Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) 

in the UK is an academically rigorous programme that develops critical thinking and the 

problem-solving skills required for management-level positions. It is designed to expand 

candidates’ aspirations in management development, consultancy, research, education and 

training, and the foundation for continuing for a PhD. 


Brig Campus 





Students may choose to do an optional 

internship after completion of their 

Postgraduate Diploma. 




Brig Campus 




Marketing* 









(optional) 





Brig Campus 

15,000-word dissertation supervised by 

two faculty members with a final 

assessment by an MMU Exam Board. 

Students may choose one of the following 

options: 

• Six months (full-time) at the Brig 

Campus or at MMU in the UK 

• 12 months (part-time upon application) 

with the first 11 weeks on the 

Brig Campus and complete dissertation 

off campus abroad 

Master of Science in 

International Hospitality 

Management 

In partnership with 


Overseas students transfer options 

We offer a smooth and easy transfer for students from our partner 

schools who wish to complete part of their study programme in 


dual 

CountrY 

exPerienCe 

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland has 

developed a worldwide network of partner 

schools and universities, providing you with 

the opportunity to complete part of your 

Bachelor programme overseas. 

Year 1 | Le Bouveret/Lucerne Year 2 | Partner School Year 3 | Brig 

If you are interested in adventure tourism or extreme sports, you could spend a year in the adventure 

capital of the world: Queenstown, New Zealand. 

Do you have a passion for event management, retail or property services? Sydney provides the perfect 

cosmopolitan location to experience life on the other side of the world. While those of you keen to explore 

the United Arab Emirates will enjoy our transfer option to Abu Dhabi. 

Switzerland. The duration of study and the final qualification differ 

for each of our academic partners. Talk to our admissions team to 

explore the best for your career aspirations. 

USA 

Mexico 

Guatemala 

Colombia 

Iceland 

UK 

Switzerland 

Russia 

United Arab Emirates 

India 

Thailand 

Australia 

New Zealand

ePutation and 

industrY reCognition 

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland has a reputation for providing quality and excellence in 

hotel and tourism management education. Our world-class academic partnerships guarantee 

you academic rigour and our international certifications ensure up-to-date programmes with 

industry trends and requirements. 

The degrees/diplomas awarded by César Ritz Colleges are 

accredited and recognized in Switzerland and worldwide. 

Swiss recognized 

All degrees/diplomas are accredited by the State of Valais. The 

accreditation authority is the ‘Conseil de la Formation et de la 

Recherche Universitaires (CoFRU)’, established under the auspices 

of the State of Valais Department of Education, Culture and Sport, 

Switzerland. 

Professional and academic quality standards ensured 

César Ritz Colleges is recognized by the Swiss Hotel School 

Association (ASEH). It is the only association in Switzerland 

that evaluates and recognizes hotel schools and imposes strict 

eligibility requirements. 

Quality of education certified 

EduQua ensures the quality of educational institutions by setting 

minimum standards and supports quality improvements in its 

certified institutions. 

United Nations World Tourism Organization certified 

We are the only Swiss hotel school to receive the prestigious 

TedQual certification from the United Nations World Tourism 

Organization (UNWTO). 

American partnership 

In over 25 years of academic partnership, César Ritz Colleges and 

Washington State University have developed a strong academic 

collaboration. Bachelor students graduate with a Washington State 

University degree. The College of Business within Washington State 

University is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate 

Schools of Business (AACSB International) and repeatedly ranked 

among the best business programmes worldwide. 

British validated 

All Master courses are validated by Manchester Metropolitan 

University (UK). Students in these courses therefore receive both 

Swiss and British recognized diplomas. MMU is highly regarded 

throughout the world for its contribution to hospitality and tourism 

research. It has been ranked among the best universities worldwide. 

United Nations World 

Tourism Organization 

UNWTO has developed the TedQual certification 

system to establish a quality standard for tourism 

education and training systems, and has smoothed 

the way towards greater pedagogic productivity in 

tourism. 


Planning 

Your Career 

Our dedicated career team works with one single objective: to ensure that each of our 

students has access to the best possible opportunities within the hospitality industry. 

We assist you by giving your career a head start. 

“My training was the best and included 

successful internships at the Fairmont 

Le Montreux Palace in Switzerland and 

The Ritz-Carlton Abama Golf & Spa Resort, 

Tenerife, Spain.” 

All our programmes combine theoretical coursework with 

practical internships, giving you the chance to put into practise 

the skills you learn during tutorials and workshops. Nothing 

prepares you better for your career than ‘hands-on’ experience 

in a real-life working environment. 

Preparing for your professional life 

You will be guided through every aspect of the employment 

process, from developing your résumé and cover letter, to practising 

interview skills and learning how best to present yourself. 

Paid internships in Switzerland 

Thanks to César Ritz Colleges’ strong industry links, our 

dedicated career team works diligently to place students in a 

variety of different establishments; from international five-star 

hotel chains in major cities such as Geneva and Zurich to family- 

owned boutique hotels in prestigious Swiss resorts such as 

Zermatt and St. Moritz. 


Worldwide internships 

If you dream of travelling the world and experiencing 

different cultures, our worldwide network can help you find 

internships across the globe. We offer placements in rapidly 

developing cities like Dubai or Shanghai to more traditional 

destinations such as London and Paris, or even exotic resorts 

like Tanzania. So prepare to live your dream! 

Antonella Miglionico (Italy) “What a great experience! To work in an 

internationally renowned hotel chain and 

an amazing opportunity to practise the 

subjects I’ve studied.” 

We have a 100% success rate in Switzerland for 

finding students appropriate internships in the hotel 

and tourism industry with more than 80% of our 

students placed in four-star and five-star hotels. 

Julius Anders (Germany) 

with alumnus and Front Office Manager, 

Klaus Spiekermann, during Julius’ internship 

at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

International career trips 

Each year, we organize an international career trip so that you 

can really experience the ‘hotspots’ of the hotel and tourism 

industry. Designed to inform and inspire career choices, each 

tour combines a number of behind-the-scenes hotel visits, 

presentations, interviews with human resources personnel, 

alumni meetings and educational trips to tourist attractions. 

It is a great way of giving you first-hand experience of what 

it would be like to live and work overseas, and an invaluable 

indicator of whether a particular location is the right place for 

you to succeed professionally. 

Recruiting on campus 

Throughout the year both campuses host a wide variety of 

companies representing over 1,000 hotels, cruise ships and 

other hospitality organizations. 

In 2010, company representatives recruited for 

around 400 positions exclusively from the ranks 

of our students and alumni. Participating students 

received an average of three to four job offers per 

person! 

“César Ritz students are a perfect fit 

for many of our properties.” 

Sandra Delgadillo, Director of Welcome Office 

Richard Faeh, Corporate Chef 

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide 


international 

reCruitment forum 

Twice a year, César Ritz students are given the opportunity to meet with hospitality industry 

leaders from around the world at the International Recruitment Forum. 

The International Recruitment Forum is organized by SEG, Swiss 

Education Group and takes place in March and October and welcomes 

hotel groups, boutique hotels, resorts, airlines, cruise lines 

and many other hospitality industry groups. With over 50 companies 

represented, this event is the perfect opportunity to develop your 

career. 

At the Forum, you will attend presentations, meet with industry 

representatives and can be interviewed and recruited for full-time 

employment after graduation as well as internship positions. 

SEG has created this major event after considering industry 

recommendations, which is one of the reasons the world’s largest 

hospitality employers do not miss this unique opportunity to 

come to Montreux to meet the managers of tomorrow. 

The participation of employers from around the world highlights 

the reputation and recognition of César Ritz Colleges by industry 

leaders. 

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The International Recruitment Forum held 

in the Montreux Music and Convention 

Centre in October 2011 welcomed 130 

recruiters representing 54 companies over 

the two days.


whY studY 

in switzerland? 

Switzerland offers you the very best in education and lifestyle. It is the ideal option for 

international students who wish to study abroad as it is renowned for the high quality 

of life, has a central location and is the birthplace of tourism. 


Swiss quality of life 

Switzerland is an extremely safe country, 

with high level healthcare and a high 

quality of life. Its natural beauty, cultural 

and linguistic diversity, and the Swiss 

reputation for excellence and professionalism, 

all add to its attributes. 

In the heart of Europe 

Tourism is a very important economic 

activity in Switzerland. The transport and 

tourism infrastructure is also among the 

best in the world making it very easy and 

comfortable to travel around the country. 

Major Swiss cities are located within 

one to three hours by train, car or boat! 

Centrally located in Europe, Switzerland 

gives you the opportunity to visit and experience 

other European cities, such as 

Paris, London and Milan! 

The birthplace of tourism 

Where else study hotel and tourism 

management than in its birthplace? 

Switzerland, is often referred to as the 

birthplace of hospitality. Before becoming 

“The King of Hoteliers and The Hotelier of 

Kings”, César Ritz chose to leave his home 

in Niederwald, just a few kilometers away 

from Brig, to go abroad to gain knowledge 

and experience. César Ritz then decided to 

return to Switzerland and took over the 

management of the hotel National in 

Lucerne. His tradition of luxury, excellence 

and service has set the standard for hotels 

and restaurants throughout the world. 


multi-CamPus 

exPerienCe 

César Ritz Colleges is a school with three great campuses! Located throughout Switzerland, 

the birthplace of hospitality, our campuses allow you to discover both the French and the 

German parts of Switzerland. 

Le Bouveret Campus – on the shores of Lake Geneva 

The Professional Centre César Ritz, is situated in a small Frenchspeaking 

town and summer resort called Le Bouveret lying 

conveniently near the major city of Geneva and important towns 

of Montreux and Lausanne. The campus is located in a magnificent 

building dating back to the early 1900’s, just minutes from the town 

centre. Our new campus extension provides 100 fully equipped 

single superior deluxe rooms and state-of-the-art kitchen facilities. 

Brig Campus – at the foot of the Matterhorn 

The University Centre César Ritz is situated in the town of 

Brig-Glis, the largest German-speaking town in the Valais 

region, with famous ski resorts such as Zermatt and Saas-Fee 

on its doorstep. Brig’s charming cobblestoned centre is located 

within walking distance, as well as the central train station where 

trains can take you to Bern in one hour or to Milan in less than two. 


Lucerne Campus – in central Switzerland 

The César Ritz Campus is located in the heart of the city of 

Lucerne in the magnificent ‘Union’ building that was built in 

the 1900s and that underwent major renovations to welcome 

students in modern facilities. Lucerne is located on the shores of 

Lake Lucerne, only 45 minutes away from Zurich by train or by 

car. Lucerne is a world-renowned tourism destination, known for 

its culture and modern convention centre. 

“My learning experience was made 

so much better thanks to the latest 

technologies used in our classrooms.” 

Gabriela Herrera (El Salvador)

Academic facilities 

The multi-campus approach balances theoretical and practical 

learning resources in a combination of traditional and stateof-the-art 

facilities: from the latest PC’s, to projectors and 

electronic whiteboards in the classroom, right through to 

lecture theatres, production kitchens, a formal dining room 

and the campus buildings themselves. Students practise service 

styles, banquet and event management skills both on and off 

campus on special occasions and at community service events. 

Each campus has its own modern library providing access to a vast 

collection of books and research materials. An innovative online 

facility allows students to search for and reserve materials, and 

also offers access to an extensive collection of electronic resources. 

Accommodation 

Our student accommodation is designed to offer you the comfort 

and privacy needed in which to study or relax. Bedrooms are 

spacious, modern and comfortable, many are en-suites with 

showers, and all are furnished with a desk, office chair, ample 

storage and wardrobe space. 

At the Le Bouveret Campus, double standard rooms are included 

in the standard package. Brand new single superior deluxe rooms 

are available at an additional charge. 

In Lucerne, the campus offers double standard rooms as well 

as deluxe rooms right in the heart of the city and only minutes 

from Lake Lucerne. 

In Brig we offer single deluxe and double rooms. Themis & 

Xenius is our environment-friendly student lodging with 216 

single deluxe rooms (included in the fees in Brig). Single superior 

deluxe rooms are available at an additional charge. 


friends for life 

At César Ritz Colleges Switzerland, learning continues beyond the classroom walls. 

There are excellent opportunities to participate in social and sporting activities throughout 

Switzerland and Europe. Many of these activities are organized by the Student Committee 

and the Student Activities Coordinator. 

Within easy walking distance from all campuses, you will find a 

variety of local restaurants, bars, banks and interesting shops. 

We encourage students to get out and experience local culture, 

participate in traditional celebrations and become part of the 

local community. 

Social activities 

Everyone needs to unwind after a busy study schedule, so each 

campus has areas for you to meet fellow students and relax, 

from coffee lounges to entertainment areas and your very own 

private student bars. 

Social activities provide you an opportunity to get to know 

your fellow students away from the campus environment and 

can often develop your professional knowledge. The Student 

Committee organizes events such as the weekly theme nights 

and excursions to tourist attractions, visits to famous cities, 

exhibitions and industry trade shows in Switzerland and beyond. 


Sporting activities 

Sport and physical activity play an important role in your 

overall health and well-being. We therefore provide you with fully 

equipped fitness rooms and outdoor sports facilities, including 

a private football field in Le Bouveret and basketball and volleyball 

courts in Brig. Joining a sports team will create new lasting 

friendships, develop your team spirit skills and keep you fit! 

Switzerland is famous for its beautiful natural sports playgrounds, 

all of which are easily accessed from either campus. Its famous 

mountains, valleys and lakes offer you year-round opportunities 

for individual and team sporting activities such as sailing, golf, 

biking, skating and paragliding. During the winter, you can 

easily reach the ski slopes by car, train or local buses.

a worldwide 

alumni networK 

We believe that time spent at César Ritz Colleges holds a special place in the hearts of our 

students. It equips them with the skills for a successful career and they leave with many 

memories and friendships from their stay with us. 

“Swiss hotel education provides the fundamentals 

for gearing towards an exciting and 

successful hospitality career, and one that 

develops and grooms future industry leaders.” 

Depesh Seth (Malaysia) 

General Manager, Sheraton Xian Hotel, Shaanxi, China 

César Ritz family spirit 

Today, César Ritz Colleges Switzerland is proud to count over 

12,000 graduates from more than 60 countries as members of 

our alumni network as well as those DCT alumni. Our alumni hold 

prestigious positions in a variety of industries across the globe and 

many are active in our 38 worldwide alumni chapters. 

The César Ritz family brings graduates together, providing a social 

and professional framework for networking and maintaining 

friendships that flourished on campus. Wherever you end up 

in the world, you are sure to find a member of the César Ritz 

Colleges family to welcome you with open arms and fond 

memories of their time in Switzerland. 

Boost your prospects 

Our extensive alumni association provides networking opportun- 

ities for all our current and former students, opening the doors 

to the hidden employment market. 

As many alumni are already in positions of power within the hotel 

and tourism industry, these high-ranking professionals are potential 

employers for our graduating students. They appreciate the quality 

of the education, experiences and life skills gained at César Ritz 

Colleges, and the valuable assets that a fellow graduate can 

bring to their team and business. 


swiss eduCation grouP 

César Ritz Colleges is a member of SEG, Swiss Education Group, a network of Switzerland’s 

leading hotel and hospitality management schools. A recent survey of international 

hospitality recruiters has ranked the SEG schools among the Top 10 in the world. 

Students at all SEG schools benefit from the 

“6 SEG Advantages” that make SEG schools 

the ultimate choice for students seeking a 

career in hotel and hospitality management. 

1. Swiss owned 

All SEG schools are officially registered in Switzerland and are 

100% Swiss owned, which ensures that your education is based 

on the renowned Swiss hospitality tradition and your qualifications 

will be recognized worldwide. 

2. Academic quality assurance 

All SEG schools are subject to the stringent academic quality 

standards expected of Swiss institutions. Close ties to leading 

hospitality companies ensure that the academic programmes 

meet the needs of the industry while partnerships with other 

universities allow you to earn a British or American degree along 

with your Swiss qualification. 

3. SEG English Foundation Programme 

SEG wants you to succeed in your studies! The SEG English 

Foundation Programme is a great way to improve your English 

level and prepare you to enter your desired hospitality 

programme in any of the SEG schools. 


4. SEG Graduate Placement Services and Alumni 

Graduates of SEG schools are in high demand on the international 

job market! SEG enjoys strong links with many of 

the world’s leading hospitality companies and students have 

direct contact with these organizations at the SEG International 

Recruitment Forum and regular on-campus recruitment events. 

Alumni chapters around the world help graduates stay in touch 

and expand their networking opportunities. 

5. State-of-the-art facilities and services 

The learning environment plays an important role in your learning 

outcome. SEG schools offer a wide range of services including social 

care, medical assistance, student support centres, sports and leisure 

activities, and the best facilities for hotel management studies in 

Switzerland. 

6. Lower investment 

SEG schools have adapted their study programmes to the needs 

of international students. The intensive Bachelor programmes 

can therefore be completed in only three years, including two 

internships, which means a lower investment and an earlier start 

to your career.

CulinarY 

institute 

switzerland 

Ready for a spicy career? At the Culinary 

Institute Switzerland, you will combine practical 

kitchen skills with modern management 

method classes to help prepare you for a 

successful and creative culinary career! 

Located on the César Ritz Campuses of 

Lucerne and Le Bouveret, the Culinary 

Institute Switzerland is the perfect place for 

your culinary dreams to come true! 

The Institute combines small hands-on classes and the personal 

attention of internationally experienced chef instructors with 

the opportunity to develop your leadership skills. The Institute 

chefs are passionate professionals with experience gathered 

from renowned Michelin-starred restaurants and five-star hotels 

around the globe. The perfect recipe for a successful and 

creative culinary career! 

Flexible study options 

Choose the study duration that suits your needs; from one term 

courses to the three-year Bachelor programme, the choice is 

yours! 

State-of-the-art facilities 

On both our campuses, you’ll enjoy brand new facilities to 

ensure you get the most out of your studies. 

www.CulinarYinstitute.Ch 


imProVe Your business 

english CommuniCation 

A key component of your success within the hospitality industry and within our education 

system is the ability to communicate in more than one language and, most importantly, 

in English. 

The English Foundation Programme 

offered by Swiss Education Group is an 

ideal way to strengthen your English 

language skills before commencing your 

academic studies at César Ritz Colleges. 

Your English level will be tested upon 

arrival using the Oxford Online Placement 

Test (OOPT) in order to tailor the programme 

to your individual requirements. 

The length of the programme depends on 

your personal English level and motivation, 

with the main objective of achieving 

the required score to enter your desired 

hospitality programme. 

The English Foundation Programme runs 

throughout the year in four-week blocks. 

You may enter the programme at any 

point but must complete a minimum of 4 

and a maximum of 20 weeks. 


The programme offers students a minimum 

of 20 hours of English instruction 

per week and covers the following subject 

areas: 


Le Bouveret Campus 

Programme 

• English for Academic Purposes 

• Structured Writing & Grammar 

• Learning Strategies & 

Study Techniques 

• Reading & Text Analysis 

• Communication Skills 

• Critical Thinking & Analysis 

• General Hospitality Knowledge 

• Hospitality Visits

Join the César ritz familY 

We hope that this brochure inspired you, whether you are leaving school and exploring your 

career options or already employed and seeking to improve your career prospects. We are 

looking forward to welcoming you to the family and helping you make the most out of your 

future. We hope to be hearing from you soon! 

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Mission Statement 

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland offers world-class 

hospitality business education. 

Our priorities are academic rigour, Swiss professional 

training, multicultural awareness and a caring approach 

to the personal development of our students. 

We are proud of our worldwide network of hospitality 

employers and alumni. 

Our graduates are industry professionals and leaders 

who exceed customer and employer expectations 

through their persistent dedication to excellence. 

The content of this publication and expenses, which are reviewed 

in January, may be subject to change without prior notice. 

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Contact: 

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland 

Admissions Office 

1897 Le Bouveret, Switzerland 

Tel. +41 24 482 82 82 

Fax +41 24 482 88 99 

admissions@ritz.edu 

www.ritz.edu 

Our campuses: 

Professional Centre César Ritz 

Route Cantonale 51 

1897 Le Bouveret, Switzerland 

Tel. +41 24 482 82 82 

César Ritz, Lucerne Campus 

Löwenstrasse 16 

6003 Lucerne, Switzerland 

Tel. +41 41 399 00 00 

University Centre César Ritz 

Englisch-Gruss-Strasse 43 

3902 Brig, Switzerland 

Tel. +41 27 922 04 04 

Lucerne 

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