The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Specialization in Hospitality Management at AUS prepares students for international careers in the fast-growing hospitality, tourism, luxury services, events, and customer-focused business sectors.
The program combines a strong foundation in business administration with practical hospitality knowledge, giving students the skills to understand how successful service organizations operate. Through industry-relevant modules such as Food and Beverage, Rooms Division, Cost Control, and Yield Management, students learn how to manage operations, improve guest experiences, support business performance, and make effective decisions in real-world settings.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration
AUS: Hospitality Management
TU: International Business
September, January, April
3 Years
9 Academic Terms (Including Internship)
Full-Time
135 CH | 225 ECTS
AUS combines strong business fundamentals with practical, hands-on learning. Students develop strategic thinking, problem-solving, leadership, communication, and teamwork skills while learning from experienced faculty who bring real-world industry insights into the classroom.
The Hospitality Management specialization blends business education with industry-focused training through modules such as Food & Beverage, Cost Control, Rooms Division, and Yield Management, preparing students with the practical skills needed for successful careers in the global hospitality sector.
Three years · nine academic terms · 135 CH | 225 ECTS. A traditional hospitality management pathway integrated with management.
Core foundations across management, accounting, economics, and business communication.
Applied finance, law, and operations alongside the first specialization and professional work.
Strategy, analytics, electives.
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at AUS is offered as a dual degree in collaboration with Tiffin University in the United States. Through this partnership, bachelor's students have the opportunity to graduate with two degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from AUS and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Tiffin University.
To complete the dual degree pathway, students must successfully complete the required AUS and Tiffin University courses. Students complete AUS courses on campus in Switzerland, while Tiffin University courses may be delivered on campus or remotely.
Upon successful completion of the dual degree program, students graduate in their chosen specialization with a BSBA from AUS and a BBA from Tiffin University. Tiffin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission in the United States, supporting the international credibility and recognition of the degree pathway.
This package includes accommodation in a shared room with shared bathroom located on the floor. Other room options are available at an additional fee.
Swiss mandatory LAMal basic coverage, arranged on your behalf.
Public transport pass covering your daily commute from school accommodation to campus.
The Swiss residence permit fees as outlined by the local cantonal authorities.
With a 7:1 student-to-staff ratio and classes limited to 20 students, you receive personal attention, direct career guidance, and meaningful interaction with faculty and classmates.
Earn two separate degrees at the same time. This gives graduates a stronger international profile and helps them stand out in competitive job markets across Europe, the US, and beyond.
Top Ranked by the QS World University Rankings. 5-Star Rated for Teaching and class experience.
Build practical business skills through specialization modules, industry visits, guest speakers, and networking opportunities with business leaders.
Collaborations with top tier companies such as Apple, IBM and Anthropic allow for students to earn professional certifications.
With a student body representing more than 40 nationalities, AUS offers a truly international learning environment.
Finding housing in Switzerland can be challenging, especially for international students. AUS helps make the move easier by offering safe, high-quality accommodation options near our campus.
Our campus is located in the Swiss Riviera, on Lake Geneva and offers access to over 850 multinational company headquarters.
Students who excel in the practical labs that are part of the hospitality specialization can apply for a paid internship — a required, core part of the program.
The internship gives students hands-on experience in a real hospitality setting, covering everything from guest relations to day-to-day business operations. It appears on the official transcript, and students write a short reflective report on what they learned. Internship plans must be shared with the school at least four weeks in advance.
After successful completion of the Hospitality program, graduates may pursue a variety of career paths within the hospitality, tourism, luxury services, and customer experience sectors. The program equips students with the business knowledge, operational understanding, and practical service skills needed to take on roles across key areas of hospitality management.
Responsible for managing guest services, reception operations, reservations, check-in and check-out processes, and overall guest satisfaction.
Oversees restaurant, bar, catering, and banquet operations, managing service quality, staff performance, and cost control.
Focuses on maximizing hotel revenue through pricing strategies, demand forecasting, occupancy analysis, and market trends.
Manages housekeeping teams, room standards, cleanliness, inventory, scheduling, and quality control.
Help organizations plan budgets, control costs, measure performance, and improve operational efficiency.
Ensures that guests receive a high-quality and personalized experience throughout their stay.
Oversees front office, housekeeping, reservations, and related guest service departments.
Supports the planning and delivery of conferences, weddings, corporate events, and private functions.
These career paths allow graduates to apply their hospitality knowledge in both traditional hotel environments and broader service-focused industries where customer experience, operational excellence, and business thinking are essential.
Alongside their dual degree, students can earn certifications through AUS partnerships with leading technology firms in AI, digital tools, and data analytics.
