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EHL Hospitality Business School
MSc in Hospitality Management
EHL Hospitality Business School
Course Overview
EHL Hospitality Business School (formerly École hôtelière de Lausanne) is the world's #1-ranked hospitality and leisure management institution (QS subject rankings, multiple years running) — the original hospitality school, founded in 1893, and the benchmark for the global luxury-hospitality industry. Its MSc in Global Hospitality Management is an advanced, business-focused Master's covering strategy, finance, real estate, marketing, and leadership for the hospitality and service economy, taught in English from EHL's Lausanne campus with strong international employer connections.
Sri Lankan applicants — hospitality, tourism, and business graduates aiming for senior careers in luxury hospitality — choose EHL for: an unrivalled industry brand, a powerful global alumni network, English-medium delivery, and Switzerland's 6-month post-study job-search permit. Given the importance of tourism and luxury hospitality to Sri Lanka, an EHL credential is highly distinctive. The MSc suits those targeting leadership in hotels and resorts, hospitality consulting, real estate and asset management, and luxury and service businesses. Note: EHL is a premium-priced private institution — scholarships and financing are important to plan for.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle A recognised Bachelor's degree (typically 180 ECTS) in any discipline; hospitality / business background is an advantage but not required for all tracks.
- check_circle Sri Lankan applicants with degrees in Hospitality / Tourism Management, Business, or related fields and strong academic records are competitive.
- check_circle A motivation essay, CV, and references; relevant work or internship experience strengthens the file.
- check_circle An admissions interview as part of the selective process.
- check_circle Certified, translated transcripts and degree certificates.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (no band below 6.0).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall.
- check_circle Cambridge English: C1 Advanced.
- check_circle Programme is taught in English — French not required for the degree.
- check_circle Waived if your Bachelor's was taught and assessed entirely in English (Sri Lankan applicants with English-medium degrees qualify with an MOI letter).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (CHF) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (programme, per year equivalent) | CHF 50,000 | Rs. 18,500,000 |
| Living Expenses in Lausanne (12 months) | CHF 22,000 | Rs. 8,140,000 |
| Student Visa, Residence Permit & Health Insurance | CHF 1,500 | Rs. 555,000 |
| Books & Materials | CHF 800 | Rs. 296,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | CHF 74,300 | Rs. 27,491,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Graduates qualify for Switzerland's 6-month post-study residence permit to seek qualifying employment, converting to a work permit at an offer. EHL graduates are recruited globally by luxury hotel groups (Four Seasons, Marriott, Accor, Hyatt), consulting firms, luxury brands, real estate and hospitality finance, and increasingly tech and service businesses. Sri Lankan returnees route into senior hospitality and resort management, hospitality consulting, asset management, and luxury and service leadership roles, drawing on EHL's powerful alumni network.
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