MSc in International Hospitality Managementemlyon business school

The MSc in International Hospitality Management is a program jointly delivered by emlyon business school and Institut Lyfe, designed to equip students with the skills to master the business of hospitality through international experience, innovation, and French excellence.

The study program is a full-time Master of Science degree, accredited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles. It offers a dual campus experience combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on opportunities through real industry projects, learning trips, and partnerships with leading hospitality brands. Students benefit from global exposure through a diverse cohort, international faculty, and field trips to global hospitality companies. The curriculum is innovation-driven, keeping pace with emerging trends in technology and sustainability, and prepares students to lead in a rapidly evolving industry.

The program has two entry tracks: the Business Track for hospitality graduates and the Hospitality Track for students from other backgrounds. The curriculum is co-designed by experts from Institut Lyfe and emlyon business school, enabling students to become hospitality experts. It combines cutting-edge academic knowledge with practical experience through group projects, business simulations, professional missions, and immersive experiences.

The program is structured over 12 or 24 months. The 24-month program includes a minimum of 8 months of professional experience and a maximum of 10+ months. The 12-month program includes 4 to 6 months of professional experience.

Year 1 includes two semesters. Semester 1 focuses on fundamentals, with tailored learning paths: the Business Track for hospitality graduates and the Hospitality Track for students from other fields. Semester 2 focuses on applied hospitality immersion, with courses like New Trends in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship in Hospitality, and Project Management. It also includes a Capstone Project and a Hospitality Leadership Learning Trip to Paris. An optional 4-month internship follows.

Year 2 includes two semesters. Semester 1 focuses on Advanced Hospitality Management with modules on Talent & Operations, Customer Focus, Design & Innovation, and Professional Leadership & Development, including a learning trip to London. Semester 2 focuses on Strategic Business & Global Perspectives, with modules on Strategic Business, International Business Models (including a global seminar with a trip to a hospitality hub like Shanghai or Las Vegas), and Professional Leadership & Development. A mandatory 4- to 6-month internship and professional thesis conclude the program.

Graduates are prepared for high-impact roles across the global hospitality sector and beyond, including in large hospitality groups, consulting firms, luxury brands, hotel chains, or entrepreneurial ventures. Key recruiters for this program include ACCOR, Marriott International, Mandarin Oriental, and Four Seasons Hotel. Sectors of activity for graduates include Tourism & Hospitality (66.7%), Consultancy firms (7.4%), and Real Estate (5.6%). The net employment rate at 3 months is 86%, reaching 94.6% at 6 months, with an average starting salary of €43,500.

Targeted jobs include Hotel & Resort Manager, F&B Manager, Culinary Concept Developer, Revenue Manager, Sales Manager, Guest Experience Manager, Brand Manager, Project Manager in Hospitality or Tourism, Luxury Hospitality Consultant, Innovation & Service Design Specialist, and Entrepreneur.

Admission requires a minimum of a 3-year Bachelor's degree for Year 1 entry and a 4-year Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree with a strong background in hospitality for Year 2 entry. A strong command of English (equivalent to C1) is essential. The admissions process involves submitting an application file, completing digital tests, and receiving an admission decision. The application fee is €120.

Tuition fees for the 2027-2028 academic year are €32,900 for the 2-year course (entry in Year 1) and €27,700 for the 1-year course (entry in Year 2). These fees include tuition, international period costs, travel for field trips, enrollment and administrative fees, Career Center services, and lifelong alumni network membership. They do not include accommodation, personal computer hardware, books, or optional courses.

Scholarships are available, including individual scholarships, excellence scholarships (based on GMAT/GRE/Tage Mage scores), Dean's Choice scholarships (up to 35% of tuition), early bird scholarships (10% reduction), and CROUS scholarship waivers (5% to 50% of tuition). Other scholarships may be available through the French Embassy or Campus France.

The program is delivered on-site across emlyon's campus and Institut Lyfe's campus in Lyon, with international components. Lyon is described as France's second-largest student city, offering a rich academic, cultural, and social experience.