Master the business of global hospitality

The MSc in International Hospitality Management is a program for students aiming for an international career in hospitality. Jointly offered by emlyon business school and Institut Lyfe, it combines academic training with practical experience, live industry projects, and internships. Innovation, sustainability, cultural diversity, and career readiness are at the heart of the experience. You’ll graduate ready to step into roles in hotel groups, luxury brands, consulting firms or to launch your own entrepreneurial project.

  • Taught in English
     
  • Program in 12 or 24 months, including at least 4-to-months of intership/work placement
     
  • Lyon campus, with international periods
     
  • For students holding a Bachelor’s Degree minimum
     
  • Next Intake: September 2026

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Hospitality Management

Learn hospitality from renowned institutions

Dual campus journey combining business excellence at emlyon business school and hospitality expertise at Institut Lyfe (No. 1 in France for over 10 years).

Hospitality innovation

Innovation-driven curriculum

The program stays abreast of the latest trends in technology and sustainability, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to lead in a fast-evolving hospitality landscape.

Build a global network

Gain international experience and a global network

Students benefit from a diverse cohort and rich intercultural interactions, an international Faculty, along with a period abroad and field trips to global hospitality companies, preparing them for international career opportunities.

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Launch your career in international hospitality

Career Center emlyon

Career Center & alumni


Career support from day one, including workshops, coaching, and digital resources

Conferences and thematic programs for skill development

Access to a global network of 48,000 alumni for guidance and job opportunities

Careers after this program

Careers after this MSc

  • Hotel & Resort Manager
  • F&B Manager - Culinary Concept Developer
  • Revenue or Sales Manager
  • Guest Experience
  • Brand Manager
  • Project Manager in Hospitality or Tourism
  • Luxury Hospitality Consultant
Top companies that hire students

Job placement statistics


Net employment rate at 6 months: 98%

Average starting salary: €47,000

Main recruiters: ACCOR, Marriott International, Mandarin OrientalFour Seasons Hotel, Intercontinental Hotels Group PLC, Le Plaza Athenee, HYATT, The Hoxton Paris, Okko Hotels

Diplômés PGE 2024 - emlyon business school

I wanted to complement my operational knowledge from earlier studies with a strong business focus. The MSc in International Hospitality Management allowed me to combine my passion for hospitality management with an in-depth education in finance and management.

 

Agathe
Graduate of the MSc in International Hospitality Management | 19-20 cohort

Join a top-ranked international business school

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As one of Europe’s leading business schools, emlyon combines academic rigor with a strong international outlook. Ranked among the top business schools by the Financial Times, it offers students access to renowned faculty, a global network of corporate and academic partners, and programs designed to meet the evolving demands of the job market.

The Master of Science programs at emlyon are accredited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE), a prestigious French label that attests to academic excellence, selective admissions, and strong professional integration.

2nd in France
Global Employability University ranking
Times Higher Education 2025
Top 11
European Business Schools
Financial Times 2024
48,000 alumni
in 130 countries
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