BHMS - Business & Hotel Management School
BHMS, the Business and Hotel Management School, has trained hospitality professionals in Lucerne, Switzerland since 1998, as part of the Benedict Education Group, one of the largest and longest established education networks in the country.
A campus in the heart of a hospitality capital
Lucerne is one of Switzerland's most visited cities, a lakeside setting that has shaped Swiss hospitality education for well over a century, and BHMS places its students directly within that living industry. Around 1,200 students a year, drawn from dozens of nationalities, prepare for management careers in hotels, hospitality and global business against this genuinely international backdrop.
Degrees built for speed and international recognition
BHMS offers fast track Bachelor of Arts, postgraduate diploma, Master of Science and MBA programmes in international hospitality and global business management, developed in partnership with Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen and York St John University in the United Kingdom. This dual recognition gives graduates a qualification respected on both the Swiss and British sides of the hospitality world.
Studying at BHMS brings together a distinct combination of strengths:
- A campus in Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most iconic hospitality settings
- Fast track degrees developed with Robert Gordon University and York St John University
- Guaranteed internships built into every programme
- A genuinely international student community from dozens of nationalities
- Membership of the wider Benedict Education Group network
A launchpad into global hospitality careers
Graduates move into hotel, hospitality and international business roles around the world, carrying with them the discipline of Swiss hospitality training and the international recognition that comes with dual accredited degrees. For candidates seeking a fast, focused route into global hospitality leadership, BHMS offers a genuinely distinctive Swiss foundation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is headhunting?
Headhunting is the direct, proactive approach of specific professionals for a specific role, rather than waiting for applications. It is common for senior, scarce or confidential positions. CourtesyMasters has practised headhunting and direct sourcing for hospitality since 1999, always discreetly and with respect for everyone involved.
What is a boutique executive search firm?
A boutique executive search firm is a small, specialised practice that takes on a limited number of assignments with senior attention, in contrast to large, volume-driven firms. CourtesyMasters has worked this way since 1999: a dedicated team, deep hospitality roots and personal involvement from first briefing to final placement. Read more about us.
What is the difference between executive search and recruitment?
Recruitment typically fills open vacancies through advertising and applications. Executive search works the other way around: a consultant proactively identifies and approaches accomplished professionals, including those not actively looking, and guides both sides through a confidential, structured process. CourtesyMasters combines both disciplines, always with a hospitality focus.
What is executive search?
Executive search is a specialised form of recruitment for senior and hard-to-fill positions. Instead of waiting for applications, a search partner proactively identifies, approaches and assesses proven professionals, often confidentially. CourtesyMasters has applied this craft exclusively to hospitality since 1999, through a structured six-step methodology. Discover more about executive search services.
How can I report recruitment fraud or impersonation involving CourtesyMasters?
If you receive a suspicious message or offer that claims to come from CourtesyMasters, please contact us directly before responding. We will confirm whether the communication is genuine and take action to protect you.
Where is CourtesyMasters headquartered?
CourtesyMasters is headquartered in The Hague, The Netherlands, and works internationally from hubs in Madrid, Florence, Rome, London, Monaco and Cannes. See our locations for the full overview.
When was CourtesyMasters founded?
CourtesyMasters was founded in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, in 1999. From Rotterdam to the world: over more than twenty-five years we have grown into an international hospitality search partner built on trust and discretion, working today from our headquarters in The Hague. Read more in our story.