A workshop to showcase the excellence of Swiss education

Presenting the appeal of the Swiss education model and the programmes offered by the Glion institute: such were the objectives of the workshop led by Ghizlaine Lahrabli, Educational Advisor for Morocco & Tunisia at Sommet Education*: “Glion offers its students the opportunity to study at a prestigious, cosmopolitan institution and to receive outstanding training that is perfectly suited to the demands of the luxury market”, the speaker said during her presentation.

A proven model

In a magnificent hillside study setting, the Glion Institute of Higher Education offers a breathtaking view of Montreux and Lake Geneva. But it is not its dream location that gives this modern hospitality management school its reputation. Since its foundation in 1962, Glion has trained several thousand students who now hold positions of responsibility at prestigious luxury brands around the world.

Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), Glion’s programmes lead to a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree recognised in the international hospitality management sector. With two campuses in Switzerland, in Glion and Bulle, and one in London, the institute provides high-quality higher education to more than 1,600 students from over 90 countries around the world. “Every year, more than a hundred hotel chains and international companies come to recruit Glion graduates. In 2019, each student received an average of 3.8 internship offers from international companies”, said Ghizlaine Lahrabli.

Training tomorrow’s luxury managers!

With growth of 5%, representing an estimated value of more than €1.2 trillion in 2018, the luxury sector is booming worldwide. Drawing on its wealth of experience, Glion also offers a Master’s in Luxury Management and Guest Experience. “Luxury is a set of experiences, but it is also a real career opportunity. Being passionate, having a creative mind and an eye for detail are essential to join and succeed in this programme”, said the Educational Advisor. For its first intake, the programme trained 34 students of 18 different nationalities!

“In 2018, Glion was ranked first in the world for its reputation among employers in the luxury sector. Yet another accolade for Glion, whose students are courted by major hospitality and luxury brands all over the world. 98% of graduates had one or more job offers on the day they received their diploma.” Ghizlaine Lahrabli, Educational Advisor for Morocco & Tunisia – Sommet Education

*Sommet Education is a network of several international hospitality management and culinary arts institutions.