MaM in Sustainable Hospitality Management

Lead innovative practices in a rapidly evolving industry

Your MAM at a glance

The foundation of your Master's program is established by a collection of general management courses. A further five specialized courses make up your chosen major in Sustainable Hospitality Management. The traditional Master thesis is replaced by our Sustainability Consulting Project in collaboration with a client organization, where you will act as a sustainability consultant and consolidate your findings with an in-depth report and presentation.

Your course content is delivered by a faculty of high-level academic experts who hold extensive practical experience in combining theory and application. The underlying academic core concepts are blended with professional projects with industry partners, as well as guest lectures and site visits. This program seeks to develop your self-awareness, intercultural skills, conflict resolution, and creative thinking, alongside numerous networking opportunities with global companies and international organizations.

As a Master's student, you also have the opportunity to participate in an optional experiential camp, designed for you to experience sustainable practice in a new culture and learn from industry innovators and leaders in the destination.

At the end of the program, you can decide to extend your academic journey with an optional second year to earn valuable work experience through an internship or entry-level job in Switzerland or Italy, according to your campus.

Why Sustainability Management School?

The aim of the SUMAS is to educate socially responsible global decision-makers of the future who will make a real difference in the world. Its purpose is to deliver an innovative mix of sound business knowledge and a deep understanding of sustainable development.

Why Sustainability?

A sustainable future is no longer an option or a choice, it has become a necessity. Coming generations of managers will have to re-think business practices to permit a sustainable impact on the environment, on economic development, and on society at large. In addition, The Paris climate agreement could create 24 million jobs by 2030, according to a report released by the International Labor Organization (ILO).

Why Switzerland?

Studying in Switzerland provides a unique opportunity to learn Swiss values such as integrity, respect for the environment, and tolerance for diversity. SUMAS is a business school based totally on sustainability and it is the first of its kind.

Why Milan, Italy?

Milan is the lively fashion hub of the world and also a city that is doing great things when it comes to going green. This experience provides a great combination for any student aspiring to get into Sustainability Management.

Why online?

SUMAS Online Campus accommodates your diverse needs for time, location, and convenience, to help you achieve success on your graduate program. Our state-of-the-art e-learning platform gives you access to weekly course content at any time and anywhere. Network online with your professors and fellow Master's and MBA students via chat, and schedule meetups to talk about different subjects.