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Visp, Valais, Switzerland · Founded 2018 · Luxury Hospitality & Alpine Tourism

Swiss Educational College: Luxury Hospitality, Alpine Tourism & Business Guide

Located in Visp in the heart of the Swiss Alps (Canton of Valais, near Zermatt and the Matterhorn), the Swiss Educational College (SEC) is an accredited Swiss higher education institute specializing in international hospitality management, luxury brand strategy, sustainable alpine tourism, and global event management. SEC combines practical Swiss hotel precision with cutting-edge digital service analytics.

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Verified degree programs and opportunities

Review checked academic pathways and funding options below:

Admissions, language requirements & application process

Master's admission eligibility
Accredited Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent 180 ECTS) in business, tourism, hospitality, or social sciences with a minimum GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
Doctoral admission eligibility
Direct collaborative DBA research programs in Alpine Tourism Economics and Luxury Branding hosted in partnership with accredited international university faculties.
Language proficiency
English proficiency at CEFR B2/C1 level (IELTS Academic 6.0 overall, TOEFL iBT 80, or Duolingo English Test 105) or certified degree taught in English.
Research statement / Proposal
Required for master's and executive candidates: 1,000-word statement outlining proposed investigation into luxury customer retention or circular tourism practices.
Application fee
150 CHF non-refundable application and candidate file evaluation fee.
Required documentation
Certified copies of undergraduate degree and transcripts with English translations, passport copy, comprehensive CV, two letters of recommendation, and motivation letter.

Tuition fees and verified scholarship systems

Tuition at the Swiss Educational College averages 14,500 CHF to 18,500 CHF per academic year for master's programs. SEC provides Swiss Alpine Excellence Scholarships offering up to 30% tuition fee reductions, alongside paid 5-star Swiss hotel internship placements.

Verified faculty profiles and research leaders

Distinguished researchers and laboratory heads at Swiss Educational College:

Prof. Dr. Roland Gygax

Academic Dean & Professor of Hospitality Management · Luxury Hospitality Management, Swiss Tourism Policy, Service Quality Metrics, Hotel Asset Strategy

Dr. Beatrice Vieli

Professor of Sustainable Tourism and Environmental Management · Alpine Tourism Economics, Sustainable Destination Management, Climate Adaptation, Eco-Hotels

Dr. Pascal Schmid

Director of Digital Business and Revenue Analytics · Revenue Management Algorithms, Dynamic Pricing in Tourism, Big Data Analytics, Digital Customer Journeys

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Swiss Educational College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Degree admissions, scholarship awards, and employment positions are subject to formal university review. OpenField does not charge students application fees.

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