GLION LONDON PROGRAMS Full-time, online and professional options
A GLION AND LONDON. THE PERFECT MATCH. Ready for a new challenge? Maybe you want to accelerate your current career or develop beyond your area of specialization into a general management or leadership role. You might wish to move into a new industry or work and live abroad; or simply to do things differently with more of an analytical mindset. Whatever your motivation, now is the time to invest in your future. Glion delivers campus-based, online, hybrid and part-time Master of Business Administration degrees, all with campus-based learning in - one of the world s hospitality and tourism hubs. An degree will give you the skills and knowledge to take a step up in your career, wherever you decide to take it. You will learn to lead with impact, create value for your company and build high-performing teams. Apply all of this learning directly in your workplace and experience the benefits from day one. It s time to start your leadership journey. Glion - a foundation for success The programs delivered at Glion address the challenges companies face in today s global, competitive business environment. You will deepen your understanding of organizational structure and hone your skills in strategic thinking, leadership, business data analysis, and financial management. You will also enhance your professional network through contact with industry leaders and cross-cultural work groups, opening more doors to senior management positions within the hospitality, tourism, and service industries. Glion delivers rigorous and innovative s while giving you outstanding academic research, cutting-edge business practice and connections within the industry in and around the world. An for executives Glion offers a unique for executives which combines online study with face-to-face learning on the campus. Students have full access to the facilities of the campus at all times during their program and have the ability to use the learning resource center, while having access to tutors. One key advantage that this offers is the ability for students to network with their peers in a learning environment. You will be working together and sharing ideas and experiences, which will add a new dimension to your studies. As such, Glion Institute of Higher Education is ranked as one of the three best hospitality management schools in the world for an international career (TNS, Global Research, 2013). Why a Glion? Whether you are looking to advance in your current organization, work internationally or switch job function, an from Glion empowers you with the knowledge and confidence you need to achieve your goals. Glion s full-time, part-time or online will give you insight into subjects such as leadership and marketing, research methods, corporate finance, and global strategy. Lifelong global connections Industry recruiters from around the world recognize our students global experience, potential and leadership skills. Glion is known for its industry connections and maintains close ties with hundreds of leading companies across the globe. These connections keep our graduates in high demand year after year. 2
IN INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY & SERVICE INDUSTRIES MANAGEMENT Campus-based (1 year); hybrid (1.5 to 2 years) On Campus The on-campus program is designed for relatively recent graduates with a bachelor's degree - preferably in hospitality, tourism, event or business management - or an equivalent qualification with the addition of at least two years of relevant work experience. Academic courses: 2 taught semesters (campus-based) ABP/dissertation: 16-30 weeks to complete (within the program) Location: campus Hybrid The hybrid program is designed for relatively recent graduates with a bachelor s degree - preferably in hospitality, tourism, event or business management - or an equivalent qualification with the addition of at least two years of relevant work experience, who require the flexibility of studying online. Academic courses: 1 taught semester and online (hybrid) ABP/dissertation: 16-30 weeks to complete (within the program) Location: campus and online Remaining Courses Online Curriculum PREPARATORY KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM (PKP) + + Managerial Communications + + Tourism + + Economics for Business + + Fundamentals of Accounting CORE COURSES + + Applied Business Project or Dissertation + + Managing Service Operations + + Human Resource Management + + Business Research Methods + + Managerial Finance and Accounting + + Hospitality Services Marketing + + Global Strategic Management Sequence of Studies First, the Preparatory Knowledge Program (PKP) lays the foundation for future studies, with courses such as managerial communications, tourism, economics for business, and fundamentals of accounting. Students take the PKP courses during their first semester, typically prior to the program s core courses. During their second semester, students select a study track by specializing in areas such as finance, leadership or marketing. The year-long Applied Business Project (ABP) begins during semester one, continues in semester two, and is completed after the second semester ends. ON CAMPUS TRACKS + + Marketing + + Leadership + + Finance + + Entrepreneurship & Innovation HYBRID TRACKS + + General Management for Service Industries + + Asset & Revenue Management + + Marketing & Innovation Admission requirements + + Applicants must hold a bachelor s degree - preferably in hospitality, tourism, event or business management - or an equivalent qualification. + + Applicants should have at least two years relevant work experience. + + English level: IELTS 6.0 on application if English is not the applicant s mother tongue. English certificates must have been issued in the 12 months prior to admission. + + Candidates must submit a confidential reference form which the Admissions Department will send to the candidate upon receipt of his/her application. + + Must hold a valid passport. Nationals of any country can apply and follow the required process for obtaining a visa. Please note courses are subject to change and track courses are run dependent on a minimum number of students participating. 3
IN INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY & SERVICE INDUSTRIES MANAGEMENT Campus-based (1.5 to 2.5 years); campus-based and online (2 to 3 years) Professional (A) The Professional (A) program is designed for professionals who are usually less than 23 years old with a bachelor s degree - preferably in hospitality, tourism, event or business management - or an equivalent qualification, with between zero (0) and two years relevant work experience, who are looking to enhance their career in hospitality through campus-based and online studies plus an internship. Academic courses: 2 taught semesters (campus-based) plus one 6-month internship; 1 taught semester and online (hybrid) plus one 6-month internship Tracks: Marketing or Leadership Location: campus or campus and online Option 01 Campus-based plus internship Semester 3 Option 02 Campus and online plus internship Remaining Courses Online *All students may take their internship(s) anywhere in the world (depending on visa restrictions) Professional (B) The Professional (B) program is designed for professionals who are at least 24 years old with a bachelor s degree in any field and with no relevant work experience, who are looking to reorient their career in hospitality through campus-based or campus and online studies plus an internship. Academic courses: 3 taught semesters (campus-based) plus one 6-month internship; 1 taught semester and online (hybrid) plus one 6-month internship Tracks: Marketing or Leadership Location: campus or campus and online Option 01 Campus-based plus internship Semester 3 Semester 4 Option 02 Campus and online plus internship Remaining Courses Online *All students may take their internship(s) anywhere in the world (depending on visa restrictions) Admission requirements + + Professional (A) applicants must hold a bachelor s degree - preferably in hospitality, tourism, event or business management - or an equivalent qualification. Professional (B) applicants must hold a bachelor s degree in any field. + + Professional (A) applicants should have at least two years relevant work experience. Work experience is not required for Professional (B) applicants. + + English level: IELTS 6.0 on application if English is not the applicant s mother tongue. English certificates must have been issued in the 12 months prior to admission. + + Candidates must submit a confidential reference form which the Admissions Department will send to the candidate upon receipt of his/her application. + + Must hold a valid passport. Nationals of any country can apply and follow the required process for obtaining a visa. Please note courses are subject to change and track courses are run dependent on a minimum number of students participating. 4
FOR EXECUTIVES Part-time with campus-based learning (2.5 years) The for executives program with campus-based learning is designed for working professionals. This demanding program aims to strengthen students leadership and management skills, combining online education with short study periods at Glion. This program is designed for those who are open to new challenges and motivated to apply learning outcomes in their work environment. Academic courses: 4 taught semesters online with 3 two-day campus-based learning sessions per semester ABP/Dissertation: 30 weeks to complete Location: Online and campus-based learning at Glion To meet the needs of working professionals the program format is designed to ensure the effectiveness of campus-based learning, minimizing the requirement to be off work and providing the flexibility to study online via the 24/7 study portal. Students will acquire knowledge, case studies and new concepts in relation to the workplace, enabling them to assess the value and relevance of the above within their roles and organizations as a whole. The Program + + Designed and taught by a faculty of industry experts and managers + + Offers two track courses to suit students career trajectories + + Immerses students in one course at a time + + Facilitates the sharing of experiences and approaches in hospitality management between students international peers Why study part-time? With online and campus-based learning at Glion, students can earn their master s degree while meeting the various demands of their professional schedule and personal life. Other benefits include: + + Small class sizes + + 24-hour access to resources and the virtual classroom - students can complete work at a time and place that is convenient to them + + Students gain theoretical knowledge that can be applied immediately within their role and workplace Curriculum and Track Courses The course duration is 2.5 years and includes the following: + + Three 6-month semesters online + + Twelve 2-day (Friday and Saturday) campus-based learning at Glion covering a broad range of sector-specific management issues + + A 30-week Applied Business Project CORE COURSES + + Strategies for Online Study in International Hospitality Management + + Managing Service Operations + + Human Resources Management + + Managerial Finance and Accounting + + Hospitality, Services and E-marketing + + Business Research Methods + + Global Strategic Management Track Courses FINANCE + + Trends in Financial Innovation + + Entrepreneurial Wealth Management + + Financial Leadership + + Revenue Management ENTREPRENEURSHIP & INNOVATION + + Leading Organizational Change + + Risk Management Systems in Hospitality + + New Product & Service Development + + Entrepreneurship & Business Planning PROGRAM STRUCTURE SEVEN 6-WEEK CORE MODULES THREE 6-WEEK TRACK COURSES 30-WEEK APPLIED BUSINESS PROJECT Admission requirements + + Applicants must hold a bachelor s degree - preferably in hospitality, tourism, event or business management - or an equivalent qualification. + + Applicants should have significant relevant work experience. + + English level: IELTS 6.0 on application if English is not the applicant s mother tongue. English certificates must have been issued in the 12 months prior to admission. + + Candidates must submit two confidential professional reference forms which the Admissions Team will send to the candidate upon receipt of his/her application. Please note courses are subject to change and track courses are run dependent on a minimum number of students participating. 5
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