Certificate in Hospitality and Business Essentials
Students will be able to:
Who Is This Program For?
Fees
The Certificate in Hospitality and Business Essentials is an immersive 11‑week program based in Singapore, the vibrant Asia‑Pacific hub for hospitality, innovation, and business. Designed as more than a foundation course, it places students at the center of the APAC region, where learning extends beyond the classroom into the city’s rich, multicultural landscape.
Blending academic fundamentals with practical industry exposure, the program develops core quantitative, analytical, digital, and communication competencies. Beyond these skills, students gain firsthand insight into Singapore’s world‑renowned hospitality sector, explore regional business dynamics, and work alongside an internationally diverse cohort—fostering global perspectives and cross‑cultural effectiveness from the outset.
Through applied coursework, industry engagement, and experiential learning embedded in the city environment, participants cultivate strong academic habits, professional confidence, and a readiness for university‑level study. The program serves as a springboard not only to Bachelor studies, but also to successful entry into the rapidly evolving hospitality and business landscape across APAC.
Develop strong quantitative, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities aligned with the expectations of Bachelor‑level studies.
Communicate effectively and professionally across cultures, while contributing confidently within diverse, team‑based environments.
Apply digital tools and AI in a responsible way, while demonstrating effective self‑management and personal accountability.
Embody EHL values, including service excellence, ethical judgment, and adaptability, across academic work and professional contexts.
The Certificate in Hospitality & Business Essentials is tailored for prospective Bachelor students seeking a solid academic, professional, and cultural grounding before beginning their university journey. It is well-suited to individuals who wish to strengthen key quantitative and analytical capabilities, enhance their communication skills, and build digital proficiency aligned with contemporary business and hospitality practices. The program is also ideal for those aiming to improve their overall professional preparedness prior to entering the fields of hospitality and business management.
Students engage in a dynamic blend of one‑to‑one coaching sessions, hands‑on soft‑skills development, and immersive field trips that offer real‑world exposure to the hospitality industry. This combination helps them grow personally, build professional confidence, and gain firsthand insight into the environments where hospitality excellence is created.
Tuition Fees: CHF 13,600 (incl. GST; invoiced in Singapore Dollars at exchange rate)
Includes:
Courses, teaching material, personal coaching, field trips and additional training
F&B during program hours
Additional costs if required:
Accommodation: approx. CHF 4,750
Guardianship (for under 18): approx. CHF 1,000
Other: health insurance, administrative fees (ex: visa process), and any other personal expenses.
Secondary education diploma
English language certificate:
IELTS Academic: minimum 5.5
TOEFL iBT: minimum score 72
Cambridge C1 Advanced: minimum Grade B2
Duolingo: minimum score 110
Minimum age of 18 at the start of the course (applications from 17‑year‑olds may be considered case by case)
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