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Cubidor University Switzerland 

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Cubidor University Switzerland                       

Moosackerstrasse 17 | CH-9444 Diepoldsau | Switzerland

http://www.cubidor.com

 

 

Cubidor University Switzerland is a Swiss accredited, private online university specializing in academic education in the field of
Tourism and Leisure Management at
undergraduate

graduate

postgraduate and

post-postgraduate levels.

 

 

Programs

All accredited programs are fully compliant with the ongoing Bologna Process and are designed as complete long-distance education studies.

To implement a strong and consistent thematic focus throughout the whole university and all its entities the organizational structure is based on departments not on faculties. This allows the design of highly efficient programs of distinction.

Impetus

Founding a university is not a common business. Since the very first days of universities as places of gathering knowledge and transfer it to interested persons ambitious persons founded the base for such locations of science and knowledge. All of them where enthusiastic about different elements of education and all shared the will to overcome current obstacles and to optimize various issues. This momentum of actively conducted change describes the trigger to found Cubidor University Switzerland.

Various personal experiences of the founder as a student as a lecturer and as a person in charge of implementing distance learning elements in an existing university course brought up many ideas to generate extraordinary educational elements. As always a lot of ideas are not realized because various organizational and personal obstacles. The persistent will to take part in an organization that tries to realize these ideas led finally to the foundation of the university.

Cubidor University Switzerland has been accredited by the Erziehungsrat des Kanton Uri, the official authorities of the Kanton URI in May 2007

Programs’ Start

Possible program entry each term!
A central issue that had to be met by each program design was to offer the entrance into any program at any term. Thus, at Cubidor programs do not start in spring or autumn but each term. To realize this the curricula were optimized and the term structure was modified.

Minimum of students required for program to start.
Being a privately founded university which has to undertake all financial efforts by itself the accreditation council agreed in the proposal that each program starts not before a minimum of students are registered to it. Thus, we impose a certain amount of students on each program that trigger the programs’ start. The current status of a program's start can be found on the respective program’s page (Please, select the program of interest at the left navigation bar!). As soon as a program is started it is conducted continuously.

Range of Programs

The Department for Tourism and Leisure Studies at Cubidor University Switzerland is entitled to offer the full range of third level education programs. All of them were carefully designed within a special dedicated research project to guarantee fine-tuned syllabi and contents.

Educational Matrix from Certificate to PhD.
The result of this research effort is a set of precisely defined programs that can be seen as a chain of separate educational steps that lead from a simple certificate up to a PhD program. This idea formed the basis of Cubidor University Switzerland’s Educational Matrix.

Cubidor’s Educational Matrix

The graphic below shows the Cubidor University Education Matrix that reflects the central planning instrument for all programs offered.

The central drivers of the programs were scientific knowledge (blue - how to work compliant to standards in science’s work), operative competencies (orange - “know how to do things”) and controlling competencies

Certificate Programmes

 Educational Goal

A certificate program addresses prospective students that are planning to enter or are about to change into the touristic and leisure sector.Additionally, we recommend this program type to persons that - in accordance with the life-long -learning approach - are searching for a special education opportunity that can be conducted along with the regular workload of the job.

 

 

2. Target Students

Experts: Professionals who are already working in the tourism sector and who want to foster their job opportunities by an additional education.

Newcomers: Persons who are interested in entering the tourism and leisure sector.

 

3. Requirements

Bachelor degree OR
Swiss high school degree or equivalent AND 3 years of practice

English knowledge in writing and speaking at a level of TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 or B2

Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

Cubidor University Switzerland offers a carefully selected number of certificates that provide in-depth information in specific touristic areas:

Airline Industry

Certificate in Airline Industry  
Introduction to the Airline Industry  
Aircraft Systems  
In-flight Service Skills  
Aircraft Safety & Critical Incident Training  
Emergency Procedures and Risk Management  
Total  

 

Conflict Solving and Mediation

Certificate in Conflict Solving and Mediation:  
Negotiation practice  
Conflict and Anger, Conflict-handling Styles  
Mediation in Tourism Projects  
Listening and Communication Skills  
Practical Conflict Management Techniques in Tourism Issues  
Total  

 

Cruise Business  

Certificate in Cruise Business:  
Introduction to Cruise Tourism and Industry  
The Cruise Market  
Cruise Destination Specifics  
Cruise Products  
Life and Working Environment on Board  
Total  

 

Golf Tourism

Certificate in Golf Tourism:  
Fundamentals of Golf Clubs  
Golf Destination Specifics  
Financial Management, Marketing and PR of Golf Clubs and Resorts  
Overview of Golf Cub Operations  
Current Topics in Golf Tourism  
Total  

 

Hotel Logistics and Processes

Certificate in Hotel Logistics and Processes:  
Introduction to Hotel Logistic Systems  
Food and Beverage Logistics  
Front Desk and Housekeeping Operations  
Introduction to Hotel Computer Applications  
Hotel Purchasing and Cost Control  
Total  

 

Nature Tourism Products

Certificate in Nature Tourism Products:  
Forms and Concepts of Nature-based Tourism  
Ecological, Social and Cultural Sustainability  
Management of National and Natural Parks  
Educational Tourism and Natural Trails  
Current Topics in Nature Tourism  
Total  

 

Online-Reservation Systems

Certificate in Online-Reservation Systems  
e-Marketing and e-Commerce  
Online-Reservation System for Travel Websites  
Hotel Reservation Systems  
Online-Reservation System for Travel Websites  
Car/Boat Rental Booking Systems  
Total  

 

Social Risk Management

Certificate in Social Risk Management:  
Tourism and Social Risk Management  
Strategies of Social Risk Management  
Market-based and Informal Instruments of Social Risk Management  
Interventions and Support Tourism Business  
Current Topics in Social Risk Management  
Total  

 

Tourism Geography

Certificate in Tourism Geography:  
Selected Aspects of Human Geography  
Basics of Physical Geography and Tourism  
Tourism Planning and Spatial Development  
Destination's Sense of Place  
Current Topics in Tourism Geography  
Total  

 

Tourism Policy

Certificate in Tourism Policy:  
Tourism Policy-Making Processes  
Tourism Planning  
Economic, Social, Cultural and Ecological Realities of Policy Making  
Governmental and Non-Governmental Tourism Organisations  
Current Topics in Tourism Policy  
Total  

 

 

Diploma  Programmes

 

1. Educational Goal

A diploma program addresses prospective students that are planning to enter or are about to change into the touristic and leisure sector.

Additionally, we recommend this program type to persons that - in accordance with the life-long-learning approach - are searching for a special and intensive education opportunity that can be conducted along with the regular workload.

2. Target Students

Experts: Professionals who are already working in the tourism sector and who want to foster their job opportunities by an additional education.

Newcomers: Persons who are interested in entering the tourism and leisure sector.

3. Requirements

Bachelor degree OR
Swiss high school degree or equivalent AND 3 years of practice

English knowledge in writing and speaking at a level of TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 or B2

Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

 

 

 

 

Change Strategies, Flexibility Techniques and Alignment

Diploma in Change Strategies, Flexibility Techniques and Alignment: ECTS
Analysis in Tourism Businesses
Market Analysis, tourism market trends and business plans
5
Response to New Market Conditions
Challenges and risks on global market, identification of trends and adjustment response
5
Modification and Innovation Techniques
Product and process innovation
5
Change Strategies and Alignment
Competitive advantage and increasing performance
5
Evaluation, Control & Review
Strategic coaching and monitoring, analytical instruments and techniques
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Cooperation and Network Management

Diploma in Cooperation and Network Management: ECTS
Management of Regional Tourism Associations
Legal aspects, conflicts and competition, regional identity and spatial dimensions
5
Conflict Solving and Mediation
Mediation in tourism projects, practical conflict management techniques
5
International Tourism Network Management
Global tourism networks and international organisations, forms of cooperation
5
Cooperation in Tourism Industry
New markets and global players, tourism organizations and corporations, selected aspects of tourism law
5
Tourism Policy
Tourism policy-making processes, tourism planning, governmental tourism organisations
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Corporate Finance

Diploma in Corporate Finance: ECTS
Long-term and short-term Decisions and Techniques
Capital investment decisions, working capital management
5
Cash Management
Cash concentration, zero balance accounting and other specific services
5
Financial Risk Management
Sources of risk, measuring risk, and prevention and intervention plans
5
Management of Working Capital
Inventory management, debtors management, short term financing
5
Managerial Finance
Management accounting, cost accounting, financial-cost analysis
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Corporate Governance

Diploma in Corporate Governance: ECTS
Fundamentals of Corporate Governance
Models, role of institutions, principles
5
Mechanisms and Controls
Internal and external corporate governance controls and regulations
5
Leadership and Long-term Orientation
Styles and models of leadership, cohesion, and loyalty
5
Business Communication
PR, disclosure and transparency, integrity and ethical behaviour
5
Stakeholder Groups and Conflicts of Interest
Conflict of interest, conflict solving and mediation
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Crisis and Risk Management

Diploma in Crisis and Risk Management: ECTS
Risk Identification, Handling and Assessment
Source and problem analysis, scenario-based risk identification, risk management plan
5
Risk Avoidance and Risk Reduction
Mitigations, insurance, assessment of risks, conflict of avoiding risks and losing potential gains
5
Risk Management and Internal Control
Control Systems, internal auditing, auditing risk management
5
Catastrophe Modelling
Potential risk treatments, financial and practical limitations
5
Crisis Communications and Media Relations
Crisis communication plan, key audience, crisis communication team
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Cultural and City Tourism

Diploma in Cultural and City Tourism: ECTS
Cultural and City Tourism 5
European Cultural Heritage and Specifics
Country specific culture, society, arts, history, city development
5
International Metropolis
Culture, society, arts, history and city development outside Europe
5
City Tourism Marketing and Performance
Strategic planning, market research, PR and advertisement
5
Market Opportunities and Competitiveness
Product planning and innovation, competitive players in a global market
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Destination Specifics

Diploma in Destination Specifics: ECTS
Fundamentals of Destination Management
Sense of place, destination planning, marketing and development, communications in destination management
5
Tourism Geography - Natural and Cultural Diversity
Natural and human determinants, regional identity and tourism development
5
Mountain Tourism
Alpinism, adventure tourism, innovation of summer and winter products
5
Coastal Tourism
Regional specifics, coastal ecology & culture, maritime commercial
5
Health and Spa Tourism
Traditional therapies, new forms and trends, regional specifics
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Eco-Risk Management in Tourism

Diploma in Eco-Risk Management in Tourism: ECTS
Climate Change
Natural hazards, origins, risks and consequences for tourism
5
Environmental Pollution
Polluters, risks and consequences for tourism
5
Mass Tourism
Cultural and environmental effects, ideological debates, tourism policy analysis
5
Sustainable Tourism
Forms and concepts between wishful thinking and reality
5
Instruments and Techniques of Eco-Risk Management
Decision making, stakeholder involvement and analytic approaches
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Entrepreneurship and Leadership in SMEs

Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Leadership in SMEs: ECTS
Styles and Models of Leadership
The fifth discipline and personal mastery, visionary leadership, conscious leadership
5
Staff and Quality Management
Hiring, training, reviewing, organizing and directing hotel services, controlling and formulating financial plans
5
Continuing Training
Continual improvements, motivation, on-the-job or off-the-job training, personality training
5
External and Intra-Enterprise Succession
Professional counselling, generation gap and conflicts of interest, communication and mediation techniques
5
Organizational Success
Leadership, cohesion, and loyalty
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Event and Convention Management

Diploma in Event and Convention Management ECTS
Event and Destination Management
Event coordination, regional specifics, destination planning, marketing and development
5
Sponsoring and Investment
Legal aspects, brand recognition, advertising and charity
5
Marketing and PR
Cultural events, sport events, congresses and expositions
5
Event and Destination Management
Regional specifics, destination planning, marketing and development
5
Event Leadership
Project management, management style, decision making
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Human Resource and Knowledge Management

Diploma in Human Resource and Knowledge Management: ECTS
Management of Organisational Change
Innovation management - from idea to realisation, intra-enterprise resistance and conflict management
5
Organisational Analysis
Strategic coaching and monitoring, analytical instruments and techniques
5
Knowledge Management and Information Technologies
Knowledge transfer and data protection, organisational learning, personal and tacit knowledge management
5
Enterprise Resource Planning
Business plans, quality control, human resource management, customer relationship
5
Organizational Success
Leadership, cohesion, and loyalty
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Management of Major Events

Diploma in Management of Major Events: ECTS
Marketing and PR of Major Events
Event coordination, regional specifics, destination planning, marketing and development
5
Application Procedures for Major Events
Olympic games, world championships, festivals, international expositions, best practice cases
5
Sponsoring and Investment
Legal aspects, brand recognition, advertising and charity
5
Major Event Leadership
Project management, team leading, decision making and control
5
Major Events and Destination Management
Event coordination, regional specifics, logistics, destination marketing and development
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Tourism Business Plans and Models

Diploma in Tourism Business Plans and Models: ECTS
Fundamentals of Business Plans and Models
Theoretical concepts and practical aspects, change processes, value proposition
5
Strategic Management of SMEs
Long and short term business strategies, human resource management, financial criteria
5
Strategic Management of Hotel Chains
Franchising, brands and trademark, retailing and legal aspects.
5
Composing Business Plans
Vision and mission statement, goals and strategies market analysis, financial data
5
Evaluation, Control & Review
Strategic coaching and monitoring, analytical instruments and techniques
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Tourism Production and Innovation Management

Diploma in Tourism Production and Innovation Management: ECTS
Innovation Processes and Models
Economic conceptions of innovation, models and theories of innovation
5
Types and Source of Innovation
Business Model innovation, product, process and service innovation, open source, networks of innovation
5
Innovation Strategies and Instruments
Creative techniques, planning instruments, investment
5
Strategic Management of Innovation Projects
Market analysis, coaching and monitoring of innovation projects
5
Diffusion and Adoption of Tourism Products
Life cycle of innovations, models of diffusions and adoptions
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Tourism Real Estate Management 

Diploma in Tourism Real Estate Management: ECTS
Tourism Real Estate Market
Current Market conditions and trends, analysis methods of the real estate market
5
Real Estate Finance and Investments
Effective financial management risk assessment, valuation, leverage, and capitalization
5
Property Management
Coordination of real-estate related services, plans and resources for marketing, employee development, and strategic planning
5
Tourism Real Estate and Law
Due diligence, building laws, business models, joint ventures
5
Real Estate Market Competition Issues
Settlement versus tourism development, land use competition in international context
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

Bachelor of Social and Economic Sciences in Tourism and Leisure Systems

6 terms / 3 years

 

ECTS

180

Academic Title

Bachelor of Social and Economic Sciences in Tourism and Leisure Systems

Tuition per term

Euro 4.036,-

Admission (once)

Euro 200,-

Program Specialties

Language

English

Methodology

100% distance learning

Required Academic Papers

Master Thesis

 

 

 

 

     

1. Educational Goal

The Bachelor (BSocEcSc) studies offer a general as well as an expertise knowledge in business administration, economics and legal issues concerning touristic markets.
These areas of knowledge are enriched amongst others by interdisciplinary know-how in the fields of sociology, spacial sciences, scientific labor and a profound education in two foreign languages.

2. Target Students

The program addresses mainly high school graduates or persons with an equivalent background and an interdisciplinary interest in tourism and leisure systems.

Additionally, the Bachelor program is designed to offer an adequate education to persons with job experience in the touristic markets who are interested in a profound general academic education.

3. Requirements

*       Swiss High school degree or equivalent

*       English knowledge in writing and speaking at a level of TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 or B2

*       Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

 

 

 

Syllabus :The syllabus of the program consists of the four phases Basic, Special, Thematic and Final which are described in more detail in the tables below:

Basic Phase (TOP | Syllabus)

Basic Module I

Basics in Tourism and Leisure Studies I
Fundamentals of Economics, Law, Business Administration in Tourism Systems and Tourism and Leisure Research

 

Macroeconomics
New classical economics, business cycles, Keynesian economics, fiscal policy, international trade

 

Controlling and Operations Research
Accounting, balance sheet analysis, ratios, statements, capital budgeting analysis, optimization, auditing and internal control, game theory

 

International Tourism Law
Tourism organizations and corporations, general tourism law, tour operator laws, visa laws, hotel laws (hotel classification systems), passenger transport law, consumer protection, health, safety and licensing and quality assurance

 

Tourism Marketing and PR
The Characteristics of the tourism market, market segmentation, marketing mix, market research and communication

 

(Multi)media, Bootcamp, Presentation and Communication Skills
Introduction in the university systems, training in multimedia and personal skills

 

Tourism Behavior
Tourist motivation and decision-making, cross-cultural patterns of tourist behavior, tourist behavior and choices

 

Tourism and Society
Principal players and their roles, social impacts on tourism and vice-versa, cultural issues and ethics

 

Language Training

 

Total

30

 

Basic Module 2

Basics in Tourism and Leisure Studies II
Fundamentals of Economics, Business Administration in Tourism Systems and Tourism and Leisure Research

 

Microeconomics
Supply, demand, elasticity, production and costs, factor markets

 

Tourism Statistics
Analysis, interpretation, graph production and lay outing

 

Financial Management
Introduction in financial mathematics and business financing, capital investment, financing forms

 

Destination Management
Fundamentals of tourism management (product development), destination marketing, communications in destination management

 

Tourism Planning and Spatial Development
Planning process, the role of tourism in national and regional development, planning strategies, development policies

 

Theories of Tourism Systems
Examination of the structure and functioning of tourism systems, history components, and spatial structure of travel and tourism, institutional organization

 

Scientific Research Methods and Techniques
MLA (Modern Language Association) style, scientific analyzing, interpreting and reporting, embedded case study methods

 

Language Training

 

 

 

 

Special Phase (TOP | Syllabus)

Special Modules (choice of 2)

ECTS

Destination Specifics

25

Event and Convention Management

25

Eco-Risk Management in Tourism

25

Cultural and City Tourism

25

Human Resource and Knowledge Management

25

Entrepreneurship and Leadership in SMEs

25

Tourism Business Plans and Models

25

Languages
Language Training (First Language)

5

Language Training (Second Language)

5

Total

60

 

Thematic Phase (TOP | Syllabus)

Thematic Modules (choice of 1) ECTS
Golf Tourism 10
Nature Tourism Products 10
Conflict Solving and Mediation 10
Hotel Logistics and Processes 10
Social Risk Management 10
Tourism Geography 10
Tourism Policy 10
Cruise Business 10
Airline Industry 10
Online-Reservation Systems 10
Total 20

 

Final Phase (TOP | Syllabus)

Final Phase

ECTS

Project Module
Interdisciplinary Case Studies, Practical Experience/Projects

30

Language Training (First and Second Language)

10

Bachelor Thesis

30

Total

50

 

MAS Master of Advanced Studies in Tourism and Leisure Systems

1. Educational Goal

The MAS program aims to extend and complement the knowledge that has been acquainted by a Bachelor degree.

Additionally, it is designed to offer specialized know-how in tourism and leisure management.

Beside the proficiency knowledge students are offered in-depth competencies in two foreign language.

2. Target Students

The program addresses bachelor graduates with an interdisciplinary and condensed interest in tourism and leisure systems.

3. Requirements

*Bachelor degree in any field of studies

*English knowledge in writing and   speaking at a level of TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 or B2

*Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

 

 

 

 

Program Overview

Duration

2 terms / 1 years

ECTS

60

Academic Title

Master of Advanced Studies in Tourism and Leisure Systems

Tuition per term

Euro 3.330,-

Admission (once)

Euro 200,-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Program Specialties

Language

English

Methodology

100% distance learning

Required Academic Papers

none

Curricula

 

STATUS

pending | starts at 1.3.2008

 

 

 

 

Syllabus ;The syllabus of the program consists of two Special modules which are described in more detail in the table below:

Special Modules (choice of 2)

ECTS

Destination Specifics

25

Event and Convention Management

25

Eco-Risk Management in Tourism

25

Cultural and City Tourism

25

Human Resource and Knowledge Management

25

Entrepreneurship and Leadership in SMEs

25

Tourism Business Plans and Models

25

Languages

 

Language Training (First Language)

5

Language Training (Second Language)

5

Total

60

 

 Master of Social and Economic Sciences (MSocEcSc) program

1. Educational Goal

The Master of Social and Economic Sciences (MSocEcSc) program aims to extend and complement the knowledge that has been acquainted by a Bachelor degree.

In addition to the educational principles of the Bachelor degree students are trained to work scientifically on their own. This expertise has to be proven by a written master thesis.
Beside the proficiency knowledge students are offered in-depth competencies in two foreign language.

2. Target Students

The program addresses Bachelor graduates with an interdisciplinary interest in tourism and leisure system.

3. Requirements

Bachelor degree

English knowledge in writing and speaking at a level of TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 or B2

Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

 

 

 

 

 

Program Overview

Duration

4 terms / 2 years

 

ECTS

120

Academic Title

Master of Social and Economic Sciences in Tourism and Leisure Systems

Tuition per term

Euro 4.036,-

Admission (once)

Euro 200,-

 

 

 

 

 

 

Program Specialties

Language

English

Methodology

100% distance learning

Required Academic Papers

Master Thesis

 

 

 

 

 

 

Syllabus

The syllabus of the program consists of the four phases Special, Thematic and Final which are described in more detail in the tables below:

Special Phase (TOP | Syllabus)

Special Modules (choice of 2)

ECTS

Destination Specifics

25

Event and Convention Management

25

Eco-Risk Management in Tourism

25

Cultural and City Tourism

25

Human Resource and Knowledge Management

25

Entrepreneurship and Leadership in SMEs

25

Tourism Business Plans and Models

25

Languages
Language Training (First Language)

5

Language Training (Second Language)

5

Total

60

 

Thematic Phase (TOP | Syllabus)

Thematic Modules (choice of 2) ECTS
Golf Tourism 10
Nature Tourism Products 10
Conflict Solving and Mediation 10
Hotel Logistics and Processes 10
Social Risk Management 10
Tourism Geography 10
Tourism Policy 10
Cruise Business 10
Airline Industry 10
Online-Reservation Systems 10
Total 20

Final Phase (TOP | Syllabus)

Final Phase

ECTS

Language Training (First and Second Language)

10

Master Thesis

30

Total

40

MBA-

 Master of Business Administration in Tourism and Leisure Systems

Program Overview

Duration                2 terms / 1 years

Academic Title    Master of Business Administration in Tourism and Leisure Systems

Tuition per term   Euro 4.995,-

Admission (once)                Euro 200,-

Program Specialties

Language             English

Methodology         100% distance learning

Required Academic Papers              none

1. Educational Goal

Vigorous changes in economy, society and in the technological environment impose the necessity of continuous education even after completion of a university degree and many years of practice.
The MBA program offers knowledge of structured thinking and acting instead of repetitive special knowledge. In particular, methodological, social, problem-solving and management competencies are transferred to enhance the personal key qualifications.

2. Target Students

The program addresses students who intend to found a company, enter a partnership or take over a company.
Other addressees are specialists in the touristic sector who hold a leading position in SMEs or those who are in charge of strategic tourism management

 

3. Requirements

Master degree OR
Bachelor degree AND at least 2 years of practice (1 year in a leading position)

English knowledge in writing and speaking at a level of TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 or B2

Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

Special Phase 

Special Module: Diploma in Corporate Finance

ECTS

Long-term and short-term Decisions and Techniques
Capital investment decisions, working capital management

5

Cash Management
Cash concentration, zero balance accounting and other specific services
5
Financial Risk Management
Sources of risk, measuring risk, and prevention and intervention plans
5
Management of Working Capital
Inventory management, debtors management, short term financing
5
Managerial Finance
Management accounting, cost accounting, financial-cost analysis
5
Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor
5
Total 30

 

 

Special Module: Cooperation and Network Management

ECTS

Management of Regional Tourism Associations
Legal aspects, conflicts and competition, regional identity and spatial dimensions

5

Conflict Solving and Mediation
Mediation in tourism projects, practical conflict management techniques

5

International Tourism Network Management
Global tourism networks and international organisations, forms of cooperation

5

Cooperation in Tourism Industry
New markets and global players, tourism organizations and corporations, selected aspects of tourism law

5

Tourism Policy
Tourism policy-making processes, tourism planning, governmental tourism organisations

5

Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor

5

Total

30

 

 

Special Module: Corporate Governance

ECTS

Fundamentals of Corporate Governance
Models, role of institutions, principles

5

Mechanisms and Controls
Internal and external corporate governance controls and regulations

5

Leadership and Long-term Orientation
Styles and models of leadership, cohesion, and loyalty

5

Business Communication
PR, disclosure and transparency, integrity and ethical behaviour

5

Stakeholder Groups and Conflicts of Interest
Conflict of interest, conflict solving and mediation

5

Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor

5

Total

30

 

 

Special Module: Tourism Production and Innovation Management

ECTS

Innovation Processes and Models
Economic conceptions of innovation, models and theories of innovation

5

Types and Source of Innovation
Business Model innovation, product, process and service innovation, open source, networks of innovation

5

Innovation Strategies and Instruments
Creative techniques, planning instruments, investment

5

Strategic Management of Innovation Projects
Market analysis, coaching and monitoring of innovation projects

5

Diffusion and Adoption of Tourism Products
Life cycle of innovations, models of diffusions and adoptions

5

Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor

5

Total

30

 

 

Special Module: Management of Major Events

ECTS

Marketing and PR of Major Events
Event coordination, regional specifics, destination planning, marketing and development

5

Application Procedures for Major Events
Olympic games, world championships, festivals international expositions, best practice cases

5

Sponsoring and Investment
Legal aspects, brand recognition, advertising and charity

5

Major Event Leadership
Project management, team leading, decision making and control

5

Major Events and Destination Management
Event coordination, regional specifics, logistics, destination marketing and development

5

Current Topics
Will be defined by the instructor

5

Total

30

 

  EMBA-EXECUTIVE MASTERS IN BUSINESS & ADMINISTRATION IN TOURISM

1. Educational Goal :Vigorous changes in economy, society and in the technological environment impose the necessity of continuous education even after completion of a university degree and many years of practice.The EMBA program offers knowledge of structured thinking and acting instead of repetitive special knowledge. In particular, methodological, social, problem solving and management competencies are transferred to enhance the personal key qualifications.

2. Target Students: The EMBA program addresses top managers that are aware that due to the high dynamics of the business environment they are in need of current state-of-the-art knowledge.

3. Requirements: Master degree AND at least 2 years of practice (at least 1 year in a leading position) OR
Bachelor degree AND at least 5 years of practice (1 year in a leading position)

English knowledge in writing and speaking at a level of TOEFL 500 or IELTS 5.5 or B2

Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

Program Overview

Duration               2 terms / 1 years  ECTS     60

Academic Title    Executive Master of Business Administration in Tourism and Leisure Systems

Tuition per term  Euro 6.105,-

Admission (once)              Euro 200,-

Program Specialties

Language:English  Methodology: 100% distance learning

Syllabus

The syllabus of the program consists of three Special modules among which two have to be selected. the respective content is described in more detail in the tables below:

Special Module: Tourism Real Estate Management

ECTS

Tourism Real Estate Market
Current Market conditions and trends, analysis methods of the real estate market

5

Real Estate Finance and Investments
Effective financial management risk assessment, valuation, leverage, and capitalization

5

Property Management
Coordination of real-estate related services, plans and resources for marketing, employee development, and strategic planning

5

Tourism Real Estate and Law
Due diligence, building laws, business models, joint ventures

5

Real Estate Market Competition Issues
Settlement versus tourism development, land use competition in international context

5

Current Topics
Will be by defined by the instructor

5

Total

30

 

 

Special Module: Change Strategies, Flexibility Techniques and Alignment

ECTS

Analysis in Tourism Businesses
Market Analysis, tourism market trends and business plans

5

Response to New Market Conditions
Challenges and risks on global market, identification of trends and adjustment response

5

Modification and Innovation Techniques
Product and process innovation

5

Change Strategies and Alignment
Competitive advantage and increasing performance

5

Evaluation, Control & Review
Strategic coaching and monitoring, analytical instruments and techniques

5

Current Topics
Will be by defined by the instructor

5

Total

30

 

 

Special Module: Crisis and Risk Management

ECTS

Risk Identification, Handling and Assessment
Source and problem analysis, scenario-based risk identification, risk management plan

5

Risk Avoidance and Risk Reduction
Mitigations, insurance, assessment of risks, conflict of avoiding risks and losing potential gains

5

Risk Management and Internal Control
Control Systems, internal auditing, auditing risk management

5

Catastrophe Modelling
Potential risk treatments, financial and practical limitations

5

Crisis Communications and Media Relations
Crisis communication plan, key audience, crisis communication team

5

Current Topics
Will be by defined by the instructor

5

Total

30

 

 

DSocEcSc  education

1. Educational Goal

In comparison with the PhD program the DSocEcSc education emphasizes practical and operative business areas. The program is designed as a practical oriented, self-responsible research project that can be conducted beside a regular employment .
In order to get the degree the students have to prove a continuous practice and an autonomous and scientific work.

2. Target Students

The addressee of this program typically finished a master degree, has done several years of practice and wants to foster the career's perspectives by this additional academic degree.

3. Requirements

Master degree  English knowledge in writing and speaking at a level of TOEFL 560 or IELTS 6.0 or C1

Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

 

 

 

Program Overview

Duration

6 terms / 3 years

ECTS

180

Academic Title

Doctor of Social and Economic Sciences in Tourism and Leisure Systems

Tuition per term

Euro 4.440,-

Admission (once)

Euro 200,-

Program Specialties

Language

English

Methodology

100% distance learning

Required Academic Papers

Doctoral Thesis Research

 

 

STATUS

pending | starts at 1.3.2008

 

Syllabus

The syllabus of the program consists of three Special modules among which two have to be selected. the respective content is described in more detail in the tables below:

Special Phase

Doctoral Thesis:

ECTS

Thesis Research
including viva-voce

90

Doctoral Module:

ECTS

Theoretical and Methodical Research Training

15

Language Training

15

Elective

ECTS

Special Module

30

Professional Experience

ECTS

Professional Experience and Research Concept

30

Total

180

 

Special Modules

Special Modules (choice of 1)

ECTS

Corporate Finance

30

Cooperation and Network Management

30

Corporate Governance

30

Tourism Production and Innovation Management

30

Management of Major Events

30

Total

30

PhD program

1. Educational Goal

The PhD program will prepare the attendant for an academic career in tourism. Thus, the PhD is not designed as the third level of science oriented education but as the first level of a career at a university.
To receive this degree, the graduates have to prove autonomous and perfect methodological scientific working.

2. Target Students

The program addresses exclusively master graduates that are heading towards an academic career at a university and with a specific focus on tourism and leisure management research.

3. Requirements

Master degree

English knowledge in writing and speaking at a level of TOEFL 560 or IELTS 6.0 or C1

Positive approval by the University's Admission Committee

 

 

 

 

 

Program Overview

Duration

6 terms / 3 years

ECTS

180

Academic Title

Doctor of Philosophy in Tourism and Leisure Systems

Tuition per term

Euro 5.550,-

Admission (once)

Euro 200,-

 

 

Program Specialties

Language

English

Methodology

100% distance learning

Required Academic Papers

PhD Thesis Research

Curricula

Curriculum in German ... 

STATUS

pending | starts at 1.3.2008

 

 

Syllabus

The syllabus of the program consists of three Special modules among which two have to be selected. the respective content is described in more detail in the tables below:

Special Phase 

PhD Thesis:

ECTS

Thesis Research
including viva-voce

90

Doctoral Module:

ECTS

Theoretical and Methodical Research Training
Continuing presentation and discussion of thesis progress, methodical seminars on current tourism topics

15

Language Training
Scientific writing, presentation, selected grammar aspects, word pool training, idiomatic speech

15

Electives:

ECTS

Courses at the Partner University
According to the research topic

60

Total

180

 

BSC- Business School Chardonne                      

Chemin de l’Hôtel du Parc 5

1801 Le Mont-Pèlerin

Switzerland

Tel : 0041/21.923.38.00

Fax : 0041/21.923.93.14

 

It comprised of

Hotel & Tourism Institute

Institute Investment & Finance

 

InstituteChardonne Language Institute  

         

Computer Science Institute

LOCATION

We look forward to welcome you in the future in our lovely Campus, situated in the Mont-Pèlerin, above the city of Vevey.

The BSG Philosophy

 

Our Group, which was founded in 1940, has been involved in the Financial, Investment, Hotel and Tourism fields for more than 60 years, in Europe, South America and Africa.

The experience of our administrators, associates and collaborators constitutes the essence of our success, which is based on our permanent determination to improve, so as to attain the best possible results, in terms of the level of services rendered and the revenue earned.

 

Our major goal is to enable BSG students to leave our Institution as well qualified and efficient professionals apt to face the challenges of the business, financial, banking, hotel and tourism fields. With the BSG Diplomas, Graduates will be able to achieve professional recognition and mobility, which may help them to work in various parts of the world, depending upon their abilities and the respective opportunities, which may be available. We will be very pleased to welcome you as one of our students and to share with you, not only our knowledge and experience but, most of all, what we refer to as the " Spirit of BSG ", which constitutes the essence of our success and will be the basis for a promising career, for you.

 

Enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism are some of the essential characteristics of the BSG graduates, which you will definitely be proud to be a part of, in the future.

We certainly hope to welcome you at BSG, in the very near future, in our beautiful campus overlooking the Geneva Lake. BSG is located at Mont-Pèlerin, a charming village situated about 95km from the city of Geneva.

MBA and DOCTORAL DEGREES 

BSG offers the following programmes:

1. Undergraduate
2. Graduate
3. Postgraduate
4. MBA
5. Doctoral

BSG, IFI and HTI offer MBA and Doctoral Degrees in Business Administration, Finance, Hotel and Tourism Management, Marketing, Human Resources and Organization Behaviour and Information Systems.The Doctoral Degree Programs are offered in association with Foreign Institutions.


The MBA and Doctoral Programs presuppose academic courses related with the specific fields of study as well as the Elaboration and Presentation of a Thesis.

                MBA       Master of Business Administration * Open to Bachelor Degree holders or equivalent

                DBA        Doctorate of Business Administration * Open to MBA Graduates or equivalent

                Ph. D      Doctorate of Philosophy * Open to DBA Graduates or equivalent 

Professional Development Programmes PDP

BSG - Business School Geneva offers sophisticated Intensive Professional Development Courses for Executives who seek to maximise their potential results, in today's highly competitive world. Whether you are a Senior or Junior Executive, the Intensive Professional Development Programmes "PDP" will give you good and challenging learning opportunities of the latest industry trends, in an exclusive environment in Switzerland.

What is the Professional Development Programme?

Our Professional Development Programmes (PDP's) constitute one of the most effective ways for updating an area of expertise, in particular, and/or enhancing your professional skills, in general. Our courses are chosen very carefully based on the assessment and needs of the industry. A flexible way to study as you choose, what to study, by mixing and matching topics. A module usually presupposes thirty hours of lectures per week.

You may gain recognized qualifications by obtaining the respective module's Attendance Certificate.

The PDPs are an effective way of updating an area of expertise or enhancing your life skills.

 

Who is the PDP scheme for?
It is for anyone who wishes to keep abreast of the latest Professional, Political and Financial Developments in the world.

When does it start?
June (Module A, Module B & Module C).

Module A - 10 days
6 days seminars ( choose any 2 topics) and workshop plus 4 days professional visit.

Module B - 15 days
7 days seminars ( choose any 3 topics) and workshop plus 8 days professional visit.

Module C - 21 days
14 days seminars (choose any 5 topics) and workshop plus 7 days professional visit.

Courses
We offer / propose a multitude of courses, which cover the following subjects, namely:

                General Management

                Marketing Management

                Analysis and Elaboration of Feasibility Studies

                Financial Management

                Food & Beverage and Restaurant Management

                "WTO - World Trade Organization" and its implications for China, in the future.

                The European Union - what it is and what it means

                Stocks and Bonds / Futures - Portfolio Analysis and Management

                Real Estate and Property Management, Planning, Construction and Management of Property

                Human Resources Management

                Risk Management

                International Banking Management

Facilities
BSG is located in the Hotel du Parc whose refurbished facilities offer participants some of the most up-to-date study and recreational facilities available in Switzerland.

                Private out-door heated Swimming Pool

                Tennis

                Ping-pong

                Mountain bike

                French bowls

                Internet Room etc.

Accommodation & Meals
During the module term, participants are accommodated in a magnificent 4* Hotel. The accommodation included in the fees consists of standard double rooms which have their own private bathroom and the majority of which has a view over Lake Geneva. Full board is provided seven days a week. Three (3) meals on weekdays (breakfast, lunch and dinner), and two (2) meals during the weekends (brunch and dinner).

Excursions and Professional visits
* Lausanne
* Geneva or
* Bern or
* Castle of Chillon or
* Olympic Museum or
* Cheese factory or
* Wine Museum or
* Travel and Tourism Workshop or
* Wine seminars or
* World Trade Centre or
* Montreux Convention Centre
* Optional / Extra : Paris or Rome (Not included in the price of the seminar)

Fees
The Module fees include:

                Airport transfer

                Course materials

                Accommodation in Hotel du Parc ****

                Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Hotel du Parc ****

                Coffee Breaks

                Professional visits and study field trips
                (Depending on the module chosen)

                VAT and Government Taxes

Enrolment
To enrol please contact our local representative

BUSINESS SCHOOL GENEVASWITZERLAND
 
HOTEL DU PARC, CH-1801 MONT-PELERIN

Academic Year

Each academic year is composed of one semester (18 weeks) at BSG, followed by 5/7 months of paid in training in the hospitality industry either in Switzerland or abroad.
Beginning of studies at BSG, either:
January, April, August or November.

BSG Official Language

The official language at BSG is English, even though the Institute is located in the French-speaking part of Switzerland.

Course Attendance

Classes take place 5 days per week and it is compulsory to attend all scheduled classes. A full academic week presupposes about 40 class hours (45 minutes each).

Effective Education & Training

BSG has a qualified team of lecturers specialized in the Hotel and Tourism Fields.

Small Classes

At BSG classes have a maximum of 35 students.This ensures personal and direct interaction between the Lecturers and the students, so as to maximize the results thereof. This dynamic approach enables students to complete their studies in the various fields proposed by our institute.

Practical Training

Professional in-training work experience in hotels, restaurants, bars, discotheques, etc. constitutes an integral part of the BSG programmes. Students are paid monthly gross salaries of approximately SFr. 2,000 / 2,400. The BSG Placement Office assists the students to find their in-training jobs. However, BSG does not guarantee an in-training job, which depends upon the ability of every individual.

 

Admission Guidelines

The following documents are required:

Completed "Application Form".

Health Certificate duly signed by the Applicant's personal Doctor.

High School Certificate or its equivalent.

500 TOEFL or its equivalent is recommended for candidates whose native language is not English.

 

Upon notification of acceptance, students must forward immediately the advance payment of SFr. 3,000 (non-refundable and deductible from total tuition fees) as per brochure supplement. Upon receipt of the advance payment BSG will forward the formal Letter of Acceptance, which is required by the Swiss Embassy in order to apply for the required student Visa (paid for, by the student).
BSG reserves the right to revise its fees, rules, regulations and programmes, at any time. Any legal differences arising from this matter must be settled at the court in Vevey (VD) Switzerland.

 

EF Education                 

Central Admissions Office / Switzerland

EF Education First Central Admissions Office / Switzerland
Haldenstrasse 4
Luzern 6006
Tel: +41 41 417 4550
Fax: +41 41 417 4551

EF Education is the world's largest private education company that specializes in English training, educational tours and cultural exchange.EF Education was founded in 1965 by a young Swedish entrepreneur named Bertil Hult. Our first office was modest and our concept was straightforward: take Swedish high school students to England to learn English. It was a simple enough business idea on-site language and cultural studies but one with an enormous future.

Who we are: Four decades later, EF Education is the world's largest private education company, with a group of ten subsidiaries and non-profit organizations centered around language learning, educational travel and degree programs. Today, EF has over 26,000 employees, teachers and volunteers. With offices and schools in 51 countries, EF has, or online English study.

Programmes

University Preparation Programmes

We offer university preparation programmes to help you gain entry to universities in the UK, USA, Canada and Australia.

University Foundation Year

Fast track to first-year of university in an English-speaking country

Our University Foundation Year Programme is a 9 month intensive course designed for high school graduates who wish to attend university in the UK, North America or Australia. Graduates are guaranteed admission to one of our over 120 partner universities.

Start Dates; January, April and September
Locations Great Britain: Cambridge, London, Manchester

Diploma in Business and Management

Guaranteed entry to the 2nd year of UK university in just 11 months

For students who wish to study business and management in the UK and are looking for an intensive program, the EF Brittin College Diploma in Business and Management provides a fast-track route that saves students an entire year of studies.

Traditionally international students coming to the UK are required to take a 9-month University Foundation Year. The EF Brittin College Diploma in Business Management program combines this mandatory university preparation course with the first year of undergraduate studies in an intensive 11-month program.

As a result, you are guaranteed entry to the second year of an undergraduate degree after just one year of study instead of two, leading to savings in course fees, accommodation and living expenses.

Start Dates: August
Locations :Great Britain: London 

Accelerated College Degree Programme (ACDP)

Complete high school and earn an Associate Degree in the USA in only 2 years.

To Fast track your high school graduation and study for an Associate degree at the same time leading to enter at the university one year earlier.

By completing the Accelerated College Degree Programme (ACDP), you will be fast tracked to college before finishing high school and graduate from university at least one year earlier than your classmates. You will save time and money by getting a High School Diploma and transferable university credit. In conjunction with our partner colleges located in or near Seattle, USA and Vancouver, Canada, EF can help you on your fast tracked academic journey to a college degree.

Programme Details

Who is it for?
High school graduates aged 16+ who have completed Grade 10 or 11 in their home country.
Programme Length:Phase 1: 6-9 months Phase 2: 2-2.5 years
Start Dates: January, April, June (6 month programme), September
Locations :USA: New York, Santa Barbara, Seattle  Canada: Vancouver

 

Pre-Masters/MBA Programme

A 6- or 9-month rigorous preparation course for university graduates pursuing an advanced degree such as an MBA or Masters -Guranteed enrolment in a Masters degree programme.Our Pre-Masters/Pre-MBA Programme is a 6 or 9 month programme designed for university graduates who wish to pursue a post-graduate degree in the UK, North America, or Australia. Our curriculum will prepare you for the rigors of postgraduate study, and an optional internship will provide you with valuable work experience. Graduates of the programme are guaranteed admission at our extensive network of partner universities.

Who is it for?: University graduates aged 21+ who wish to enrol in a Masters or MBA degree programme in an English-speaking country.
Programme Length 6- or 9-month
Start Dates :  January, April, June and September
Locations :Great Britain: Cambridge, London

University Placement Course

Overview

Fast track to university in an English-speaking country-Our University Placement Course is designed for high school graduates who wish to attend university in the UK, North America, Australia or New Zealand. Graduates are guaranteed admission to one of our over 120 partner universities.

Programme Details

Who is it for?
High school graduates aged 17+ who wish to attend university in an English-speaking country.
Programme Length: 3, 6 or 9 months programme options are available, depending on destination
Start Dates: January, April and September
Locations
: Hours per week in class:30 or 32 (20 hours or 21 hours, 20 minutes tuition time).

 

 

Sweeden

 

AMBergh Education                

Västmannagatan 50, SE-113 25 Stockholm, Sweden
Phone/fax: +46 8 612 23 30,

E-mail: mail@ambergh.com

 

AMBergh Education offers you the opportunity to improve your Russian or Ukrainian language skills and knowledge about Russia and Ukraine whatever your level of skill, age or background. AMBergh Education is a Swedish company that works in association with the major universities and language schools in Russia and Ukraine in order to offer a wide range of courses and support to individuals or groups.

Study Russian in Moscow
Moscow


St Petersburg

Study Russian in Kiev
Kiev

Study Russian in Odessa
Odessa

Study Russian in Nizhny Novgorod
Nizhny Novgorod

Whether you are a beginner, or at an intermediate or advanced level, we can offer courses to suit you. In addition to arranging your course of studies, we will also give you important information, take care of your invitation for visa and accommodation arrangements. After finished course you will get diploma.

Study Russian in Yalta
Yalta

Study Russian in Petrozavodsk
Petrozavodsk

Study Russian in Novosibirsk
Novosibirsk

Study Russian in Vladivostok
Vladivostok

Study Russian in Kazan
Kazan

We also offer you the opportunity to take part in tempting excursion and sightseeing programmes, which provide you with extra opportunities to get to know Russia and Ukraine as well as their respective cultures.

   

 

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