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At César Ritz Colleges, we challenge tradition and lead with innovation. Rooted in Swiss hospitality, we empower curious minds to rethink, refine, and realize bold ideas—preparing future leaders for a rapidly evolving world.
Founded in 1982, César Ritz Colleges has been redefining what it means to lead. Inspired by the pioneering mindset of our namesake, we believe leadership isn’t a title – it’s a mindset shaped through action.
Our mission is to equip students with the strategic clarity, confidence, and global perspective to lead transformative C-suite careers in hospitality, entrepreneurship, and beyond.
Topping the list
1st
Communication with tutors (THE-ICE 2022 Student Satisfaction Global Index)
1st
Communication with students (THE-ICE 2022 Student Satisfaction Global Index)
1st
On-campus facilities access (THE-ICE 2022 Student Satisfaction Global Index)
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Best Hospitality School in the World
(2025 QS World University Rankings)
3rd
Best Hospitality School for Academic Reputation
(score: 93.7/100)
(2025 QS World University Rankings)
5th
Best Hospitality School for Employer Reputation
(score: 93.3/100)
(2025 QS World University Rankings)
César Ritz Colleges is a University of Applied Sciences Institute, officially accredited by the Swiss Accreditation Council. This distinction ensures our degrees meet the highest academic and industry standards, and are recognised by employers and institutions worldwide.
With two Swiss-accredited degrees – including our Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Business Management and our Master of Science in Leadership – we offer a rigorous, respected, and globally relevant education.
We don’t learn from tradition. We teach, and our students experience, innovation in practice.
Our innovation philosophy – Rethink. Refine. Realise. – equips students to:
This mindset goes beyond the classroom, shaping how our students think, lead, and succeed.
We design education around real-world success. Students complete two paid international internships and benefit from a dedicated career services team that supports personal and professional growth.
Our graduates join a powerful global network of 12,500 César Ritz alumni – 40% of whom now hold C-Suite roles, and 35% who have launched their own businesses.
Our campus in Brig–just 20 minutes from César Ritz’s birthplace– is an inspiring setting of Swiss Alps, bold ideas, and focused learning. It’s strategically placed between the international hubs of Milan and Zurich and serves as home to a vibrant student community.
With independent-living accommodation, multi- cultural immersion, and a strong peer network, students experience the perfect blend of challenge and support in a one-of-a kind creative hub.
César Ritz Colleges isn’t just a school. It’s a launchpad for thinkers, doers, and leaders who want to make a difference.
We invite you to bring your ambition, your creativity, and your desire to lead – and we’ll give you the mindset, mentorship, and momentum to realise it.
We are part of Swiss Education Group – an alliance of internationally-celebrated schools that specialize hospitality, business, and culinary arts. As a César Ritz Colleges student, you will join a global community of students and alumni where you can share advice and uncover new opportunities. Our graduates go on to build successful careers across a wide range of industries, providing you with an invaluable network.