Luxury Business Summer Program

Date: 28 July – 4 August 2024

Location: Switzerland

Age: 15-17

Our Luxury Business Summer Program offers an electrifying introduction to the universe of luxury. From the precision of a Swiss watch to the excellence of a finely crafted guest experience, we will share our passion for luxury with you during one unforgettable week.

Step inside the home of luxury

You’ll make your home at our flagship Glion campus with its commanding views of Montreux, Lake Geneva and the Alps. From there, we’ll take you to visit renowned brands and operators across the spectrum of luxury, from hotels to retail to premium watches.

On campus you’ll participate in bespoke masterclasses and practical workshops. Plus you’ll enjoy leisure activities as well as delightful dinners on and off campus, from barbecues to fine dining experiences.

“A unique immersion in the universe of luxury”

Program highlights

From your arrival at Geneva Airport on Sunday 28 July to your departure from Switzerland on Sunday 4 August, you will never be short of things to see, do and learn. We’ll provide a complete timetable of classes, workshops, visits and leisure activities when you arrive.

You can expect:

  • Academic masterclasses focused on the business of luxury
  • Practical workshops relating to luxury experiences including cocktail mixology
  • Field trips to Zurich, Gstaad, Geneva, and more
  • Exclusive visits to celebrated five-star hotels and luxury retail outlets
  • Gourmet dinners with fellow participants, Glion alumni and influential guests
  • Extracurricular social and leisure activities to discover the Swiss Riviera

 

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The Program

Luxury Business Summer Program 28 July – 4 August Glion/Montreux, Switzerland**

SUNDAY 28 JULY

All day
Arrivals to Geneva Airport (GVA)

Afternoon
Lakeside beach activities

Evening
Introduction to Glion and welcome dinner

MONDAY 29 JULY

Morning
Introduction to the World of Luxury

Afternoon
Behind-the-scenes at an iconic luxury hotel

Evening
Dinner at a five-star hotel

TUESDAY 30 JULY

Morning
The Art of Mixology

Afternoon
Excursion to Gstaad & a visit to a luxury retail store

Evening
Dinner in Gstaad

WEDNESDAY 31 JULY

Morning
Delivering a Luxury Guest Experience

Afternoon
Sports activities on the lake

Evening
Movie night

THURSDAY 1 AUGUST

Morning
Orchestrating Events

Afternoon
Five-star hotel visit & workshop

Evening
BBQ in Crans-Montana

FRIDAY 2 AUGUST

Morning
Translating Luxury into Design

Afternoon
The heritage and history of luxury timepieces in Geneva

Evening
Awards ceremony

SATURDAY 3 AUGUST

All Day

Art and Culture in Zurich

SUNDAY 4 AUGUST

Morning
Departures from Geneva Airport (GVA)

*This is an example program. A confirmed schedule will be given to participants upon arrival.

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Fees and Entry Requirements

Fees

Glion/Montreux, Switzerland

One week program 28 July–04 August 2024

CHF 2,930

Bachelor’s degree offer

After completion, any student who enrolls in a Glion or Les Roches undergraduate degree program will have the Summer Program fee deducted from the first semester’s tuition fees.

Entry requirements

Age

Students must be over the age of 15, and under the age of 18 years old at the start of the program.

Valid Passport

Students must hold a valid passport. Nationals of any country can apply and follow the process for obtaining a visa for Switzerland, if required.

Health Insurance

Students must have a valid health insurance for Switzerland.

Letter of Motivation or Recommendation

Students are recommended to write a short letter of motivation or to request a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher or education counselor.

English Language Qualification

If English is not your first language, or if you have not spent the last two years studying in a school where English is the primary language of instruction, please enclose a copy of one of the following:

  • International English Language Test (IELTS): 4.5
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 450
  • First Cambridge Exam: Grade C
  • A letter of recommendation from a high school teacher could also be considered

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