Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Sustainable Hospitality & Tourism Management
Turn your passion for travel and hospitality into a career that creates real impact for people and the planet.
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START DATES
- On-Campus / Livestreaming: September, February
DURATION
- 3 years program
- 6 semesters
TUITION FEES
On Campus / Livestreaming
- Year 1: EUR / CHF 18,800
- Year 2: EUR / CHF 18,800
- Year 3: EUR / CHF 18,800
LOCATION
- Lake Geneva (Switzerland)
- Milan (Italy)
- Livestreaming
CREDITS
120 CTS
LANGUAGE
English
Discover the program
At SUMAS, you’ll learn to manage hospitality operations and design sustainable tourism experiences with innovation, responsibility, and leadership. Gain hands-on experience, collaborate with industry leaders, and prepare to shape the future of responsible hospitality worldwide.
SUMAS students put sustainability into action: enhancing luxury hospitality practices at Mandarin Oriental Geneva and designing high-impact tourism strategies that support local communities and wildlife conservation in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, aligned with Africa Agenda 2063.
Your BBA at a glance
EMPLOYABILITY
Green talent is in high demand! SUMAS graduates earn immediate employment. They are engaged in various business sectors, leveraging their knowledge and skills to power companies’ sustainability journeys.
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Meet with like-minded classmates who share your passion for sustainability! Forge impactful connections at the Swiss Conservation Center, and experience the dynamic atmosphere of Milan Innovation and Design District.
ALUMNI NETWORK
Connect with our Alumni Network, a global community of leaders in various industries, innovative startups and international organisations. Broaden your horizons and expand your professional network!
Your BBA at a glance
EMPLOYABILITY
Green talent is in high demand! SUMAS graduates earn immediate employment. They are engaged in various business sectors, leveraging their knowledge and skills to power companies’ sustainability journeys.
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Meet with like-minded classmates who share your passion for sustainability! Forge impactful connections at the Swiss Conservation Center, and experience the dynamic atmosphere of Milan Innovation and Design District.
ALUMNI NETWORK
Connect with our Alumni Network, a global community of leaders in various industries, innovative startups and international organisations. Broaden your horizons and expand your professional network!
Student Life
At the Sustainability Management School, students are not only immersed in a dynamic academic environment but also have the opportunity to embrace a well-rounded student life: whether you’re drawn to the city’s urban energy of the butsling Milan City Campus or the natural beauty of Switzerland’s Lake Geneva Campus, your experience goes beyond the classrooms.
Lifestyle, Cultural Richness, Networking Opportunities, International Environment, explore the vibrant Culture of Milan, or the peaceful Swiss landscape with its Serene Environment, its International Community, its Proximity to Nature and Sports Activities. Wherever, you’ll find opportunities to engage in enriching activities.
Fees
| Campus | Year 1 | |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Lake Geneva / Livestreaming / Dual-Campus | CHF 9,400 | CHF 9,400 |
| Milan City | EUR 9,400 | EUR 9,400 |
| Expenses & Material | CHF/EUR 250 | CHF/EUR 250 |
| Campus | Year 2 | |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 | |
| Lake Geneva / Livestreaming / Dual-Campus | CHF 9,400 | CHF 9,400 |
| Milan City | EUR 9,400 | EUR 9,400 |
| Expenses & Material | CHF/EUR 250 | CHF/EUR 250 |
| Campus | Year 3 | |
| Semester 5 | Semester 6 | |
| Lake Geneva / Livestreaming / Dual-Campus | CHF 9,400 | CHF 9,400 |
| Milan City | EUR 9,400 | EUR 9,400 |
| Expenses & Material | CHF/EUR 250 | CHF/EUR 250 |
Fees valid from intake 2025/2026
| Campus | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |||
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Semester 5 | Semester 6 | |
| Lake Geneva / Livestreaming / Dual-Campus | CHF 9,400 | CHF 9,400 | CHF 9,400 | CHF 9,400 | CHF 9,400 | CHF 9,400 |
| Milan City | EUR 9,400 | EUR 9,400 | EUR 9,400 | EUR 9,400 | EUR 9,400 | EUR 9,400 |
| Expenses & Material | CHF/EUR 250 | CHF/EUR 250 | CHF/EUR 250 | CHF/EUR 250 | CHF/EUR 250 | CHF/EUR 250 |
Fees valid from intake 2025/2026
Apply for an International On-Campus or Livestreaming Experience!
Lake Geneva Campus, CH
Milan City Campus, Italy
Livestreaming, anywhere
How to apply for your BBA
We operate a rolling admissions system for our Bachelor intakes each September and February. Please submit your application using our online platform.
Hear from our Students
”Each and everyone of the projects completed at SUMAS helped me develop both personal and professional skills that I otherwise wouldn’t have today.
Beatrice Perris MagnettoManaging Director, Fondazione Magnetto, Switzerland
”A highlight for me has been the professors, as well as the courses. The projects were also very insightful and rewarding in terms of understanding what different industries are like and what to expect in the future.
Amarbayasgalan IderNorway, Undergraduate Class of 2022
Why study at
SUMAS ?
With the knowledge of sustainability, your opportunities are endless.
World First in Sustainability Education
SUMAS is the first in the world to offer BBA & MBA programs in Sustainability Management.
Exceptional Career Outcomes
With a 98% graduate employment rate, SUMAS alumni consistently secure top managerial and leadership positions.
Truly Global Community
Diverse, multicultural campuses with 70+ nationalities that prepare students for international careers.
Real-World, High-Impact Projects
Students gain practical experience from top global sustainability projects with international companies.
Why study at
SUMAS ?
With the knowledge of sustainability, your opportunities are endless.
World First in Sustainability Education
SUMAS is the first in the world to offer BBA & MBA programs in Sustainability Management.
Exceptional Career Outcomes
With a 98% graduate employment rate, SUMAS alumni consistently secure top managerial and leadership positions.
Truly Global Community
A diverse, multicultural campus with 70+ nationalities that prepares students for international careers.
Real-World, High-Impact Projects
Students gain practical experience from top global sustainability projects with international companies.
Scholarships
Partial Scholarships are offered to students who embrace the values and spirit of our institution. We offer 5 different scholarships to support your MBA studies at SUMAS:
Academic Calendars
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Learn more about our programs through our detailed brochure, where you can explore our different majors and courses. Get inspired by our Experiential Camps and Projects, our dynamic Alumni community and immerse yourself in our environment!
It’s the first steps towards your sustainable journey!