Do you dream of leading the world’s most prestigious hotels? The minor The World of Luxury Hotels is your key to becoming a future leader in the luxury hospitality industry. Developed in collaboration with top luxury hotel partners, this brand-new program offers a rare opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals. Through frequent visits to beautiful properties, you will gain hands-on experience and insider knowledge directly from industry leaders. This minor will equip you with the skills to develop innovative hotel concepts, enhance guest experiences, and lead the future of luxury hospitality.

Minor content

During this minor, you will immerse yourself in the world of luxury hotels, exploring key trends, ethical dilemmas, and the drivers of innovation in high-end hospitality. Rather than just having classes at school, we will embark on frequent Industry Visits, where our industry experts and luxury hotel partners will inspire us and share their insights about what truly makes a hotel luxurious. And what better place to learn than within the luxury hotels themselves?
You will also develop your own luxury hotel concept, focusing on guest experience and innovative solutions, culminating in a pitch to a luxury industry panel.

This minor is offered by Hotel Management School.

 

Structure of the minor

The minor The World of Luxury Hotels spans 10 weeks and earns you 15 EC. It is designed for students eager to master the luxury hotel sector, combining academic learning with real-world experience. You’ll participate in boardroom sessions, engage with industry leaders, and explore the following theme’s:

• What is Luxury? - Onboarding to the Essence of High-End Hospitality
• Luxury Guest Experience - Creating unforgettable experiences
• Design - Aesthetic Excellence
• Food & Beverage - A Gastronomic Odyssey
• Talent & Culture - Unleashing potential
• Marketing - The art of connection
• Sustainability - Nurturing Tomorrow
• Development - Pioneering Perspectives

Minor includes:
Field trips: An overnight stay in Amsterdam, where you will conduct a Mystery Visit at a luxury hotel including a food experience tour. Additionally, an overnight stay in Maastricht to explore luxury concepts beyond the city limits (chateau’s).
• Weekly industry visits: Explore some of the most beautiful luxury properties, with exclusive insights from professionals who will share their expertise about the weekly theme’s.
• Weekly boardroom sessions: You will receive guidance and actively develop your luxury hotel concept.

This minor is designed for Hotel Management students and students from all other programmes with a passion for the luxury hotel industry. 

Students must have completed their first-year studies and have a keen interest in exploring luxury hospitality. As part of this program, you will participate in field trips to Amsterdam and Maastricht, costing approximately €500 per participant (covering venue, accommodation, and F&B). 

Additionally, we recommend having a weekly OV travel pass for the weekly trips to various cities, as transportation costs will otherwise be at your own expense. This minor is perfect for students who are aiming to excel in the luxury hotel sector, offering them valuable connections, insights from top professionals, and the chance to develop a unique vision for luxury hospitality. Upon successful completion of the minor, you will earn an official certificate, recognizing your expertise and readiness to excel in the luxury hotel industry. Embark on your journey into the world of luxury hospitality today. Discover how you can make an impact in a world where elegance meets innovation, and tradition meets modernity. Apply now and begin your journey to the top of the luxury hotel industry!

Examination

Your performance in this minor will be assessed through a combination of written reports, presentations, and a final project. You will develop a distinctive luxury hotel concept and pitch it to an industry panel.

Learning Outcomes:

Comprehensive Understanding of the Luxury Hotel Business Ecosystem

• Explore the intricate network of stakeholders, trends, and dynamics within the luxury hotel industry.
• Analyse the roles of key players such as guests, management, suppliers, and local communities in shaping the luxury hotel landscape.
• Evaluate the impact of global and local factors on luxury hotel operations and market positioning.

Crafting and Refining a Luxury Hotel Concept

• Develop a nuanced understanding of luxury hotel concepts, encompassing design, guest experience, and marketing strategies.
• Construct a comprehensive luxury hotel concept, integrating elements of design, guest experience, and marketing to create a cohesive brand identity and sustainability.
• Explore innovative approaches to luxury hospitality, balancing traditional elegance with contemporary trends and guest preferences.

Examining Sustainability Practices in Luxury Hotels

• Investigate sustainability initiatives and practices implemented in luxury hotels, analyzing their environmental, social, and economic implications.
• Assess the integration of sustainability principles into the guest experience, exploring how eco-conscious initiatives enhance guest satisfaction and loyalty.
• Examine the alignment between sustainability practices and luxury hotel branding, evaluating how sustainability enhances brand reputation and differentiation in the competitive marketplace.