Bachelor in Luxury Business

• Accreditations : ACBSP, IACBE, EDUQUA

• Degree awarded : Bachelor of Business Administration (with specialisation in Luxury Business)

• Credits : 130 CH/US (184 ECTS)

• Length : 3 years

• 41 courses : including a wide range of subjects
• Study mode : full time
• Format : on-campus

• Small classes : 20 students

• Excellent ratio : professor / students : 1 / 6

• Language : English.

   We also offer a bilingual program (EN-FR)

• 2 intakes per year in March and October.


This undergraduate curriculum focuses on your success and provides you with global perspectives, real-business knowledge and a modern vision of organisations. You will develop a global, sustainable and digital mindset. 

The curriculum contains 37 core courses & 4 elective courses to choose from the specialisation.

Sample core courses

• Inside the Consumer’s Mind

• The Power of Sales

• Negotiation for Business

• Digital Era Marketing Strategy

• Project Management

• Business in the Digital Age


Specialisation : elective courses

• Luxury Business Management

• Luxury Watch Business

• International Brand Strategy

• International Marketing

• International Business

• Driving Strategy with AI


Preparing for your career


Our high-impact learning approach prepares you to become a versatile professional, ready to adapt to the challenges of a rapidly evolving business landscape and society. You will graduate fully prepared to embrace top career opportunities.

• Excellent record : 94% of BBA students are satisfied with their studies. 90% of BBA graduates find a job or pursue advanced degree studies within 6 months after graduation.

• Experiential learning : Our Bachelor degree is interactive and experiential, using a combination of case studies, group exercises, discussions, project work and business simulations. The curriculum gives you real-life business skills.

• Real business exposure : The in-class experience is combined with an exposure to real business operations through guest speaker sessions, industry and company visits. These events introduce you to numerous career opportunities.

• Career & workshops : Modern career workshops, tailored career advice, real business exposure and networking and industry opportunities help create career opportunities for you.

• Jobs & Internships : We provide access to a variety of useful information : job ads, internship ads, job portals and guidance.

• Excellent place to work : Switzerland offers top career opportunities.


IFM offers 2 intakes per year in October and March . 

To apply for the programme, you need to submit the following before the application deadlines.

Undergraduate requirements
• A completed application form
• A 300-400 word cover letter
• High school diploma, Baccalaureate, A levels, Maturite or equivalent
• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates (in English)
• For non-native English speaker, provide proof of your English proficiency
• A letter of reference from your school or one of your professors (if possible)
• A copy of your passport photograph (ID) page
• One recent passport-sized, colour photograph, jpeg format (of yourself)
• A non-refundable application fee of CHF/EUR 150.-

Language test requirements : IELTS (6.0), TOEFL (80 ibt), DET Duolingo (110) or equivalent.


You can find more information about the application deadlines, procedures, tuition fees, international students on web pages concerning admissions : see

Why choose the IFM Bachelor degree?

• Earn an accredited Bachelor’s degree that combines a solid education with a transformative life experience.

• Benefit from a cutting-edge curriculum enriched by insights from leading business professionals and industry experts.

• Gain comprehensive knowledge across diverse subjects, international perspectives, practical skills, and develop a mindset for success.

• Engage in real-world, hands-on learning activities that bring business concepts and tools to life.

• Grow personally in a supportive environment, achieve self-fulfillment, and gain a degree that broadens your outlook

• Graduate fully equipped to launch a successful career.

Hublot Manufacture 

IFM students will have the amazing opportunity to visit the watch manufacturer Hublot, renowned for its craftsmanship and innovation. During this visit, you will discover the different aspects of watchmaking, from design to manufacturing. You will also have the opportunity to admire Hublot watches, unique and luxurious pieces.
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President Wilson Visit 

WIFM students had the exclusive opportunity to go behind the scenes of the prestigious President Wilson Hotel. Known for owning the "european’s most expensive suite," or for featuring the Chef Danny Khezzar, a finalist of Top Chef, the hotel provided an immersive experience in the art of hotel management. IFM students had the privilege to learn how to create exceptional notoriety in a very competitive market.
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Porsche Visit

IFM students visited the Porsche Centre in Geneva. Porsche is an iconic brand of sports and high-end cars. The brand belongs to the VW group. Porsche has a turnover of more than 28.7 billion euros and 36,000 employees worldwide. 
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Partouche Group 

LIFM students immersed themselves in the world of Partouche casinos, a renowned French gaming and leisure group. With 41 casinos, 12 hotels, and 70 restaurants, Partouche offers top-notch entertainment and excitement. During this exclusive tour, our students explored behind the scenes, learning about market digitalization and exceptional customer service.
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Piaget visit

IFM students had the chance to visit the Piaget manufacture. It was a very rich experience where they were able to learn the secrets of luxury watchmaking and interact with passionate employees. Since 1874, Piaget has been creating luxury watches and jewelry. The brand belongs to the luxury group Richemont.
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