Sommet Education, the worldwide hospitality education group encompassing the highly reputed education institutions – Glion Institute of Higher Education, Les Roches and Ecole Ducasse – is reinforcing its study portfolio with a wide range of flexible learning solutions including blended learning programs.
Glion Connect” and “Les Roches Connect” Bachelor
New Bachelor students are offered the possibility of a full first semester on-line or partially at home and on campus. These curriculum options enable students to start the next Bachelor intake in March 2021 remotely while providing an efficient solution to travel restrictions and sanitary situation.
Through the blended learning solution, Bachelor students have two remote learning options. They have the possibility to study 10 weeks at home followed by 10 weeks on campus to complete the first semester or to study 20 weeks at home and complete their first semester remotely and hence provides students with the level of flexibility necessary to adapt their needs and the current circumstances. The learning outcomes equal to a first semester spent fully on campus.
Glion and Les Roches Master Degree Face to Face, Remote, or Both ‘A la Carte’ Study Options
Students will have the possibility to pursue 100% of their degree on campus, 100% remotely, or they can also choose to study remotely until they feel ready or they are able to join the campus.
On-campus and remote students experience the same classes. The longstanding commitment to personalized teaching is maintained, with a maximum 35 students per class (face-to-face and remote combined). Remote students receive one-to-one online mentoring sessions with program leaders and faculty during pre-defined office hours.
Whether you need advice on your career path, help to keep you on-track for success or a guide to discovering what lights you up, your mentor will be there to enable your full potential.
Hand-picked working groups blend on-campus and remote students. Online psychometric tests enable remote students to develop their soft skills and leadership.
Other digital/online features include business simulations and assessments, as well as a range of interactive extracurricular activities designed to bring the student community together. These include e-sport, talent contest, wine tasting and tandem language exchange.
Personalized career support for all Master students includes: bespoke career counselling, online interview techniques, LinkedIn profile set-up and career workshops.
Remote students are invited to participate in the virtual Connect & Recruit – Online Recruitment Day. During this event they can meet and interact with more than 200 company representatives in the hospitality, finance and luxury sectors.
All students enjoy equal access to career opportunities through the online internship and job platform. Remote students will be introduced to their local alumni office to help then become more closely connected to their community.
All remote students are offered a two year window in which to join a study trip with on-campus students. This provides additional flexibility to schedule the trip at an appropriate time.