
VATEL Hotel and Tourism Business School - Bordeaux
France

Vatel Bordeaux: in a few key elements
- 710 students & 55 nationalities
- 2 campuses located in the Bordeaux city center
- Courses in French & English languages - all French State Certified Degrees Level 7
- International Wine & Spirits specialization (MBA)
- 100% Placement (2019)
- 4* Vatel Hotel and a restaurant
- Listed on the Unesco World Heritage
- Ideal location only 2 hours from Paris and the other European capital cities
- 20 minutes from the world’s best vineyards and wineries
MBA in International Hotel Management
An MBA degree to become an authentic leader in a vibrant industry.
Educational goals : Build on your previous experience and develop your analytic and decision-making skills. Learn to innovate and adapt in a challenging environment.
Title and Degrees awarded:
- MBA in International Hotel Management (French State Certified Degree Level 7)
Length of studies: 18 months - including a 4-6 Months Internship
Total number of credits: 120 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System)
MBA Specialization in International Wine & Spirits Management
Stand out as an expert with strategic business skills to reach managerial positions within the Wine and Spirits Industries.
Educational Goals : The MBA will provide you with management skills applied to this specific and international industry. You will also gain real knowledge of Wine and Spirits through a professional certification and a variety of hands-on events (conferences, wine tours, tasting sessions, workshops etc).
Title and Degrees awarded:
- MBA in International Hotel Management (French State Certified Degree Level 7)
- Award in Wine & Spirits Level II - Wine & Spirits Education Trust
- Award in Wines Level III - Wine & Spirits Education Trust
Get ready for the MBA programme of your choice !
Preparatory Course : A 3-months preparatory course for students with a business background but no prior experience in the field of Hospitality. It combines specific Hospitality courses and practical training, allowing you to acquire the necessary skills and culture required to succeed in the MBA in International Hotel Management.
Foundation Year : For students with a non-business background and no prior experience in the field of Hospitality. A year combining practical training, professional culture and core business topics like Marketing, Human Ressources and Management. You will also be introduced to the operational departments of the Hospitality Industry. An international internship will test your adaptability and complete the year.
Admission Requirements
Direct Entry:
Bachelor's degree in Hotel & Tourism Management or Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or Commerce including a six-month international internship in the tourism or hospitality fields
Preparatory Course or Foundation Year Program?
Preparatory Course : For students with a business background but no prior experience in the field of Hospitality.
Foundation Year : For students with a non-business background and no prior experience in the field of Hospitality.
Language Requirements :
To take courses in English : Equivalent to CEFR B2/C1: IELTS 6.0 (academic) or TOEFL iBT 90, Cambridge CPE B2, CAE B2 or FCE Grade B
To take courses in French: Equivalent to CEFR B2: DELF / TCF B2 (minimum), DALF C1 (recommended)
For International Candidates:
- Foundation Year Program: 10,500€
- Passerelle: 1,700€
- Direct entry: 11,700€/year
For French/EU Candidates:
- Foundation Year Program: 9,000€
- Passerelle: 1,700€
- Direct entry: 9,000€/year