Glion & luxury: perfect partners
Education for a world that demands elevated experiences
Luxury is not an extension of what we do.
It is embedded within our academic DNA.
At Glion we don’t just follow luxury; we lead it. Through our pioneering applied research we change perspectives and inspire new thinking across the industry. And at the core of our educational mission is to deliver outstanding talents with the business savvy and leadership attributes to shape the industry for generations to come.
Our graduates move into fashion, watches, jewelry, automotive, wines & spirits, real estate and beyond. That’s because the most selective employers recognize the all-round quality of a Glion education, together with the professional and interpersonal skills we instill in every student.
Step confidently inside the luxury industry
Providing internship opportunities with the most important names in luxury forms a crucial element of our career support for students.
These are just some of the brands that have invited our Bachelor’s and Master’s students to experience real-world professional life:
These showcase placements across:
- Fashion & couture – Dior, Chanel, Moncler, Gucci, Hermès, Louis Vuitton
- Watches & jewelry – Rolex, Cartier, Audemars Piguet, Richemont, Tiffany & Co., Bulgari
- Luxury cars – Ferrari, Porsche
- Wines & spirits – LVMH, Moët Hennessy
- Auction houses – Sotheby’s, Christie’s
- Luxury real estate & media – John Taylor, Harper’s Bazaar
Why luxury? And why Glion?
The international luxury industry is an engine of economic growth and prosperity that shows no sign of slowing down. The facts speak for themselves:
- Luxury is a €1.5 trillion global market
- Experiential luxury growing faster than goods
- Luxury hospitality & experiences worth ≈€200–210 billion
- Millennials & Gen Z driving ~70% of spending by 2025–2030
If you’re ambitious to join this exciting, dynamic and truly global business, Glion puts a name on your resume that is genuinely respected throughout the luxury sector. But more than this, as a Glion student you’ll benefit from:
- Luxury expert faculty, including highly skilled industry practitioners and PhD level scholars
- Luxury-focused degree programs at both undergraduate and graduate level
- Institutional capability in areas such as guest experience design, clienteling and brand activations which are now central to the luxury offer
- Unrivaled luxury industry partnerships and recruiting relationships
- Our specialization in developing soft skills and leadership behaviors which are ideally suited to the demands of the luxury sector
Why luxury? And why Glion?
The international luxury industry is an engine of economic growth and prosperity that shows no sign of slowing down. The facts speak for themselves:
- Luxury is a €1.5 trillion global market
- Experiential luxury growing faster than goods
- Luxury hospitality & experiences worth ≈€200–210 billion
- Millennials & Gen Z driving ~70% of spending by 2025–2030
If you’re ambitious to join this exciting, dynamic and truly global business, Glion puts a name on your resume that is genuinely respected throughout the luxury sector. But more than this, as a Glion student you’ll benefit from:
- Luxury expert faculty, including highly skilled industry practitioners and PhD level scholars
- Luxury-focused degree programs at both undergraduate and graduate level
- Institutional capability in areas such as guest experience design, clienteling and brand activations which are now central to the luxury offer
- Unrivaled luxury industry partnerships and recruiting relationships
- Our specialization in developing soft skills and leadership behaviors which are ideally suited to the demands of the luxury sector
Tap into a world of luxury knowledge & experience
Throughout your studies at Glion, you’ll have ready access to some of the brightest minds in luxury-focused academia. Get to know some of our faculty and their areas of expertise through these articles in our business and lifestyle magazine, The Insider:
Luxury & social hierarchies
As an expert in the field of evolutionary psychology, Dr. Evrim De Groot explores how luxury’s role in social structures is evolving.
Have you found your unfair advantage for a luxury career?
Frédéric Biousse is a vastly experienced luxury professional and entrepreneur, who came to prominence by transforming the affordable luxury fashion retailers Sandro and Maje into globally significant brands. Before that he was an executive at LVMH, the same company that is today a key investor in Fontenille Collection, the luxury hotel brand he founded in 2014.
Frédéric was a recent guest of our business podcast series, The Insider Podcast, and during that conversation he delivered this memorable quote:
“Hospitality is the best training opportunity to have huge positions at luxury groups.”
There could be few more meaningful endorsements of how valuable hospitality’s transferable skills can be as a foundation for successful careers in luxury.
Glion alumni leading in luxury
From senior executives to successful entrepreneurs, Glion graduates are making their presence felt across the luxury sector. Through exclusive stories in our business and lifestyle magazine The Insider, we give them a voice and celebrate their achievements.
Luxury events & personalization – alumna perspective
Glion alumna Eugénia Moser is Events & Client Development EMEA at luxury fashion maison Louis Vuitton. She spoke to us about the importance of exclusivity and personalization in luxury events.
Ogier unwrapped – a luxury brand deep dive
Glion alumnus Laurent Ogier has transformed his family’s skiwear business to become one of the most sought-after luxury alpine wear labels. In this article, we discover how he did it and what next for the maison.
Glion helps Olga aim for new heights
Even experienced professionals can benefit from Glion’s unique luxury focus, thanks to our flexible study Executive Master of Advanced Studies program. One recent graduate is Olga Adams, Store Director for Chaumet’s international flagship in London’s New Bond Street.
Listen to our students’ voices
In these videos, our students explain in their own words:
- Why they chose a degree focused on the luxury sector
- How internships shaped their career direction
- The impact of experiential learning & discovery trips
- Their exposure to maisons and industry leaders
Tally Galtos
Tally Galtos, Bachelor's in Luxury Business student, explains the most important and valuable thing she's learnt at Glion
Elizaveta Dolukhanian
Elizaveta Dolukhanian, Bachelor's in Luxury Business student, explains how she defines luxury
Matteo Petrini
Matteo Petrini, Bachelor's in Luxury Business student, shares his tips for understanding the future of luxury
Jérémy Droz-dit-Busset
Jérémy Droz-dit-Busset, Master's in Luxury Management & Guest Experience student, shares his experience as a Business Analyst at Louis Vuitton
Simone Trivelli
Bachelor's and Master's graduate Simone Trivelli reflects on his journey and the experiences that shaped him
Industry immersion is embedded into our programs
We aim to inspire excellence throughout every step of your academic journey. As a Glion student you’ll be immersed in luxury, not just during your time on campus and via your professional internships, but also through an exceptional program of field trips and site visits.
These offsite experiences enable you to witness first-hand how the luxury business operates and how luxury brands are built and sustained, delivering essential insights that you will need to lead and strategically direct a luxury business.
Bachelor's Luxury Discovery Trip to Milan
From real estate excellence at Lionard to iconic craftsmanship at Poltrona Frau, innovation with BCG + Innovamey, timeless precision at Rolex, and hospitality at Hotel Galleria Vik — our Experiential Year 1 Luxury Business students experienced the industry at its finest.
Bachelor's Luxury Discovery Trip to Paris
From iconic maisons to immersive, behind-the-scenes experiences, this inspiring introduction marks the beginning of our Bachelor's in Luxury Business path into the world of luxury.
Bachelor's luxury immersion at Hermès in Zurich
Bachelor's in Luxury Business students had the opportunity to visit the iconic Hermès store in Zurich, where the Flagship Store Manager shared invaluable insights into the brand’s rich history, craftsmanship, and core values.
BSc2 Luxury Business students visit to Watches & Wonder in Geneva
From exclusive brand presentations with Piaget, Arnold & Son, and Hublot, to exploring the latest in craftsmanship, innovation, and design, students experienced luxury storytelling at its finest, directly from the 'maisons' that shape the industry.
Alina shares her Luxury Business journey
Discover how hands-on learning, international exposure, and a passion for hospitality are shaping Alina's path in the luxury industry.
Bachelor's alumna at Cartier
From passion to profession, experience the Glion journey through the eyes of Julie Charbonnier, now working at Cartier after starting her journey at Glion.
Master's Business Field Trip to Milan
From luxury brand visits to industry insights, students explored the heart of Milan’s fashion and design scene. Master's in Luxury Management and Guest Experience students enjoyed a week filled with learning, inspiration, and unforgettable moments in one of the world’s luxury capitals.
