Work & Study Program: Hotel Management Degree
Where theory meets practice – and you’re right there making it happen.
You love making people feel welcome – while at the same time you want to study, work in a hotel, and take on responsibility? Then our Work & Study program in Hotel Management is exactly right for you: you combine academic knowledge with real hands-on hotel experience and develop step by step into a hospitality professional.
Practical part
During the practical phases, you’re not just “along for the ride” – you’re fully involved. You get to know different departments of the hotel and understand how everything works together. You will work in a part-time position (approx. 20-25h/week) with appropriate compensation at a European Motel One hotel you are applying for.
- Front Office & Reservations: check-in, guest communication, service quality
- Breakfast & Bar: processes, standards, and service organization
- Housekeeping & Quality Checks: cleanliness and cooperation with external partners
- Revenue & Sales: pricing strategies and customer acquisition
- Back Office & Administration: purchasing, figures, and reports
With us, you don’t just learn theory – you apply it directly. From day one, you’re part of the team, taking responsibility for your tasks and your own projects. In addition, you have the opportunity to complete a four-week international internship at one of our hotels across Europe.
Your virtual studies
During your studies, you build the foundation for a career in hospitality. Typical subjects include, for example: business administration and hotel & HR management, marketing, IT & AI in hospitality industry.
- Internationally renowned and state-recognised Bachelor of Arts degree in Hospitality Management (currently in the accreditation process)
- Duration: 7 semester
- Access to online courses, video materials and books
- The unique advantage: Motel One covers the tuition fees
- Workshops at the Motel One Campus in Munich for personal exchange with other students
- Opportunity to improve your language skills through Babbel for Business
Qualifications
What really counts? Your passion for hospitality!
- University entrance qualification (= A-levels / technical baccalaureate or vocational training certificate incl. proof of three years of full-time professional experience)
- Strong English proficiency (The working language in the hotel is the respective local language whereas the virtual studies are conducted in English.)
- High degree of self-discipline, ability to work in a team, and resilience
- Positive demeanour, commitment, and pleasure in contact with guests
- Initial experience in the hotel industry or willingness to do a pre-study internship at Motel One
What we offer:
- Study + salary: We cover the tuition fees at ISM as well as travel and accommodation costs in Munich. In addition to a monthly allowance, you will participate in our internal bonus scheme and enjoy a wide range of benefits.
- Structured onboarding with dedicated contacts and support
- A workplace with real prospects: Motel One is international, dynamic, and full of opportunities – with a retention rate of 70–80% for our Work & Study graduates.
You can find more information on our careers page.
Interested? We look forward to getting to know you!