EU Business School vs Sustainability Management School - SUMAS vs Swiss School of Management - SSM vs EHL Hospitality Business School - EHL vs BHMS Business & Hotel Management School - B.H.M.S

Side-by-side comparison from 311 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Swiss School of Management - SSM (5.00)
EU Business School: wins 0/6 categories
Sustainability Management School - SUMAS: wins 0/6 categories
Swiss School of Management - SSM: wins 3/6 categories
EHL Hospitality Business School - EHL : wins 2/6 categories
BHMS Business & Hotel Management School - B.H.M.S: wins 0/6 categories
Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts - HSLU: wins 0/6 categories
International Academy of Sport Management and Technology - AISTS: wins 1/6 categories
Comparing
Barcelona, Spain
3.80
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236 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
Bellinzona, Switzerland
5.00
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3 reviews
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Best programme: Bachelor of Business Administration
Best programme: BSc in International Hospitality Management
Best programme: Global Business and Management
Best programme: Architecture
Best programme: Master of Advanced Studies in Sport Management and Technology
Category ratings
Facilities
4.06
1.33
4.67
4.78
Win
3.89
2.50
4.67
Location
4.70
2.00
5.00
4.29
5.00
4.50
5.00
Professors
4.03
3.33
4.33
4.56
3.78
3.50
4.67
Win
Internationality
4.70
3.33
5.00
Win
4.93
4.11
2.50
4.67
Student life
4.23
1.00
4.33
4.73
Win
4.38
3.50
4.33
Value
3.87
1.33
5.00
Win
4.75
3.56
4.00
4.67
Accommodation
3.46
1.00
5.00
Win
4.60
3.78
4.00
3.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive community and approachable, knowledgeable professors
  • +Diverse international environment and networking opportunities
  • +Practical, engaging courses with real-world business insights
  • +Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
  • +Relevant and practical course content
  • +Supportive and collaborative learning environment
  • +Practical, real-world preparation
  • +Personal and professional growth
  • +International experience
  • +Supportive community and personal growth
  • +Blend of academic rigor and practical opportunities
  • +Engaging curriculum and passionate faculty
  • +International environment and diverse cultures
  • +Practical, hands-on learning and industry connections
  • +Supportive and approachable lecturers
  • +Practical, interdisciplinary teaching
  • +Pleasant atmosphere with lecturers and students
  • +Good cafeteria food options
  • +Holistic sports modules & Olympic Capital location
  • +Professional development & networking opportunities
  • +Practical learning through projects & presentations
Cons
  • -Disorganized administration and management issues.
  • -Poor quality education and unsupportive facilities.
  • -Lack of accreditation and questionable educational value.
  • -Administrative and management issues are prevalent.
  • -Lack of transparency in grading and unresponsiveness to student concerns.
  • -The school's accreditation and recognition are questionable.
  • -Frustrating administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Lack of engaging and relevant curriculum.
  • -Students express frustration with administrative and management issues.
  • -Many students find the facilities to be outdated and lacking.
  • -Concerns are raised about the quality and relevance of the curriculum.
  • -Poor staff attitude and a lack of care for students are significant issues.
  • -Unfulfilled promises and misleading information create a negative student experience.
  • -Inadequate facilities and miserable conditions contribute to dissatisfaction.
  • -Material is not fully in English and local students are insular.
  • -Teachers lack enthusiasm and suggest inadequate translation tools.
  • -The program has too many minor subjects, hindering focus on core learning.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities detract from the learning experience.
  • -Lack of clear communication leads to confusion and dissatisfaction.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners high marks in several key areas, with **Location** and **Internationality** standing out at an impressive 4.7. Student Life also scores well, nearing 4.2. However, **Accomodation** presents a notable weaker point, receiving a score of 3.46. Facilities and Professors both hover around the 4.0 mark, with Value slightly lower at 3.87.

Overall, the university presents a mixed performance across various aspects. The strongest areas are the professors and internationality, both receiving a solid 3.33 rating. In contrast, student life and accommodation are the weakest points, scoring a low 1. However, facilities and value also lag behind with scores of 1.33, while location sits at a moderate 2.

This institution boasts exceptional scores in several key areas, notably achieving perfect marks for **Location**, **Accomodation**, **Internationality**, and **Value**. The **Facilities** also stand out with a strong rating of 4.67. Areas showing slightly less consistent strength, though still positive, include **Professors** and **Student Life**, both rated at 4.33.

This institution garners excellent scores, with Internationality standing out as its strongest area. Facilities and Student Life also received exceptionally high marks. While still strong, Location shows the lowest rating compared to other evaluated aspects, though overall feedback indicates a very positive university experience.

This institution receives its highest marks for Location, with a perfect score. Student Life and Internationality are also strong areas, both scoring above 4.0. Conversely, Value for Money is the lowest-rated aspect, followed by Facilities and Professors, which also received moderate scores. Accommodations fall in the middle range of ratings.

This institution excels in its **Location** and **Accomodation**, both scoring a strong 4.5 and 4 respectively. The **Professors** and **Student Life** also receive a solid 3.5. However, **Facilities** and **Internationality** present areas for improvement, each receiving a lower rating of 2.5. The university offers good **Value** at 4.

This university garners strong ratings in several key areas, notably achieving a perfect score for its **Location**. Facilities, Professors, Internationality, and Value all received excellent marks, averaging above 4.6. Student Life is also a positive aspect, rated at 4.33. The primary area for improvement lies in Accomodation, which received a significantly lower score of 3.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Nearly 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting a welcoming atmosphere, strong community, and knowledgeable, supportive professors. A small percentage (~7.6%) of negative feedback points to disorganization and a basic curriculum.

All three reviews are negative (100%), with an average rating of 1/5. Recurring themes include unrecognized degrees, poor administration with unresponsiveness and lack of transparency in grading, and disorganized, unprofessional management.

All three reviews are overwhelmingly positive, awarding a perfect 5/5 rating. Students highlight the university's encouragement of creativity and practical, real-world business preparation. The international experience and the balance between theory and practice are also frequently praised.

Students praise the supportive atmosphere and diverse opportunities. The curriculum is effective, fostering personal growth and career readiness. While overwhelmingly positive, there are zero negative reviews.

About 78% of reviews are positive, highlighting the international environment, practical approach, industry connections, and supportive lecturers. Two reviews (about 22%) express dissatisfaction with staff rudeness and perceived broken promises.

With an average rating of 3/5, university student feedback is split evenly. Positive comments highlight practical teaching and a pleasant atmosphere, while negative points focus on limited space and international student integration challenges.

With an average rating of 4.67/5, the 3 university reviews are overwhelmingly positive, ~100%. Students highlight exceptional support, professional guidance, and a diverse, holistic curriculum. Group projects, presentations, and site visits are also praised.

Rating distribution
5★
25%
0%
100%
82%
33%
0%
67%
4★
45%
0%
0%
13%
33%
50%
33%
3★
22%
0%
0%
5%
11%
0%
0%
2★
4%
0%
0%
0%
0%
50%
0%
1★
4%
100%
0%
0%
22%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Professor and teaching style

Although I earned my bachelor degree at the University of York in UK, it was quite theoretical. I really started to bridge the learning gap between theory and practice only when I started to pursue my master degree in Business Analytics and Data Science at EU Business School in Barcelona. What stands out most in my current program is the university’s strong emphasis on practical experience. Our professors are not only scholars but also are successful business managers and data experts, as they are either the owners of successful organizations or individuals who took on top management roles in large corporations. Their teachings are more than just the syllabus in, they also provide personal experience in the area of niche markets, provide best practices in an industry, and always provoke our thinking with regard to the existing trends in higher education, business strategy, and innovation.

Disappointing and frustrating

I am a recent graduate of this university and overall, I would not recommend this university to anyone looking to continue their education. Many of my classmates and I had consistent issues with the administration that hindered our learning and dampened our experience. When we tried to propose changes or discuss problems, the administration was not open to working with us. Response times were lengthy and grading was subjective, with no true transparency into how they were determined. This made many of us afraid to speak up, which is why I am doing so now, after I have secured my diploma today. The biggest disappointment for me was the lack of career services. Since this was heavily marketed to me when I was considering this school, I was shocked to learn there is no career office, no career fairs, and no real effort to connect students with alumni who could help us advance our careers. When I approached the administration about the career fair issue, they claimed that career fairs were only possible with the help of student council and that no students had run for a position this year. This was shocking news to me since the school did not hold an Autumn student council election and the Spring election took place less than 2 months before 21 of the 23 students were graduating, thus students would not have been able to make any real change in their remaining time. In my time at SUMAS I did learn a lot and was fortunate to have some great professors who equipped me with knowledge and tools for my career, and I am grateful to them. However, the quality of the education does not outweigh all of the issues we experienced which is why I do not recommend this school to others. ** carefully read their accreditation because they are not accredited by any of the big accreditation organizations that are widely recognized

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Learning Hospitality by Living it

Choosing EHL was a very intentional decision for me. As an extroverted person passionate about hospitality, I wanted a university where service excellence is not only taught but truly practiced. EHL stood out because of its balance between academic rigor and hands-on experience. The AP (preparatory year) program had a big impact on me. Working in operational roles such as fine dining service, front office, pastry taught me discipline, attention to detail, and how to perform under pressure. It gave me real confidence in guest interaction and teamwork. Academically, I especially enjoyed classes related to financial accounting and economics as they helped me better understand how people and businesses function together. EHL’s career support also made a real difference. The interview preparation and guidance helped me secure my Front Office internship at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, which was a major opportunity for me. What makes EHL distinctive is its international environment and high standards. You’re constantly surrounded by ambitious, driven students, which pushes me to grow both personally and professionally. My advice to future students is to fully embrace the operational experience; it builds resilience and professionalism that truly sets you apart.

Student life

To be honest compared to other universities BHMS did not strike me as a great choice in the first place. However, the 2 semesters per year, where in the first one you study and in the second one you do an internship is a really great way of learning. I have gotten great opportunities and met many people here. I would like to highlight my professor; Mr. Marcel Enzler. He is an amazing lecturer who truly believes in his students and also tries to elevate the school to the best of his abilities. After doing my studies here for 3 years, I would like to see them make the first and second year curriculum fit the industry requirements and standards. Because they are very easy courses and once you are in third year you start struggling a lot. Other than that I immensely enjoyed my time here.

Emphasis on sustainability but too poor international interactions

What I liked: -Sustainable concerns of the school -Partnership with Social Education University in order to deliver social related modules What I didn't like while being registered to an international program: -Some material modules are still in German, some teachers suggested to translate them on Deepl -Local students are not very open-minded... tend to create their own circles and don't include international students -Even though the program is supposed to be taught in English, more minors are given in German than in English, which reduces the minors choices to 3 only... To improve: -Class materials and/or explanations can be given in English even though the student asked a question in Swiss-German (more inclusive) -More inclusive events, even though students can not be forced to take part in them, help international students to be included by locals Recommend? : I do not think that I would recommend international students to study there. I studied one year in Geneva, and the international program there is more inclusive than the one in Lucerne.

Support and Growth

The 15 months at AISTS were truly enlightening. What sets this program apart is its exceptional support system, offering unparalleled professional guidance and prioritizing mental health and wellness.

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