The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 have once again recognized Les Roches and Glion Institute of Higher Education as two of the world’s leading institutions in hospitality and leisure management. Les Roches secured the second position worldwide, while Glion placed number sixth.
Sommet Education’s Leadership in Hospitality Education
These latest rankings further strengthen Sommet Education’s position as the world’s leading hospitality education group, dedicated to delivering world-class education, innovation, and industry engagement.
“At Sommet Education, we are immensely proud to see Les Roches and Glion consistently ranked among the world’s best,” said Benoît-Etienne Domenget, CEO of Sommet Education. “This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to academic excellence, industry relevance, and the development of future hospitality leaders. By continuously innovating and adapting to the evolving needs of the sector, our institutions remain at the forefront of hospitality education.”
QS Rankings Process
To produce the rankings for this year, the QS team analysed the reputation and research output of over 5,200 institutions. From this group, 1,747 were ranked across 55 narrow subjects and five broad subject areas, creating over 21,000 entries. These figures reflect some of the scale behind this huge undertaking that the QS team carries out in order to produce these subject rankings.
Les Roches: A Global Standard in Hospitality Management
Les Roches continues to set the global standard in hospitality management education, recognized as the number two institution globally in Hospitality & Leisure Management in the 2025 ranking. It also secured the number four spot globally for employer reputation, with a score of 96.1/100.
“This achievement reflects our relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation in hospitality education,” said Carlos Díez de la Lastra, CEO of Les Roches. “At Les Roches, we empower students with a future-ready mindset, bridging tradition with the latest industry advancements to create the next generation of hospitality leaders.”
Glion: A Premier Institution in Hospitality and Luxury Management
Glion Institute of Higher Education has once again secured a place among the world’s top hospitality institutions, ranking number six in the 2025 QS rankings, and placing number three globally in Employer Reputation in Hospitality, with a score of 96.4/100, further proving their ability to meet and exceed industry expectations.
“Glion’s position in the QS rankings underscores our dedication to shaping the future of hospitality and luxury management education,” said José Emmanuel Soler, Managing Director of Glion Institute of Higher Education. “By blending academic excellence with hands-on learning and strong industry connections, we ensure our students develop the skills and leadership mindset needed to thrive in this dynamic sector. This ranking is yet another testament to the trust placed in us by both students and industry leaders.”
