STUDY HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT IN SPAIN
Official Certificate in Hospitality Management
Our Hospitality & Tourism Management Program in Spain is designed for international students who want to develop professional skills in the tourism and hospitality industry, one of the fastest-growing sectors in Spain and Europe.
Students gain practical knowledge in hotel reception, customer service, reservation management, and hospitality operations, preparing them for careers in hotels, resorts, and tourism companies.
Study in Spain and start your international career in tourism and hospitality management.
NEXT INTAKES 2026
JANUARY/ APRIL / SEPTEMBER
HOSPITALITY EMPLOYABILITY
Develop practical skills and gain access to job opportunities.
STUDY & WORK IN SPAIN
Work up to 30 hours per week with a student visa.
STAY BACK OPTIONS
Possibility to apply for a permit after graduation.
This program is powered by ECOTUR and certified by the official Ministry of Education and Labor. Our institutions collaborate with the prestigious University of Valencia
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT STUDY PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Our Hospitality & Tourism Management Program in Spain combines theoretical learning with practical professional training and real industry experience.
Students learn how to manage hotel reception departments, customer relations, reservations, and tourism operations, while also developing communication skills in Spanish and English.
SPANISH LANGUAGE INCLUDED
The program includes Spanish language training to help students communicate effectively in Spain and expand their professional opportunities in the tourism sector.
PAID INTERNSHIPS
Professional internships in hotels and tourism companies provide hands-on experience in Spain’s hospitality and tourism sector.
THEORETICAL & PRACTICAL TRAINING
Students develop practical knowledge in the tourism and hospitality sector, learning how hotels and tourism businesses operate through professional training modules.
30H / WORK PERMIT
International students may work up to 30 hours per week with a student visa while completing the Hospitality & Tourism Management program.
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
Hospitality & Tourism Management Training
The Tourism Management Program has a total duration of 960 hours, combining Spanish language training, professional certification, and university micro-credentials.
SPANISH LANGUAGE COURSE A1 / A2 (200H)
Students begin with Spanish language studies (A1–A2) to improve communication skills and facilitate integration into Spain’s tourism and hospitality sector.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE- RECEPTION IN ACCOMMODATION – (630H)
The program includes specialized training modules such as:
• Commercial Actions and Reservations (150 hours)
Management of reservations and commercial activities in accommodation services.
• Reception and Customer Service (180 hours)
Professional customer service and reception management in hotels and tourism establishments.
• Accommodation Department Management (120 hours)
Coordination and organization of departments within the accommodation sector.
• Professional English for Tourism (90 hours)
English communication skills adapted to tourism and hospitality environments.
• Professional Internship Module (120 hours)
Practical experience in hotels and tourism companies.
UNIVERSITY MICRO-CREDENTIAL – (130H)
Students complete a Micro-Credential in Healthy Gastronomy and Mediterranean Diet, focused on gastronomy culture, communication, and Mediterranean lifestyle.
*Conditions Apply
Paid Internships in Spain
As part of the Hospitality & Tourism Management Program, students have the opportunity to complete real professional internships in hotels, resorts, and tourism companies across Spain.
Internships may take place in 3★, 4★ and 5★ hotels and resorts located throughout the Iberian Peninsula, including the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands, allowing students to gain valuable experience in hotel reception, guest services, reservations management, and hospitality operations.
Internships outside Valencia:
Students completing their internships outside the province of Valencia may receive:
Accommodation provided by the employer
Full board included (3 meals per day)
40-hour work week with 2 days off per week
Monthly allowance from €300 as a study scholarship
Social Security registration, according to internship conditions
During the low season, some internships may also take place in destinations such as the Canary Islands, offering students experience in international tourism environments.
Internships in Valencia:
For internships carried out in Valencia:
Meals are typically provided during working shifts
Students may receive a minimum allowance from €300/month, depending on the availability of internship placements offered by the company.
Additional Internship Opportunities:
Students may also access internships in other tourism and hospitality environments, such as:
Travel agencies
Tourism promotion companies
Event and hospitality services
Customer experience departments in hotels and resorts
Our academic team supports students in selecting the most suitable internship placement, taking into account their professional interests, academic profile, and career goals.
Stay Back & Work Opportunities in Spain
Many international students choose to remain in Spain after completing their studies to gain professional experience and continue developing their careers in the tourism and hospitality industry.
After finishing the program, students may explore different legal pathways to change their student visa status and apply for work or job-search permits, depending on their profile and eligibility.
Spain is one of the leading tourism destinations in the world, offering excellent career opportunities in hotels, resorts, travel companies, and tourism organizations, as well as a great quality of life and a strong balance between work and personal life.
Career opportunities may include positions such as:
- Hotel Receptionist
- Reservations Manager
- Guest Relations Officer
- Front Office Supervisor
- Tourism Promoter
- Travel Consultant
- Hospitality Coordinator
- Customer Experience Assistant
For more information about Stay Back options in Spain, our team will guide you through the requirements and available pathways to stay and work in the country.
Why Study Hospitality & Tourism Management in Spain
Spain is one of the leading tourism destinations in Europe, with a highly developed hospitality industry and strong demand for qualified professionals.
Studying Tourism Management in Spain allows students to gain practical experience in hotels and tourism companies while developing the skills needed to work in international hospitality environments.
This program focuses on real industry training and internships, helping students access career opportunities in Spain and the global tourism sector.
Benefits of Studying Hospitality in Spain
We offer our students an all-inclusive internship period
Professional Tourism Training
Students may receive financial support during their internship placements.
International Career Opportunities
Full board may be included during internship periods.
Practical Industry Experience
Full board included with 3 meals per day, 7 days a week throughout your internship.
Spanish Language Skills
Access internship opportunities in 5★ hotels, luxury resorts, and Michelin-starred restaurants.
Study Hospitality Management in Spain
OPEN ENROLLMENT
- 3 INTAKES: JANUARY / ABRIL / SEPTEMBER
Discover the advantages of studying Hospitality Management in Spain:
- Official Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism Management with internship opportunities
- Improve your Spanish with our included Spanish language course
- University micro-credentials to strengthen your career in tourism and hospitality
In short, you will gain access to great opportunities in the international tourism and hospitality sector, with the prestige of having studied at the Ecotur School—part of the Study in Valencia Group.
UP TO 30 HOURS PER WEEK WITH YOUR STUDENT VISA IN SPAIN
Hospitality Management Program
- DURATION: 970H
- BONUS: SPANISH COURSE INCLUDED
- MS: OPTIONAL MICROCRENDENTIALS*
- PAID INTERNSHIPS: ALL INCLUDED*
- POWERED BY ECOTUR - UV
- BACCALAUREATE / 12 LEVEL
- FLUENT ENGLISH ( NON IELTS REQUIRED )
*CONDITIONS APPLY
Includes enrollment fee, administration fee* & accommodation Letter* (*Non Refundable)
Hospitality & Tourism Management FAQs
1. What is the Hospitality Management program in Spain?
The Hospitality & Tourism Management Program in Spain prepares students to work in the international tourism and hospitality industry.
The program combines theoretical training with practical experience in areas such as hotel reception, customer service, reservations management, and tourism operations.
2.Can international students study tourism management in Spain?
Yes. International students can enroll in the Tourism Management Program in Spain and receive professional training in the hospitality sector.
3. Does the tourism program include internships?
Yes. The program includes professional internships in hotels and tourism companies.
4. Can I work in Spain with a student visa?
Yes. Students studying in Spain may work up to 30 hours per week with a student visa.
5. Do I need previous experience in tourism?
No previous experience is required to study Tourism Management in Spain.
6. How long is the tourism management program in Spain?
The program has a total duration of 970 hours, including academic training, language studies, and internships.
7. What certification will I receive?
Students receive the official professional certificate HOTA0308 – Reception in Accommodation, issued by the Ministry of Education and Labor of Spain.
Students may also have the opportunity to obtain University Micro-Credentials from the University of Valencia, depending on the program pathway.
8. What are the admission requirements?
Admission requirements include:
• Homologated Baccalaureate or equivalent (12th grade)
• Fluent English (evaluated during an interview)
• Motivation letter (optional)
Some advanced program options may require a university degree.
Students may also have the opportunity to obtain University Micro-Credentials from the University of Valencia, depending on the program pathway.
Professional Hospitality Training Facilities at Ecotur
Participants train in professional tourism and hospitality facilities designed to reflect real hotel and service environments, helping them develop the skills needed to succeed in the tourism industry.
