Our latest "Luxury" stories

Our students recently traveled to Venice, stepping out of the classroom and into the headquarters of Acquera Y

MSc in Luxury Management (Yachting Industry specialization) students from IUM took part in an educational visit to the Sanlorenzo Monaco Lounge in the Principality of Monaco.

Understanding luxury hospitality means understanding the environments where heritage, exclusivity and operational precision come together.

The International University of Monaco recently hosted an insightful guest lecture that bridged the gap between century-old tradition and the cutting edge of environmental technology. Organized by Filippo Ceragioli, the event was led by Guido Penco, Baglietto’s Director of Technical Development.

Students from the MSc in Luxury Management program (Yachting Specialization) attended two complementary sessions with Oceanco, one of the world’s leading shipyards specializing in fully customized luxury yachts. Together, the sessions provided a comprehensive perspective on the luxury yachting industry, from brand positioning and ecosystem dynamics to the technical and creative realities of yacht design.

Monaco Symposium on Luxury 6th edition The International University of Monaco hosted the 6th edition of Monaco Symposium on Luxury 2025 , held from April 1st to 3rd  at the Le Méridien Beach Plaza Hotel. The prestigious event brought together over 250 luxury sector executives and top-tier researchers. This symposium served as a platform for…

Monaco Hosts the Forbes Luxury Travel Summit For the first time, the Forbes Travel Guide Summit was held in Monaco at the Grimaldi Forum, having previously taken place exclusively in the U.S. The Forbes Travel Guide Summit, officially held from February 25-28, began early on February 24th with IUM hosting guest speakers as part of…

The Urgency of Sustainability in Hospitality On Monday February 24th as part of its partnership with the Forbes Travel Guide Summit, IUM hosted the presentation: Hospitality Challenges – Sustainability and Artificial Intelligence with the industry leaders Hervé Houdré and Stuart Greif. Hervé Houdré, renowned for his leadership in luxury hotels and founder of H2 Sustainability…

IUM Launches a Unique Yachting Industry Specialization

IUM introduces a Yachting Industry specialization within its Master’s in Luxury Management, developed with Cluster Yachting Monaco to train future yacht management professionals. Students gain hands-on experience through projects, networking with top industry leaders.

Alumni like Iliyana Popova and David Jakabovic highlight IUM’s industry connections, practical learning, and career opportunities. With its prime location in Monaco, IUM offers unparalleled access to key events like the Monaco Yacht Show, reinforcing its role in shaping future yachting professionals.

My 2-week Summer University stay at the International University of Monaco was full of new friendships and learnings, but also one-of-a-kind experiences.

On May 14, 2024, the prestigious Monaco Yacht Club hosted the 11th edition of the Mark Challenge, the business plan competition powered by IUM.

From February 11th to February 16th, students from the MSc in Luxury Management (Hospitality and Event Management and Brand Management specialization) went to Italy to discover the Italian hospitality world.

From February 11th to February 16th, students from the MSc in Luxury Management program (Brand Management and Fashion & Accessories Management specialization) went to Italy to discover the Italian Luxury world.

The third edition of the Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individual (UHNWI) Summit entitled “Sustainable Horizons: elevating experiential tourism for elite clients” took place on June 19th in the splendid setting of the Monaco Yacht Club.

The Monaco Symposium on Luxury is the only international event creating fruitful interactions and sharing knowledge and know-how between top researchers and top executives in the luxury fields.

On DAY FOUR, the students woke up in Barcelona. They joined the Luxury Fashion and Accessories Management track students for a cultural visit, a winery visit and the Peralada Hotel Group visit. At night, they attended a networking cocktail at Hotel Alma.

From March 13th to March 17th, the students of the Master’s program in Luxury Management went to Spain to discover the Spanish Luxury world. The journey was different depending on what track the students are following.

Bridging the gap between ‘traditional’ teaching methodologies and the application of industry knowledge in the classroom not only enhances the curriculum but can help students understand the link between theory and practice and better prepare them for the future.