Our latest "Luxury" stories

After completing his internship as Shore Excursions Intern at Silversea Cruises in Monaco, Matteo was offered a permanent position as Analyst – Regional Destination Experiences.

From June 29 to July 10, the IUM Summer School 2026 welcomed students from around the world for two weeks of intensive courses, inspiring lectures, practical projects, and professional networking opportunities.

During our last Summer School, our Luxury Business & Communication track students transitioned from luxury retail theory to a practical simulation in Monte-Carlo.

Our Summer school students enrolled in the Luxury Management track, had the chance to participate and meet the lecture delivered by Joachim Schweier, Head of Marketing & Communications at The Dolder Grand Hotel in Zurich, one of Switzerland’s most prestigious hospitality institutions.

For Gabriella Sandhu, graduate of the MSc in Luxury Management, luxury was never meant to remain abstract. Her objective was to experience it directly, moving from academic study to real industry immersion in one of the most demanding sectors: ultra-luxury travel.

For Alexandre Auberger, an MSc in Luxury Management graduate, securing a position at Ocean Independence meant embedding himself directly inside the industry’s undisputed capital to learn by doing.

On May 27th, the International University of Monaco (IUM) transformed into a dynamic hub of innovation as seven student teams stepped into the role of agile brand agencies. Introduced by Professor Kasha Minor and Dr. Annalisa Tarquini-Poli, Program Director, alongside the initiative’s coordinator Valentina Cangiano, the seminar’s grand finale challenged students to develop and pitch real-world luxury strategies.

Celebrating 10 Years of Yachting Education at IUM (2016–2026)

Students from the MSc in International Management with specialization in Real Estate had the opportunity to visit Mareterra, Monaco’s newest waterfront district, accompanied by Benjamin Franco (Real Estate Sales Associate at Douglas Elliman Real Estate). The project was presented on site by Régis Adeline (Directeur général chez SAM Anse du Portier).

As part of the Career Week at the International University of Monaco, students had the opportunity to explore the philosophy behind one of Italy’s most distinctive jewelry maisons with Maurizio Bodano.

With over a century of history, Buccellati stands as a unique example of how craftsmanship, heritage, and strategic growth can coexist in today’s luxury landscape.

Yachting Professionals Inspire Students at IUM Career Week

Luxury Retail Experts Share Insights at IUM Career Week.

Our MSc in Luxury Management students are currently on the ground in Italy for their annual experiential study trip, an immersive week designed to take them out of the classroom and into the heart of the global luxury industry. This journey across Italy’s primary luxury hubs, including Genova, Venice, Milan, and Viareggio, provides a firsthand look at the professional world they are preparing to join.

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.