In this video, Clément Espinasse, a master’s student at the International University of Monaco, reflects on his experience studying luxury and hospitality through a program combining HEC Paris and EHL Hospitality Business School. Coming from a background in luxury management, Clément discovered a new perspective on hospitality during his time at EHL. While luxury education often focuses on brand strategy and management fundamentals, EHL exposed him to the front-line reality of hospitality, where service, emotion, and guest experience take center stage. One of the most memorable moments of the program was experiencing the Michelin-star restaurant at EHL, where students could observe hospitality professionals in training, learning from real service situations and continuously improving their craft. Clément also highlights how the two institutions complement each other: HEC provides the strategic and management foundations of luxury, while EHL focuses on the operational and experiential side of hospitality, helping students understand what truly creates memorable guest experiences. Beyond the classroom, the international cohort and diverse faculty created a unique learning environment where students could exchange perspectives, cultures, and professional insights from around the world. For Clément, the program offered a deeper understanding of how luxury brands, hospitality service, and emotional guest experiences come together to create truly memorable moments. 💡 Key Takeaways ✅ The difference between luxury management and hospitality management ✅ Why guest emotion and service are central to hospitality ✅ How HEC and EHL complement each other academically ✅ Learning hospitality through real service experiences ✅ The value of international cohorts and cultural exchange ✅ Why operational experience matters in luxury hospitality 📍 Timestamps 00:00 — Introduction: Clément introduces himself 00:11 — What was the most memorable part of your time on campus? 00:44 — How has this experience shaped the way you see the hospitality industry? 01:05 — how would you describe the atmosphere of the program? 01:30 — how do the courses at HEC and EHL complement each other? ❓ Who they are 👤 Clément Espinasse – https://www.linkedin.com/in/clement-espinasse/ 🌎 Learn more about EHL The Luxury Hospitality Management Summer School https://gs.ehl.edu/luxury-hospitality-management-summer-school-hec-paris 💬 Question for you What do you think makes the difference between luxury branding and luxury hospitality experiences? Share your thoughts in the comments 👇 🔔 If you enjoy insights about luxury hospitality, hospitality education, and global hospitality careers, like, share & subscribe for more insights from EHL Hospitality Business School: https://www.youtube.com/@EHLpublications?sub_confirmation=1