How to prepare for the Hotel Management School Maastricht selection

'The selection process is also an opportunity for you to determine if there is a mutual fit between you and Hotel Management School Maastricht.'

During your application for Hotel Management School Maastricht, you'll need to successfully navigate the two-phased selection process. We understand that this process can be tensive, so we've reached out to some of our current students to gather their insights on how to succeed and have listed the following tips for to help you prepare yourself for the selection at Hotelschool Maastricht.

First selection day: writing an essay

On the first selection day, you'll be assigned a writing assignment where you'll reflect on a specific statement applicable to the Hospitality Industry. Both your educational background and your knowledge of the hospitality industry will be tested in this assessment. After the selection day, you'll receive a message whether you've gone through to the second phase.

If you are an international student, please note that phase 1 will differ slightly for you. This part will involve a cognitive ability test score instead.

Tips from our students for phase 1

• Stick to the plan, produce the essay upon your knowledge of the subject. Keep in mind that the assignment is an essay, not a motivational letter.
• Prepare in advance by familiarizing yourself with current events in the hospitality industry. You can refer to sources like Misset Horeca and Hospitality Net.
• Practice writing an essay to learn how to structure it effectively. There’s a lot of information on the internet on how to write an essay. 
   

Second selection day: getting to know each other

Did you pass the first selection round? Congratulations!

If your essay has been deemed good, it's time to move on to the second phase, where we'll get to know each other better. You will soon receive an invitation from the Hotel Management School Maastricht for the second selection day, this is how this selection day will look like: 

The second selection day consists of two parts; a personality test and a personal conversation. The personality test is a questionnaire designed to assess if your character traits align with those valued by Hotel Management School Maastricht.

For the personal conversation, you'll typically engage with a combination of a student, alumni and/or a teacher. During this part, it's essential to demonstrate your motivation and your commitment to the field of hospitality.

Tips from our students for phase 2

• Prepare yourself mentally, but maintain a healthy mindset.
• Be genuine and open during the conversation.
• Reflect on your motivation, strengths, and weaknesses in advance. Bonus tip: use the STARR method.
• Consider why Hotel Management School Maastricht is the right fit for you and explore the website for more information.
• Dress to impress, just as you would for that dream job interview! Research the dress code of the HMSM beforehand.

Good luck!

Best of luck with your application! Remember, the selection process is also an opportunity for you to determine if there is a mutual fit between you and Hotel Management School Maastricht. To ensure you meet all the requirements, please visit our admission and selection page. You'll find all the practical information you need to apply for Hotel Management School Maastricht, including the selection procedure dates. We hope to see you soon during our selection procedure or at one of our open days!

 

For additional information you can also read 10 Reasons to Apply for Hotel Management School.