Freitag, 18. November 2011

New Swiss Hotel School Player Climbs Ranking Ladder

New Swiss Hotel School Player Climbs Ranking Ladder
By Habib Souleiman, Bachelor of Arts in Hotel Management

Are you planning to study Business-BBA/MBA, Hospitality management, Hotel, Tourism or a mix of one or more of these fields in Europe?

Here is my story:
During my last year of my secondary education in the Middle East, my family asked me, what my plans were for my future career. As I was unsure what I could do and did not want to join the ranks of the unemployed after completing my education, I went to the career advisor of my school to get some sound advice. She informed me of careers in the various sectors of the economy. I was not interested in manufacturing, or primary sector jobs and I finally decided to make my career in the services industry, after finding out that more than 50% of the Fortune 500 companies were in that part of the economy. I am an outgoing person, enjoying interactions with people from many walks of life. I know I would not be happy to work cooped-up in an office all day, so I settled on the hotel and tourism industry. My plan was to work after graduation in one of the local 5 star hotels, hoping to be transferred after a time, within the hotel company into the various exotic locations were they have hotels.

I formed my decision after talking to the daughter of a friend, who came back home three years ago after her studies abroad in Switzerland. She told me, that after she had completed her education with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Hotel Management, she managed to get a management internship through the placement office of the Swiss school. She works now as a manager for one the prime hotel companies in town, training front of the house staff in their hotels all over Asia.

From her I found out, that when she planned her studies, she was faced with an overwhelming choice of offers for education in many countries. In the end she choose Switzerland, because she felt that she would get the most comprehensive education there, had the ability to learn French and she found in her research a number of Swiss Alumni working as managers in hotels in her home town.

Obviously things have changed since her graduation and for others wanting to pursue this education I have added my school selection criteria and the research that led me to make my choice where to study.
My criteria were:

A good education at the most reasonable price
The shortest path to a degree
An accredited degree
City location
Possibility of foreign work experience
Paid industry training (I need this to partly finance my education)
Placement guarantee by the school into an industry training
Ability to learn German
Good ranking (this was difficult because in some countries this is not available)
Successful Alumni

Today (31.10.2011) I was surprised to learn, that my school ranks first in AMAZON.com (Alexa), the world's largest Web Services Company, among students looking to study in a Swiss Hotel and Tourism School. Of course, I am not surprised about this, because for me “value for money” a short study time” and “accredited degree” was the main criteria for me to choose a school. It is good to know, that other prospective students have the same emphasis.
For the record, I have listed the schools in order of popularity.

Top 10 Hotel Schools in Switzerland are:
1. Business & Hotel Management School
2. Glion Institute of Higher Education
3. Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL-Lausanne Hotel School)
4. César Ritz Colleges Switzerland - Hotel School
5. Les Roches International School of Hotel Management
6. International Hotel Management Institute (IMI University Centre Switzerland)
7. Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS-Switzerland)
8. HIM - Hotel Institute Montreux
9. Les Roches-Gruyère University of Applied Sciences (in Clarens, Bulle and Bluche)
10. IHTTI-Neuchatel School of hotel management - Hospitality – Tourism (Member of ASEH)

Of course, there are lots of other places to study and many prospective students have other criteria for their choice of education or place to study than mine. For these people I include a link, were one can find some more schools: Swiss Universities Handbook – Swiss Hotel Management School – Top Universities in Switzerland.

I am writing this article from my desk here in Switzerland, having successfully graduated a short while ago and working now in my first management position with good prospects for further promotion. You may ask, were did he study in the end and did he reach is goal? Well for me the criteria listed above led me to my school and the name of it is BHMS Business and Hotel management school located in the tourism capital of Switzerland the City of Lucerne. I am very proud for my school to be topping the AMAZON ranking list.

Oh… did I reach my goal? You Bet!!
Are you interested to know more about Hospitality industry in Switzerland feel free to contact me at habibals@gmx.ch

Montag, 24. Oktober 2011

École Hôtelière de Genève

PLUS QU’UNE FORMATION, UN AVENIR

La vocation de notre école est de tout mettre en œuvre pour faire de nos étudiants des professionnels de haut niveau, aptes à assumer des postes à responsabilités dans les secteurs de l’hôtellerie, la restauration et l’industrie de services.

C’est pourquoi, nous concevons et dispensons un enseignement dense et adapté en permanence aux exigences toujours plus pointues de ces professions.

A la fin de leurs études, les diplômés de l’EHG ont en leur possession un savoir théorique et pratique exceptionnel, qui leur ouvre les portes de carrières aussi passionnantes que variées.

L’objectif partagé des membres de l’équipe pédagogique et de la direction de l’école est d’offrir à chaque étudiant «plus qu’une formation, un avenir».

Une formation supérieure. La rapidité en plus

Un diplôme reconnu. Les possibilités de carrières en plus

Des effectifs limités. La convivialité en plus

Une équipe pédagogique de haut niveau. L’expérience en plus

Une bonne approche théorique. La pratique en plus

Un cadre de travail professionnel. L’environnement en plus

Des frais d’écolage attractifs. La transparence en plus

Début des cours: avril et octobre

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DCT University Center

DCT is located in the village of Vitznau, situated within the international tourism region of Luzern and on the shores of the famous Lake Lucerne. The DCT campus offers students modern, up-to-date classrooms, kitchens, restaurants and accommodations, all equipped with the latest technology to support their learning. In 2012, the DCT campus will move to equally impressive facilities in downtown Lucerne near Löwenplatz, at the edge of the city’s historic and central shopping district and in the midst of several of Lucerne’s most visited tourist attractions.

DCT offers a unique choice of academic and professional programs in both the hospitality management and culinary arts fields, including undergraduate and post-graduate diploma programs, MBA studies, and a respected American Bachelor’s Degree program. Using an innovative blend of teaching methods, DCT and Lynn University (Florida, USA) make this Bachelor’s program available entirely on the DCT campus in Switzerland.

DCT’s programs are comprehensive, yet accelerated to meet the expectations of students who want to complete a quality education in less time and at less total cost than the traditional university system. All programs are taught in English by a qualified faculty who instruct, guide and develop within students the highest standards essential for career success.

DCT is institutionally accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC) at the diploma level; Lynn University is accredited at the degree-granting level by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS). The educational excellence of DCT’s programs is also recognized through accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP); the European Culinary Arts program was one of the first programs, and the only one outside of the US, to be awarded “Exemplary Program” accreditation status by the American Culinary Federation (ACF).

DCT’s programs include:

· Bachelor’s Degree, by Lynn University’s Switzerland Program (on DCT’s campus)

· Master of Business Administration Degree in Hospitality Management

· Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Post-Graduate Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Restaurant Operations Certification

· Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management

· Diploma or Advanced Diploma in European Culinary Arts

· Advanced Certification in European Gourmet Cuisine

· European Pastry & Chocolate Certification

Term starting dates: January, April, July and October.

Earned Accreditations:

· New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)

· Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP)

· American Culinary Federation (ACF)

Scuola superiore alberghiera del Turismo

La Scuola superiore alberghiera e del turismo di Bellinzona, strutturata in tre differenti sezioni, alberghiera, turismo e segretariato d’albergo, offre la possibilità di acquisire gli strumenti tecnici necessari, ma soprattutto, avvalendosi di insegnanti provenienti da esperienze professionali nel settore, di assimilare una cultura sia nel settore alberghiero che in quello turistico.

L’attività pratica è parte integrante dei corsi con l’organizzazione di workshops, lo sviluppo di progetti, la gestione dei due ristoranti, la consulenza per tutti i ristoranti scolastici del canton Ticino, e in special modo gli stages, permettono l’esperienza diretta oltre che l’acquisizione di un bagaglio tecnico notevole. La preparazione e la serietà degli insegnanti, il rigore e l’affidabilità dell’organizzazione assieme all’approfondimento delle lingue straniere fanno di questa scuola un valido portavoce della qualità dell’insegnamento svizzero, rinomato in tutto il mondo.

The aim of SSAT's hotel management curriculum is the training of mid-level managers capable of taking on executive/managerial jobs in the hospitality industry. The students' training takes into account the present and future needs of the Swiss and the international hotel sectors. The theoretical courses at school, which include practical training, case studies, seminars and a training period in selected companies will give the future graduates the chance to develop their professional skills.

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Swiss Hotel Management School

SHMS Accreditations

SHMS has successfully fulfilled the high quality criteria of the following accreditation bodies:

University of Derby, UK
Graduates of the BA (Hons) and MA programmes at SHMS receive both Swiss and British awards. The BA (Hons) and MA degrees are awarded by the University of Derby, a leading UK university, in the fields of Tourism and Hospitality.

SHMS Affiliations

SHMS and its staff are members of the following associations:

AH&LA, American Hotel and Lodging Association

CHRIE, Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education

EURO-CHRIE - European Chapter of Council of Hotel Restaurant & Institutional Educators

EUHOFA - European Association of Hotel School Directors

Institute of Hospitality (formally HSMAI, Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International)

SHMS Undergraduate Programmes

Hospitality - Events

The intensive and programmes at SHMS are designed to challenge students and are focused on Swiss practical hospitality expertise combined with international management competencies.

All students in our main programme complete a Swiss Diploma in Hotel Operational Management during their first 2 years of study.

Students who continue to third year have the option to obtain a Swiss Higher Diploma followed by a BA (Hons) Degree in one of the following options:

Hospitality Management

Hospitality & Events Management

Events Management

SHMS students the opportunity to gain 3 different internationally recognised qualifications in 3 years:

SHMS Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

The Postgraduate Diploma programmes at SHMS offer fantastic opportunities to both graduates who are searching for a change in their career and those who are currently employed in the hospitality industry and require further training to enhance their career opportunities. The intensive nature of the programmes and the combination of academic study and practical experience make this the ideal training for career success.

PGD Hotel Management

PGD Hotel Operations

Semesterstarts:

We have two intakes per year at SHMS, in February and September.

IHTTI - School of Hotel Management

For more than 25 years, IHTTI has been preparing students for management careers in the international hospitality and tourism industries. The success of our programmes is shown by our alumni who can be found working in key management positions all over the world.

At IHTTI our specialised programmes in hotel and tourism management include two periods of internship placement, giving our students hands-on industry experience. Our small class size means that we are able to provide a very individual and personal attention to each student and the intensive curricula allows our students to graduate with their Bachelor Degree in only 3 years.

Over the years IHTTI has built strong links to local institutions including the local hotel industry and several of the multinational companies based in Neuchâtel, offering exciting opportunities to our students. IHTTI also enjoys partnerships with some of the world’s leading hospitality management companies.

The IHTTI campus is located in the heart of Neuchatel, a vibrant Swiss university city, ideally situated between the train station and the lake of Neuchatel. It is close to retail outlets, museums, cultural venues, leisure and nightlife facilities, as well as many winter and summer sporting attractions.

Programmes offered at IHTTI;

· Certificate in Swiss Hospitality Studies

· Swiss Diploma in International Hotel Operations Management

· Swiss Higher Diploma in International Hotel and Tourism Management

· Bachelor (Hons) of Hospitality and Tourism Management

· Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality Management

Students who complete their Bachelor degree at IHTTI are awarded both a British BA (Hons) degree from our partner the University of Derby, UK and a Swiss Degree awarded by IHTTI. At Diploma and Higher Diploma level awards are accredited by the Canton of Neuchâtel.

Intakes: February and September

Hotel Institute Montreux

At HIM our mission is to foster the success of aspiring individuals through education programs that blend renowned Swiss hospitality practices with contemporary American management expertise.

The international reputation of HIM is based on world-class academic programs combined with high quality industry internship programs in Switzerland and abroad. The development of strong management, interpersonal, cultural and language skills provide a distinct advantage to HIM graduates.

HIM’s international accreditations and affiliations ensure that our graduates qualifications are recognized worldwide. HIM programs are accredited by NEASC and our Bachelor and Master students also gain qualifications from the University of Northwood, USA.

The strong alumni network of HIM combined with excellent links to the hospitality industry provide our students with the best possible graduate career opportunities.

HIM enjoys a city-centre location in the heart of the beautiful town of Montreux. Students have easy access to all of the elements that make Montreux a fantastic place to live and study.

Programmes offered at HIM;

· Swiss Diploma in Hotel Operations Management

· Swiss Higher Diploma in International Hotel Management

· Bachelor of Business Administration, Hotel, Restaurant and Resort Management

· Postgraduate Diploma

o Hotel Management

o Hotel Operations Management

· MBA, Master of Business Administration

Students who complete the Swiss Higher Diploma are also eligible for the AH&LA, American Hotel and Lodging Association Certificates.

Intakes: February and September

Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality

With the experience of over 40 years of operation, the SSTH Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality offers a top class hotel management education to international students.

Programs:

· Bachelor of Arts in International Hospitality Management – 4 years

(with options to transfer to partner universities in CH, DE, GB and USA)

· Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Management – 3 years

The three-year Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Management program at SSTH is the first English taught program of higher professional education under process of accreditation according to the new Swiss legislation.

Our programs are based on decision-making and responsibility, with reference to work and business related situations. The knowledge base is taught in a blend of theory classes, practical training, hands-on work and self-study.

Studying at Swiss School also means to enjoy a most pleasant location near to famous holiday resorts such as St. Moritz, Davos or Flims/Laax. The school campus in Passugg hosts students from both the English and German division, making it a crossroad of many different cultures and languages.

An der Höheren Fachschule der SSTH werden seit 1969 künftige Fach- und Führungskräfte für die Hotellerie, Gastronomie und weitere touristische Leistungsträger ausgebildet und auf eine spannende Tätigkeit im In- und Ausland vorbereitet.

Als erste Schweizer Hotelfachschule führt die SSTH den Studiengang zur dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice HF / zum dipl. Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF nach dem neuen gesamtschweizerisch geltenden Rahmenlehrplan durch.

Aufbau Studiengang

1. Sem. Restauration/Küche 18 Wochen

2. Sem. Beherbergung/Administration 18 Wochen

3. & 4. Sem. Praktikum 12 Monate

5. Sem. Betriebs- und Unternehmensführung 18 Wochen

6. Sem. Businessplan, HR, Projektarbeit u.a. 18 Wochen

Im Anschluss besteht die Möglichkeit an der SSTH oder an einer Partneruniversität (DE, GB und USA) oder in Kooperation mit Campus Tourismus Graubünden in einem vierten Studienjahr einen Bachelor Degree zu erlangen.

Studieren an der Swiss School heisst aber auch, die Vorzüge einer attraktiven Tourismusregion und einer internationalen Atmosphäre zu geniessen.

Start dates: August and January

Studienstart: August und Januar

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Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern

Die Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern SHL liegt an schönster Aussichtslage über dem Vierwaldstättersee, mit Blick auf das Alpenpanorama und die Touristenstadt Luzern, im Herzen der Schweiz und Europas.

Die SHL wurde 1909 gegründet und ist heute eine der führenden Managementschulen in Hotellerie und Gastronomie der Schweiz. Sie bietet einen eidgenössisch anerkannten, praxisorientierten Bildungsgang HF (Höhere Fachschule) an und bereitet junge, erfolgsorientierte Menschen auf anspruchsvolle Führungsaufgaben in der internationalen Hotellerie vor.

Der Bildungsgang HF/SHL setzt hohe Priorität auf die Arbeitsmarktfähigkeit und die Förderung von fachlicher und sozialer Kompetenz ihrer Absolventinnen und Absolventen. Die überschaubare Grösse der Schule ermöglicht eine intensive Beratung und Begleitung der Studierenden, unter Berücksichtigung der persönlichen Fähigkeiten und Präferenzen.

Aufnahmevoraussetzungen

Abgeschlossene Erstausbildung auf Sekundarstufe II (Berufslehre mit eidgenössischem Fähigkeitszeugnis, Berufsmaturität oder gymnasiale Maturität/Abitur) sowie das erreichte 20. Altersjahr.

Die Unterrichtssprache ist Deutsch.

Cesar Ritz Colleges Switzerland

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland is a school with two great campuses! Located in the Valais region, the birthplace of hospitality, our two campuses allow you to discover both the French and the German part of Switzerland.

César Ritz Colleges has a global reputation for providing quality and excellence in education. We offer diploma, bachelor, postgraduate and master programmes in International Business, Tourism and Hospitality Management as well as in Culinary Arts. All programmes feature integrated paid internships in Switzerland, ensuring our students gain valuable industry experiences to help quickly climb the career ladder.

Get Ready to be Inspired

Our academic faculty and professional instructors bring a wealth of experience from many specialist areas of the tourism and hospitality sector including five-star luxury hotel management, mystery shoppers, cruise ship operations, professional chefs, human resources, marketing and environmental tourism.

Industry Praise for César Ritz Graduates

Leading multinationals regularly recruit our graduates, consistently impressed by their professionalism and enthusiasm: “Graduates of César Ritz Colleges bring a high level of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to our hotels.” Christine Flaschner, Director of Human Resources, Grand Hyatt, Atlanta, USA

Why choose César Ritz Colleges?

Inspiring leaders

Maximize your career potential and gain true leadership experience by participating in a real-life industry project during our Leadership Programme.

Caring about your future

Our dedicated career team offers you on-campus recruitment, career fairs and overseas career trips for international internship and graduate positions.

Flexible study options

Choose a start date to suit you from January, April, July or October plus industry specific electives and partner programmes worldwide.

World Tourism Organization certified

We are the only Swiss hotel school to receive the prestigious TedQual certification from the United Nations World Tourism Organization.

César Ritz family spirit

Small class sizes and personal advisers guarantee you individual attention. Come and join our “family” of over 10,000 graduates worldwide.

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland offer the following programmes:

· Higher Diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Management

· Bachelor of International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Extended Bachelor of International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management

· Master of International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Master of Science in International Hospitality Management

· Advanced Certificate in Culinary Arts / Certificate in Higher Education

· Higher Diploma in Culinary Studies / Foundation Degree Culinary Arts

· Undergraduate English Language Programme

· Postgraduate English Language Programme

César Ritz Colleges offer 4 intakes per year: January, April, July and October

The Higher Diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Management and in Culinary Studies, and Bachelor and Master of International Business, are accredited by the State of Valais Department of Education, Culture and Sport, Switzerland

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United Nations World Tourism Organization TedQual certified

Hotelfachschule Thun

Als offizielle, deutschsprachige höhere Fachschule von hotelleriesuisse ist die Hotelfachschule Thun vom Bund anerkannt und wird von der öffentlichen Hand mitgetragen. Sie ist der ideale Ort, um sich auf anspruchsvolle Funktionen im Gastgewerbe vorzubereiten: Absolventinnen und Absolventen unserer Schule nehmen in Hotel- und Gastronomie-Unternehmen betriebswirtschaftliche Fach- und Führungsverantwortung wahr.

Der ab August 2011 neu dreijährige Bildungsgang wird im ersten Semester auf die theoretische (8 Wochen) und praktische Küchenausbildung (16 Wochen) fokussiert. Köchinnen bzw. Köche mit eidg. Fähigkeitszeugnis (EFZ) sowie Bewerber/innen mit einer äquivalenten Ausbildung sind davon dispensiert und können direkt im 2. Semester einsteigen. Im 2., 4. und 6. Semester findet Theorieunterricht in den Bereichen Gastronomie und Hotellerie, Wirtschaft und Recht sowie Sprache und Kommunikation statt. Die Semester 3 und 5 sind Praktikumssemester, die je nach Vorbildung in verschiedenen Abteilungen eines Hotel- oder Restaurations-betriebes absolviert werden.

Unsere Philosophie

Soul, passion and system – drei Begriffe, eine Philosophie. Sie beinhaltet modulare Lehrgänge, dynamische Lernprozesse und eine ganzheitliche Vorbereitung auf Tätigkeiten im Bereich des Hotelmanagements und der gastronomischen Betriebsführung.

Diplom / Nachdiplomstudium

· Dipl. Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF / dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice HF

· dipl. Hotelmanager NDS HF / dipl. Hotelmanagerin NDS HF (in Zusammenarbeit mit hotelleriesuisse)

Der Eintritt ins 1. Semester (Küche) kann ab August 2011 viermal jährlich erfolgen: im Januar, im April, im August und im Oktober.
Der Beginn des 2., 4. und 6. Semesters ist jeweils im April und im Oktober.

Die Schule richtet ihr Qualitätsmanagement nach dem Führungsmodell Business Excellence bzw. EFQM (European Foundation for Quality Management) aus.

Belvoirpark Hotelfachschule Zürich

Belvoirpark – eine Schule in Bewegung

Die Belvoirpark Hotelfachschule Zürich HF ist bereits seit 1925 eine wichtige Ausbildungsstätte in Zürich. Ihren Namen hat sie von der grünen Oase, in der sie liegt – dem wunderschönen Belvoirpark.

Die Studenten an der Belvoirpark Hotelfachschule sind zwischen 20 und 35 Jahre alt, bringen eine abgeschlossene gastgewerbliche Berufslehre oder eine gleichwertige Ausbildung mit.

Natürlich sind auch Maturanden, Diplommittelschüler und Absolventen von branchenfremden Lehren herzlich willkommen.

Wenn jemand über eine branchenfremde Ausbildung verfügt, muss ein Vorpraktikum von 10 Monaten in der Gastronomie absolviert werden.

2 Jahre Ausbildung – eine Kombination aus Theorie & Praxis

Die Ausbildung an der Belvoirpark Hotelfachschule Zürich führt wie an den anderen staatlich anerkannten Höheren Fachschulen zum eidgenössisch anerkannten Diplom und dem Titel „dipl. Hotelier/Restaurateur HF“ bzw.

„dipl. Hotelière/Restauratrice HF“.

Jedes Jahr beginnen in der 2. Januarhälfte 144 Studenten aus aller Welt mit einem 6 wöchigen Basislehrgang. Dieser dient zur Vorbereitung auf das anschliessende Praktikum sowie zur Auffrischung und zum Aufbau des Wissens für die weitere Ausbildung im Hauptkurs.

Nach Abschluss der ersten 6 Wochen folgt das 40 wöchige Promotionspraktikum in einem Schweizer Partnerbetrieb der Schule.

Ihren Praktikumsplatz suchen wir mit den Studierenden gemeinsam und zwar nach ihren individuellen Wünschen und Vorstellungen. Während des Praktikums werden sie von unserer Tutorin begleitet. Sie ist ihre Ansprechperson und besucht und berät sie auch direkt vor Ort.

Das zweite Ausbildungsjahr, der 49-wöchige Hauptkurs, ist geprägt von einer starken Vernetzung von Theorie und Praxis. Die permanente Verknüpfung führt zu einer hohen Handlungskompetenz der Studierenden. Schwerpunkte der Ausbildung sind: Führungsausbildung, Persönlichkeitsentwicklung und Ökonomie.

Theoretische Erkenntnisse werden sowohl im öffentlichen Restaurant der Schule als auch in den verschiedensten Projektarbeiten laufend in die Praxis umgesetzt.

Wir haben uns dem Qualitätsmanagement und der permanenten Qualitätsentwicklung verpflichtet (ISO: 9001, Eduqua, 3Q-Gütesiegel)

Karriere über die Grenzen hinaus

Das Diplom ermöglicht den Absolventen nicht nur das Führen eines gastgewerblichen Betriebes oder eines Hotels in der Schweiz, sondern es erleichtert auch eine Karriere über die Berufs- und Landesgrenzen hinaus. Die Ausbildungskonzeption hat auch den Vorteil, dass der Student nur während eines Jahres nicht aktiv im Arbeitsmarkt ist und nach 2 Jahren seine Ausbildung abschliessen kann.

Zusätzliche Diplome bzw. Zertifikate:

· Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom als Berufsbildner in Lehrbetrieben

· KOPAS (Arbeitssicherheit)

· Accueil (Englisch Zertifikat)

· ABACUS (Finanz- und Lohnbuchhaltung)

Semesterstart der Schule:
2. Hälfte Januar

ISO: 9001, Eduqua, 3Q-Gütesiegel

Sonntag, 9. Oktober 2011

Swiss Hotel Management Schools - Hospitality Schools in Switzerland

Top Accredited Hotel and Tourism Management Schools in Switzerland - Leading Swiss Hospitality Schools / Swiss Hotel Management Schools
Swiss Hospitality Management Schools Ranked Among World’s Best by Global 5-star Hoteliers

International School of Business Management

ISBM International School of Business Management is among to the Top Hotel and Business Management Schools in Switzerland. ISBM is a different kind of Hotel Management School established in Lucerne - Switzerland, with between 140-150 students per semester.
The school focuses on assuring that the study experience is highly personalized and that every student gets individual support during their education in Switzerland. Hence, ISBM International School of Business Management is an inclusive, not exclusive Swiss Hotel Management School.

Reasons to study at ISBM

- International Standard; ISBM International School of Business Management is one of the few International schools in Switzerland following the international standard, the BBA is 4 years and the MBA is 2 years.
- The Fee; ISBM is not for Profit School, that’s why the fee is 1/3 less than any English speaking Hotel School with an EduQua (Swiss quality label for further education institutions) in Switzerland, you can always compare.
- The Insurance; For the first year student, once the student has paid the all Inclusive school fee, ISBM is offering one year Insurance for its students, other schools are paying just for 6 months and they let the students pay the Insurance.
- Meals; The meals at ISBM are three meals, full board, 7 days a week, including during break-week, other schools just 5 days per week and the students have to pay for the weekend meals.
- The Training; ISBM International School of Business Management helps students to find a paid training, other schools are not helping the students to find training and the students are doing nothing during the training period.
With students currently enrolled from around 30 nationalities, ISBM is truly a global Business and Hotel School. A few of these countries are: Belgium, China, India, Indonesia, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Switzerland, Syria, Thailand, United Kingdom, Ukraine, United States of America, Vietnam…

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Swiss College Of Hospitality Management

The Swiss College of Hospitality Management is Switzerland’s first Boutique Hotel School conceptualized and developed to prepare students for a successful hospitality career, according to the standards of international luxury boutique hotels and resorts.

The school’s objective is to combine the state of the art fundamentals of Swiss hospitality operations within a real hospitality environment, with direct exposure to professional hoteliers.Teaching and training exceptional students in the arts and science of personal service, fine foods and beverages, efficient front of house operations and business management skills, the core of the Swiss College of Hospitality Management’s mission is the professional future of each and every student.

The hotel school provide quality hospitality courses in the secure environment of the beautiful alpine village Lenk, a perfect place for hospitality education. The courses are tailored to teach students the best of both academic and practical hotel management skills for all sizes of international hotels and resorts. Designed by professional hoteliers with over 80 years of combined operational experience of executive management of international hotels and resorts, the programs are inspired by the core Swiss values of security, neutrality, pursuit of excellence, unity, respect for one and another and integrity.

The school firmly believes in nurturing, guiding and developing students to stand tall when confronted with future professional and personal challenges. Committed to innovation and continuous improvement for students and teachers, the school develop students’ knowledge, skills and professional confidence to a level that demonstrate the highest competence within Hospitality Management.

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Hotel and Tourism Management Institute

On behalf of the HTMi Faculty Board I welcome you to HTMi. Over the next decade, the international hotel and tourism industry is forecast to maintain its position as the worlds largest employer of people, and largest provider of management positions. We are in a truly international industry, which demands an international mix of managers, to reflect the international nature of our hotels. HTMi's role is to prepare students for a management career in this, the most exciting industry today.

To allow our students to research, study and train in different aspects of the hotel and tourism industry, HTMi Hotel and Tourism Management Institute has four ‘centres for excellence’. They are: The School of International Hotel and Tourism Management, The International Hospitality Research Centre, The International Centre for Events Management Training and The Centre for Culinary Management.Our teaching faculty are all highly qualified and are fully dedicated to our mission of preparing all students for management positions in the hotel and tourism industry, ranging from trainee managers, to middle mangers to senior managers.

HTMi is supported by a world-wide support network of offices and international hotel companies. To assist us with our mission, each semester, international hotel companies visit us to recruit on campus. In this they are assisted by the HTMi International Department. Our graduates can be found in the leading hotel companies world-wide.

Welcome to the world of International Hotel and Tourism Management, welcome to HTMi.

Business and Hotel Management School

BHMS Business & Hotel Management School is located in the city of Lucerne, and is a member of the Bénédict Switzerland chain of schools. The chain has grown into a world-renowned learning organization, with specialization in hotel management being offered exclusively at BHMS in Lucerne. Here, a select group of approximately 300 students per year prepare themselves for hospitality opportunities available in the world's fastest growing market and career segment.

BHMS Business & Hotel Management School is located on the shore of Lake Lucerne and in the heart of Lucerne city. Within sight of Mount Pilatus and Rigi in the Swiss Alps, Lucerne is traditionally considered first and foremost as a tourist destination. It has also been voted as the 5th most popular tourist destination in the world in 2010 by Tripadvisor. This unique city is a perfect place for any international student who is looking for an experience of studying in Switzerland and to be well prepared for an ever challenging global career.

BHMS, located in the heart of Lucerne, is a member of the Bénédict Switzerland group of schools, founded in 1972 whose mission is to provide higher education for adults with a desire to succeed. Bénédict School is one of Switzerland?s largest private educational organizations and is educating each year more than 15,000 full- and part time students. At Bénédict Zürich campus, about 8,000 students per year study languages, various ancillary health programs, information technology, security management, commerce apprenticeships and business management programs leading to Swiss Federal qualifications. We offer craft, technical and management-based diplomas, an undergraduate degree and an MBA program. At BHMS Lucerne campus, about 400 students per year have the opportunity to prepare themselves for their future management roles in the hotel and hospitality industry. BHMS in collaboration with Robert Gordon University of Aberdeen, UK and City University of Seattle, USA, offer a Bachelor of Arts degree, an MBA/PGD diploma and a MBA degree

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Les Roches International School of Hotel Management

A warm welcome to Les Roches !

Les Roches International School of Hotel Management sets high standards for education within the world of hospitality. The school impacts student’s behavior, attitude and approach to hospitality and to the essence of service. It bridges the gap between craft-based and academic learning and aspires for personal and professional growth.

The mission of Les Roches is to provide a "transformative education". Our curriculum develops student’s management competencies, general knowledge and practical skills for immediate relevance to the hospitality sector around the world. This sector has been growing over the years and employs more than 235 million people worldwide today. The world of hospitality is an exciting and dynamic field, it offers our students career opportunities with an international flavor and global exposure.

Today, Les Roches contributes actively to the standards of excellence in hospitality and service. We are committed to preparing tomorrow's leaders for success. We develop their work ethics, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking. We teach them how to make a difference with professionalism, rigor and smile. Whether they are aiming for a career in hotel business management, food and beverage, or travel and leisure management, they leave Les Roches with solid foundations for business and multi-cultural perspectives.

Les Roches is not just a school, it is a "way of life . We bring together students, staff and faculty from around the world. We come together in an inspiring environment at Bluche, a "family-like atmosphere", where we learn how to be open and respectful of each other’s differences. We embody the values of professionalism, team work and solidarity. We also provide a life-long learning experience and professional network through Les Roches’ international alumni community.

We are very proud of our students at Les Roches and we look forward to seeing them as the future ambassadors of hospitality around the world.

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VATEL, the International Hotel Management School in Switzerland

VATEL, THE INTERNATIONAL PASSPORT TO JOBS EVERYWHERE THROUGHOUT THE WORLD

Hotel school for management Vatel is well known around the world for preparing students for middle and higher management positions in a booming sector of the Tourism industry. The Courses are for a duration of 3 to 5 years:

Bachelor Degree in International Hotel Management
MBA in International Hospitality Management

Vatel has developed a strong network through which the International Training department assists each student for internships and employment in reputed hotel chains all over the world

Hotel schools which prepare students in Hotel Management, across 4 continents
5000 students, with 1 700 in France
20 000 ex-students who are into operational and management positions all over the planet.

Vatel Hotel Business School ranks 1st amongst the Top Hotel Schools across Europe (source IFOP). Both the under graduate and post graduate hotel education at the school is recognised by the French Education ministry and by the Hospitality Industry professionals.

International Hotel Management Institute

The IMI University Centre is located on the shores of Lake Lucern, a ten minutes drive from the exciting city of Lucerne itself. IMI offers a full range of state-of-the-art programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
At the all levels,from Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma and the BA Honours Degree as well as the MBA (2011B) programmes are validated by the Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) in the UK.
The BA Honours Degree programme can currently be taken in six configurations to reflect contemporary trends, specialising in :

International Hotel Management
International Tourism Management
International Hotel and Tourism Management
International Hotel and Events Management
International Tourism and Events Management
European Culinary Management

At all level, successful students get two qualifications each semester (dual degree). One is awarded by the IMI University Centre and the other one is awarded by the Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) in the UK.
«Our Vision is to be the leading Swiss University Centre with a worldwide reputation for the employability of our graduates in the hospitality and service industries based on academic, professional and personal excellence», says Mr. Andreas Breitenmoser Buerki, member of the Board of Directors.

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Les Roches-Gruyère University of Applied Sciences

Welcome to LRG University of Applied Sciences! LRG University of Applied Sciences is a brand new University that received official federal authorisation on the 2nd of July 2008 from the Swiss government. This new institution has launched a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management using the resources and facilities of the highly-reputed Swiss institutions of Les Roches International School of Hotel Management* and Glion Institute of Higher Education*. Both of these institutions are ranked among world’s leading hospitality management schools for an international career (TNS, U.K, Global Survey, September 2010). *Les Roches and GIHE, our sister schools, are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in the USA. Glion is not part of the federally authorised UAS but the preparatory program is given on the Glion campus of this institution.

Our new BSc programmes are designed using the combined expertise of over 65 years of educational know-how. Les Roches International School of Hotel Management* and Glion Institute of Higher Education* have come together to create a new university that was authorised by the Swiss Government on July 2, 2008.

Our programme is offered on 2 locations, Bulle for the Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management with a specialisation in International Hospitality Management or Bluche with a specialisation in Food, Beverage and Operations Management. Our Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) programme for postgraduate students is offered on the Bulle campus. Our programme has been designed in partnership by faculty and the industry in order to meet your career needs and the industry expectations.

A key component of our curricula is action based learning where students learn by hands on experience, or use problem based learning approaches or real live projects or case studies. Theory into practice and creating reflective practitioners is a key differentiator in our curriculum design.

Transforming young adults into effective professionals working within complex service environments means that we also work with students outside the classroom. Students are encouraged to develop soft skills and absorb “an attention to detail” approach to their work and their self management: Swiss work ethos.

The international environment of our campuses means that students are confronted from day one with the need to understand cultural diversity and develop strategies to understand other people’s perspectives. An excellent start to their international careers where consideration of multi-cultural guests, clients and colleagues will be central to their working lives.

The tourism industry is vast and multi-dimensional and we are here to provide you with a solid education and the appropriate skills to launch your career in this exciting, fast moving and innovative industry. Whether you choose hotels, restaurants, catering, events, leisure, tourism, facility design, marketing, revenue management…; the career opportunities are endless!

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Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne

In its constant quest for excellence, EHL’s aim is to increase its global leadership in high-level management for the hospitality industry. In order to do so, it exploits the synergies between the professional and academic approaches and thereby ensures exceptional professional opportunities for its students. Students come to EHL from all over the world. They have talent; they are the future leaders of tomorrow who will stimulate economic growth in their professional domain.

EHL will ceaselessly consolidate and develop those pillars on which its excellence is founded:

To ensure advanced training and applied research that is always innovative and close to professional practice;
To develop close ties with the hospitality industry in Switzerland, Europe and around the world;
To have a Faculty of internationally renowned professors; key figures who are well-respected in their disciplines and who, through their missions (teaching, applied research and counselling), combine academic and professional legitimacy;
To develop close and privileged partnerships with Swiss and international enterprises at the forefront of the hospitality industry;
To develop the strengths and efficiency of the Alumni network. The Alumni are EHL’s best ambassadors and there are nearly 25,000 active graduates in the world today.

The dominant theme of the Academic Year 2010-2011 is corporate social responsibility and sustainable development. We will ensure the impact of these values through concrete actions.

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Scuola superiore alberghiera del Turismo

La Scuola superiore alberghiera e del turismo di Bellinzona, strutturata in tre differenti sezioni, alberghiera, turismo e segretariato d’albergo, offre la possibilità di acquisire gli strumenti tecnici necessari, ma soprattutto, avvalendosi di insegnanti provenienti da esperienze professionali nel settore, di assimilare una cultura sia nel settore alberghiero che in quello turistico.

L’attività pratica è parte integrante dei corsi con l’organizzazione di workshops, lo sviluppo di progetti, la gestione dei due ristoranti, la consulenza per tutti i ristoranti scolastici del canton Ticino, e in special modo gli stages, permettono l’esperienza diretta oltre che l’acquisizione di un bagaglio tecnico notevole. La preparazione e la serietà degli insegnanti, il rigore e l’affidabilità dell’organizzazione assieme all’approfondimento delle lingue straniere fanno di questa scuola un valido portavoce della qualità dell’insegnamento svizzero, rinomato in tutto il mondo.

The aim of SSAT's hotel management curriculum is the training of mid-level managers capable of taking on executive/managerial jobs in the hospitality industry. The students' training takes into account the present and future needs of the Swiss and the international hotel sectors. The theoretical courses at school, which include practical training, case studies, seminars and a training period in selected companies will give the future graduates the chance to develop their professional skills.

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IHTTI - School of Hotel Management

Programmes offered at IHTTI;

· Certificate in Swiss Hospitality Studies

· Swiss Diploma in International Hotel Operations Management

· Swiss Higher Diploma in International Hotel and Tourism Management

· Bachelor (Hons) of Hospitality and Tourism Management

· Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality Management

Intakes: February and September

HIM, Hotel Institute Montreux

At HIM our mission is to foster the success of aspiring individuals through education programs that blend renowned Swiss hospitality practices with contemporary American management expertise.

The strong alumni network of HIM combined with excellent links to the hospitality industry provide our students with the best possible graduate career opportunities.

HIM enjoys a city-centre location in the heart of the beautiful town of Montreux. Students have easy access to all of the elements that make Montreux a fantastic place to live and study.

Programmes offered at HIM;

· Swiss Diploma in Hotel Operations Management

· Swiss Higher Diploma in International Hotel Management

· Bachelor of Business Administration, Hotel, Restaurant and Resort Management

· Postgraduate Diploma

o Hotel Management

o Hotel Operations Management

· MBA, Master of Business Administration

Students who complete the Swiss Higher Diploma are also eligible for the AH&LA, American Hotel and Lodging Association Certificates.

Intakes: February and September

École Hôtelière de Genève "ES"

PLUS QU’UNE FORMATION, UN AVENIR

C’est pourquoi, nous concevons et dispensons un enseignement dense et adapté en permanence aux exigences toujours plus pointues de ces professions.

A la fin de leurs études, les diplômés de l’EHG ont en leur possession un savoir théorique et pratique exceptionnel, qui leur ouvre les portes de carrières aussi passionnantes que variées.

L’objectif partagé des membres de l’équipe pédagogique et de la direction de l’école est d’offrir à chaque étudiant «plus qu’une formation, un avenir».

Une formation supérieure. La rapidité en plus

Un diplôme reconnu. Les possibilités de carrières en plus

Des effectifs limités. La convivialité en plus

Une équipe pédagogique de haut niveau. L’expérience en plus

Une bonne approche théorique. La pratique en plus

Un cadre de travail professionnel. L’environnement en plus

Des frais d’écolage attractifs. La transparence en plus

Début des cours: avril et octobre

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DCT University Center Hospitality Leadership & European Culinary Arts

DCT’s programs include:

· Bachelor’s Degree, by Lynn University’s Switzerland Program (on DCT’s campus)

· Master of Business Administration Degree in Hospitality Management

· Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Post-Graduate Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Restaurant Operations Certification

· Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management

· Diploma or Advanced Diploma in European Culinary Arts

· Advanced Certification in European Gourmet Cuisine

· European Pastry & Chocolate Certification

Term starting dates: January, April, July and October.

Earned Accreditations:

· New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)

· Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP)

· American Culinary Federation (ACF)

Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality

With the experience of over 40 years of operation, the SSTH Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality offers a top class hotel management education to international students.

Programs:

· Bachelor of Arts in International Hospitality Management – 4 years

(with options to transfer to partner universities in CH, DE, GB and USA)

· Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Management – 3 years

Aufbau Studiengang

1. Sem. Restauration/Küche 18 Wochen

2. Sem. Beherbergung/Administration 18 Wochen

3. & 4. Sem. Praktikum 12 Monate

5. Sem. Betriebs- und Unternehmensführung 18 Wochen

6. Sem. Businessplan, HR, Projektarbeit u.a. 18 Wochen

Studieren an der Swiss School heisst aber auch, die Vorzüge einer attraktiven Tourismusregion und einer internationalen Atmosphäre zu geniessen.

Start dates: August and January

Studienstart: August und Januar

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Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern

Aufnahmevoraussetzungen

Ausbildungsprogramm
Sem. 1:	Küche/Produktion	2 1/2 Mte.	Fachpraktikum	5 Mte.
Sem. 2:	Restauration	2 1/2 Mte.	Fachpraktikum	5 Mte.
Sem. 3:	Empfang/Administration	2 1/2 Mte.	Fachpraktikum	5 Mte.
Sem. 4:	Betriebswirtschaft	4 Mte.	Führungstätigkeit	6 Mte.
Sem. 5:	Unternehmensführung	4 Mte.

Erfolgreiche Absolventinnen und Absolventen sind berechtigt den eidgenössisch anerkannten und rechtlich geschützten Titel: „dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice HF“ / „dipl. Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF" zu tragen.

Abschluss mit Anschluss:
Ehemalige haben Zugang zu Nachdiplomstudiengängen (NDS) an höheren Fachschulen (HF) und an Fachhochschulen (FH).

Semesterstart ist jeweils im Januar, April, August und November
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César Ritz Colleges Switzerland

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland is a school with two great campuses! Located in the Valais region, the birthplace of hospitality, our two campuses allow you to discover both the French and the German part of Switzerland.

César Ritz Colleges has a global reputation for providing quality and excellence in education. We offer diploma, bachelor, postgraduate and master programmes in International Business, Tourism and Hospitality Management as well as in Culinary Arts. All programmes feature integrated paid internships in Switzerland, ensuring our students gain valuable industry experiences to help quickly climb the career ladder.

Get Ready to be Inspired

Our academic faculty and professional instructors bring a wealth of experience from many specialist areas of the tourism and hospitality sector including five-star luxury hotel management, mystery shoppers, cruise ship operations, professional chefs, human resources, marketing and environmental tourism.

Industry Praise for César Ritz Graduates

Leading multinationals regularly recruit our graduates, consistently impressed by their professionalism and enthusiasm: “Graduates of César Ritz Colleges bring a high level of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to our hotels.” Christine Flaschner, Director of Human Resources, Grand Hyatt, Atlanta, USA

Why choose César Ritz Colleges?

Inspiring leaders

Maximize your career potential and gain true leadership experience by participating in a real-life industry project during our Leadership Programme.

Caring about your future

Our dedicated career team offers you on-campus recruitment, career fairs and overseas career trips for international internship and graduate positions.

Flexible study options

Choose a start date to suit you from January, April, July or October plus industry specific electives and partner programmes worldwide.

World Tourism Organization certified

We are the only Swiss hotel school to receive the prestigious TedQual certification from the United Nations World Tourism Organization.

César Ritz family spirit

Small class sizes and personal advisers guarantee you individual attention. Come and join our “family” of over 10,000 graduates worldwide.

César Ritz Colleges Switzerland offer the following programmes:

· Higher Diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Management

· Bachelor of International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Extended Bachelor of International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management

· Master of International Business in Hotel & Tourism Management

· Master of Science in International Hospitality Management

· Advanced Certificate in Culinary Arts / Certificate in Higher Education

· Higher Diploma in Culinary Studies / Foundation Degree Culinary Arts

· Undergraduate English Language Programme

· Postgraduate English Language Programme

César Ritz Colleges offer 4 intakes per year: January, April, July and October

The Higher Diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Management and in Culinary Studies, and Bachelor and Master of International Business, are accredited by the State of Valais Department of Education, Culture and Sport, Switzerland

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United Nations World Tourism Organization TedQual certified