The Hospitality and Tourism Industry is predicted to triple in size within the next fifteen years and to be the world's largest industry by the year 2020. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, travelers will spend US$ 5 billion every day. There will be a great demand for well-qualified staff with exciting and rewarding career opportunities waiting in almost every country around the world.
Established in 1985, HIM, Hotel Institute Montreux, was one of Switzerland’s first schools to offer hotel management programs in English.HIM has grown considerably and is today considered one of Switzerland’s finest and best known Hotel Management Schools.In two modern campuses in the unique city center location of metropolitan Montreux we offer high quality academic programs and exceptional facilities.
HIM is 100 % Swiss owned, which ensures our commitment to the Swiss Hospitality Tradition.Montreux is described as the "Pearl of Switzerland" and is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. It has a mild climate and its location next to Lake Geneva and the Alps makes it a resort with much to offer to visitors
MISSION:
Their mission is to foster the success of aspiring individuals through educational programs that blend renowned Swiss hospitality practices with contemporary American management expertise, offered within a professional and supportive learning environment.
Accreditations:
Hotel InstituteMontreux is accrediated by:
ASEH and NEASC
New England Association of
Schools and Colleges Inc, US
COURSES IN DEMAND:
- Diploma and Higher Diploma in International Hotel Management
- American and Swiss BBA Degree (Dual Major) in Business Management & Hotel Restaurant and Resort Management
- Masters in Business Administration
Location & Facilities
Hotel Institute Montreux has two spectaular campuses:
Two Spectacular Campuses
HIM owns and operates two spectacular campuses in the city centre of Montreux: "Hotel Miramonte" and "Hotel Europe". The buildings are within 5 minutes walking distance of each other.
Both buildings have been completely renovated and converted to conform with the requirements of an educational institute of the highest quality standards. They offer excellent state-of-the-art facilities combined with a magnificent view of Lake Geneva and the French Alps.
Facilities:
HIM’s leisure manager organises, in cooperation with the HIM Student Committee, a wide range of sports and leisure activities and excursions. Many of these events are fully or partially funded by HIM. School sports teams are also organised each semester. This allows you not only to get to know Switzerland better but also to relax and enjoy your sta
Accomodation:
Students have the choice of the following accommodation options:
- Double or Single Superior Deluxe Rooms
- Double or Single Deluxe Rooms
- Double or Single Standard Rooms
- Apartments
Apartments are available upon request for students returning to year 3 and BBA programs.