address of imi seeacherweg 1 ch-6047 kastanienbaum phone +41 41 349 64 00 fax +41 41 349 64 44 imi@imi-luzern.com www.imi-luzern.com international hotel management institute switzerland
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small and flexible welcome to imi imi is the expression of a philosophy based squarely on personality and individuality imi is a touch more personal and probably that is precisely the reason that it has become a magnet for students from very different continents the focus is completely clear imi offers a small student-centred and exclusive school but not as a school that excludes imi s small intake ensures that all students receive highly personalised and individual attention good better imi our requirements are high that is why we have left nothing to chance and have created the best conditions for you to succeed at imi all full-time permanent management faculty members are qualified to at least master s level the majority of all faculty members are qualified as higher education teachers and at the cutting edge of educational practice imi has small classes because of its policy of restricting student numbers each semester imi s success is its students success all asse
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switzerland at the heart of europe the diversity of its landlocked mountainous regions is the essence of switzerland and gives the country its unique identity it is best known for its financial institutions fine cheeses and chocolate top quality watches for its scenery an excellent network of public transport and of course for its traditional hospitality being located in the heart of europe cities such as rome milan paris amsterdam london or berlin can be reached within a few hours by train and only one hour by air three important european cultures german french and italian come together in switzerland and the swiss people speak all three languages with english as the fourth unofficial national language it is not by chance that so many international institutions have set up their headquarters here under the best conditions there are many arguments for getting to know switzerland among these is the fact that switzerland is the birthplace of tourism and hotel management and is
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ready for takeoff studying in the birthplace of the hotel industry imi courses combine the best swiss education traditions with the most forward thinking ideas in the modern hospitality and tourism industries and are kept under constant review with leading members of industry to ensure compliance with best practice whatever your goals might be imi offers the perfect training program for everything from a simple certificate to mba graduation swiss and british qualifications combined with work experience references after completion of practical training in reputed swiss restaurants and hotels give imi students a unique competitive advantage when applying for jobs in the international hospitality and tourism industry the diploma level is wide ranging the aim of imi is to offer an academic and vocational education to the highest standards for a successful career in management it can start with the very first step diploma in international hotel and tourism management the objective of these
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top management two educational programmes lead to the goal of the highest professional dreams a well-established postgraduate diploma in international hospitality management validated by imi for graduates and others who wish to enter the industry and a respected mba in international hospitality management that can be pursued following the postgraduate diploma or entered directly from graduate-equivalent qualifications the postgraduate diploma includes strong practical as well as theoretical elements the mba attracts outstanding visiting international faculty to teach its courses both courses offer participants the opportunity for up to six months practical training in switzerland or overseas entry criteria are a recognised degree in any subject or three years experience within the industry at supervisory level and fluency in the english language with a toefl score of at least 525 postgraduate diploma in international hospitality management the objective of the postgraduate diploma is t
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culinary guiding stars a further educational programme concentrates especially on the fascinating area of food and beverages to certificate level or to graduation with a higher diploma certificate in food and beverage operations management the objective of this course is to offer a rounded education in the specialised range of skills and techniques required for entry level and junior supervisory positions in the food and beverage sector of the hospitality industry entry criteria are 17 years of age successfully completed secondary education and proficiency in english 500 toefl or equivalent the course consists of a fivemonth taught semester and optional practical training students wishing to proceed to the second year of other imi courses after successfully completing the certificate in food and beverage operations management can enter a four-week bridging course to prepare them for diploma entry higher diploma and associate degree in european culinary management joint award the o
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do you speak english our students can answer yes after their 4 or 11-week intensive course the course is designed for anyone seeking to improve their english or meet the english entry requirements for a specific imi programme special emphasis is given to language skills with particular emphasis on listening understanding speaking reading and writing a wide range of oral/aural and written material is used to extend students knowledge of the language especially in the commonest types of structures and vocabulary found in the spoken and written language this material is authentic and contemporary a programme of cultural excursions is also organised the 11-week course also includes an introduction to some of the professional courses taught at imi systematic coverage the objective is to provide comprehensive systematic coverage of modern english suitable for the widest possible use at all levels where students must be able to write speak and understand english in everyday situations the
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what industry leaders say about imi imi graduates are employed as highly regarded specialists in renowned hotels all over the world managers follow the careers of those who successfully completed their training at imi the climb to the top can begin here dr udo a schlentrich formerly managing director of the dorchester hotel london and ceo of stakis plc now professor of hotel management at the university of new hampshire usa imi offers an international educational experience rarely found in other institutes and provides a firm grounding in the skills necessary to a successful career in the industry gilles honegger hospitality and tourism studies and training executive director accor hotels we greatly value our relationship with imi because we know the quality of their students graduates are always welcome to apply for management positions within any of our numerous operations around the world professor lorraine stefani professor of educational development university of aucklan
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a happy life at imi everything is there to ensure your allround well-being away from the classroom professional excursions a series of professional excursions is organised during the course so that students can experience the realities of the world of industry the cost is included in the tuition fees visits are made to hotels both traditional and modern in lucerne and zurich to the nestlé alimentarium museum of food at vevey to trade fairs in basel and lucerne and to a variety of catering suppliers and outlets such as vineyards and wineries chocolate and cheese factories airport catering companies and tourist offices sports and leisure a range of sports and leisure activities is available on the premises or in the surrounding area including skiing skis can be hired sailing swimming windsurfing water-skiing horse riding volleyball basketball football mountain-biking hiking ice-skating roller-skating gymnasium tennis golf cycling and many more a fitness room student kitchen tv lounge ta
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what do imi students say people who have had the imi experience know what to say below some of our former students say a few words rikard lundvall sweden it has been a very enriching learning experience through the quality course work and the internships provided in upscale hotels in the uk and switzerland carmen zhou china my ba studies have made a great contribution to my current job and career in the field of tourism in geneva chico peltier brazil to me imi is the stepping stone to a bright career in one of the world`s most dynamic industries the hospitality industry renate hässig switzerland studying at imi has provided me with a wonderful life experience essential was also the fact that i had class mates from around the world which helped me to understand different cultures a closely-knit network worldwide people who have left imi to walk the path to success like to look back on their student days we want to keep this interest alive and so we have created the imi a
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to reach the top start at the top high quality fully accredited courses requiring commitment that bring considerable rewards small classes with individual attention from an internationally recognised faculty an internationally recognised qualification awarded by a leading uk university a genuine swiss hotel and tourism management experience in lucerne the european home of tourism practical training opportunities after every course and of course great career opportunities
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