HIM, Hotel Institute Montreux offers an internationally recognized Swiss Diploma in Hotel Operations Management, a Swiss Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management and together with its partner Northwood University, a BBA degree in Hotel, Restaurant and Resort Management. A winning combination of Swiss style Hospitality and American Management training.
HIM recognizes the global demand for well-educated business leaders and is proud to offer an MBA with its US partner the Northwood, DeVos Graduate School of Management.
Graduates leave HIM as highly educated professionals after completing their academic and practical curriculum including Internships in Switzerland and around the world.
HIM is located in the heart of Montreux, a lively town rich in hospitality history, on beautiful lake Geneva. The unique living environment as well as the blend of over 60 nationalities under one roof creates an exciting and unforgettable student experience.
HIM’s large and influent Alumni network is an obvious proof of its success. As a member of the Swiss Education Group, HIM is 100% Swiss owned which ensures its students receive top quality education with a distinctive Swiss style that is renowned worldwide. HIM is also accredited by the Swiss Hotel Schools Association (ASEH) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Inc, USA (NEASC).
HIM offers two intakes each year in February and September. For students who need to improve their English language skills prior to beginning the academic year, the school provides a partly sponsored English Foundation programme.
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| No. of students: | 450* |
| Funding type: | Private (non-profit) |
Montreux is located just one hour by train from Geneva International airport making it very accessible for both local and international visitors. There are also excellent travel links by rail to the surrounding countries including Italy, France, Germany and Austria.
HIM’s Leisure Manager organizes, in cooperation with the HIM Student Ambassador Forum, a wide range of sports and leisure activities as well as excursions and professional visits. Sports and social activities provide an important balance to academic study. Many of these events are funded by HIM. School sports teams are also organized each term. This allows students not only to get to know Switzerland better but also to relax and enjoy their stay.
NEASC, New England Association of Schools and Colleges Inc, USA
ASEH, Swiss Hotel Schools Association
Northwood University