19 January 2023
Industry Partner Lunch
It was our pleasure to host some key industry partners here on campus for a special industry lunch in the Swiss Room restaurant...
A Swiss federally-approved qualification with worldwide recognition.
One of the only Swiss federally approved qualifications to be taught in English, this Advanced Diploma is equivalent to a UK Level 6 NVQ award with worldwide recognition. Ideal for those looking to run their own hotel or restaurant, the programme has a strong focus on practical hospitality and language skills with three paid internships to complement each study semester.
The second semester has a stronger focus on culinary and F&B skills as well as introducing concepts of marketing, accounting and law. German language is studied to A2 level.
Completion of Hospitality Practice Semester and First Internship
We pride ourselves on offering an individual service to all our potential students. If you wish to be contacted for a free academic consultation by one of our Admissions Officers, then please complete the below form indicating the study area that you are interested in. We will then contact you directly to discuss your options at IMI.
Progression to Year 3 of the Swiss Advanced Diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Management
An introduction to basic marketing concepts with particular emphasis on the hospitality industry. A strong focus is given to consumer behaviour theory and consumer purchasing stages. Students' learning experience is complemented by case studies on social media and how this influences modern day consumer behaviour. Contact Hours: 24
Students are actively involved in competence based practical skills in a working restaurant environment. Students experience different service styles applicable to today's food and beverage industry. Contact Hours: 40
This unit explores and develops students' understanding of practical skills, technical skills, equipment and procedures in today's modern kitchen environment. Contact Hours: 96
The unit introduces the students to key tourism concepts, principles and impacts. The unit will also provide them with an introduction and a business approach to Tourism. Contact Hours: 24
A classroom based unit that introduces contemporary restaurant management and service concepts. It also covers; menu analysis; beverage sales and control; EPOS systems; and principles of restaurant design. Contact Hours: 48
An introduction to the core principals and concepts of managerial accounting and basic financial management in the hospitality industry. Contact Hours: 48
How to successfully manage a front of house operation, focusing on both team management and key customer service criteria. Contact Hours: 48
A Swiss federal certification ensuring students are familiar with the latest laws and regulations impacting upon alcohol service and consumption, gambling games and health and insurance liability. Contact Hours: 8
Building on the conversational and grammatical abilities studied in A1 to encourage more complex dialogue and verbal interaction. Please note: Students who already speak two of the offical Swiss languages will be exempt from this unit, students who aleady speak German plus one other language will study French instead. Contact Hours: 96
from Thailand , graduated in 2021
What I really like about the Advanced Swiss Diploma is the opportunity to experience everything. In this program I received training in IMI's restaurant, in housekeeping, sustainable tourism and also learned how to do accounting and operations management. These are the skills I will need if I want to own a restaurant or a hotel in the future. At the end of the day, if I have problems I can always go to any of my professors and ask for help. This is a major advantage of a smaller school!
Most IMI programmes require proof of English language level as part of the entry requirements. Our approved tests are:
To check if your qualification is one that we accept, or to find out more information about the different certifications, please contact us.
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It was our pleasure to host some key industry partners here on campus for a special industry lunch in the Swiss Room restaurant...
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