two top swiss degrees in hospitality management...since 1966, ssth has been a front-runner in...

Two Top Swiss Degrees in Hospitality Management

BSc in International Hospitality Management

(Curriculum designed by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne)

Swiss Professional Degree

Dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice/Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF

SSTH | Swiss Hospitality Management Education at its finest

Since 1966, SSTH has been a front-runner in professional Swiss hospitality management education. As a

member of the world’s #1 Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne Group and a part of the Swiss Hotel Association family,

you will enjoy the highest recognition worldwide with our degrees. SSTH is the only hotel management

school in Switzerland with English and German programs accredited by the Swiss federal government.

Two Top Swiss Degrees inInternational Hospitality Management

You profit from over 50 years’ experience in hospitality ma-nagement education. With our programs’ strong focus on combined theoretical and practical learning, you as a student have a more compre-hensive understanding of the industry. You convince future employers with your excep-tional communication skills, sense of professionalism and passion for the hospitality in-dustry.

At SSTH, you benefit from a teaching ap-proach that focuses on your individual deve-lopment. Throughout your studies you build the competencies needed to become a true hospitality leader. You gain a truly modern education and stay up-to-date on market trends based on SSTH’s close collaboration with both Swiss and international industry representatives.

SWISS PROFESSIONAL DEGREE* You impress with your excellent Hospitality Management qualifications and further con-vince with your in-depth practical know-ledge.

The program focuses on fundamental hos-pitality management concepts: accounting, economics, marketing, law, human resour-ces and communication, combined with in-depth operational skills in F&B and rooms division. You will work individually and in teams on projects to develop your inter- personal leadership and communication skills. In your final semester you will specia-lize in one of our two Majors: Culinary Arts or Innovative Spa Management.

An integral part of the Swiss Professional Degree* is the two mandatory, paid intern-ships. Your first internship is an operational internship that takes place in Switzerland. For the managerial internship you can choose to stay in Switzerland, or to go abroad.

Major in Culinary Arts or Innovative Spa

Management

*Dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice/Hôtelier- Restaurateur HF

Boost your career with Two Top Degrees

1 LEARN FROM TOP HOSPITALITY EXPERTS

– Get hands-on professional and managerial training, coached by passionate professionals

– Take part in prestigious conferences and banquets

– Experience a wide range of future positions and hospitality formats in a real-life setting

DEVELOP UNIQUE PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE3

– Live and study in a stunning former spa hotel

– Benefit from individual coaching in a supportive learning environment

– Enjoy our boutique atmosphere and close-knit community

2 EXPERIENCE SWISS QUALITY EDUCATION

– Gain strong professional skills, applicable straight away

– Increase your job market value with up to two years work experience within the program

– Enjoy 95 % job placement upon graduation

4 GET HIRED BY THE BEST HOSPITALITY COMPANIES

Gain competitive career advantages for your professional future

– Customize your degree: specialize in Culinary Arts or Spa & Wellness Management

– Deepen your skills in your preferred area during customer projects, events and internships

– Gain cross-cultural experience working with your international and Swiss classmates

– Expand your international exposure with an internship abroad

DO YOU WISH TO PURSUE FURTHER STUDIES?

Add three semesters to your Swiss Professional Degree* to obtain the Bachelor of Science in Inter-national Hospitality Management (Curriculum de-signed by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne), recognized by the Swiss federal government and enabling you to continue your studies in the most reputed uni-versities worldwide.

*Dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice/Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF

Facts & FiguresKEY FIGURES

CAREERS OF OUR ALUMNI

Gene (2010), Director of Operations,Hotel 50 Bowery, USA

Kim (2015), Catering Manager, Zurich Marriott Hotel, Switzerland

Kjersti (1997), Managing Director, TGIF Scandinavia, Norway

Martin (2007), Director of SalesThe Beverly Hilton, USA

Martin (2016), Director of Restaurant, Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa, Thailand

Steven (2006), CMO Shangri-La Hotels, China

Jitendra (2002), VP Digital, Loyalty & Portfolio Marketing MEA, Mariott International, UAE

WHERE OUR ALUMNI WORK

English and German

140 rooms on campus

guaranteed internship placement 27 nationalities

staff80300 students5100 alumni

Jade (2004), Area Revenue Manager, Louvre Hotels Group, France

Switzerland Asia Pacific Europe North & South America Africa & Middle East

Bilingual school 100%

VIBHAV LODHA – SSTH ALUMNUS 2015

Rooms Division Associate – St. Regis Aspen

“SSTH and its international student body has ope-ned doors for me and helped me grow a network all around the world. In the industry, SSTH is synony-mous with hospitality and with the school’s high recognition, students and alumni have great career opportunities in the world’s best hotels.”

SSTH | Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality

Hauptstrasse 12 | 7062 Passugg | Switzerland | Tel. +41 81 255 11 11 | Fax +41 81 255 11 19 | [email protected] | www.ssth.ch

Admission requirementsSwiss Professional Degree “Dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice/Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF”

How to apply

AGEMinimum 18 years of age when entering the Swiss Professional Degree*, 17 for the SSTH Young Talent Traineeship.

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS (one of the following) – Final secondary school certificate/high school diploma in own country

– Professional diploma (apprentice certificate)

Should you be in the final year of secondary or high school and wish to apply, evaluation will be based on pre-dicted grades and/or results from previous years. You can submit the results of your final exams and diploma certificates later, but always before the start of your studies at SSTH.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS (one of the following) – IELTS academic module, with a minimum score of 5.5 – Cambridge Advanced Examination, with a C minimum

– TOEFL, with a minimum score of 87 (iBT) – First Certificate Examination, with a score of A only

Alternatively you can submit evidence that English was the main medium of instruction during your last three years of secondary/high school studies.

HOSPITALITY WORK REQUIREMENTSApplicants without hospitality industry work experience are required to gain 24 months total work experience before the final diploma examinations. During the Swiss Professional Degree*, two 6-month internships are inte-grated into the program, and may be extended to allow for missing work experience. SSTH Applicants with some hospitality work experience are given credit towards the total time required for completing the Swiss Professional Degree* of up to one year (work certificates required). SSTH recommends having at least 6 months’ work experience before starting the Swiss Professional Degree*, and offers to place applicants in Switzerland or internatio-nally through our SSTH Young Talent Traineeship.

Go to

application.ssth.chPlease submit your application and documents online.Upon receipt of your completed file, a first evaluation will be con-ducted. You may then be invited for an interview.

Intakes: August& January


Course outline: Semester 1-3*

Swiss Professional Degree “Dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice/Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF”

SEMESTER : FOOD & BEVERAGE OPERATIONS1

Cuisine Cuisine Practice

Cuisine Theory

Food Safety & Sanitation

Service Service Practice

Service Theory

F&B Control

Beverage Knowledge and Management

Finance Applied Mathematics

Law & Economics Economics I: Macroeconomics

Human Resources Group & Team Work

Business & Entrepreneurship

MS Office I

Supporting Studies Academic Writing & Research I

German I

SEMESTER : ROOMS DIVISION OPERATIONS2

SEMESTER: INTERNSHIP36 month paid internship in Switzerland in an operational position

Rooms Division Housekeeping Practice

Housekeeping Management

Front Office Practice

Front Office Computer

Facility Management

Division Management

Finance Statistics

Financial Accounting I

Law & Economics Law I

Economics II: Macroeconomics

Business & Communication

Business Communication

Business Correspondence

Human Resources HR Administration

Internship Preparation

Self-Management


MS Office IIEtiquette

Marketing Marketing I

Business Organization

Strategic Management

Supporting Studies Academic Writing & Research II

German II

*Courses may be subject to change



SEMESTER : BUSINESS MANAGEMENT6

Majors Culinary Arts

Innovative Spa Management

Finance Finance Management & Controlling

Human Resources Leadership


Management of MICE Special Interest Seminars


Tourism OperationsTour Operating and Travel Agencies

Business Plan Real-Life Integrated Project

Diploma Paper

SEMESTER : HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT4

SEMESTER: INTERNSHIP5

6 month paid management internship inSwitzerland or abroad, in a supervisory position

Cuisine Service & Practice

Gastronomy Supervision

Hospitality Supervision

Restaurant Concept Week

Finance Financial Accounting II

Revenue Management

Financial Analysis

Law & Economics Law II: Hospitality Law

Economics III: Microeconomics

Business & Communication

Rhetoric

Human Resources HR Management


Web Design

Project Management

Quality and Environmental Management

Marketing Marketing II


International Hotel Management

Organizational Management

Cross Cultural Competencies

Supporting Studies Academic Writing & Research III

German III

Sociology




International students 1 semester 2 semester 3 semester 4 semester 5 semester 6 semester TotalTuition fee 17 980 16 480 14 980 14 980 64 420

Application fee 300 300

Program deposit, permit & mandatory insurance 5 100 1 600 2 600 3 100 12 400

Campus fee 500 500 500 500 2 000

Total tuition & fees 23 880 18 580 18 080 18 580 79 120

Accommodation 1) 4 200 4 200 4 200 4 200 16 800

Food & Beverage 2) 2 500 2 500 2 500 2 500 10 000

Total with accommodation 30 580 25 280 24 780 25 280 105 920

Swiss students &eligible students 1 semester 2 semester 3 semester 4 semester 5 semester 6 semester TotalTuition fee 17 980 16 480 14 980 14 980 64 420

Concordat Contribution 3) -3 500 -3 500 -3 500 -3 500 -14 000

Application fee 300 300

Program deposit 1 900 700 700 700 4 000

Campus fee 500 500 500 500 2 000

Total tuition & fees 17 180 14 180 12 680 12 680 56 720

Accommodation 1) 4 200 4 200 4 200 4 200 16 800

Food & Beverage 2) 2 500 2 500 2 500 2 500 10 000

Total with accommodation 23 880 20 880 19 380 19 380 83 520

1) Accommodation mandatory for all students in semester 1 & 2

2) During semesters with accommodation contract full board is mandatory. Choice between a 5 day (reduction of CHF 500) or 7 day food & beverage contract. Minimum consumption (lunch only) CHF 1000 for all students without an accommodation contract.

3) Subsidized fee (Konkordats-Beiträge) for Swiss students. Eligible students (with a B or C permit) may apply for the subsidized fee if they can show that they have been resident in Switzerland for minimum 2 years.

4) Minimum gross internship salary for 12 months if in Switzerland

Paid internship Internship 1 (6 months) CHF 6 × 2179 = CHF 13 074 Internship 2 (6 months) CHF 6 × 2179 = CHF 13 074min. CHF 26 148 4)

Price list

(All costs in CHF and are subject to change)




Admission requirementsBachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management(Curriculum designed by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne)

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS – Swiss Professional Degree “Dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice/Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF”

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS (one of the following) – IELTS academic module, with a minimum score of 7.0

– TOEFL, with a minimum score of 100 (iBT)

– Cambridge Advanced Examination, with a B minimum

Alternatively you can submit evidence that English was the main medium of instruction during your last six consecutive years of education.



SEMESTER (EHL SEMESTER 3)1Applied Hospitality Management

Talent Management Systems

International Service Marketing

Service Operations Management

Business Analysis

Revenue Management

Managerial Accounting

Customer Information and Distribution Channel Management

Communication & Culture

Managing Legal Risk

Business French Intermediate/Advanced

German Intermediate/Advanced

Mandarin Beginner

Russian Beginner

Integrated Business Analysis

Corporate Finance

Corporate Strategy

Research Methodology

Project Management

Market Research

Integrated Hospitality Management

Hospitality Asset Management

Organisational Capital & Leadership

Real Estate Finance

SEMESTER (EHL SEMESTER 5) 2



Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management(Curriculum designed by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne)


Course outline: Semester 3*

Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management(Curriculum designed by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne)

SEMESTER (EHL SEMESTER 6) 3Electives Entrepreneurship

Innovation Management

Innovating the Customer Experience

Cross Cultural Hospitality Management

Digital Marketing

Hotel Planning and Development

Managing Demand for Optimal HotelPerformance

New Frontiers in Revenue Management

Final Degree Project

Student Business Project

or Thesis

FINAL DEGREE PROJECTThe two following options are available:

1. Student Business ProjectYou will be part of a team providing a consulting service to an external client. The tasks assigned by our clients will be varied, ranging from market studies to process audits to the creation of new catering concepts.

2. ThesisYour task will be to find a solution to an industry-specific problem using qualitative and/or quantita-tive research methods. You will be supervised by an experienced faculty member, who will coach you in the methods needed to successfully complete your project.



1) Only for direct entry

2) Accommodation optional

3) During semesters with accommodation contract full board is mandatory. Choice between a 5 day (reduction of CHF 500) or 7 day food & beverage contract. Minimum consumption (lunch only) CHF 1000 for all students without an accommodation contract.

4) Subsidized fee for eligible Swiss students and foreign students residing in Switzerland. Please contact us for details regarding eligibility.

International students 1 semester 2 semester 3 semester TotalTuition fee 19 170 17 860 9 780 46 810

Application fee 1) 300 300

Program deposit, permit &mandatory insurance 2 000 2 000 2 000 6 000

Campus fee 500 500 500 1500

Total tuition & fees 21 970 20 360 12 280 54 610

Accommodation 2) 4 200 4 200 4 200 12 600

Food & Beverage 3) 2 500 2 500 2 500 7 500

Total with accommodation 28 670 27 060 18 980 74 710

Swiss students &eligible students 1 semester 2 semester 3 semester TotalTuition fee 4) 500 500 500 1 500

Application fee 1) 300 300

Program deposit 800 800 800 2 400

Campus fee 500 500 500 1 500

Total tuition & fees 2 100 1 800 1 800 5 700

Accommodation 2) 4 200 4 200 4 200 12 600

Food & Beverage 3) 2 500 2 500 2 500 7 500

Total with accommodation 8 800 8 500 8 500 25 800

Price listBachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management(Curriculum designed by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne)

How to applyGo to

application.ssth.ch Please submit your application and documents online.Upon receipt of your completed file, a first evaluation will be conducted. You may then be invited for an interview.

Intakes: September

(All costs in CHF and are subject to change)

SSTH Young Talent Traineeship-On-CampusBe immersed in the world of Hospitality as you join a supportive training environment on the SSTH Campus

CUISINE PRACTICEYou will cook meals for our students and staff while learning the basics of culinary arts from our team of chefs who will teach you how to recognize excellent products and how to prepare them to best reveal their qualities. You will learn basic cutting and preparation methods, how to use knives and kitchen equipment properly, and how to work safely in a kitchen.

SERVICE PRACTICEThrough working in our restaurant under the supervisi-on of senior students and guidance of our experienced lecturers, you will learn the art of serving guests. Table setting for various restaurant set-ups, napkin folding, banquet decoration, different service techniques and more will best prepare you for your first internship.

HOUSEKEEPING PRACTICEYou will gain a basic knowledge of housekeeping es-sentials and learn about housekeeping supplies and their proper use. Under the supervision of our expe-rienced staff, you will practice modern cleaning which fulfill the highest hygienic standards in the public areas of the School Hotel and in the restaurants. You will also learn proper handling of equipment, textiles and linens in the laundry.

FIELD TRIPSYou will visit local producers of vegetables, wines, cho-colate or cheese and take part in behind-the-scenes tours of hotels, restaurants or spas, gaining a solid understanding of how suppliers and hospitality pro-fessionals work.

Do you have any questions? Contact us at [email protected]

ssth.ch



SSTH Young Talent Traineeship-Off-CampusGet immersed into the world of Hospitality as you train in one of our partner hotels around the world

CUISINE PRACTICEPrepare food in a variety of styles together with a team of industry professionals. Develop and practice foundational culinary techniques. Start by learning the basics of safety and sanitation, and move into more detailed knowledge and skills training. Knowledge and understanding of food preparation will help you immensely throughout the rest of your career.

SERVICE PRACTICEWork in different Food and Beverage outlets throug-hout the hotel. Discover the unique service style of restaurants, bars and banquets. Practice the roles and functions of a service professional with the guidance of the associates and mentors you have around you. Learn service essentials like equipment preparation, guest relations, service techniques and side work. Feel the satisfaction that genuine customer service can provide.

HOUSEKEEPING PRACTICEPractice and understand the critical role that house-keeping plays in keeping the ‘heart of the house’ alive. Learn about the machines, equipment and supplies that are utilized in the housekeeping department. Learn about the hygienic and cleanliness standards of industry leaders and how to maintain a pristine facility. Witness the vital collaboration between the Front Office and Housekeeping, a great example of team-work. Understand the importance of first impressions and how appearance communicates the image of a brand.

GUIDANCE AND SUPPORTEven though you are far away from school and Swit-zerland, you can face challenges head on with the support of a strong and capable team of professionals. Your local supervisor will support you with any hurdles, but you can also rely on SSTH for help and guidance. Identify problems and develop solutions in a modern and real job environment. Gain confidence by making your practice your performance.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSBecause of Swiss Immigration Regulations and to ob-tain a work permit, students must be registered in the 3 years Swiss Professional Degree* program. Please refer to the requirements.




Price ListCosts & Salary SSTH Young Talent Traineeship

5 months On SSTH Campus and7 months Off-Campus

Program fee CHF 9 750

Application fee CHF 300

Program deposit, permit &mandatory insurance CHF 3 500

Campus fee CHF 500

Total Fees CHF 14 050

Accommodation 1) CHF 4 200

Food & Beverage 1) CHF 2 500

Total with accommodation CHF 20 750

12 months Off-Campus

Application fee CHF 300

Fee arrangement international traineeship CHF 3 000

Fee support Career Services CHF 1 700

Total Fees 2) CHF 5 000

(All costs are subject to change)

Total gross traineeship salary 3):

min. CHF 15 253

Total gross traineeship salary 3):

min. CHF 26 148

Traineeship (7 months)7 × CHF 2179

Traineeship (12 months)12 × CHF 2179

1) Accommodation and full board mandatory during the 5 months on SSTH campus

2) Health insurance can be arranged upon request by SSTH for the entire traineeship at an additional fee

3) Minimum gross traineeship salary if in Switzerland; all international traineeships are paid according to local labor regulations



Master of Science in Global Hospitality Business HES-SO (Eng.)3 semesters on 3 campuses:

EHL, Switzerland; The Hong-Kong Polytechnic University, China; University of Houston, USA

Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management HES-SO (Eng.)3 full-time semesters at SSTH in Passugg

Curriculum designed by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne

SSTH Young Talent Traineeship (Eng. or Ger.)

18 week training at SSTH in Passugg7 month operational traineeship

or12 month operational traineeship

Final secondary school certificate/diploma

Without preliminary work experience

Final secondary school certificate/diploma

With minimum one year of proven full-time work experience in a hotel or restaurant

Swiss Professional Degree (Eng. or Ger.)“Dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice/Dipl. Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF”

4 semesters at SSTH in Passugg

1 semester operational internship

1 semester supervisory internship

Your curriculum path Degrees & Certificates

Master Degree recognized by the Swiss federal government

3 professional certificates

Bachelor Degree recognized by the Swiss federal government

Swiss federal accredited degree “Dipl. Hôtelière-Restauratrice/Dipl. Hôtelier-Restaurateur HF”

2 work certificates

1 work certificate

Hospitality Management DegreesWe provide a unique professional path to the most prestigious degrees in Hospitality Management

Upon graduation from the Swiss Professio- nal Degree*, you will have acquired a set of key managerial competencies that will enable you to pursue a leadership role in our industry.

BSc IN INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (HES-SO)You further develop your established ma-nagement competencies and strategic thinking, launching you as an upcoming inspirational hotelier.

The BSc consists of three academic se-mesters, which follow the École hôtelière de Lausanne curriculum. In the first semester, you will build upon the knowledge acqui-red during your Swiss Professional Degree*

by studying subjects at an advanced level in business analysis, applied hospitality ma-nagement, communication and culture.

Impress withexcellent management

qualifications and indepth practical knowledge


Teamwork will continue to be an integral part of your studies, providing you with the skills needed to be an effective team leader in your future career.

During the second semester, you will have a broad range of hands-on learning opportu-nities. You will study strategic management, integrated hospitality management and participate in practical case studies – often interacting with industry experts who will provide you with valuable advice.

In the final semester, you will choose 3 elec-tives in the areas that interest you most. You will then complete your BSc in Interna-tional Hospitality Management with a final degree project.

TWO TOP DEGREES IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENTOur two degrees, the Swiss Professional Degree* and the BSc in In-ternational Hospitality Management (Curriculum designed by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne), combine world class theoretical and practi-cal education.

ACCREDITATIONSSTH offers the top English language Swiss Professional Degree* that is accredited by the Swiss federal government and the Bache-lor of Science in International Hospitality Management. Granted by the University of Applied Sciences and Arts – Western Switzerland (HES-SO), this is the only available Bachelor degree in Hospitality Management recognized by the Swiss Federal government.The BSc degree is legally protected in Europe in compliance with the Bologna declaration, allowing students who successfully complete the BSc program to continue their studies in the most reputed uni-versities.

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