Please find below details and descriptions of some of the careers offered in hospitality industry (PDF Files) - Courtesy: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Postgraduate Diploma in Hotel Management is designed to meet the needs of applicants considering entry into non-operational positions within the hospitality industry or further study. This comprehensive program provides graduates with a broad practical understanding of hotel operations management.
School & Campus : Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS), Caux and Leysin Campuses
Duration: 18 weeks
Awards: SHMS Postgraduate Diploma in Hotel Management
Start Dates: September / February
Admission Requirements: Bachelor Degree in any discipline or at least 3 years working experience in a supervisory position in the industry / Min. age: 21 years / TOEFL or IELTS
Progression: Suitably qualified or experienced graduates of the PGD Programmes may progress to any of the Masters degrees offered at the SHMS University Centre Campus in Leysin.
Career Opportunities
SHMS Graduate career services provide assistance to graduates searching for career opportunities upon graduation. SHMS has a network of international contacts and helps graduates with job applications. Many of the graduate find jobs in Europe and USA.
Paid Internship
The PGD in Hotel Management includes an optional 4 - 6 months internship. (Salary CHF 2060 to 2450 per month)
Internships offer a unique opportunity to enhance both the acquired practical and language skills as students will normally do their internship either in the French or German speaking part of Switzerland. These skills are highly sought after in the hospitality industry.
