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Diploma in Hotel Operations Management | Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS)
This programme covers all operational subjects including Food and Beverage, Production and Service, Front Office and Housekeeping. It will especially benefit those students who are primarily in the practical aspects of the hotel and catering industry. It includes two 5 month academic terms and two 4-6 month internships.
School & Campus : Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS), Caux & laysin Campuses
Duration: 2 years (10 months of study & 8-12 months internship)
Internships: 4-6 months per year
Awards: SHMS Diploma in Hotel Operations Management
Start Dates: September / February
Admission Requirements: Students must have successfully completed their high school diploma / Min. age: 17 years / TOEFL or IELTS
Progression: After successful completion of the Diploma, students can progress into the Higher Diploma and then the BBA Degree program.
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
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.
Course Content
TERM 1: Year 1 - Academic (5 months)
Management Subjects
Hospitality Studies
Computer Studies I
Accounting Principles
Practical Subjects
Food & Beverage Management
Food & Beverage Service Management (Theory & Practice)
Food & Beverage Service Practical
Food & Beverage Production Management (Theory & Practice)
Food & Beverage Cost Control
Additional Subjects
Personal Development & Communication
Language (French or German level elective)
TERM 2: Year 1 - Internship (4-6 months)
Paid internship in hotels or restaurants in Switzerland or overseas
Monthly salary: CHF 2168 to CHF 2450
Deductions for food, accommodation, meals, tax, insurance: appr. CHF 1000 to 1400
TERM 1: Year 2 - Academic (5 months)
Management Subjects
Marketing
Introduction to & Geography of Travel & Tourism
Travel & Tourism Industry Management I
Banqueting & Events
Introduction to Events
Financial Accounting
Practical Subjects
Front Office & Rooms Division Management
Front Office Operations
Housekeeping Management
Housekeeping Operations
Additional Subjects
Business Communication
Language (French or German level elective)
TERM 2: Year 2 - Internship (4-6 months)
Paid internship in hotels or restaurants in Switzerland or overseas
Monthly salary: CHF 2168 to CHF 2450
Deductions for food, accommodation, meals, tax, insurance: appr. CHF 1000 to 1400
