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VISION

We aim to be a worldwide leader in

providing cutting edge hospitality management education in a surrounding that is based on quality, safety and professionalism.

Mission Statement

SHM will teach the traditional fundamentals of Swiss hospitality, utilizing the latest state of the art technology and incorporating modern teaching methods to prepare its students for roles as future international hotel and business managers.

Core Values

Security Our prime concern in Lenk is the safety of all our

students for both learning and working. Lenk at the end of the Simmental valley and away from major cities is perfect for secure living and learning thus giving parents’ piece of mind whilst their children are away from home.

Core Values

Pursuit of Excellence

Through commitment to our Vision, Mission, Forum, Focus, Core Practices and Processes, SHML provides innovation and continuous improvement to its teachers and students.

Core Values

Unity and Respect for One Another

Students can achieve our full potential for them by valuing the unique contribution of each academic member, while working together towards our mission and maintaining balance in their lives.

Core Values

Integrity

SHML will deliver on our commitments to both our Swiss & International students, Sponsors, Partners and one another by always doing what is right.

Board of DirectorsBoard of DirectorsRobert Arnold, a Swiss national, is a graduate of the world famous “Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne”, Switzerland. With 35 years experience in senior executive hotel management with international companies such as Hilton International, Oberoi International, Intercontinental Hotels, and Leading Hotels of the World. Robert opened and managed many new 5 star hotels and resorts of the world.

Peter Eberhardt, a Swiss national, is a graduate of the World famous “Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne” and has 25 years of opening and General Management experience in Hotels and Resorts in Switzerland and French Polynesia such as Hyatt, Accor and Movenpick. Peter is now the joint owner of Sirius Hospitality, a company specialising in Hotel, Restaurant ownership, Hotel and Resort Management, Hospitality Consulting and Executive Search for the Hospitality industry.

Urs Eberhardt, a Swiss national, also a graduate of “Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne”, has had over 20 years of Senior General Management experience in several countries of the world. His profession took him to places such as Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Cambodia and Mauritius. During his careerhe was privileged to work in several Palaces in Switzerland, The Fullerton Singapore, Park Plaza Hotels International and Pansea Angkor. Urs is currently the joint owner of Sirius Hospitality Services.

AccreditationAccreditation

SHMLSHML has signed a managed progression has signed a managed progression agreement with the agreement with the University of University of GloucestershireGloucestershire, where students , where students completing their three year Higher completing their three year Higher Diploma at SHML will have the opportunity Diploma at SHML will have the opportunity to progress to the BA (Hons) in Strategic to progress to the BA (Hons) in Strategic Hospitality Management.Hospitality Management.

University of Gloucestershire is ranked in University of Gloucestershire is ranked in the top 8 UK universities for their the top 8 UK universities for their Hospitality Faculty.Hospitality Faculty.

Board of Advisers Mr. Hans R. Jenni, President of GHM

(www.ghmhotels.com)

Mr. Onno Poortier, President of The Leela (www.theleela.com), former President of Peninsula Group

Mr. Fritz Sommerau, Head of Hospitality Service, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (www.hkjc.com)

Mr. Peter O. Wirth, Independent International Hotelier

PREFERED HOTEL GROUPS

GHMSwiss Belhotel

South Pacific Management

Are our preferred employers giving students clear employment perspectives for internships whilst preparing career paths for graduating students.

Quality ManagementQuality Management

SHML is also pleased to announce that it has

committed the College to a quality management system with SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance) to obtain an ISO 9001:2008 certification and will include the standards of Swiss Deluxe Hotels, The Leading Hotels of the World and Relais & Chateau into our learning plans.

Academic ProgramSHML offers 4 unique diplomas

SHML Diploma - Food and Beverage Management (2 Years)

SHML Diploma - Hotel Management (2 Years)

Higher Diploma of Hotel and Resort Management (Associate Degree, 3 Years)

BA (Hons) Degree in Strategic Hospitality Management, (4 Years)

The latter two are accredited by University of Gloucestershire

Internships

Internships have always been seen in Switzerland as a very important part of the hospitality educational process as it offers students a wonderful opportunity to put into practice learning outcomes from the previous college semester. SHML follows this important practice and will help all students find good internship jobs in Switzerland. Internships allows the students to practice their language skills, allow discoveries of new destinations, provide a paid full work experience, increase employability with certificates of employment, and open the doors to a permanent job.During the five or six month internship, Students will develop a broad range of skills that will prepare them for future managerial positions.

SHML-Diploma of Hotel Management

Program: SHML Diploma of Hotel ManagementDuration: 2 years (4 semesters) Taught semesters: 2 Internships: 2 (5 to 6 months) Intakes: September and March Age: 18 minimum Qualification: High School Diploma or equivalent English level: TOEFL 500 Accreditation: The Swiss College of Hospitality Management

This professional program prepares students for the SHML Diploma of Hotel Management All our courses have been designed by professional hoteliers who have had over 80 years combined operational experience in Executive and General Management of international five star hotels and resorts, and supported by exceptional academic standards. This Diploma course had been designed as a two year/ four semester course for direct entry to a professional career in the Hospitality Industry.The units join academic theory and trade based learning (practical classes) with specialized internships in the Swiss hospitality industry. It aims at providing students with excellent operational and supervisory skills, first-rate knowledge and admirable attitude. On completion of the SHML Diploma in Hotel and Resort Management, students will be able to join an International Hotel company. This course does not allow students to return at a later date to complete the degree courses.

Semester 1 – Year oneBrief description of course programs:

Food and Beverage Service ManagementKitchen Management. Accounting – Food and Beverage ControlHygiene – HACCP

Semester 2- Year one Internship (5-6 months)-Restaurant, Beverage Operations;

Semester 3- Year TwoBrief description of course programsRooms DivisionHuman ResourcesHospitality AccountingSalesHotel Business German2

Semester 4- Year TwoInternship (5-6 months);

SHML-Diploma of Food and Beverage Management

Program: SHML Diploma of Food and Beverage ManagementDuration: 2 years (4 semesters) Taught semesters: 2 Internships: 2 (5 to 6 months) Intakes: September and March Age: 18 minimum Qualification: High School Diploma or equivalent English level: TOEFL 500

This professional program prepares students for the Swiss Higher Diploma of Hotel Management – Associate Degree program. All our courses have been designed by professional hoteliers who have had over 80 years combined operational experience in executive management of international hotels and resorts, and supported by exceptional academic standards of the University of Gloucestershire.The courses join academic theory and trade based learning (practical classes) with specialized internships in the Swiss hospitality industry. It aims at providing students with excellent operational and supervisory skills, first-rate knowledge and admirable attitude. On completion of the SHML Diploma in Food and Beverage Management, students will continue their studies and complete the SHML Higher Diploma of Hotel Management (associate degree);

Semester 1 Food Service ManagementWine and Bar ServicesFood and Beverage Accounting/Cost ControlsHuman Resource SupervisionHotel Business English 1Hotel Business German 1

Semester 2Internship (5-6 months)-Restaurant, Beverage Operations; Semester 3Culinary Arts and Sciences Catering, Banquets and EventsKitchen Calculations/Food Control SystemsHotel Business English 2 Hotel Business German2

Semester 4Internship (5-6 months);

SHML-Higher Diploma of Hotel and Resort Management

(Associate Degree)

Duration: 3 years (6 semesters) Taught semesters: 3 Internships: 3 (5 to 6 months) Intakes: September and March Age: 18 minimum Qualification: High School Diploma or equivalent English level: TOEFL 500 Accreditation: University of Gloucestershire, Cheltenham, UK

This professional program prepares students for the BA (Hons) Strategic Hospitality Degree. Our courses have been designed by professional hoteliers who have had over 80 years combined operational experience in executive management of international hotels and resorts, and supported by exceptional academic teaching standards as approved by the University of Gloucestershire, UK.The courses join academic theory and trade based learning (practical classes) with specialized internships in the Swiss hospitality industry. It aims at providing students with excellent operational and supervisory skills, first-rate knowledge and admirable attitude. On completion of the SHML Higher Diploma, students continue their studies and complete the BA (Hons) degree; however, Students have the possibility of starting their professional careers at this stage and returning at a later date to complete their Degrees.

For semesters 1 - 4 please see the SHML-Diploma of Food and Beverage Management

Semester 5This final hotel operations semester will prepare hospitality students to fulfil the managerial and supervision functions of the principal departments of a national or international hotel or resort. This training will incorporate operational details, but with an emphasis that will be placed on supervisory and managerial principles. Rooms Division ManagementFront Office Management and OperationsRooms Division Services:Front of House Administration:Planning and Managing: Property interiors and design:Front Office Management techniques:Sales techniques: budgets; Housekeeping Operations and ManagementSales and MarketingHospitality Managerial AccountingHuman Resource ManagementBusiness English 3

Semester 6Internship 5-6 Months To graduate with an associate degree – Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel Management, students must complete all 6 semesters of SHML course programs.

CAMPUS FACILITIES

The campus is a fully operational hotel that has been recently been renovated and is located in the centre of Lenk.Facilities at the campus include:Rooms are either for single or double occupancy and have their own bathrooms with bath or shower, hair dryers, cupboards and natural lighting with heating. The bedrooms include flat screen TVs, new beds, carpeting, desks and good lighting.Public facilities include a library, lounge with fire place, bar and 2 restaurants, gym, sauna, steam bath, outdoor swimming pool and gardens as well as an in-house laundry.

Successful completion of years one and two provides the Student with 2 certificates and a Diploma of Food and Beverage Management.

Students successfully completing year 3 will graduate from SHML with a Swiss Higher Diploma (or as it is commonly known outside of Switzerland - an Associate Degree) in Hotel Management.

Students successfully graduating from year 4 will receive a BA (Hons) Strategic Hospitality Management degree from the University of Gloucestershire UK.