Leading Culinary Arts School in the heart of Switzerland
Start your culinary arts education at IMI and benefit from small class sizes, personalised work placements and a global employer network offering a world of opportunity!
Why study at IMI Switzerland?

Top Ranked
One of the leading hospitality schools in the QS World Rankings.
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UK-Degree Awards
All degrees validated by Manchester Metropolitan University.
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Global Family
Join students from over 35 different nationalities on our beautiful lakeside campus.
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Your Future
Internship support for all students and 95% employability rate after graduation.
"IMI is my passport to go around the world..."
In this video, Indonesian culinary arts student Elizabeth explains how she has benefitted from her studies in Switzerland. As well as appreciating the small kitchen class sizes and support and feedback she gets from our Chef lecturers, she is also excited about the many future international opportunities her studies will bring her.
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Swiss Culinary Excellence
Our international culinary arts degree programme offers the perfect blend of practical kitchen skills and management theory. Spending 30% of your time in the kitchen and 70% in the classroom, you will be equipped on graduation to work as a head chef or start your own culinary business empire. Practical paid internships are available after each study semester.
Paid Internship Experience
A minimum of 12 months of work experience is required to complete your degree qualification. Our Careers team will help find you paid work placements either in Switzerland or in a range of international locations such as the US, the Middle East or Europe. Our personalised service covers everything from CV preparation to visa application support. Discover a new culture, earn a salary, and gain invaluable, CV-enhancing experience.
A rapidly growing industry...
$9,950 billion
The estimated value of the hospitality industry in 2028.
100 million
The number of new jobs predicted to be created within the hospitality sector by 2028.
16.3% growth
Anticipated Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of the hospitality sector between 2022 and 2028 - making it one of the world's fastest growing industry sectors.
Your future in hospitality...
...or international industry
IMI's dedicated Careers team works directly with placement agencies and leading international companies to secure you CV-enriching, paid work placements in exciting destinations across the globe.


...and leading hotel brands

Alumni Success
97%
Alumni employment rate one year after graduation.
50%
Alumni employed within the hospitality sector. Remainder in other industries.
50%
Alumni employed within managerial positions or higher.
The IMI Difference
As a smaller school, we offer personal academic and careers support to every student. With over 30 years of expertise in hospitality management education, you will be provided with both the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to succeed in the industry.
We support you every step of the way...
IMI's Admissions team is on hand to guide you every step of the way on your application journey.
Application
We will guide you on all the necessary documents to submit for a complete application.
Personal Consultation
Arrange a call with our team where we map out your IMI study plan.
Visa Support
Our Registration team guides you on where, when and how to apply for your study visa.
Arrival
A friendly face will pick you up from the airport and transport you to campus to begin your Swiss study adventure!
