Leading Hospitality School in the heart of Switzerland
Gain a UK-accredited BA (Hons) Degree award at IMI and benefit from small class sizes, personal support and paid internship placements!
UK-Accredited Degree Programmes
Our BA (Hons) degrees in hospitality management, business management and culinary arts as well as our MSc degree in hospitality and events management are all validated by Manchester Metropolitan University in the UK.
Hospitality Management Degrees
Our BA (Hons) degree in hospitality management allows you to specialise in hotel and tourism management, hotel and events management or hospitality entrepreunership.
Business Management Degree
Our BA (Hons) degree in global business management offers young entrepreneurs a career pathway into international industry and prepares you for senior leadership positions.
International Culinary Arts Degree
Preparing you for a career as either a head chef or the owner or manager of a culinary business, the culinary arts degree offers you a perfect blend of kitchen skills alongside management theory.
MSc Degree in Hospitality & Events
This Master of Science degree is aimed at those with an undergraduate degree who are looking for senior managerial positions within the international hospitality or events industries.
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Why study at IMI Switzerland?
Top Ranked
One of the leading hospitality schools in the QS World Rankings.
UK-Degree Awards
All degrees validated by Manchester Metropolitan University.
Global Family
Join students from over 35 different nationalities on our beautiful lakeside campus.
Your Future
Internship support for all students and 95% employability rate after graduation.
"What appealed to me was both the people and the location..."
In this video, Dutch student Kayleigh explains how visiting IMI for an Open Day convinced her that it was the right place for her to pursue her hospitality management studies. She also explains how her degree study has opened up multiple career opportunities for her, both in hospitality and the wider world of business and industry.
Swiss Hospitality Excellence
As one of the world's leading hospitality and management schools, IMI has over 30 years of experience in delivering confident, competent and accomplished graduates into industry. As a smaller school, we pride ourselves on our family atmosphere and the personal care and attention offered to each and every one of our students.
Paid Internship Experience
Each of our degree programmes offers a minimum of six months of paid work experience. Our Careers team will help find you exciting and challenging placements either here 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.
Your future in hospitality...
...or international industry
IMI's dedicated Careers team works directly with the world's biggest hospitality brands as well as leading international companies to secure you CV-enriching, paid work placements in exciting destinations across the globe.
...and leading hotel brands
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.
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!