SHMS is Switzerland's largest English speaking Hotel Management School with an excellent reputation around the globe. A qualification from SHMS opens doors to leading positions in the hospitality industry, anywhere in the world.

Switzerland's history of excellence in Hotel Management began more than 100 years ago when the first hotels were built in Switzerland. The "Caux-Palace", nestled in the mountains overlooking both Montreux and Lake Geneva, was the largest, most impressive and exclusive establishment of the day. It was here - at the "Caux-Palace" - where Switzerland's reputation for hospitality was born.

Today, the "Caux-Palace" is home of SHMS. Students from more than 60 different countries join them every year to learn in this unique atmosphere, at the very source of Switzerland's Hospitality reputation. In this inspiring environment of the "Caux-Palace" SHMS train their students to become true leaders in the ever expanding Hospitality Industry.

In the real life environment of the "Caux-Palace" Hotel their well qualified hospitality experts will teach you the "Finesse" of Hotel Management using the traditional Swiss approach. You will follow a very colorful curriculum, comprising a wealth of practical elements, Management expertise and languages. Each individual subject will provide knowledge and skill critical to your future career in the Hospitality Industry.

Each year you will also complete a paid internship to gain even more practical experience. By the time you finish your education programme at SHMS you will have the world famous "Swiss Hospitality Touch" which is so sought after in the industry. And to make you even more attractive on the international job market, you may graduate with up to three internationally recognised qualifications from Switzerland (SHMS), United Kingdom (University of Derby) and the United States (AH&LA).

The number of students at SHMS has consistently increased over the last decade, with many of their new students being recommended to us by their current students and their large alumni. In 2003, when their enrolments exceeded capacity in Caux, SHMS purchased a second campus in Leysin. After a complete renovation, their Leysin Campus was opened in September 2004 offering state of the art learning and leisure facilities, outstanding accommodation for almost 600 students, and an extended range of excellent educational programmes.

SHMS' experienced, dynamic and open-minded management, together with the quality and commitment of their staff, ensures that SHMS will continue its success story in the future and stay one step ahead of similar institutions.

Location

Part of the enjoyment of studying at SHMS is the experience of interacting with students from around the world. SHMS has students from more than 60 countries, living and studying together on campus

Although the study programme is intensive, there is also time to enjoy the wealth of leisure activities that Switzerland offers. The school arranges many sports, recreational and sightseeing activities for students. Many European countries are within easy reach for weekend excursions.

SHMS Caux-Montreux Campus welcomes students of the Diploma and Higher Diploma Programmes. Our Leysin Campus accommodates in addition to Diploma and Higher Diploma students, also students in the PGD/PGC programmes as well as the final term of the BA and MA programmes.

Facilities

Caux Palace
During the academic term students are accommodated in a magnificent building built originally as a five-star hotel, or in one of the annex buildings.
" Caux-Palace" provides magnificent views on Lake Geneva and the French Alps.

Leysin
SHMS is housed in two outstanding properties in Leysin. The Mont-Blanc Palace Hotel was one of the largest and most impressive hotels in Leysin and the Belvédère Hotel, built just a few years later and only a short distance away to the same high specification. Both hotels later became part of the famous Club Med, until they were purchased and completely renovated by SHMS in 2004.

The outstanding setting, great sporting facilities, opportunities for sightseeing and the proximity to Montreux and Lake Geneva may be some of the reasons why Leysin today is increasingly developing into an international study resort home to many international schools and universities.
Leysin - a charming well known resort, quiet and peaceful enough to focus on your studies yet full of sports, leisure and sightseeing opportunities - is the 'natural' place to study.

Advantages
SHMS, Swiss Hotel Management School is Switzerland's largest English speaking hotel management institution, with students from more than 60 countries around the world:

1. Quality Training
SHMS provides quality training in the long established Swiss tradition, combined with advanced management techniques, to match current international trends in the hospitality industry. In addition, all programmes at SHMS are taught in English, the world language of hospitality. This perfect combination assures students the highest quality education and prepares graduates to face the challenging and competitive world of hotel management.

2. International Qualifications from three Countries
International Qualifications from three Countries
SHMS has a wide range of programmes to suit most students' needs. Whether you are looking for a short term diploma programme (2 years) or to study to degree or masters level (3 to 4 years), SHMS offers the programme to meet your needs. Programmes specially designed for mature entrants, including Postgraduate Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas, are also available.

The BA (Hons), MA and PhD programmes offered at SHMS are awarded by the University of Derby, a leading UK university which in 2004 was ranked by the Guardian newspaper as being in the top five British Universities for hospitality and tourism. This guarantees that the highest standards are maintained and confers international accreditation and worldwide recognition to the qualifications they offer. Students who undertake the Degree programme at SHMS will have the chance to graduate with three internationally recognised qualifications:

3. An Exciting Range of Programmes and Progression Options
SHMS Caux is the Centre of Excellence for practical hospitality  education. Here students can study for the renowned Swiss Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management. However, at SHMS University Centre students can elect to study a total of five exciting Higher Diploma Programmes:

4. Sate-of-the-Art Facilities
To assist students to achieve the best results, SHMS provides the latest study facilities, including free online access to the internet on all computers within the school, as well as access to the University of Derby library online and the University's virtual learning platform are available to BA (Hons) and MA students. In many areas within SHMS, students can also utilise wireless connection to the internet. The recreational and study facilities at SHMS have been refurbished to offer some of the most modern facilities available in Switzerland.

5. Paid Work Experience
Studying in Switzerland gives you the opportunity to gain international work experience. Each year of study at SHMS consists of a 5 month academic term followed by a 4 - 6 month internship in Switzerland or abroad. Students work in paid practical training in the industry, which, in the first year is administered by the school. The practical training is fully integrated with the academic programmes.

6. SEG Membership
SHMS is a member of SEG, Swiss Education Group, an alliance of Switzerland's finest Hotel Management Schools. This membership allows us to offer their students additional benefits only SEG member schools are able to provide. All SEG schools are 100% Swiss owned, which ensures your education is based on the famous "Swiss Hospitality Tradition".

7. Graduate Placement Services
With its many links to some of the finest hotels around the world, SHMS offers its graduates a wide variety of job opportunities through the SEG Career Advisory office.

8. A Real Hospitality Experience
SHMS is located in the former 5-star "Caux-Palace", the hotel where Switzerland's reputation for hospitality was born. to live and study in this unique atmosphere is truly a benefit you will only find at SHMS.