IHTTI is one of the most established and successful hotel management schools in Switzerland. For more than 25 years we have prepared our students for management careers in the international hospitality and tourism industries.
HTTI is committed to providing a Swiss quality learning experience to individuals seeking careers in the international hospitality and tourism industry. The school pursues a 4-pillar approach in developing each individual's potential. This approach focuses on the learner's intellectual attributes, management competencies, operational skills and overall professionalism. IHTTI is one of the longest established English language hotel management schools in Switzerland. Founded in 1984. Each semester approximately 200 students from more than 50 countries choose IHTTI for their hospitality and tourism studies.
Strong International Recognition and Accreditations - Graduates are awarded Swiss, British University and US qualifications, which provide significant benefit to our graduates in the global hospitality job market.
Faster Graduation with Lower Financial Investment - IHTTI's intensive academic programme allows students to graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in just three years, which means a significantly lower financial investment and an earlier start to your career.
Industry Internships and Graduate Placement Services - IHTTI has extensive links to the hospitality industry, which enable us to place our students in internships in Switzerland and around the world.
Accreditations & Affiliations
IHTTI has the following international accreditations and recognition:
- ASEH, Swiss Hotel Schools Association
- University of Derby (UK) for the BA Degree programme
- AH&LA, American Hotel and Lodging Association
- Canton of Neuchâtel for the Higher Diplomas
IHTTI is a member of the following associations:
- AIEST, International Association of Scientific Experts in Tourism
- CHRIE/EuroCHRIE, Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
- EUHOFA, International Association of Hotel Schools
- Institute of Hospitality, UK
- IH&RA, International Hotel and Restaurant Association
- Swiss Hotel Association
- SFPS, Swiss Federation of Private Schools
Location & Facilities
The IHTTI campus has recently been renovated and is located in the heart of Neuchatel, a vibrant Swiss university city. IHTTI is ideally situated between the train station and the lake of Neuchatel. with easy access to ski resorts, as well as cosmopolitan European cities like as Paris or Milan. Small Classes, Personalised Service - Thanks to small class sizes, IHTTI is able to provide extensive academic support to every student. The school is conveniently located, a short walk away from the train station, lake, central shopping and entertainment district and the Neuchatel university library. IHTTI School of Hotel Management offers students the latest in academic facilities, including a modern and well-equipped library, wireless internet access throughout the building, fully equipped, air-conditioned classrooms and group study areas. Accommodation in a twin standard room is included in the school fees with other room types available for an additional charge.