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The Hospitality and Tourism industry is predicted to triple

in size within the next fifteen years and to be the world's
largest industry by the year 2020. According to the world
Travel and Tourism Council, travelers will spend US$ 5 billion
every day. There will be a great demand for well qualified
staff with exciting and rewarding career opportunities
waiting in almost every country around the world.
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hoteliers have been educated in this beautiful and safe country.

Established in 1984, HIM, Hotel Institute Montreux, was one of
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Since then, HIM has grown considerably and is today considered one of
Switzerland's finest and best known Hotel Management
Schools. In two modern campuses in the unique city centre location of
metropolitan Montreux, we offer high quality academic programmes and
exceptional facilities.
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HIM is 100% Swiss owned, which ensures our commitment to the Swiss Hospitality Tradition. This, combined
with our strong link to a leading US Management University - Northwood University - guarantees that at HIM
you will develop world famous Swiss hospitality skills and the latest American management practices.

This successful education concept, together with HIM's reputation and strong alumni network in more than 80
countries, ensures that you will be in great demand when you graduate and you will be able to build a successful
career in the ever booming hospitality industry.
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Reputation
HIM has built an excellent reputation worldwide for providing up-
to-date hospitality programmes of outstanding quality.
Alumni
Since its opening in 1984, thousands of students have graduated
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hospitality industry. Many of our graduates are members of our
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Alumni Association currently active in more than 80 countries
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Links to the Hospitality Industry
HIM maintains strong links with leaders in the hospitality industry
to ensure that the curricula correspond to the latest requirements
and developments of the industry.
Registration
HIM is officially registered in the "Handelsregister", Canton
de Vaud, Switzerland as a private Hotel Management School.
Advisory Board
HIM has a strong advisory board consisting of
• Dr. David Gray, Assistant Director, Higher Education,
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• Professor Nigel Hemmington, Head of School of Services
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Management, Bournemouth University
• Mr. Gilles Honegger, Director of HR for the Accor Group
• Dr. Andreas Kunzli, Managing Director, SEG, Swiss Education
Group
• Mr. Jacques Levy-Bonvin, International Hospitality Consultant
• Mr. Philippe Rossiter, CEO of HCIMA
• Dr. Bob Serum, Vice President of Academics and Dean of
International Programmes, Northwood University
• Mr. Michael Smithuis, General Manager, Raffles Le Montreux
Palace
• Mr. Mike Stapleton, UK Corporate Affairs, Director of Compass
Group PLC
• Dr. Craig Thompson, Academic Director, SEG, Swiss Education
Group
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Northwood University/US
The HIM BBA (Dual Major) Degree programme is awarded by
Northwood University, which has campuses in Michigan, Florida
and Texas. In the publication "America's Best Colleges 2004",
US News & World Report selected Northwood University as one of
America's top schools for business education.
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SEG Member
HIM is part of SEG, Swiss Education Group, a group of
Switzerland's Leading Hospitality Management Schools. A
wide range of advantages and benefits are offered to students
studying at SEG institutions. Please refer to page 18 for additional
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English is the official medium of instruction at HIM
although the language of the region is French.
Faculty
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to international students. All lecturers participate
frequently in staff development programmes. Many of
the HIM lecturers have worked for numerous years in our
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institution.
Study Mentor
In year one, students have the option to request a study
mentor, usually a third year or BBA student, to help
overcome any initial study difficulties.
English Foundation Programmes
For students whose level of English is below the indicated
entry requirement, we recommend the partially sponsored
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language centre in Leysin. Duration is 4 to 16 weeks. Please
refer to the price-list for details.
Teaching Material
HIM uses up-to-date teaching materials to ensure that the
content of every programme is "State-of-the-Art".
Transfer Agreements
HIM has transfer agreements with Cornell University,
University of South Carolina, University of Nevada, Florida
International University and Johnson & Wales, among
others.
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Internships
Years 1 and 2 of the main programme and the post-
graduate programmes include a 4 - 6 month paid
internship either in Switzerland or overseas. Internships
offer a unique opportunity to enhance both the acquired
practical and language skills as students will normally do
their internship either in the French or German speaking
part of Switzerland. These skills are highly sought after in
the hospitality industry.
Salary
By law, Swiss employers are required to remunerate
students at prevailing industry trainee rates. Gross salary
per month: CHF 2075.- to CHF 2450.-. Deductions for
food, accommodation, tax and insurance are about CHF
1000.-.
Internship Overseas
Students have the opportunity to complete their internship
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Programme Focus Management skills are developed using an American

The programme develops hospitality and management method which provides expertise in hospitality manage-
skills. Hospitality skills are taught in a traditional, yet ment know-how and an in-depth knowledge of the key
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dynamic Swiss manner providing you with expertise management subjects of Human Resource Management,
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in food and beverage service, front office operations, Finance and Marketing which are essential for future
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housekeeping and rooms division. As HIM graduates industry leaders.

are prepared for top-end management positions, the
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programme does not include food production (kitchen) or Programme Structure

housekeeping practical sessions. However these subjects Years 1 and 2 include a 5 month academic term followed
are addressed in theoretical classes, which include many by 4 - 6 month paid internship (page 7). This combination
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hospitality management to be developed.
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Starting Dates
Courses start early February and early September each year.
Teaching Hours
Year 1: 33 hours per week, Year 2: 30 hours per week,
Year 3: 30 hours per week.
Entry Requirements
• Min. age: 18 years • English: TOEFL 500+ or IELTS 5.0
or HIM English Test 56+ points • Students must have
successfully completed their high school diploma • For
students with a lower level of English, we recommend our
partially sponsored English Preparatory courses (insertion).
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Students in the three year programme are awarded three
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internationally recognised qualifications:
• The Swiss Higher Diploma in International Hotel
Management
• The American Hotel and Lodging Association
(AH&LA) Diploma in Hotel Management (optional)
• American BBA Degree (Dual Major) in Business
Management & Hotel, Restaurant and Resort
Management (Northwood University)
Three different qualifications and two work reference
letters from the internships in Swiss or international
restaurants/hotels give HIM students a unique
competitive advantage when applying for employment in
the hospitality industry.
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After successful completion of the BBA Degree suitably
qualified students can progress to the Master's in Business
Administration (page 11).
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PGD in Hotel Management Starting Dates

The PGD (Postgraduate Diploma) in Hotel Management Courses start early February and early September each
is designed to meet the needs of applicants considering year.
entry into non-operational positions within the hospitality
industry or further study. This comprehensive programme Teaching Hours
provides graduates with a broad theoretical understanding • 30 - 36 hours per week (including practicals).
of hotel management.
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The PGD (Postgraduate Diploma) in Hotel Operations • Min. age: 21 years

Management is designed to meet the needs of applicants • English: TOEFL 525+ or IELTS 5.5 or HIM English Test
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considering entry into operational positions within the 62+ points

hospitality industry. This comprehensive programme • Bachelor's degree in any discipline or at least 3 years
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Programme Structure
Qualifications
The Postgraduate Diploma Programmes include an optional • Postgraduate Diploma in Hotel Management or in Hotel
4 to 6 month paid internship (please refer to page 7) Operations Management
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Masters of Business Administration
The intensive 40 week MBA program is designed for
high-caliber students from undergraduate programmes
and companies across the globe. The programme
prepares students to not only survive in today's complex
global economy, but also to drive change within it.
DeVos graduates are poised to excel and surpass their
counterparts in their careers more rapidly than could ever
be anticipated.
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We achieve this feat by empowering our students with
cutting-edge management skills and strategies through
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a hands-on educational experience. The integrated
curriculum employs the Harvard case study learning
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approach. Our discussion based methodology inspires
MBA candidates to "learn management by practicing
management."
You will learn from:
• Faculty with executive experience • Intensive case-study
• Sharing ideas with fellow MBA candidates from accross
the globe • Personal development and growth.
Starting Dates
Early August each year.
Teaching Hours
Teaching hours: The programme is taught in five modules
of eight weeks each. Courses are delivered as two week
seminars e.g. Course I in weeks 1 and 5, Course II in
weeks 2 and 6 and Course III in weeks 3 and 7 of each
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Entry Requirements
• Completion of a bachelor's degree • Completion of the
GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) • TOEFL
score of 550 or equivalent • Demonstration of significant
career aspirations and personal motivation.
Qualification
• Master's in Business Administration awarded by Richard
DeVos Graduate School of Management at Northwood
University.
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Hotel Europe & Hotel Miramonte
HIM is housed in two former hotels, the "Europe" and
"Miramonte", both of which have been fully renovated and
equipped to provide state-of-the-art learning facilities.
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Miramonte" makes student life very convenient. The main
train station, the post office, shopping centres, coffee
shops, restaurants and pubs or the famous "Quai des
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Fleurs" are all within five minutes walking distance of the
school.
The HIM Academic Center is located in the building next
to HIM, "Hotel Europe". The LRC, Learning Resource
Centre as well as the GCC, Graduate Career Centre can be
reached within a two minute walking distance.
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Accommodation
Students have the choice of the following accommodation
options:
a) Double or Single Superior Deluxe Rooms
Accommodation in "Hotel Europe" or "Hotel Miramonte" in
comfortable, refurbished rooms with bath or shower and
a spectacular lake view. Rooms are equipped with TV,
VCR, Hifi System, wireless internet access and telephone
for incoming calls.
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b) Double or Single Deluxe Rooms
Accommodation in "Hotel Europe" or "Hotel Miramonte" in
refurbished rooms with bath or shower and a spectacular
lake view, wireless internet access and telephone for
incoming calls.
c) Double or Single Standard Rooms
Accommodation in "Hotel Europe" or "Hotel Miramonte" in
standard rooms with shared shower or bath and mountain
view.
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Double standard rooms are included in the indicated fees,
a surcharge will apply to all other room categories (please
refer to the enclosed dates/fees sheet).
Meals
Full board is provided throughout the week at "Hotel
Europe" and/or "Hotel Miramonte".
Three meals are served from Monday to Friday, brunch and
dinner on weekends. Students have the choice to eat in
either of the following restaurants:
• "One5" French Training Restaurant in Hotel Europe
• "Lakeside" Cafeteria in Hotel Europe
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All meals in these restaurants are included in the fees.
During the summer months, students have the option
to enjoy their meals on the "Panorama Terrace"
overlooking Lake Geneva and the French Alps. The
"Panorama Terrace" is also a great place to relax in
the evening and enjoy the sunset over Lake Geneva.
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Student Committee
The HIM Student Committee meets on a regular basis
with the school management to discuss ideas to further
develop services offered to students.
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• Front Desk • Modern Lobby • "0ne5" French Restaurant
• "Lakeside Cafe" Cafeteria • Internet Cafe • "Coffee
Beans" • Lakeside Garden • Panorama Terrace • 24h
vending machines • Computer Room • Gym.
Hotel Miramonte
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• Internet Cafe • Student Bar • Garden • 24h vending
machines • Mini-Spa with Steam, Jacuzzi and Sauna •
Volleyball • Basketball.
Facilities of both buildings are available to all HIM students.
Sports & Excursions
Athletic pursuits and social activities provide an important
balance to academic study. For this reason HIM organises
professional visits, excursions and activities and has
special arrangements with local sporting facilities.
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Sports and Activities

• Tennis • Volleyball • Mountain Biking • Hiking •
Swimming • Horse Riding • Gym • Water-skiing • BBQ's
• In-house-Parties • International Night • Coffee Beans •
Pubs • Discos • Cinemas • Concerts.

Excursions and Professional Visits

• Lausanne • Geneva • Berne • Chillon Castle • Olympic
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GCC, Graduate Career Centre
GCC has an office within two minutes walking distance
from HIM and is open during normal office hours. The
GCC staff members visit HIM at the beginning of each
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intake to make a presentation about services provided.
Recruitment Events
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GCC arranges a number of recruitment events at HIM.
Large hotel chains and recruitment agencies from many
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different parts of the world visit HIM to present their
organisation and recruit for available positions. Interview
sessions are arranged after the event and a signed
contract is often the final outcome for the student.
Placement of students
GCC is very successful in placing students in key positions
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Hyatt • Four Seasons • Hilton • Sheraton • Kempinski •
Moevenpick • Fairmont Hotels... to mention just a few.
HIM has a strong alumni network in over 80 countries.
Alumni keep in touch and are informed through our HIM
Alumni website, the regular newsletter and Alumni events
organised in Switzerland and around the world. Alumni
provide job opportunities for new graduates and also have
access to positions advertised by GCC.
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All SEG member schools are officially registered in Switzerland
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and are 100 % Swiss owned, which ensures that your education
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"Swiss Hospitality Touch" and your qualification will be fully
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All SEG member schools are subject to stringent academic quality
assurance and create the renowned high level Swiss Education.
To prepare you in the best possible way for an international
career, you will be awarded a Swiss qualification in addition to a
BA or MA Degree from a leading British or American University.
This dual Swiss/American or Swiss/British qualifications opens
doors to leading positions in the booming hospitality industry
everywhere in the World!
SEG wants you to succeed with your studies! The SEG Foundation
programme is a great option to improve your English level and
to prepare yourself for the first year of study. What is more, SEG
subsidises the major part of the cost of these programmes.
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SEG graduates are in high demand on the international job
market! The SEG Graduate Career Centre enjoys very strong
links with the leading hotel chains. Students also have direct
access to these organisations at recruitment events offered
regularly in all member schools. The combined SEG Alumni,
boasting many thousands of members, is an additional potential
source for future employment opportunities.
The learning environment plays an important role in your learning
outcome. SEG schools offer a wide range of services including
social care, medical assistance, student support centres, sport
and leisure activities and some of the very best facilities, all of
which are regularly updated and developed.
SEG member schools have adapted their study programmes to
the needs of international students. The intensive programmes
offer up to thirty teaching hours a week, as compared to twenty
hours a week or less offered in more traditional institutions.
Our fully recognised BA/BBA Degree programmes can therefore
be completed in only 3 or 4 academic terms/semesters (plus
internships), which means a lower cost/investment and an earlier
start into your career.
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1) Enrolment Documents, Residence Permit, VAT, Visitor Tax 4) Internship Services
Enrolment Documents The HIM Internship Office assists students in
The following documents are issued for each successful applicant: the 1st year of the Main Program and the PGD
Program to find an internship in Switzerland.
• Provisional Acceptance Letter
This letter is sent out immediately after receiving your enrolment. CV Interview/Job Interviews/Work
Contract
• Confirmation Letter/Invoice During the CV Interview, the Internship Officer
After we have received your deposit payment of CHF 3.000.- - or if you wish to include the cancellation will discuss with each student individually her/
insurance, CHF 3.300.- - we will send you the confirmation letter. his Curriculum Vitae and update it in the HIM
database. As soon as a hotel/restaurant con-
Residence Permit/Visitor Tax firms interest, a job interview will be arranged.
HIM will apply for your residence permit as soon as you arrive in Switzerland. All costs to the authorities
Students will be provided with details regarding
are included. Foreign nationals staying in Switzerland for more than one week have to pay a daily tax
the location of the interview and requested prep-
to the local authorities. HIM covers this tax.
aration. The work contract is then signed directly
between the employer and the student.
VAT
All expenses for VAT (Value Added Tax) are covered in your fees.
Assistance during Internship
The HIM Internship Office remains available to
offer any assistance or help requested during
the internship.
2) Pre-Departure Assistance, Introduction Week-end Internship Visits
An HIM Internship Officer normally visits the
Pre-Departure Orientation Session
students during the internship.
In many countries, HIM or its local representatives organise Pre-Departure orientation sessions about
2 weeks before leaving for Switzerland.
Assistance for 2nd/3rd year students
2nd year students are encouraged to find their
own internship as part of their academic skills
Welcome Desk
development. However, the Internship Office
During arrival weekend, HIM has a Welcome Desk in Geneva Airport to provide HIM students with any
help they may require on arrival in Switzerland. HIM organises transportation from Geneva Airport to
remains available if help is requested.
Montreux, at an additional charge of CHF 175.- one way.
Internship Report
The Internship Office establishes, together with
10 Introduction Workshops the employer, an Internship report at the end
10 Check-in Workshops are organised on Saturday and Sunday of the arrival weekend to help students of the employment.
to get important information about their stay in Switzerland.

3) Academics
Tuition
Tuition by qualified and experienced lecturers. The number of lessons depend on selected program and year of study (please refer to brochure for details).

Books & Teaching Material

Excellent, modern, up-to-date books, as well as all required teaching materials are included in the fees.

Academic Guidance
The Program Leaders or Academic Dean guide students through the academic term and are available to solve any academic problems that may occur.

Study Advisor
1st and 2nd year students with initial difficulties in certain subjects can request a study advisor, who is normally a student of the same nationality. A maximum
of 10 hours per semester is covered by HIM, additional hours are charged at CHF 10.- per hour.

Prog r ess Reports, Record of Achievement

2 progress reports per semester are given directly to students. Parents/agents may request to receive a copy by fax for a pre-paid cost of CHF 40.-/report.The
Record of Achievement is issued at the end of the semester and sent to the student on internship.

Internet
Students have free access to the internet in either the Internet Cafe, the internet computer room or by using the wireless internet access with the airport
modem.

Library
Students have free access to the Library. An experienced librarian is available to offer assistance.

Graduation & Final Qualification

At the end of the chosen academic programme, graduates, relatives and friends are invited to participate in the Award Ceremony.
5) Accommodation 7) Leisure
Rooms
Included in the fees is accommodation in Standard Double rooms. HIM also offers a range of more Facilities
exclusive rooms. All facilities as described in the brochure are
available to students.
Standard Rooms
• Located in “Europe” or “Miramonte” or in an annex building • Shared bathroom/shower/toilet. Sports clubs
Double Standard Room: included in fees Single Standard Room: + CHF 2.250.- Students can join any of the sports clubs which
include volleyball, soccer, basketball.
Deluxe Rooms
• Located in “Europe” or “Miramonte” or in an annex building • Bathroom/toilet.
Double Deluxe Room + CHF 1.700.- Single Deluxe Room + CHF 3.400.- Excursions
2 optional excursions per term are included in
Superior Deluxe Rooms the fees: One professional visit (visit to a hotel
• Located in “Europe” or “Miramonte” • View on Lake Geneva • Bathroom/toilet • TV, VCD, HiF i or a tradefair), one shopping/sightseeing coach
Double Superior Dlx Room + CHF 3.400.- Single Superior Dlx Room + CHF 4.500.- excursion.

Bedlinens/towels
In-house Parties
Bedlinens and towels are provided for all room categories. They are changed once per week by the
A number of in-house parties and activities are
housekeeping department.
organised by the Student Committee and often
sponsored by HIM. A special major event is the
Cleaning of rooms
“International Night”.
Rooms are cleaned once per week by the housekeeping department.

6) Meals 8) Insurance and Social

Assistance
Meals
All meals are included 7 days/week: 3 meals from Monday - Friday, Brunch and Dinner on weekends. Insurance
Students can choose either of the 3 HIM food outlets. Students are covered during the academic
term against illness and accident. Details of
“Lakeside” Cafeteria the in surance conditions are stated in the
The International Buffet Cafeteria in “Europe” serves a range of Western and, on occasions, Asian Student Handbook. Students keep this same
food. A salad buffet is also available. insurance during their internship and benefit
from a discounted monthly premium of app.
French Restaurant - “One5” CHF 110.-/month.
The French Training Restaurant in “Europe” serves traditional French food from an “A la Carte”
Menu. Social Assistance
Our student counsellor is available for any per-
“Garden Café” sonal or medical assistance required. For serious
The Self-Service Cafeteria in “Miramonte” serves a variety of international food. situations, she will arrange a doctor’s visit.

Special Diet
• For vegetarians, a special main course is available.
• For students who cannot eat pork or beef due to religious reasons, other choices will be available. 9) HIM Business Suit & Uniforms
The following suit/uniform is included for 1st
year and PGD students:

- 1 business suit (1 jacket plus 1 pair of trousers

or 1 skirt)

10) After Graduation Services &

Alumni
After Graduation
HIM prides itself on its graduate placement
services. HIM runs a fulltime Placement Office
which assists students to find opportunities for
employment after graduation.

Alumni
Membership to the HIM Alumni is included for
graduate students. Alumni events are organised
in many countries around the world.
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STEP 1: ENROLMENT FORM Fill in the enrolment form and send it together with the following
documents to our local representative or to HIM:

1) Transcript of your previous education;

2) TOEFL, IELTS or HIM English placement test results;
3) Work references if available;
4) 3 passport size pictures;
5) Copy of valid passport.

STEP 2: PROVISIONAL ACCEPTANCE
If your application is successful and the requested course is still
available, we will send the Provisional Acceptance within 1 week.
The deposit should then be paid within 4 weeks:
CHF 3.300.- if cancellation insurance is required
CHF 3.000.- if cancellation insurance is not required
If you receive the Provisional Acceptance 6 weeks or less prior
to the commencement date, full fees should be transferred im-
mediately. If the deposit is not paid on time, the course place
will no longer be guaranteed.

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deposit payment. This document is needed to apply for the Visa.

Important: The balance of your school fees must reach the

School’s accounts no later than 6 weeks before arrival. HIM is
usually fully booked and does not guarantee the course place
any longer if the payments are not received on time. Single,
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STEP 4: VISA APPLICATION For many countries outside Europe, it is necessary for the
student to make an application for an entry visa to Switzerland.
This procedure may take up to 8 weeks. Please check with the
local Swiss Embassy.

Conditions
Payments: Payments can be made by bank draft, payable in Swiss Francs to HIM, Hotel Institute Montreux or by telegraphic transfer to: Banque Can-
tonale Vaudoise, Case Postale 270, 1001 Lausanne, Switzerland. Account No: C 5008.84.67, IBAN Code: CH76 0076 7000 C500 8846 7,
Swift: BCVLCH2L.
Currency: Prices are given in Swiss Francs and payment should be made in this currency. Bank charges are not covered by HIM.
Cancellations: Cancellations will be accepted only up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the course by registered mail. Students may make one transfer of their
deposit or fees paid to another commencement date provided that a minimum of 8 weeks notice is given by registered mail. No refunds shall
be given if students choose to cancel their enrolments afterwards. For cancellations less than 8 weeks before course commencement, no
refund will be made under any circumstances. We recommend that you take out our insurance to cover cancellation or early termination due
to medical reasons or accident (max. coverage: CHF 10.000.-). The current cost of this insurance is CHF 300.- per term and must be paid at
the same time as your deposit. If a student’s visa is refused by the Swiss Immigration, HIM will refund the full amount received in CHF but
deduct an administrative charge of CHF 250.-. Refunds will be made 6 weeks after the commencement date concerned. The deposit is not
refunded in any case (only if visa is refused).
AH&LA: Students doing the 2 1/2 year programme have the option to take up the AH&LA Diploma for an additional cost of CHF 600.-.
Swiss Degree: The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree is awarded by Northwood University which is accredited by the Higher Learning Com-
mission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, one of the regional accrediting agencies for higher education in the United
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Northwood University’s BBA program at its campus in Switzerland, and this degree is formal recognition by HIM of the standards achieved
by BBA graduates.
Fees: Fees are reviewed yearly but can be subject to change at any time.
English Prep. The sponsored fees for the English foundation programme applies only for students who apply for a 1 to 4 year programme at HIM and only if
Programme: fees for the foundation programme are paid together with the fees for the 1st year of study. No refund will be given should a student change
her/his mind and not continue with the main programme. Should a student not reach the required level at entry date, she/he will continue
the English programme at the sponsored price.(Usual price: CHF 900.-, SEG sponsoring CHF 500.- per week = CHF 400.- per week charged
to students.)
Holidays: Each term includes 2 or 3 weeks holiday normally at the end of term or during Christmas. HIM is not responsible for providing accommoda-
tion outside in-school term time (18 weeks).
Expulsion: HIM reserves the right to expel any student for constant violation of rules and regulations or for drug use or vandalism.
Activities: HIM will not be held responsible for any extracurricular activities undertaken by students out of school-hours.
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Jurisdiction: Any dispute between HIM and the student will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Lausanne, Switzerland.
Other points: HIM reserves the right to alter dates, fees, curriculum or class hours without prior notice.
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Starting Dates: 1st February 2010, 6th September 2010

Fees for Tuition, Accommodation and Meals

Diploma, Higher Diploma Program CHF 24400.-

BBA Degree Program CHF 2 5400.-
MBA Degree Program (2 terms of 18 weeks. Price indicated per term. Starting Date: 6.9.2010) CHF 24650.-
Postgraduate Diploma Program CHF 2 5500.-

SEG Foundation/English Preparatory Program CHF 400.-*

(*price indicated per week, CHF 900.- minus SEG Sponsorship CHF 500.- = CHF 400.-)

Included in these fees: • Enrolment fees • Tuition • Accommodation in Double Standard Room • Fullboard 7 days/week in either
of the 3 food-outlets. These fees cover the expenses for 1 academic term.

During the internship term, no fees are due to the school, but a monthly gross salary of CHF 2.168.- to CHF 2.450.- less deduc-
tions for meals, accommodation, insurance, tax = CHF 1.168.- to CHF 1.450.- net, can be earned every month.

Additional Charges

For 1st year, PGD, BBA students, direct entries year 2, 3: CHF 3250.-
For 2nd/3rd year returning students: CHF 2550.-
MBA students (per term of 18 weeks): CHF 2300.-

Included in the additional charges: • Enrolment fees/documents • Introduction Week-End • Visitor Tax • Residence Permit • Books
• Max. 10 hours of Study Advisor (1st and 2nd year only) • Internship Services (1st year and PGD only) • Teaching Material •
Student Card • HIM Business Suit & Uniform (1st year and PGD students only) • 2 Sightseeing Excursions or Professional Visits
• Medical Insurance • Social Assistance from HIM Student Counsellor • Use of HIM Facilities including Library, Internet etc. •

Refundable Deposit

For all students CHF 1000.-

This deposit will be refunded several months after completion of the full programme, provided that none of the school
property has been damaged/misplaced by students.

SEG FOUNDATION/ENGLISH PREPARATORY PROGRAM

The partially-sponsored SEG Foundation Program is a great option to prepare yourself for the first year of study and to improve
your English. The usual fees for this program are CHF 900.-/week, however SEG, Swiss Education Group sponsors CHF 500.- if
you enrol for a 1 to 4 year program. These fees include tuition, accommodation (in double standard room), meals and all ad-
ditional charges. Duration: 4 - 16 weeks.

16 week program 21.09.09 3.5.10 CHF 6400.- 12 week program 19.10.0 9 7.6.1 0 CHF 4800.-

8 week program 16.11.09 5 .7.10 CHF 3200.- 4 week program 4 .1.10 2 .8.10 CHF 1600.-
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HIM, Hotel Institute Montreux
Av, des Alpes 15, 18
20 Montreux, Switzerland
Phone: 41 21 966 46 46, Fax: 41 21 6 94600
Email: him@
him.ch. Web: www.him.ch
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