Why Graduate at IMI
International Management Institute attracts ambitious students through its blend of hands-on learning and solid theory. Graduates earn dual credentials—a Swiss Graduate Diploma alongside a British Master’s degree accredited by Manchester Metropolitan University. This postgraduate qualification holds equal weight with employers as a traditional Master’s, opening pathways to management roles worldwide. What sets the experience apart is access to paid internships in Switzerland or abroad, which often becomes transformative for those entering the field.
Graduate Diploma in Hospitality
The Graduate Diploma – Hospitality at International Management Institute Switzerland suits those wanting to immerse themselves in hospitality within six months, whether starting fresh or refining existing knowledge. After 22 weeks of intensive coursework—covering everything from F&B Service to Project Management—students embark on a six-month internship paying up to 2,400 CHF monthly. The curriculum balances theory with industry realities, from financial reporting to leading multinational teams, while its flexible structure allows participants to work alongside their studies.
Culinary Arts at International Management Institute
Graduate Diploma – Culinary Arts merges business fundamentals with hands-on training in professional kitchens. Students master culinary basics and molecular gastronomy before developing restaurant concepts under Michelin-experienced chefs. What distinguishes this path is its equilibrium: aspiring restaurateurs learn both to craft exceptional dishes and calculate their profitability, curate wine selections, and oversee supply chains. Internships at establishments like Luxury Palace Hotels provide the finishing touch, shaping graduates into versatile professionals.
Master of Science—Hospitality Management
For driven managers, the MSc Degree – Hospitality Management offers a nine-month route to advance their careers. Focusing on Digital Marketing and Asset Management, it prepares students for an industry where hotels require fluency in both digital innovation and classic service. Participants can complete up to 12 months of paid internship at International Management Institute Switzerland, with many receiving job offers before finishing. The capstone project—whether research or business case—addresses real challenges facing hotels or chains.
