International Management Institute Switzerland (IMI)

What makes IMI distinctive?

Unlike many large hospitality schools, IMI intentionally remains a small institution, with approximately 200–220 students per semester. This allows for small class sizes, close relationships between students and faculty, and highly personalised academic support. The school's family atmosphere is one of its defining characteristics.

A key advantage of IMI is its strong emphasis on paid professional internships. Students complete internships throughout their studies, gaining practical experience in Switzerland and internationally while building valuable industry connections.

Academic programmes

IMI offers programmes in:

• International Hospitality Business Management

• International Business Management

• International Culinary Management

• Hospitality Leadership

• Foundation and Certificate programmes

• Graduate Diplomas

• MSc in International Hospitality Business Management

All undergraduate programmes include paid internships as an integral part of the curriculum, combining academic learning with real industry experience.

Language of instruction

All degree programmes are taught entirely in English. Students also have the opportunity to study French or German as additional languages, helping them prepare for careers in the Swiss and international hospitality industries. (Top Universities)

Student community

IMI welcomes students from more than 50 nationalities, creating a close-knit international community. The lakeside campus offers a safe and inspiring environment, combining Swiss quality of life with a truly global educational experience.

International recognition

IMI degrees are validated by Manchester Metropolitan University (United Kingdom), allowing graduates to receive internationally recognised UK qualifications alongside their IMI studies. The school also holds several international quality accreditations and certifications, including BAC, eduQua and the Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality (CTH).

According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, IMI is among the Top 20 hospitality management education providers worldwide.

Careers

Graduates pursue careers in:

• Luxury hotels and resorts

• International hospitality companies

• Tourism and destination management

• Culinary arts

• Food & Beverage management

• Event management

• Entrepreneurship

• International business

Many graduates begin their careers with leading hotel groups such as Marriott, Hilton, Four Seasons, Kempinski and Hyatt after completing their internships.

Why choose IMI?

• More than 30 years of Swiss hospitality education

• Beautiful campus on the shores of Lake Lucerne

• Small classes and highly personalised teaching

• Paid internships throughout the programme

• UK-accredited degrees validated by Manchester Metropolitan University

• International student community

• Strong graduate employability and industry connections