International College of Hotel Management

International College of Hotel Management

Since being established in 1992 in partnership with the Swiss Hotel Association (SHA) and the South Australian Government; ICHM has produced graduates of the highest calibre that now work at all levels of management within the international hospitality industry. ICHM's unique "One Program, Two Degrees" course prepares you for a career in a wide variety of hospitality businesses. It also equips you with the necessary business acumen to work in a number of other professions outside the industry. The balance of theory and real industry placements provides graduates with a genuine advantage when competing for future employment.

During the academic semesters ICHM students are broadly informed about all aspects of the international hospitality industry, from a basic operational perspective right through to a senior management level within broader social, cultural and economic contexts.They are then provided with real industry placements within Australia or overseas that allow them to learn the industry first hand beyond the walls of their structured classes. This real world experience is invaluable in helping them understand the theoretical concepts they have learnt within a working environment; it also allows them to build significant industry networks.

ICHM graduates are working globally as supervisors and specialists right through to senior and general managers. A number also work outside the industry in areas such as marketing, IT, human resources and their own businesses.

Vision

ICHM will be the best hotel school in Australia, and one of the five best schools in the world.

Mission

We will recruit some of the best students and we will prepare them with the skills, knowledge and attitude that industry needs.

     

Values

• Professional (Knowledgeable, having the right attitude, industry-proficient)
• Culturally aware (able to understand and motivate both Australians and international students, guests, co-workers)
• Integrity (Honest, moral, hard-working, fair and principled
• Dedicated to student growth and development
• Quality (in delivery of course, in pastoral care, in administration, academic procedures, in preparing students for industry)

One Program, Two Degrees

The International College of Hotel Management (ICHM) prepares students for hotel management roles based on the acclaimed Swiss Hotel Association (SHA) model that stresses the importance of learning all aspects of the hotel industry.

As a student, you can choose to finish your studies after completing the Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management); or, go on to complete the more advanced Bachelor of International Hotel Management (Swiss Hotel Association). The second degree provides students with additional international management studies aimed at giving you a competitive industry advantage.Starting from an operational and basic business management perspective, the students knowledge base is built upon each year with new industry relevant concepts and business applications. By the time they complete the program they have obtained a comprehensive understanding of the international hotel environment, right through to a senior management level!Each year at ICHM is comprised of six months full time study, followed by a six month full time industry placement throughout Australia or even overseas!

Along with the formal academic study, these industry placements play a vital role in their education as well as their career development, providing a wealth of networking opportunities.By the time they graduate, ICHM Graduates can enjoy excellent career prospects with many obtaining highly sought after positions around the world.

Study in Adelaide

Perfect Environment

With just over 1.2 million people, Adelaide is South Australia’s capital and central hub for world-class restaurants, international cuisine, best wine and sports enthusiasts. Safe, friendly and easy to get around – Adelaide is small enough to provide an ideal living environment.

Entertainment & Fun

Adelaide is famous as the Festival City with its wide variety of cultural events. The city also serves up many never to be missed occasions and if you like the outdoors or just relaxing on the shore, then Adelaide’s wide stretch of sandy beaches will surely lure you.

Good, Stable Economy

Adelaide boosts a strong economy and is the home for many government and financial institutions. Most of these offices are situated throughout the city centre along the cultural boulevard of North Terrace and King William Street. Others are based in various districts of the metropolitan area.

World-Class Institutions

The education system is among the best in Australia. With more than 170 years of existence, Adelaide institutions have crafted a tradition of excellence; achieving top ranking international university listings and producing Nobel Prize winners.

Campus & Admissions Office

Address: Days Road
Regency Park SA 5010
Australia
Tel: (61 8) 8228 3636
Fax: (61 8) 8228 3684
Freecall: 1800 246 875 (Aust only)
Email: admissions@ichm.edu.au