César Ritz Colleges

Part of the Swiss Education Group, César Ritz Colleges Switzerland has contributed to excellence in international hotel management tourism. Cesar Ritz Colleges is an international leader in hospitality education, offering a wide variety of academic programs at different levels. The possibilities of transfer between colleges emphasize that there is a totally different approach, also offering students the opportunity to work in the hotel industry through internships organized during the school term.

An important role in Swiss professional tradition combined with American management methods, is that the university reunites international educational concepts in all programs offered; also launch shuttle program founded in 1985 in cooperation with Washington State University, it led to the implementation of university programs. This collaboration was expanded to other universities, over time. Cesar Ritz Colleges offers students opportunities for both career and personal development; future career oriented environment, blending academic and professional development. Training takes place in classes with 15-20 students, which highlights the personal approach for each student. By driving program, all students will receive training on career essential social, professional, academic. Students can study a semester in another country, which offers the opportunity to experience life and study in another country, important component in education.

Combined degree program in collaboration with Washington State University

César Ritz Colleges is in partnership with Washington State University in Pullman, WA, USA, offering a program of study that combines European art in the hotel with the knowledge of American business. The program is based on two components: a Swiss Diploma in Hotel Management and a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Administration. WSU Hotel - Restaurant and Administration program is part of the College of Business and Economics and is fully accredited by the prestigious American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business. This combination of business programs and abilities of Swiss hotel, prepares students to meet the expectations of top global organizations in the hotel. Graduates of university program can enroll in accelerated MBA program lasting one year (AACSB accredited), taking place in Washington State University.

Swiss Education Group offers training in hospitality at the highest level in Switzerland in the 7 camps that house more than 6,500 students. Educational values of the group are based on the excellent Swiss hospitality tradition and focuses on the practical aspects of hotel management. This philosophy is applied equally in all schools group:

• César Ritz Colleges Switzerland
• Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland
• Hotel Institute Montreux (HIM)
• School of Hotel Management (IHTTI)
• Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS)

Why choose SEG?

1. The unique combination of top academic programs accredited universities in UK and USA
2. Practical balance between academic and practical experience
3. Specific programs developed and offered in partnership with leading partners in the hotel industry
4. Practice and employment opportunities offered through International Forum Recruitement
5. Significant exposure to partnerships with key stakeholders card in the industry
6. Extended alumni network, connecting up to 20 000 graduates worldwide
7. The exceptional quality of life, including social and sports activities, locally and internationally
8. Cultural diversity

Every semester, Swiss Education Group organizes International Recruitment Forum, an event dedicated exclusively to SEG students, within which you have the opportunity to meet leaders in hospitality. At the previous edition of the fair, 180 recruiters attended and there were over 2,700 interviews over two days after which students have obtained position full time, management, internships, training for management positions or training within corporations. Over 60 companies will provide access to jobs in hotel groups or luxury hotels, catering and event management companies, airlines or amusement parks. Participating employers worldwide, highlights the reputation and recognition of which students and graduates at SEG can enjoy. All students who choose a graduate program license over 3 years have two internships at international level. These internships are a fundamental part of the academic program offering students the opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional environment.

Swiss Education Group has partnerships with the largest hotel chains in the world, where tis students do their internships during studies. Also, universities support the continued development of these fields worldwide, and young people who want to study at one of the universities of the group and their parents manage or own at least one hotel unit can receive 20% discount off all tuition. Also, a 10% discount applies to young people whose parents manage or own a business in hospitality (restaurants, travel agencies, small hotels, casinos, etc.). For more information, talk to an IntegralEdu consultant.

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