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Les Roches at a glance!
We say that “Les Roches is not just a school it is a way of life!” because Les Roches offers a rich array of resources for academic progression, professional development and international networking.
Here are 10 reasons why Les Roches stays among the top-ranking hotel schools in the world.
1 Swiss Hospitality Education
Switzerland is the birthplace of hospitality management education with a unique methodology that emphasizes rigor and quality assurance. Les Roches embraces those traditions, and integrates new trends to prepare students for and international career in the service industries.
2 Reputation
In a global survey of 5-star hotel hiring managers, Les Roches was ranked number 3 among all international hospitality management schools for an international career. Statistically, three institutes occupy this ranking position. (TNS Global Survey, September 2013).
3 Accreditation
Les Roches is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), one of only six regional associations recognized by the Department of Education of the United States of America.
4 Industry Connections
Every semester, more than 30 international hotel chains and independent companies come to interview and recruit our students. Key faculty members and our industry advisory board keep us up to speed on the latest trends.
5 Balanced Curriculum
Les Roches offers hospitality-focused undergraduate and postgraduate programs that combine hands-on learning and internship experiences with management theory. This approach allows students to apply theoretical knowledge in the professional settings of hotels, restaurants and other facilities. For a more experienced hospitality student, the MBA curriculum covers strategic management skills and leadership with a focus on case-studies and applied theory.
6 The “Les Roches Way of Life”
Every year, Les Roches educates and facilitates internships for nearly 1,400 students. On campus, our students from more than 90 countries learn, live, work and have fun together in events and excursions like one big family.
7 Campus and Facilities
In a village-style campus in the Swiss Alps, Les Roches provides students with modern accommodations, state-of-the-art educational facilities and access to a variety of sports facilities. Our campus is located between Crans-Montana and Sierre, where students have easy access to shopping, restaurants, cultural events, and excellent public transportation. Take the virtual tour or see the live webcam!
8 Experienced Faculty
Les Roches students benefit from the mentorship of an international and experienced faculty. All members have the required credentials for teaching their course, in accordance with our valued accreditation. The School Board and Industry Advisors ensure that the curriculum is reviewed, enforced and up-to-date about new trends coming from the industry.
9 Alumni Network
Graduating students become life-long members of the Les Roches Alumni Association. This membership gives access to an official website, exclusive job opportunities and a strong social network with the members working in 115 countries around world.
Les Roches is using the latest social media and networking tools to make sure our students, Alumni, sponsors, and partners stay connected with the “Les Roches family” year round in our online community.
10 Global Campuses and Partnerships
As part of Laureate International Universities, Les Roches offers students a unique international platform for their studies. With branch campuses and partner schools in Spain, China, Australia and Jordan, Les Roches students can easily spend a semester abroad.
In a global survey of 5-star hotel hiring managers, Les Roches was ranked number 2 among all international hospitality management schools for an international career. Statistically, three institutes occupy this ranking position. (TNS Global Survey, September 2010).
Top 10 International Hospitality Management Schools in the World for an International Career.
Based on frequency of school selection by hospitality industry hiring managers from 5-star hotels.
Sample Size = 181 respondents
| Institution | Country | |
| 1 | Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne | Switzerland |
| 2 | Les Roches International School of Hotel Management, Bluche | Switzerland |
| 2 | Glion Institute of Higher Education, Glion & Bulle | Switzerland |
| 2 | Cornell University | USA |
| 5 | Hotelschool The Hague | Netherlands |
| 6 | Les Roches International School of Hotel Management, Marbella | Spain |
| 7 | Hotel School Vatel | France |
| 8 | Oxford Brookes University | United Kingdom |
| 9 | Cesar Ritz Colleges, Le Bouveret, Brig | Switzerland |
| 10 | Ecole Hoteliere de Geneve | Switzerland |
* Les Roches International School of Hotel Management, Glion Institute of Higher Education and Cornell University are tied for second position.
| Diploma | Diploma in hotel management（3 years） |
|---|---|
| BBA |
Bachelor of Business Administration（3.5 years） Specialization: : Entrepreneurship : Finance : Marketing : Innovation and Sustainability : Culinary Business Management : Event Management : Spa and Health Management : Global Hospitality Management |
| MBA |
Master of Business Administration（1 year） Specialization: Finance : Marketing |
| MSc | Master of Science in Hospitality Leadership (1 year) |
| POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS |
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA in International Hospitality Administration（1.5 years） POSTGRADUATE HIGHER DIPLOMA in International Hospitality Management（2 years） |
| English Course | Intensive English Language Program（6 months） |
Admission requirements & Fees
Diploma Hotel Management：
Education - Applicants must hold a High School Diploma
English Qualification - If you are not a native English speaker, or if you have not spent the last 3 years in an English-taught school, please enclose one of the following:
TOEFL: 500（PBT）/ 61（iBT）, Cambridge First Certificate Exam（FCE）: Grade C, IELTS : 5.0
Total Fees: 105,060 CHF（Include Tuition, Room, Full Board, Books, and Health insurance）
BBA：
Education - Applicants must hold a High School Diploma
English Qualification - TOEFL: 500（PBT）/ 61（iBT）, Cambridge First Certificate Exam（FCE）: Grade C, IELTS : 5.0
Total Fees: 169,210CHF（Include Tuition, Room, Full Board, Books, and Health insurance）
BBA：Global Hospitality Management
Education - Applicants must hold a High School Diploma
English Qualification - TOEFL: 500（PBT）/ 61（iBT）, Cambridge First Certificate Exam（FCE）: Grade C, IELTS : 5.0
Total Fees: 105,445 CHF（Include Tuition, Room, Full Board, Books, and Health insurance）
Postgraduate Program：
Education or Experience - Applicants must hold a Bachelor Degree OR have three years of documented work experience at an appropriate level.
English Qualification - TOEFL: 500（PBT）/ 61（iBT）, Cambridge First Certificate Exam（FCE）: Grade C, IELTS : 5.0
Diploma / Total Fees: 61,510CHF（Include Tuition, Room, Full Board, Books, and Health insurance）
MBA：
Education - Applicants must hold a Bachelor Degree from an accredited Institution of higher learning in any field.
English Qualification - TOEFL: 550（PBT）/ 80（iBT）, Cambridge First Certificate Exam（FCE）: Grade A, IELTS : 5.5
Total Fees: 68,100 CHF（Include Tuition, Room, Full Board, Books, and Health insurance）
MSc：
Education - Applicants must hold an accredited Bachelor Degree (preferably in Hospitality, Tourism, Event Management or a BBA)
English Qualification - TOEFL: 550（PBT）/ 80（iBT）, Cambridge First Certificate Exam（FCE）: Grade A, IELTS : 5.5 Total Fees: 63,300 CHF Include Tuition, Room, Full Board, Books, and Health insurance）
Intensive English Language Program：
English level: TOEFL 400 or equivalent
Total Fees: 17,750 CHF（Include Tuition, Room, Full Board, Books, and Health insurance）
January and July
New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC) through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - STATE OF VALAIS
In 2002, the Education Department of the Canton of Valais recognized Les Roches as having degree-awarding status. This was a major step in the school’s position within the Swiss Education system.
The following agencies also recognize the school:
- Council on Hotel Restaurant and Institutional Education（CHRIE - USA）and EUROCHRIE（Europe）
- International Association of Hospitality Management Schools（IAHMS）
- Association of Swiss Chefs
- Association of Directors of Hotel Schools（EUHOFA）
- The Leading Hotel Schools in Europe（EURHODIP）
- European Council on International Schools（ECIS）
- Swiss Association of Maitres d’Hotel
- International Hotel & Restaurant Association
In Les Roches, you will be exposed to a variety of internship opportunities from your first week on campus:
- Internship Fair: presented by returning students during the first week
- The CDIP publishes internship offers: average 3 offers per student
- Company Visits: 20-30 per semester with presentations and interviews
| 1954 | Ecole des Roches’ was founded by Messrs Marcel and Jean-Pierre Clivaz. |
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| 1979 | As a result of the prevailing worldwide economic conditions and a growing demand abroad, Les Roches International School became “Les Roches” Hotel and Tourism School with instruction in English. |
| 1986 | On June 21, 1986, a management contract was signed between Gesthotel SA, and the Swiss Hotel Association - which is recognized by the Swiss Federal Department of Economics. The School was approved by the Swiss Hotel Association, under the name of: SWISS HOTEL ASSOCIATION HOTEL MANAGEMENT SCHOOL LES ROCHES. The name was changed in 2007 to LES ROCHES INTERNATIONAL HOTEL MANAGEMENT SCHOOL |
| 2000 | The School was acquired by the Sylvan International Universities, a branch of Sylvan Learning Systems, USA. Sylvan became Laureate Education Inc. on 17th of May 2004. |
| 2003 | Les Roches and Glion Institute of Higher Education became part of a system working together using shared services which provide a superior university experience for full-time and working-adult students worldwide through its leading international network of accredited campus-based and online universities. |
| 2005 | Les Roches accredited by New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc |
| 2007 |
Les Roches changed its name from Les Roches Swiss Hotel Association School of Hotel Management to “Les Roches International School of Hotel Management” to better reflect its global student body and educational approach. Les Roches ranked among the top hospitality management schools worldwide. In a global survey of 5-star hotel hiring managers, Les Roches was ranked number 3 among all international hospitality management schools for an international career. Statistically, three institutes occupy this ranking position.（TNS Global Survey, September 2007）. |
| 2010 |
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| Today… | Today Les Roches is building a sophisticated, international platform for hospitality education in the world, with campuses in Switzerland（Bluche / Crans-Montana）, China（Shanghai）, Spain（Marbella） and Jordan（Amman）. |
Les Roches is within a short traveling distance of France, Italy, Austria and Germany, providing an array of weekend destinations. The renowned Swiss railway network links into Geneva Airport, placing most of Europe within easy reach. Swiss has well Transportation systems, so student can live without car.
Les Roches sets the trend in creating global hospitality graduates!
Studying in two international locations during your bachelor degree is an excellent way to prepare yourself for the hospitality industry. The Les Roches network will offer you the opportunity to discover new educational atmospheres and hospitality cultures through one of the following branch campuses and associated institutions.
- Les Roches International School of Hotel Management Marbella - Spain
- Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School - Australia
- Les Roches Jin Jiang International Hotel Management College, Shanghai（LRJJ）
- Royal Academy of Culinary Arts - Jordan
Depending on your program, you may stay abroad for six months for one academic semester, to a year if you complete an additional internship. These options are designed to give students the best of all worlds: the chance to reach out and gain a larger perspective, within the security of an academic structure where the courses and processes are organized for best results.
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