Program Overview

Certificate in International Hotel and Tourism Operations

The Certificate in International Hotel and Tourism Operations is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge, practical skills, and competencies required for successful operational roles within the food and beverage areas of an international hotel and tourism organization.

Program Objectives

At the conclusion of the program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge, practical skills, and competencies required for successful operational roles within Food and Beverage areas of an international hotel and tourism organization.
• Understand the nature of tourism, the fundamentals of commercial hospitality enterprises, and the key financial issues.
• Use English language skills in an operational setting.
• Demonstrate information technology and study skills at the appropriate level.

Program Modules

The program consists of the following modules:

• Academic Writing (EAP I)
• Introduction to Hospitality Management
• Food and Beverage Service
• Art of Employability
• Tourism Studies & UAE Culture
• F&B Cost Control
• Information Technology
• Culinary Techniques (Practical & Theory)
• Personal Development I
• Hospitality Enterprise Project I

Benefits of Studying in Dubai

Dubai is a vibrant city with a variety of working opportunities. Being one of the world's leading tourism destinations, the UAE job market has shown rapid growth year over year. Receiving a world-famous Swiss hospitality education in Dubai will boost your future career.

Eligibility for Scholarship

During the enrollment process, a student is required to submit all past educational and working experiences along with the application form. Based on past academic achievements, the HTMi Switzerland Dubai Academic Board may decide to provide a scholarship of 10-20% off the tuition fee for the academic year. Apart from academic scholarships, HTMi Switzerland Dubai offers Industry scholarships and special rates for both UAE and Swiss Nationals.

Direct Entry to Second or Third Year

Yes, there is a possibility to enter directly into the second or third year of our programs. The decision on whether the applicant is eligible for direct entry will be taken by the HTMi Academic Board after reviewing submitted documents.

Career Options in the Hospitality Industry

The Hospitality Industry has several career options that do not necessarily require an extroverted personality. For example, there are departments in the back of the house where you could be working in support functions. Business Excellence, Accounting and Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Housekeeping, are just some of the departments that may be suitable for you.

Age Limit to Study at HTMi Switzerland Dubai

Students must be at least 17 years old to start studies in HTMi Switzerland Dubai, however if you are 16 years old, you can still apply and your enrollment date will be determined based on the next semester starting date and your date of birth.

Prior Education Requirements

You are eligible to enroll if you have successfully passed your High School Diploma. In case you have successfully passed the 10th standard, the Academic Board will review your application and you may be eligible for enrollment with a condition to complete selected foundation courses. If you don't have prior education, but you do have a number of years of professional industry experience, your profile can also be considered.

English Language Requirements

IELTS certificate is not compulsory for enrolling in our first-year programs. However, you will be required to pass a formal interview with the admissions team in order to ensure that your English knowledge is up to academic requirements. For direct entry to a higher-level program, we will consider applications after a formal interview.

Internship Placement

Yes, HTMi Switzerland Dubai guarantees paid internship placement within the UAE upon successful completion of the academic semester. Internship placement is coordinated by HTMi Switzerland Dubai's Career Center.

Preparation for Internship Interviews

HTMi Switzerland Dubai has a Career Center with the purpose of helping each and every student to find the right internship in the UAE. Regular workshops are conducted to develop your communication skills, and to help you overcome any difficulties. You will be given guidance to build your CV, your LinkedIn profile, and practice sessions are regularly held to demonstrate interview skills and increase your confidence.

Full-Time Job Opportunities

An internship of 20-24 weeks is a mandatory part of the academic program and cannot be skipped. However, you can secure a full-time job while on internship, and the employer can officially offer you a full-time job position (and relevant visa, etc), you may be eligible to accept the job offer and start your career upon the internship completion.

Job Opportunities After Completion of the Program

Depending on the level of program you have completed, you can secure various job opportunities in the hospitality industry.

Full-Time Placement After Graduation

80% of HTMi graduates secure their full-time job prior to graduation, and 95% of all graduates find a full-time job within the first 3 months after completing their studies.

Language Requirements to Work in UAE

UAE is famous for its diverse multi-cultural environment. The more languages you speak, the more opportunities will come on your career path. However, Arabic is not mandatory as English is the official business language in the UAE.

Visa Procedure

Once you have paid both your registration fee to secure your studies, and the first tuition payment with HTMi Switzerland Dubai, our enrollment team will submit your documents to the Dubai Immigration department. The entry permit is usually issued by them within 1-2 weeks. Once you arrive in Dubai, and during your orientation week with HTMi Switzerland Dubai, you will be required to go for a medical fitness test and biometric scan with the Government office. Once you pass the medical fitness test and the biometric scan, your student residence visa will be issued.

Health Insurance

Health insurance is mandatory in order to obtain your student visa. HTMi Switzerland Dubai provides a basic health insurance for the duration of your studies, however if you prefer to select your own health insurance you are free to do so, there are many competitive health insurance packages available in the UAE.