VET by EHL Hotel Programme

Hotel Professional Diploma

Diploma holders are able to demonstrate the competencies and knowledge
required to be fully operational in different functions of the Rooms Division
department, following the standards of a first-class hotel operation. Successful
graduates have the capacity to successfully work independently in the front-office
or housekeeping operations and are well-equipped to enter the industry and
reach a supervisory position in a short period of time. 3 specialization options are
possible at the Advanced level:
Hotel Administration, Hotel Communication and Hotel Rooms Division.

18 months – 3 Certificates – 1 Diploma

Programme Aims

Graduates of the Hotel Professional Diploma will be proficient in the following activities and will be distinguished by the following behaviours:

  • As hosts, they welcome guests according to an establishment’s guidelines, and they ensure that a hospitable customer experience is delivered.
  • They are aware of the importance of cleanliness, maintenance, and laundry work as well as organizational tasks, including logistics for all back-of-house activities.
  • They can effectively use a property management system. They can make reservations, perform check-ins and check-outs, establish billing and collect revenue.
  • They have mastered the principles of hygiene and occupational safety. They ensure that the value of premises, installations and appliances are preserved, and that energy and equipment are used economically.
  • They can prepare the food & beverage service, both in the daily service and for events, and can advise customers on appropriate beverages.

Available Courses

COURSE 1

Foundation Certificate

HOTEL PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

Benefits

Focused on Rooms and Service, learners will acquire the fundamental hospitality-based skills necessary for working in a hotel. A blend of guided practical workshops and on-the-job application will help ensure the learner is work-ready upon completion of the certificate.

Course Duration

  • 3 months on theory and applications on campus
  • 3 months internship

Courses

  • Laundry Operations
  • Introduction to Office Tools
  • Introduction to Front-Office
  • Introduction to Hospitality Operations
  • Housekeeping Operations
  • Mathematics Fundamentals
  • Food & Beverage basics
  • English Essentials
  • Hygiene & Occupational Health Practices

Training resources,
equipment and environment

  • Classrooms with multimedia equipment
  • Mock-up laundry
  • IT Application lab
  • Mock-up hotel room
  • Library and printing facilities
  • Internship hotel partner
  • Mock-up reception

Learning References

All the learning material has been created by the faculty of EHL with some textbooks used as reference. The material will be distributed digitally to the you via the learning management system.

Admission Requirements

  • Min 18 years old by the beginning of the module
  • Secondary school leaving certificate
  • Proof of English Language

Additional Information

Scheduling for on-campus studies
During the 3 months you will spend on campus in each module you will have to participate in the theory courses and applications which will run concurrently.

Having a full time job while studying at Columbia Hotel Academy
Our aim is to adapt the school schedule in order to allow our students to keep their job while studying at Columbia Hotel Academy

Diplomas & Certification
Vocational Education and Training by Ecole hoteliere de Lausanne globally recognized diploma

Jobs/Columbia Hotel Academy alumni
Once you become an C.H.A. alumni, you will have access to the winsedswiss talent platform which facilitates your connection with worldwide hospitality employers.

Internship
During the internship, you will work together with hospitality professionals following our guidelines that are correlated with the curriculum, in order to make sure you will spend time in all the relevant departments. You will be able to choose between our partner hotel and restaurants for your paid internship.

Assessments
Range of assessments to challenge and develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge. The assessments vary between:

  • written individual exams that take place online
  • practical exams
  • individual or group presentations

For Local Companies, training programme fees are subject to HRDA subsidization.

    Enquiry Form

    COURSE 2

    Intermediate Certificate

    HOTEL PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

    Benefits

    After having acquired the skills to operate independently in a hotel’s back-of-house, students will learn the skills necessary to be successful at the front-desk to welcome guests. A blend of guided practical workshops and on-the-job application in a hospitality setting will allow the learner to put into practice the knowledge, competencies, and skills they have acquired.

    Course Duration

    • 3 months on theory and applications on campus
    • 3 months internship

    Courses

    • Excel Fundamentals
    • Housekeeping operations 2
    • Customer Service Excellence
    • Goods Management & Environmental Practices
    • Basics of Culinary Arts
    • Rooms Division Operations
    • Front Office operations 1
    • Applied English

    Training resources,
    equipment and environment

    • Classrooms with multimedia equipment
    • Mock-up laundry
    • IT Application lab
    • Mock-up hotel room
    • Library and printing facilities
    • Internship hotel partner
    • Mock-up reception

    Learning References

    All the learning material has been created by the faculty of EHL with some textbooks used as reference. The material will be distributed digitally to the you via the learning management system

    Admission Requirements

    • Min 18 years old by the beginning of the module
    • Secondary school leaving certificate
    • Foundation Vocational Education and Training by Ecole hoteliere de Lausanne module or minimum 1 year of relevant experience
    • Proof of English Language

    Additional Information

    Scheduling for on-campus studies
    During the 3 months you will spend on campus in each module you will have to participate in the theory courses and applications which will run concurrently.

    Having a full time job while studying at Columbia Hotel Academy
    Our aim is to adapt the school schedule in order to allow our students to keep their job while studying at Columbia Hotel Academy

    Diplomas & Certification
    Vocational Education and Training by Ecole hoteliere de Lausanne globally recognized diploma

    Jobs/Columbia Hotel Academy alumni
    Once you become an C.H.A. alumni, you will have access to the winsedswiss talent platform which facilitates your connection with worldwide hospitality employers.

    Internship
    During the internship, you will work together with hospitality professionals following our guidelines that are correlated with the curriculum, in order to make sure you will spend time in all the relevant departments. You will be able to choose between our partner hotel and restaurants for your paid internship.

    Assessments
    Range of assessments to challenge and develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge. The assessments vary between:

    • written individual exams that take place online
    • practical exams
    • individual or group presentations

    For Local Companies, training programme fees are subject to HRDA subsidization.

      Enquiry Form

      COURSE 3

      Advanced Certificate

      HOTEL PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

      Benefits

      After a full year of experience, the advanced certificate delivers the competencies needed for the learner to take on a supervisory role within a hotel.

      Course Duration

      • 3 months on theory and applications on campus
      • 3 months internship

      Courses

      • People Training and Development
      • Front Office Operations 2
      • Cultural Awareness
      • The Art Of Butler Service
      • Hotel Trends & Innovation
      • Business English
      • F&B Pop-up Concept Creation

      Training resources,
      equipment and environment

      • Classrooms with multimedia equipment
      • Mock-up laundry
      • IT Application lab
      • Mock-up hotel room
      • Library and printing facilities
      • Internship hotel partner
      • Mock-up reception

      Learning References

      All the learning material has been created by the faculty of EHL with some textbooks used as reference. The material will be distributed digitally to the you via the learning management system.

      Admission Requirements

      • Min 18 years old by the beginning of the module
      • Secondary school leaving certificate
      • Foundation Vocational Education and Training by Ecole hoteliere de Lausanne module or minimum 5 years of relevant experience
      • Proof of English Language

      Additional Information

      Scheduling for on-campus studies
      During the 3 months you will spend on campus in each module you will have to participate in the theory courses and applications which will run concurrently.

      Having a full time job while studying at Columbia Hotel Academy
      Our aim is to adapt the school schedule in order to allow our students to keep their job while studying at Columbia Hotel Academy

      Diplomas & Certification
      Vocational Education and Training by Ecole hoteliere de Lausanne globally recognized diploma

      Jobs/Columbia Hotel Academy alumni
      Once you become an C.H.A. alumni, you will have access to the winsedswiss talent platform which facilitates your connection with worldwide hospitality employers.

      Internship
      During the internship, you will work together with hospitality professionals following our guidelines that are correlated with the curriculum, in order to make sure you will spend time in all the relevant departments. You will be able to choose between our partner hotel and restaurants for your paid internship.

      Assessments
      Range of assessments to challenge and develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge. The assessments vary between:

      • written individual exams that take place online
      • practical exams
      • individual or group presentations

      For Local Companies, training programme fees are subject to HRDA subsidization.

        Enquiry Form

        COURSE 4

        Advanced Certificate

        HOTEL PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

        SPECIALIZATIONS

        1 – Hotel Communications Specialization

        This specialization focuses on marketing and communication tools designed to attract customers in a hospitality environment. To complete the programme, the skills learned will be reinforced by guided practical workshops and on-the-job application.

        Courses

        • Hotel Sales and Marketing
        • Principles of Marketing and Communication
        • Digital Marketing Foundamentals

        2 – Hotel Rooms Division Specialization

        This specialization focuses on the supervisory elements of Housekeeping and Front-Office Departments. To complete the programme, the skills learned will be reinforced by guided practical workshops and on-the-job application.

        Courses

        • Principles of Hospitality Marketing
        • Purchasing & Inventory Systems
        • Rooms Administration Principles

        3 – Hotel Administration Specialization

        This specialization focuses on administration duties carried out by the management team of a hotel, including the basics of accounting and an introduction to law. The knowledge acquired will be reinforced by guided practical workshops and on-the-job application.

        Courses

        • Principles of Accounting and Budgeting
        • Hospitality Administration and Law
        • Principles of Hospitality Marketing

        Additional Information

        Scheduling for on-campus studies
        During the 3 months you will spend on campus in each module you will have to participate in the theory courses and applications which will run concurrently.

        Having a full time job while studying at Columbia Hotel Academy
        Our aim is to adapt the school schedule in order to allow our students to keep their job while studying at Columbia Hotel Academy

        Diplomas & Certification
        Vocational Education and Training by Ecole hoteliere de Lausanne globally recognized diploma

        Jobs/Columbia Hotel Academy alumni
        Once you become an C.H.A. alumni, you will have access to the winsedswiss talent platform which facilitates your connection with worldwide hospitality employers.

        Internship
        During the internship, you will work together with hospitality professionals following our guidelines that are correlated with the curriculum, in order to make sure you will spend time in all the relevant departments. You will be able to choose between our partner hotel and restaurants for your paid internship.

        Assessments
        Range of assessments to challenge and develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge. The assessments vary between:

        • written individual exams that take place online
        • practical exams
        • individual or group presentations

        For Local Companies, training programme fees are subject to HRDA subsidization.

          Enquiry Form