The educational goals of ITM aim to give students a solid foundation in management skills pertaining especially to the hospitality and tourism industries. Students are taught to develop marketing and communication abilities as well as being thoroughly trained in guest relations, service, and cuisine. Furthermore, ITM encourages students to enhance their language competency while learning to understand the importance of multicultural aspects.
| 1st year (Oct. - May) | 3 months | 2nd year (Oct. - May) |
| Principle education in hotel management and tourism including kitchen and food and beverage management and applied management | Practical training internship in hospitality related enterprises | Advanced courses in sales, marketing, controlling, restaurant mgmt., executive mgmt., and human resource mgmt. |
Since English is the medium of instruction, an excellent knowledge both in reading and writing is required.
Course starts at the beginning of October and lasts until the end of May. Holidays are scheduled according to the Czech school system. All Saturdays and Sundays are free, with the exception of special lectures or seminars.
A practical training internship of 12 weeks is required of all students between the 1st and 2nd year. This summer training program may be done in a hotel, restaurant, travel agency or other approved tourism related establishment in the Czech Republic or abroad. As there is a 4-month period between the 1st and 2nd year the student may extend the training period for the full four months. Students are urged to directly apply for jobs on their own, should a student have difficulty, ITM will endeavor to provide them with addresses.
ITM is officially recognized as a post-secondary educational institution by the Austrian Ministry of Education. Students completing the 2-Year program will be awarded an official state diploma certifying competency in the areas of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management.
Our lecturers are highly qualified experts in the field of hospitality management and tourism. Their practical experience is ideally combined with business management theory to offer students the knowledge and information essential for a successful career. In order to provide students with an all-around education lecturers are recruited from four specific areas:
Training centers in the famous Czech Hotels are equipped with the latest technical facilities. Modern computer laboratories, audio visual equipment in all classrooms and first-class kitchen and dining room facilities guarantee students a most educational hands-on experience.
The decision of a student's acceptance is decided upon by an Admission's Board and is based on a student's high school diploma, baccalaureate, or the equivalent. Individuals with and excellent professional background are also encouraged to apply. Before a student is accepted he/she will be invited to an interview with the Director (or entrance examination). The decision of acceptance is based on appearance, academic background, and character traits. If a student cannot attend an interview (entrance examination), the decision of acceptance will be based primarily on academic background. After the interview (examination) the individual will be informed within two weeks about the results. Should acceptance not be possible due to space availability - individuals will have the choice of being put on a waiting list.