ABOUT US

INTRODUCTION

IMPERIAL International Hospitality Management College (IIHC) is the FIRST and ONLY Hotel School in Vietnam that provides 100% training in a 5-star international standard hotel complex. With this unique advantage, IIHC helps students to be trained in practical and management skills according to standardized operating procedures for each position at the 5-star IMPERIAL Hotel, Vung Tau. 

The program is co-designed by Niagara University, New York, USA, and highly experienced experts in leading 5-star hotels. The program is quality-controlled and accredited by NCFE - the UK's third-biggest technical and vocational awarding organization with more than 170 years of history. 

IIHC is the model chosen to accompany the Vietnam Tourism Education Association - VITEA (belonging to the Vietnam Tourism Association - VITA) in the project "Urgent solution to supply international quality human resources for the hotel management industry" in order to provide human resources of international quality with global competitive value. Students must meet the required practical and management skills, be confident to work on the first day and be ready for the opportunity for a quick promotion at international 4-5* hotels.

SMART WAY TO

INTERNATIONAL
HOSPITALITY
EDUCATION

The beginning of

a sustainable future

at the first and only 5-Star International

HOTEL SCHOOL

in Vietnam

VISION & MISSION

To become a prestigious international training brand trusted by the world's leading hotel managers 

Mr. Paul Stoll

CEO of IMPERIAL Hospitality Group
President of IIHC’s Board of Professionals

FACTS & FIGURES

IIHC is the first and only 5-star International Hospitality College in Vietnam. The program is co-designed by Niagara University, New York, USA and highly experienced experts of leading 5-star hotels. The program is quality-controlled and accredited by NCFE - the UK's third-biggest technical and vocational awarding organization with more than 170 years of history.

International

Students will gain knowledge and experience working in a 5-star hotel that meets international standards at IIHC. They will also receive an award from NCFE-UK that can be transferred to the top universities in the world.

Practical

As the first and only 5-star hotel school in Vietnam, students will study 100% of the time in a 5-star hotel & resort with 70% practical training in professional and management skills. 

Economical

The on-site study abroad model at IIHC helps students shorten training time and their journey to becoming an international 4-5* hotel manager, and especially transfer significantly accelerate up to the world's top universities with less cost/effectiveness than studying full-time abroad.

BOARD OF PROFESSIONALS & QUALITY ASSURANCE

The Board of Professionals & Board of Assurance at IIHC included highly experienced international & Vietnamese leading hospitality experts.

MR. PAUL STOLL - GERMAN

CEO OF THE IMPERIAL HOSPITALITY GROUP
PRESIDENT OF IIHC’S BOARD OF PROFESSIONALS

More than 40 years working with prestigious hotel brands in Europe, Middle East, and Asia. Founder of the World Heritage Road Central Vietnam, and initiator of various tourism development projects in Vietnam.

PROF. ROBERT GREENWOOD - BRITISH

CHANCELLOR OF IIHC

Prof. Robert has over 40 years experience working in Higher Education during which he successfully established Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degree program in Hong Kong, Vietnam, China, Malaysia, Singapore, Zimbabwe and Zambia with different UK Universities. He has also contributed to World Bank Projects in Turkey and DFID Projects in Europe.

MRS. LE ANH THO - VIETNAMESE 

MEMBER OF IIHC'S BOARD OF PROFESSIONALS.

Ms Le Anh Tho worked at the C.E.O of two high-end brands under PNJ Group, PNJ Watch and CAO Fine Jewelry. She has 11 years of experience as Director of Revenue Management & Director of Front Office at Sofitel Plaza Hotel and Caravelle Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City; 7 years of experience as Senior Director at British Council - UK; C.E.O at Mathnasium of the United States and is currently a member of the IIHC's Board of Professionals.


 

GOVERNANCE

As a pioneer in developing international quality human resources, IIHC is honored to be a companion of the Vietnam Tourism Association (VITA) and the Vietnam Tourism Education Association (VITEA) in quality human resources development to meet the needs of international competition.

Short-term courses aligned with international standards and leading to globally recognized certifications offer an urgent solution for developing a high-quality workforce in Vietnam's hospitality industry. These programs serve two key goals: first, to equip workers with practical skills that meet international standards, enabling them to immediately enter the hospitality labor market; and second, to provide qualified professionals from other industries with an opportunity to transition into the hospitality sector. This approach ensures a skilled workforce that supports the growth and development of Vietnam's tourism industry.


VITA

The Vietnam Tourism Association is a non-governmental organization of Vietnamese businesses, economic organizations, and citizens legally operating in the tourism field. The Vietnam Tourism Association operates nationwide and abroad by the law of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Tourism Law (amended) promulgated by the National Assembly on June 19, 2017, and the Association's Charter. .

VITEA

VITAE: This is a specialized association, under the Vietnam Tourism Association, including universities, colleges, vocational education institutions, research agencies, businesses, organizations, and Vietnamese citizens that operate legally in the fields of research, training, and tourism business. The Association's purpose is to connect, cooperate and support the members to develop tourism training activities; connect schools with businesses; and enterprises, actively participate in training; and contribute to improving the quality of tourism human resources.

ACCREDITATIONS & PARTNERS


NCFE - the third biggest technical and vocational awarding organization in the UK with a history of more than 170 years. NCFE certify for more than 340,000 international learners from more than 2,000 colleges and universities worldwide. It is evidence of the value of this diploma.

NCFE qualifications are recognized by universities in the UK and universities in other countries using the same UK assessment system.


NCFE has assessed and awarded Advanced Diploma Level 5 for Hotel Management program (2 years) of IIHC with 03 majors:

  • Hotel Operations Management

  • Restaurant & Event Management

  • Hotel Business Management

NCFE has assessed and awarded Practical Diploma Level 3 for Hotel Management program (16 weeks) of IIHC with 03 majors:

  • Room Division Management

  • Restaurant & Event Management

  • Hotel Business Management


Leeds Beckett University has almost 200 years of history of construction and development. Leeds Beckett is a university of a student community from 153 countries and territories across the world with modern facilities and is investing an additional 200 million pounds over the next 06 years. Hundreds of courses at Leeds are recognised by prestigious accreditation organizations in the UK:

https://www.gov.uk/check-university-award-degree/recognised-bodies.

The School of Events, Tourism and Hospitality Management is ranked in the top 50 Global Best Universities in the 2020 Academic World University Rankings. In addition, the university is also rated 5 stars for the categories of Teaching, Staff, Online Teaching and ranking of subjects according to the 2021 rankings of QS ranking:

https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/-/media/files/News/LBU-Roadmap-21.pdf

The university currently offers 140 undergraduate courses and more than 200 master's courses. The university welcomes more than 1,500 international students from different countries each year. With 3,100 staff in the operating system of Leeds, it ensures the highest quality of learning and teaching there.

LBU's philosophy is to inspire future Hospitality leaders to change their practices, think critically, and confidently implement their ideas. LBU will help students have innovative and forward-thinking ways to manage complex businesses effectively and grow these businesses with strategic thinking.

IIHC has achieved program recognition and a cooperation agreement in training by Leeds Beckett University (UK). Accordingly, Leeds Beckett University recognises IIHC’s academic results and 2-year Advance Diploma Level 5 NCFE diploma and accepts IIHC students to transfer for one more year to get a university degree in the UK. 

To have more favourable conditions for Vietnamese students, Leeds Beckett University has also agreed to cooperate more deeply to implement the final year university program in Vietnam for IIHC students. They will have a chance to study for a Master's or Doctoral program in their country or abroad in the future as well

Hotel Institute Montreux (HIM) is under Swiss Education Group (SEG) - network of leading Swiss hotel management schools. SEG is the largest private educator in Switzerland. They currently operate 4 of the world’s top hospitality schools and have more than 6,000 students enrolled in their courses. Each school in their system has a different education orientation, but they share international experiences and the excellent value of Swiss education. All schools offer Undergraduate and Master's programs, providing diverse internship opportunities at the world's leading corporations. With nearly 40 years experience in hospitality, business, and culinary arts education, SEG  is committed to delivering world-class education that equips our students with the critical thinking and practical business skills that are most needed in the hospitality industry and beyond.

HIM is affiliated with Northwood University, the leading management university in the United States. Hotel Institute Montreux has built an excellent reputation worldwide for providing modern, outstanding-quality hotel management programs. HIM ranks 7th in the Best Hospitality Schools in the World (QS ranking), 5th in the Hospitality Schools for Employer Reputation (QS ranking), and 9th in the Hospitality Schools for Academic Reputation (QS ranking).


Niagara University (NU) was founded in 1856, located near the famous Niagara Falls in the state of New York, United States.

The Hospitality and Tourism Management Faculty of NU offers the world's first bachelor's degree program in tourism - one of the 20 best hospitality and tourism training programs in the US. NU is also one of the founding members of the Leading Hotel Schools of the World Association (Hotel Schools of Distinction)

This is the first of seven universities in the tourism industry in the United States to have received ACPH certification, and is also one of the founding members of the Leading Hotel Schools of the World Association (Hotel Schools of Distinction).

Niagara University is a consulting partner in developing IIHC's college management system, co-designing, and ensuring quality control for IIHC's theoretical training courses to meet the needs of the hospitality industry in Vietnam, creating a world-class human resource.

Niagara University recognises IIHC's credits for transferring students to undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the United States. Certifications and degrees awarded by Niagara University are globally recognised.