The Study Programme Hospitality & Tourism Management The programme is dedicated to providing students with a solid foundation for mid-level management positions in the hospitality-, hotel-, and tourism industry, based on cultural, intellectual, and moral development in a multicultural environment. Study Contents The programme is comprised of three main areas such as foreign language acquisition, management skills and practical training. Students develop marketing and communication competencies, and they are thoroughly trained in guest relations, service, and cuisine. The ITM College encourages students to enhance their language competencies in the classes and when mixing with their multicultural student colleagues. Needless to say that cross-cultural communication and understanding goes hand in hand. ITM displays a blend of cultures, styles and pursuits, and offers a truly extraordinary college experience. For all wine enthusiasts, part of the ITM hospitality programme is the course “Wine Seminar”. Upon completion of this course, you receive the wine sommelier certificate: “Jungsommelier Österreich”. This certificate is a competitive advantage in the hospitality industry, and ITM is proud to be the first institute in Austria to offer this profound education in the English language. College Garden Hotel*** The College Garden Hotel*** and the ITM College are located in the same building. Our students have the possibility to implement their theoretic know-how into practice. This so-called “action-learning” offers the unique opportunity for students to train their skills and gain confindence when working with guests and customers. State Diploma and Business Licence After successful completion of the 2-year study programme, students are awarded a Diploma. This certificate is officially recognized by the Austrian state as well as by the industry. With the successful completion of the ITM College, you earn the business licence for establishing your own hotel, restaurant or travel agency. In addition, the college diploma qualifies you for a bachelor’s degree. Bachelor’s Degree The programme Bachelor of "Business Administration in International Management" is executed in cooperation with European University and the Bachelor "BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management with Tourism with Manchester Metropolitan University. ITM students earn a bachelor’s degree within one more study year. Furthermore, numerous well-known universities in Europe, the US and Australia fully accredit the ITM graduates to their undergraduate fast track programmes.