Pacific International Hotel Management School (PIHMS)
Description of Pacific International Hotel Management School (PIHMS)
One of the most advanced and prestigious world business schools, specializing in management, tourism and hotel services. The institution is included in the list of leading schools of hotel business (Leading Hotel Management Schools of the World), is in association with the IHTTI-leading Swiss Institute for Tourism and Hotel Management.
Pacific International Hotel Management School (PIHMS) is located in the picturesque town of New Plymouth, on the east coast of the country, between the ocean and Mount Taranaki (called the whole region by its name). The distance to the center of New Plymouth is small enough: it will not be difficult to get to the city, while students will not be distracted by the temptations and noises of the big city during school hours, the students can easily concentrate on persistent teaching.
The educational institution uses a unique methodology that combines theory and practice in a ratio close to real business situations. The effectiveness of this method of studying is very high. This is evident in the number of graduates who quickly find suitable jobs: 97% of graduates are employed either during studying or immediately after graduation. Many students remain working in New Zealand after graduation, many go to work in Europe or the US and hold high positions with good salaries.
The diplomas of the Pacific International Hotel Management School are internationally designed and highly rated around the world - each graduate has three certificate:
- Swiss Diploma of the International Institute of Hotel and Tourism
- New Zealand Diploma of Public Pattern
- Australian Diploma.
PIHMS is also unique Its structure, representing a real school-hotel. All pupils live, work and study in the same building. Thanks to this innovation, each student can evaluate the hotel business from all sides, from the position of each employee and guest. Students can stay in the role of lodgers, directors, managers of different departments, work in a restaurant or in the accommodation service, get acquainted with the room service department. in a word, Foreign students can learn about the hotel service absolutely everything to the smallest subtleties. In addition, such a system of education effectively develops both leadership qualities and teamwork skills, solving problems, to defend one's point of view while at the same time respecting someone else's opinion and avoiding conflicts.
It is especially attractive for students from all over the world that the cost of studying in New Zealand, where Pacific International Hotel Management School is located, is very affordable - if you compare similar programs in the UK, USA and Europe (In particular, Switzerland), then in New Zealand teaching will be cheaper approximately in 1,5 times.
The list of specializations for schooling is quite extensive - all of them are in demand in the modern world, and the graduate will not have problems with finding a job, the industry of hotel service and tourism is one of the fastest growing in the modern world:
- Project management
- Management of the hotel
- Marketing
- Management of a chain of restaurants
- Financial management
- The industry of cruise ships
- The international business
- Building management and construction
- Management and organization of enterprises
- Resort and spa management, etc.
To enter the program, you must confirm a sufficiently high level of English - for example, the IELTS test with a score of 6.0 points. More detailed requirements for applicants you can see in the description of each program Pacific International Hotel Management School.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Pacific International Hotel Management School (PIHMS)
Secondary vocational education includes 6 semesters: during1, 3, 5 semesters students are engaged in the studying of theoretical knowledge, and in the second and fourth semesters are working (paid) internship. For admission, it is required: IELTS certificate from 5.5 (in each part from 5.0). You can start classes in February, April, June or October. The program of obtaining a diploma in the field of hotel business is designed for 2.5 years. The program of obtaining a bachelor's degree in this area implies the passage of an additional semiannual program, the total bachelor lasts 3 years.
The price for 1 year studying includes the preparation of visa documents, insurance.
The students are offered the possibility to get a bachelor's degree - one more semester is added to the standard program of secondary vocational education. The students devote to theoretical education for 4 semesters and are practiced for 2 semesters. For admission, it is required: IELTS from 6.0 (in each part of 5.5), a certificate of full higher education. You can start classes in February, April, June or October. This program is designed for 3 years.
Specialties in the institution are the following:
- Hotel business and tourism management;
- Hotel management.
Students who have already completed a higher / secondary special education program in a similar specialty (in the same field and profession) can apply for the program. There are theoretical classes for 2 semesters, if desired, students can also undergo a semester paid internship. For admission, it is required: IELTS from 6.5 (in each part of 6.0), a diploma of higher education. You can start classes in February, April, June or October. This program is designed for 1.5 years and is an analogue of the second higher education (for university graduates).
An effective and intensive English language course is aimed at those students who do not have enough linguistic knowledge to enter the educatinal program. For admission, it is required: IELTS from 5.5 (in each part from 5.0). You can start the classes in February, April, June or October.
- Duration of the courses: 22 weeks.
- Student age: 17+
Masters programs in Hotel Management lasts 1,5 years.
Program aims at professionals with experience in this industry, and students who already have higher education in this field. These are three semesters of theoretical studies + the creation of personal research work. For admission, it is required:
- IELTS from 6.5 (in each part of 6.0);
- Diploma of higher education.
You can start classes in February, April, June or October.
Price of the program includes documents for visas, insurance, administrative fees.
Accommodation, meals, prices
For students PIHMS offers two options for accommodation - both are very comfortable and convenient, each student can choose the option to their desires:
- The common residence of Waiariki House. Located in the city center, there is a kitchen, a computer room, in each room you can connect your own computer and phone. Each room is equipped with a bed, a wardrobe and a desk. The campus is guarded around the clock, there are video cameras and an electronic system of passes, parking is equipped.
- Host family. A great way to constantly practice the language and learn more about the traditional way of life and culture of New Zealanders! Each family is carefully selected by the school staff, the level of comfort provided to the student is constantly checked and controlled.
First-year students are advised to choose a common residence and live in a room for 2 people - after the end of the first year of study, you can either extend the residence in the hostel or find your own rented apartment in the city.
- Residing at the residence: 6590 NZD per semester (21 weeks)
- Homestay: 4620 NZD per semester
Subjects and sports
Activities Pacific International Hotel Management School (PIHMS)
- Music Festivals
- Night Clubs, Restaurants, Bars, Cafeteria
- Museums
- Art Galleries
- Famous Gardens and Parks
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Rugby
- Cricket
- Rugby
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- Golf
- Netball
- Basketball
Advantages
- Deep academic knowledge, excellent theoretical studying
- A large number of practical classes of different orientation, focus on the practical application of knowledge
- A separate Department of Placement Office, which assists students with employment
- Paid internships (the minimum salary for a specialist in these directions is 13 $ NZ / hour, that is, for one practice you can earn 8000-12000 $ NZ, this is an excellent help in paying for studies)
- Graduation allows to receive just three international diplomas (New Zealand, Australian and Swiss).
Facilities and equipment at Pacific International Hotel Management School (PIHMS)
- A well equipped recreation room
- Table tennis table
- Table football
- Billiard table
- Rest area
- Recreation
- Restaurants and bars
- Squash
- Sports hall
- Large outdoor pool with seating area
- Sports grounds for cricket and football
- Tennis court for playing in any weather
Admission dates and extra charges
Additional paid and not included in the basic price of the selected program:
- registration fee for housing provision - 75 NZD
- lunch on campus - 440 NZD per semester
- Medical insurance policy (for the certificate program, 22 weeks) = 233 NZ $
- Transfer in both directions
- Flight tickets in both directions
- Visa
- Banking services
Extras:
- Registration fee (for accommodation) 75 NZD
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
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Recommendations on when to apply
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