ABOUT US
INTRODUCTION
IMPERIAL International Hotel College (IIHC) is Vietnam's first and only institution dedicated to training future leaders in Hotel Management within a real-world 5-star international hospitality setting. Given this unique advantage, IIHC fosters the development of students' practical and managerial skills in alignment with standardized operational procedures across various roles within the IMPERIAL Hotel Vung Tau.
The IIHC curriculum is developed in partnership with Niagara University, New York, and accredited by NCFE, one of the UK’s top independent awarding bodies with over 175 years of experience. Our faculty includes a diverse range of domestic and international experts with extensive experience from leading global hotel brands.
As a proud partner of the Vietnam Tourism Education Association (VITEA), IIHC contributes to the “Urgent Initiative for Supplying International Quality Human Resources to the Hotel Management Industry”, aiming to equip the hospitality sector with skilled professionals ready to meet global demands. Our graduates are well-prepared with strong practical skills and a competitive edge in the global hotel industry.
SMART WAY TO
INTERNATIONAL
HOSPITALITY
EDUCATION
The beginning of
a sustainable future
at the first and only 5-Star International
HOTEL SCHOOL
in Vietnam
MISSION
Mr. Paul Stoll
CEO of IMPERIAL Hospitality Group
President of IIHC’s Board of Professionals
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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
At IIHC, students will learn and experience a 5-star hotel environment of international standards, and international programs and be awarded from NCFE - UK, with transferable value 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 complex with 70% practical training in professional skills 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 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:
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Hotel Operations Management
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Restaurant & Event Management
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Hotel Business Management
NCFE has assessed and awarded Practical Diploma Level 3 for Hotel Management program (16 weeks) of IIHC with 03 majors:
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Room Division Management
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Restaurant & Event Management
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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.