EHL: First woman and youngest dean since the creation of the school
As the first woman and youngest person to occupy this position since the foundation of the school in 1893, Dr. Inès Blal was nominated to the position of Executive Dean.
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Now Accepting Nominations for the 2018 Young Leader Award presented at IHIF
Berlin, Germany -- The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) is now accepting nominations for the 2018 Young Leader Award presented at the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin, Germany.
How To Recruit Effectively Using The Best Industry Insights
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London hoteliers offer ‘once in a lifetime’ experiences to students at the Edge Hotel School
Georgian House, the London EDITION, Red Carnation, The Ritz London and Shangri La at the Shard have all signed up to the innovative scheme, where students can apply for a stay in one of these prestigious hotels whilst gaining real practical experience shadowing the management team and staff.
4 Ways To Keep Staff Safe When Managing A Hotel
You could go from managing budgets and financial plans to promoting and marketing the business within minutes; there's always something going on and you're at the heart of it all. While the aim is to make sure your guests are happy and safe on the premises, it also means your staff need to be safe when on the job too, and they need to be aware that the hotel manager has practices in place that will keep them safe even when they're not around to assist.
Robin Sheppard, on behalf of Bespoke Hotels, makes significant donation to Oxford School of Hospitality Management to support student learning
Robin Sheppard, Founder and Chairman of Bespoke Hotels, has made a significant donation to the Oxford School of Hospitality Management at Oxford Brookes University to support student learning. His generous donation will give students access to a range of co-curricular activities that will strengthen their management competencies.
2017 EHL Student Business Projects: a resounding success
Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) is happy to announce that the 2017 Student Business Projects (SBP) have now officially come to a close, marking the last milestone in the curriculum of the senior students who chose to service one of the 40 client-companies involved. The closing ceremony took place on Friday June 16, with the presence of many high profile companies who benefited from the junior consultants' hard work, creativity and dedication.
From delivering services to creating unique experiences
For nearly two centuries, five-star hotels have been providing exceptional services, anticipating needs and customizing attendances to pamper guests and distinguish from competition. In today's age of experience, more companies seek to adopt this model and create memorable brand experiences for their customers.
By Benoit-Etienne Domenget, CEO, Sommet Education
Donald Sloan to step-down as Head of the Oxford School of Hospitality Management
After 14 years, Donald Sloan is stepping down as head of the Oxford School of Hospitality Management at Oxford Brookes University.
Perfect storm on the way for UK hospitality industry; Consumers to face increasing prices
The hospitality industry is facing a perfect storm, with more than half of business leaders concerned about rising costs, the employment picture, security, and the sustainability of consumer confidence. Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of executive search, leadership consulting and culture shaping worldwide, spoke to Chairmen and Chief Executives from some of the biggest organisations in the industry, representing businesses with revenues of over £40 billion and employing more than a million people across the UK. While views on their specific business or sector could vary, the overarching theme was one of significant concern.
Making The Most of Hospitality Apprentices
Working in Hospitality, people are the key to success; full-time, part-time, flexitime, and temps; the individuals that form your team propel you ahead of the competition. You may decide to take on apprentices as part of your staff; these members of your team require more attention than others.
By Michael O'Flynn, Sales & Marketing Director, Professional Academy
Creative Supply to continue collaboration with ESSEC and Elegancia Hotels
Creative Supply is moving into a second year of collaboration with ESSEC Business School and Elegancia Hotels, a Paris based hotel company. Part of the Strategic Branding module led by Visiting Professor Alex Gibson from DIT in Ireland, the collaboration aims to bring real-life learning experience to the students of MBA in International Hospitality and MBA Global Branding of ESSEC Business School.
Oxford School Of Hospitality Management Bacchus Alumni Awards 2017 – The Winners
The third Bacchus Alumni Awards ceremony, held to celebrate the professional achievements of graduates of the Oxford School of Hospitality Management, took place on 24th April 2017 at the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel. This year's winners are:
Nigella Lawson headlines for Oxford School of Hospitality Management at Oxford Literary Festival
Students form the Oxford School of Hospitality Management enjoyed a week of interaction with stars from the food world at this year's FT Weekend Oxford Literary Festival, which ran from 25th March to 2nd April.
Les Roches ranked among Top 5 higher education institutions for Hospitality and Leisure Management
Les Roches Global Hospitality Education was ranked number 4 of the world's top institutions for Hospitality and Leisure Management, and number 2 worldwide for employer reputation by QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017, released on 8 March. The QS World University Rankings categorize the world's top universities by subject areas, covering 46 different subjects in 2017. The rankings aim to help prospective students identify the world's leading schools in their chosen field of study, extending the list of subjects each year in response to a high demand for subject-level comparisons.In the Hospitality and Leisure Management category, the survey included two criteria: academic and employer rating, used to assess institutions' reputation among international scholars and industry leaders. In 2017, the QS World University Rankings draw on survey responses from 74,651 academics and 40,643 responses from graduate employers worldwide."Les Roches continues to provide students with the highest-quality hospitality management education rooted in the Swiss tradition of excellence across a global network of five campuses on four continents," said Sonia Tatar, CEO Worldwide of Les Roches. "The goal of every hospitality management school is to prepare future leaders to evolve and successfully compete in a rapidly changing world to shape the industry of tomorrow. This survey confirms that employers appreciate the unique nature of our education model, combining experiential learning with digital innovations and an entrepreneurial approach."Les Roches' parent company Sommet Education strives to prepare graduates for success in the hospitality industry of tomorrow through academic rigor, skills-based learning and a multicultural outlook. According to the same survey, Sommet Education is the only network with two institutions ranked among the world's top 5 institutions for employer reputation."We welcome the QS World University Rankings by Subject to include hospitality for the first time and are pleased to see both our schools represented in the top 5 institutions for employer reputation," said Benoît-Etienne Domenget, CEO of Sommet Education. "The survey supports Les Roches' innovative and international teaching approach to equip students with the entrepreneurial and business management skills required in this dynamic global industry."About Les Roches Global Hospitality EducationFounded in 1954, Les Roches is a private institution based on the Swiss model of experiential learning, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in the fields of hospitality, tourism and event management. Les Roches prepares entrepreneurial and innovative graduates across a global network of campuses in Switzerland, Spain, the US, China and Jordan.Les Roches is accredited at the university level by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC).
EHL’s future campus green-lighted by Swiss authorities
Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) the world's leading hospitality management school, has received the formal approval from local authorities to start the construction work for its future campus which will mix ecology, technology and pedagogy. The many additions to the existing infrastructures include sports facilities, a new restaurant with a capacity for 450 people and twice as many dorm rooms.
Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) Opens Its First Global Sales Office in Europe (in London) To Serve Worldwide Portfolio
Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI), the leading independent Global Sales Organization (GSO) serving the North American Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions/Events (M.I.C.E.) marketplace for more than 30 years, has opened its first Global Sales office in Europe. ALHI's new sales operation, located in London, will serve meeting professionals, incentive specialists, association executives, convention/congress specialists, and business executives throughout Europe with ALHI's Global Sales services and professional sales support exclusively for its distinguished membership of more than 250 luxury-level and upper-upscale hotels and resorts worldwide, which specialize in serving M.I.C.E. business.
Hospitality leaders hit back at Guardian article which highlights poor treatment of staff | thecaterer.com
A newspaper article that published personal accounts of debauchery, bullying, excessive hours and sexism in hospitality businesses does not fairly represent the industry and involves only a “tiny minority”. That’s according to industry leaders who have united in response to a feature in the Guardian on Saturday, which criticises the sector for its treatment of employees.
Oxford School of Hospitality Management announces short-list for 2017 Bacchus Alumni Awards
The third Bacchus Alumni Award, to be held on 24th April 2017 at the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, London, will be another landmark occasion for the Oxford School of Hospitality Management (Oxford Brookes University). It will bring together alumni, students, staff and friends of the School to mark the professional achievements of its graduates, and to reassert its commitment to working in close partnership with industry. Ben McEwen, Chair of the Bacchus Alumni Society, commented: "We are incredibly proud of the Oxford School of Hospitality Management's alumni. They follow highly successful careers in the international hospitality industry, with many becoming leading players in the sector. They also give back a great deal to the School – supporting current students, employing fellow graduates and acting as our ambassadors all around the world".
Young Hoteliers Summit 2017 – Exchange Of Industry Insights
The eighth edition of the Young Hoteliers Summit (YHS) will continue to serve as a communication platform for leading hospitality firms, their masterminds, and top talents from over 40 international hospitality schools. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, the YHS Challenge, and workshops, the 3-day summit aims to shape the future of the industry.