IMI International Management Institute Switzerland — often referred to simply as IMI — is a private hospitality and business management institute located in Kastanienbaum near Lucerne, Switzerland. Founded in 1991, it specialises in English-taught programmes that blend Swiss practical training with internationally recognised academic qualifications, offering degrees from foundation certificates all the way up toMaster of Science level in areas like hospitality, business and culinary arts. IMI places a strong emphasis on career preparation through mandatory, paid internships in Switzerland or abroad, small class sizes for personalised learning, and a vibrant international campus community with students from many countries. Its undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are validated by UK partner universities such as Manchester Metropolitan University, giving graduates globally recognised qualifications alongside hands-on industry experience.
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