Why study in Switzerland?
Studying Culinary in Switzerland
Switzerland offers an in-depth programme for the Culinary Industry. In a country that is considered the leader for training in the Hotel Industry, it is no surprise that the same leadership blends like a cheese fondue with the culinary sector. Master Chefs are a key factor for the success of the many infamous hotels in Switzerland.
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Switzerland leads the world in tourism industry
Switzerland is infamous with the tourism industry. Past and present people visit form all over the world and experience the impeccable quality of service. Countries with just over seven million people it boast 5600 hotels and accommodates a guest list of more that 35 million every year. Due to the country’s claim to fame in tourism, Switzerland is one of the most sought after destinations to study tourism, culinary and hospitality. Over 5000 students from all over the globe can be found studying in Switzerland at any given time. Switzerland was one of the first countries to develop tourism as a major industry. Establishing its first hotel management school over a hundred years ago, it is still the leader for excellence in the hotel industry.
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The educational system in Switzerland
The educational system of the Swiss has no central power. Allowing each of their 26 cantons to set up its own educational system and having almost entire control of structuring the schools curriculum. Without a federal ministry of education the EDK (Swiss Conference of Cantonal Boards of Education) is responsible regulations where needed.
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