A day in the life of an AIHM student
World-class hospitality education, right here in Asia
World-class hospitality education, right here in Asia
A world-class hospitality education no longer requires a move to Switzerland. The Asian Institute of Hospitality & Management (AIHM) in Bangkok combines Swiss academic excellence with the warmth of Thai hospitality. Founded by Minor Hotels, a global hospitality, restaurant, and lifestyle group, and delivering its programmes in academic association with Les Roches, one of the world's leading hospitality schools, AIHM offers an internationally recognised education that prepares graduates for hospitality and business careers around the world. For students, this means being part of the only hospitality school inside a five-star hotel and access to opportunities that few programmes can match. One way to begin your journey to a hospitality career is through the BBA in Global Hospitality Management. Below, four BBA students share some of the most memorable moments from their time at AIHM.
45,000
hospitality professionals in the Minor Hotels global network
640+
Minor Hotels properties worldwide, where graduates have preferred employer status
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mandatory full-semester internships at Minor Hotels properties or other leading hotel brands around the world
100%
internship placement rate
45,000
hospitality professionals in the Minor Hotels global network
560+
Minor Hotels properties worldwide, where graduates have preferred employer status
2
mandatory full-semester internships at Minor Hotels properties or other leading hotel brands around the world
100%
internship placement rate
“I’m ready for my future.”
Julie is looking ahead with more conviction than ever. “Through my role as Student President at AIHM, networking events, and interactions with industry leaders, I stopped thinking of myself as ‘just a student,’” she shares. “Instead, I started seeing myself as a young professional preparing for a future career in hospitality.”
As Fathima prepares to graduate, she is exploring different career opportunities within the hospitality industry. “My internships have given me valuable exposure to operations and sales, and I am looking for a role where I can continue developing my skills,” she explains.
Zhasmin's internships confirmed that she enjoys working with people. She believes AIHM has given her the skills to pursue a wide range of opportunities. “We study everything from finance, human resources and sales to front office, housekeeping, and food and beverage,” she says. “The programme prepares you not only for hotels, but also for restaurants, airlines, or even starting your own business."
Nan applied for Minor Hotels’ Management Training Programme and is progressing through the application process. “I’ve also been exploring other corporate and entry-level opportunities within the hotel industry,” she adds.
Nan Si Htaung, student
AIHM has been life-changing for Julie, Nan, Fathima, and Zhasmin in many ways.
A day in the life of an AIHM student
Emy starts her day bright and early. Waking up at 7:30 a.m. gives her enough time to get ready, plan her schedule, and ease into the day. Once she arrives at school, her first stop is the coffee station before class. She usually gets there 30 to 50 minutes early to set up her laptop and check the day's agenda.
Lunch break allows Emy to step outside and enjoy a meal with friends. When she’s not in class, she likes to take breaks outside the building to refresh her mind.
"Occasionally, I use the lobby to meet up with classmates and prepare for presentations, but for the most part, we stay in our classroom throughout the day," she says.
Classes typically finish around 3:00 PM, though sometimes they run a little later, until 4:00 p.m. If a group project or presentation is coming up, Emy and her classmates stay back to work on it. Otherwise, she heads home to complete her assignments before engaging in extracurricular activities.
Physical activity is a big part of Emy’s routine. Almost every day, she runs in the park or attends a Muay Thai session at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesdays at AIHM are dedicated to enrichment activities, where students can join clubs like the Arts Club, Kitchen Club, Badminton Club, or Mixology Club. It’s a great way to explore new interests and connect with students from different years.
“I joined the Badminton Club and Mixology Club," she says. "It’s a fun way to unwind while being part of the school community."
Emy prefers to finish all her work before her workout so that when she returns home around 9:00 p.m. or 9:30 p.m., she can relax and unwind. A little downtime helps her recharge before another busy day begins.
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