Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School (BMIHMS) is a part of Torrens University Australia and the students benefit from its prestige. BMIHMS is ranked 1st in Australia and the Asia Pacific by Kantar 2020. BMIHMS became the first school in Australia to be internationally recognized as the Swiss International Management Program.
BMIHMS admissions are offered in diploma, bachelor’s, master’s in international hotel and resort management, and an MBA in international hotel leadership programs. Students applying for admissions must have proper academic requirements, IELTS scores, and considerable work experience. The minimum IELTS score required for both undergraduate and graduate courses is 6.0 or equivalent. The total course tuition fee for undergraduate courses is 93,000 AUD and graduate courses are 48,000 AUD.
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Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Ranking
- 1st in Australia and APAC under hotel management school by Kantar 2020
- 26th in QS WUR Ranking by Subject
Highlights
| Type | Private |
| Campus Setting | Suburbs |
| Application Portal | Torrens University Application Form |
| Mode of Payment | Credit Card, Cheque, BPAY, Overseas Bank Transfer |
| Mode of Program | Full-Time, online |
| Work-study Program | Yes |
| Basic Tuition Fee for International Undergraduate Students | 93,000 AUD (for three years) |
| Basic Tuition Fee for International Graduate Students | 48,000 AUD (for two years) |
| Test Scores | IELTS or equivalent |
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Campus
BMIHMS has four campus locations: Leura, Sydney (Kent Street), Adelaide, and Melbourne (Flinders Street). While Leura offers bachelor’s courses, the other three take up masters. Undergraduate students from BMIHMS study at Leura campus and move to Sydney in their third year for their Event and Hospitality Management courses.
- Sydney campus is in the heart of CBD which connects the city’s main transport from Darling Harbour’s nightlife. Sightseeing comprises penguins, a waterfront bar, dugongs at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and koalas at Wild Life Sydney Zoo. The facilities on campus are student kitchens, lounge areas, campus-wide WiFi, phone chargers, study spaces, computer room, vending machines and community room.
- The Leura Campus (in the Blue Mountains) is a two-hour train ride from Sydney which immerses in a world of tourism and travel with its student-run restaurants. The campus provides the facilities of library, vending machines, barbeque & student lounge areas, free Wi-Fi, soccer field, basketball, and tennis courts, swimming pool, and gyms. Apart from this, there are three-on site restaurants with fine dining options and cafes, a campus duty manager available, an English language center, and main meals on campus as a restaurant setting.
- Wakefield Street Campus in Adelaide is close to Victoria Square and Transport and stands proudly on the historic Menz Biscuit Factory site. It features English Language Centre, B+W and color photocopiers, Free wi-fi, Communal Apple desktops, laptop stations and breakout zones, and Digital data projectors and lightboxes for conceptual work.
- The Melbourne campus is just a stone’s throw away from Yarra River, Flinders Street Station, and Federation Square and houses the English Language Centre. The campus encloses exhibition spaces, free wi-fi, a clinical lab with simulation rooms, communal Apple desktops, laptop stations and breakout zones, B+W and color photocopiers, etc.
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Housing Facilities
Only the Leura campus provides accommodation for BMIHMS students. All the students enrolled in Bachelor of International Resort and Management have to compliably reside on the campus and share a room.
- Undergraduate students are asked to live in twin-share accommodation with an international student to embrace cultural awareness. However, in the second year, they can ask for a single room in Return to Request (RTS) form. A limited number of single rooms are available.
- Third-year students who shift to Sydney have to search for their accommodation.
- There is no housing available at the Leura campus for Christmas. Students can return home, travel around Australia, find work casually in Sydney at Stayz.com.au
| Particulars | Estimated Costs (per week in AUD) |
|---|---|
| Hostels and Guesthouses | 90-150 |
| Shared Rental | 95-215 |
| On Campus | 110-280 |
| Homestay | 235-325 |
| Rental | 185-440 |
| Boarding schools | 11,000-22,000 |
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Programs
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School (BMIHMS) offers a bachelor’s and master’s degree, as well as an MBA in International Hotel Leadership.
- Torrens University offers diplomas that serve as a pathway to completion of bachelor’s degrees. Diplomas can give a university feel without actually taking a degree.
- English Language Program (ELP) is available at the Leura campus to students from countries where the native language is not English. For admission, the minimum IELTS score should be 4.5 and should increase up to 0.5 for 10 weeks.
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Admission Process
To secure admission to the Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, students must fulfill the academic requirements, and submit English language proficiency evidence scores, along with the application forms. It is recommended to apply as early as possible to grab a seat.
Bachelor of Business (International Hotel and Resort Management)
Application Portal: UAC Application (for Australian and New Zealand Candidates) or Torrens University Application Form
Application Deadline: July 5, 2021, and September 27, 2021
Duration: 2.5 years full time and 5 years part-time
Application Requirements:
- Australian Year 12 or equivalent; and
- 18 years of age by the end of the first term
- English Language Proficiency Scores (IELTS Academic 6.0 or equivalent)
- Resume (if have work experience paid or unpaid)
Diploma of Business International Hotel and Resort Management
Application Portal: UAC Application or Torrens University Application Form
Application Requirements:
- Australian Year 12 or equivalent; and
- 18 years of age by the end of the first term
- English Language Proficiency Scores (IELTS Academic 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 or equivalent)
- Work Experience (if available)
Master of International Hotel Management
Application Portal: Torrens University Application Form
Application Deadline: July 5, 2021, and September 27, 2021
Duration: 2 years full time and 4 years part-time
Application Requirements:
- Australian Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- English Language Proficiency Scores (IELTS Academic 6.0 or equivalent)
- Three years of supervisory/managerial work experience
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Cost of Attendance
Below mentioned are the tuition fees for courses offered at BMIHMS:
| Course | Indicative Annual Fees 2021 (in AUD) | Indicative Total Course Tuition Fees (in AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business and (International Hotel and Resort Management) | 31,000 | 93,000 |
| Master of International Hotel Management | 32,000 | 48,000 |
| Master of Business Administration (International Hotel Leadership) | 32,000 | 48,000 |
Note: Students can pay the course fees in three installments via Credit Card, Cheque, BPAY, or Overseas Bank Transfer.
BMIHMS Cost of Living
Knowing the average living costs in Australia prepares a student financially beforehand. For reference, the below mentioned is an approximate guide of costs expected in the country. It can vary as per the students’ living style. Students must have at least 21,041 AUD in their account to live in Australia for 12-months.
| Particulars | Estimated Costs (per week in AUD) |
|---|---|
| Groceries and eating out | 140-280 |
| Gas, electricity | 10-20 |
| Phone and internet | 15-30 |
| Public Transport | 30-60 |
| Car (after purchase) | 150-260 |
| Entertainment | 80-150 |
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Scholarships
New international students are eligible for the scholarship depending upon the intake they commence their studies, chosen course, and the country they are from. The applications open on January 1, 2021, and are due on December 30, 2022.
BMIHMS Scholarships are for newly admitted students and have met the entry requirements. The completed application form must be mailed with requested documents and subject heading ‘Scholarship Application’ to enquiry@bluemountains.edu.au.
| Scholarship Name | Discount on total tuition fees | Type | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Privileged Partner Scholarship | 20% | BMIHMS | Currently employed as a permanent staff of BMIHMS’s Graduate Privileged Partners Program (GPP) |
| Val Cook Scholarship | Full tuition for one year of Bachelor’s degree | BMIHMS | Exceptional and passionate candidate with 2-5 years hospitality/tourism experience |
| English Language Program Scholarship | 10 weeks of free tuition in an English language program | BMIHMS | If the student doesn’t meet the English language requirement, then he/she can apply for an English language program course for 10 weeks to improve their skills |
| Three Pillars Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Hospitality Scholarship | 30% | BMIHMS | Enrolled in Hotel Management Course |
| Industry Scholarship | 15% | BMIHMS | Currently employed full time in Hospitality |
| Alumni Scholarship | 25% | BMIHMS/ International Students | BMIHMS or Torrens University Alumni |
| Here to Educate | 20% | International Students | International students enrolled in the postgraduate course |
| Offshore online | 30% | International Students | Students who will continue to study offshore and online |
| Alternative Study Path Scholarship | 15% | International Students | International students who have completed studies onshore |
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Placements
- BMIHMS are industry partners with some of the most prestigious organizations for job opportunities in Australia. These train students with skills, experience, and networks to launch a successful career. Some of these include Marriott International, Hyatt, Ovolo Hotels, Crown, TFE Hotels, Langham, SHANGRI-LA, IHG, and Hilton.
- When it comes to Hotel Management Careers, students can run an organization from behind their desk as Hotel Manager/CEO or check whether the guests are getting proper treatment as Guest Relations Managers.
- Students can also get a job as Front Office Manager, Room Division Supervisor, Director of Operations, Director of Revenue Management, Revenue Analyst, and Director of Sales and Marketing.
BMIHMS community has more than 7000 members from 100 nationalities who work in 90 countries and 50 professions. The Alumni site helps the recent graduates and the fellow to connect and expand their network. Students can sign in with the details shared in their email.
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