Les Roches Jin Jiang International Hotel Management College (LRJJ)

Les Roches Jin Jiang International Hotel Management College (LRJJ) offers a unique opportunity to experience the quality of Swiss hospitality education and the excitement of living and working in China, the world’s fastest growing economy. Located on the campus of Shanghai Normal University, the school is close to Shanghai’s city center and the regional Feng Xian seaside resorts, making this campus a peaceful site for studying and an exciting location near the metropolis.

At Les Roches Jin Jiang, students can choose from a number of diploma programs taught in English. The undergraduate and postgraduate diplomas include internships, which can be completed in China or abroad. These diplomas can lead to supervisory employment in hospitality or a transfer to the next degree level. As a branch campus of Les Roches International School of Hotel Management in Switzerland, Les Roches Jin Jiang is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), making the credits transferrable to any of the schools in the Laureate Hospitality Education network.

Academic Programs

Les Roches Jin Jiang offers a variety of programs to suit different backgrounds and career goals. As a branch campus, LRJJ is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
The programs begin 4 times per year: March, May, September, and November.
Diploma in International Hotel Management – 2.5 years
This hotel management diploma can first lead to employment in a supervisory role in hospitality, tourism and service organizations.

  • 3 semesters of Hotel Administration and Management
  • 2 internships for a total of 12 months of professional experience
  • Transfer for a BBA in International Hospitality Management in Switzerland, Spain Australia or the USA (+1 year)

Postgraduate Diploma in International Hotel Management -1.5 years

The perfect option to change direction and enter the exciting world of hospitality! This accelerated program bridges the gap between a bachelor degree in any non-hospitality field and a Master of Business Administration in Hospitality Management. Students can also join the industry directly after being awarded a postgraduate diploma. The program combines supervisory experience with management theory in an intensive curriculum followed by a professional internship.

  • 6 months of courses in hospitality operations and business management
  • Students gain experience through supervisory work and event planning
  • Includes a 6-month internship in an international hospitality business
  • Possibility to transfer for MBA in Switzerland (+1 year)

Hospitality Preparatory Program (English)

This preparatory program allows students to improve their English test scores and meet the minimum entry requirements for the international hotel management diploma. Each level of the program should correspond to one point of improvement in IELTS. There are three levels, and students can spend 9 weeks in each level.

  • Level 3: IELTS 1.0-2.0 required
  • Level 2: IELTS 2.0-3.0 required
  • Level 1: IELTS 3.0-4.0 required

Corporate Executive Training

Les Roches Jin Jiang offers flexible training programs that are customized to fit the needs of hospitality managers and executives. The training possibilities range from short courses of a few days to several months, and the courses are wide ranging for Supervisory, Middle Management, Department Heads, Upper Management and General Managers. For more information about these options, and to read testimonials from international hotel chains, it is necessary to contact the Admissions Department of LRJJ directly.

Why choose Les Roches Jin Jiang?

Accreditation: Les Roches Jin Jiang is fully accredited as a branch campus by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges of the USA.

Experience China: Shanghai is the economic center for the country that holds the future of hospitality in its hands. By 2020, it is predicted that China will exceed France and become the top tourism destination country and the fourth largest to send tourists abroad. (WTO)

Cost Effective Programs: The Chinese economy allows LRJJ to offer the great value of Swiss hospitality education at affordable prices for international students. By starting a program at LRJJ, students can economize on semester fees and choose to transfer to another location for the final year.

Languages: Learning basic Mandarin while perfecting your English in an international environment proves to be an ideal combination to prepare you for the future of hospitality!