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Intensive Hospitality English Language Programs
IHELP-6 at Les Roches Crans Montana
This program prepares students who lack the formal English entry standards required for entry into the hospitality programs at Les Roches. The 6-week program focuses on Intensive English learning in small groups and include aspects of Hospitality and Tourism.
Program objective
The aim of the Intensive Hospitality English program is to provide students with relevant skills in English language, comprehension, listening and speaking for entry into any of our programs. It also aims to introduce students to hospitality; raising cultural awareness in preparation for further studies at Les Roches.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the IHELP 6 program, students should be able to:
- Master English at a sufficient level and in accordance with the relevant admissions requirements to be able to study on the bachelor's degree or the Postexperience Programs (Continuing / Further and Executive Education programs successfully.
- Communicate appropriately, using both written and spoken English in hospitality and academic contexts to a professional standard.
- Apply a range of study skills, strategies and techniques to enable them to perform to their full academic and professional potential.
Courses
- English skills
- Listening and Speaking
- Reading and Writing
- English for Hospitality
- Skills for Academic Success
- Culture and Tourism
- Test Preparation
IHELP-6 at Les Roches Marbella
This fifteen-week program offers non-English speakers, who have either began their career in the hotel industry or are about to, the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the language at Les Roches Marbella. In a campus where there are currently over 80 different nationalities, English is not only the medium of instruction, but the communication tool used outside of class.
Program objective
In an industry where all senses need to be actively applied, this program provides a clear advantage. Whether your aim is to gain first insights in the field of hospitality or optimize skills through a Postgraduate or Masters’ program, the IHELP 15 program will help you think and feel in the language needed to achieve this.
Courses
- Culture in Hospitality
- Hospitality Innovation
- Operating in English
- Talking the business: satisfying customers
- Understanding the business
Admission requirements
Minimum age
- 21 for the Postgraduate Diplomas and Master’s in Hospitality Management
- 23 for the MBA
- 28 for the Executive MBA
- Minimum age requirement not applicable for the Executive Master's and Executive Postgraduate Diploma taught in Spain provided that all other admission requirements are met
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree mandatory for the MBA and desirable for all other Postexperience Programs. Those without a degree can still access the Postgraduate Programs and will receive a Professional Development Diploma.
Professional Hospitality Experience
- Two years for the MBA
- Two years (+5 without a degree) for PGDs and Master's in Hospitality with Specializations
- Five years for the Executive PGD and Executive Master’s offered in Spain
- Eight years for the Executive MBA offered in Switzerland
English level
Language exam scores (issued within 24 months prior to the intended intake) are required for non-native speakers, or those who have not spent at least 2 years in full time English Education at University level prior to the intake. – IELTS: Average 6.0 and minimum 5.5 in each component
– TOEFL: 80 Internet-based
- Cambridge: FCE: grade A (minimum 180 points)
CAE: Grade C (minimum 180 points)
- Duolingo: Score of 115, with no component under 105-110
Application process
With such high demand for places, we recommend getting your application in as early as possible.
1. Submit your application We strongly recommend to all students to apply early. If you need a visa, please be sure to allow enough time between your application and the start of the semester.
2. Prepare for your admissions assessment Within 2 days of submitting your documents. After submitting your application and relevant documents you will be contacted to schedule your admissions assessment. Assessment will include a compulsory interview and may involve a written exercise.
3. Receive a letter of offer Within 1–3 weeks, if the assessment is successful. If your application is successful, you will receive a letter of offer.
4. Confirm place Within 15 days of receiving your letter of offer. To confirm your place at Les Roches Crans-Montana/Marbella, you must make the downpayment on your tuition fees as outlined in your letter of offer. This also confirms your acceptance to Les Roches’ terms and conditions You will then be sent a complete acceptance package that contains:
– Official Acceptance Letter
– Invoice for the first semester (or for the full programs in Spain)
– Pre-arrival guide
– Visa Attestation (if required)
5. Pre-arrival support Until your program starts. To help you prepare for your program, we provide:
– Visa support services
– Arrival assistance
– New student WhatsApp group
– Live Instagram Q&As
– Pre-departure webinar
6. Arrival on campus First week on campus. On official arrival days, we will welcome you with:
– Welcome booth at airport and transfer to campus
– Check-in and registration
– Authentication of Entry Academic Documents
– Induction week activities
Lifelong learning. Enduring careers
Perfecting their skills and knowledge, polishing their leadership and managerial competencies, staying on top of the latest trends, or consolidating their industry network…there are various reasons that push professionals to walk through our campus doors or opt for one of our online programs. At Les Roches, we have made sure to build solid programs that can accompany hospitality leaders and managers throughout their careers and evolving needs, providing them with a range of options specifically developed for experienced professionals. For more detailed information about our MBA, Master's, Postgraduate, and Executive Programs, visit this page
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