IMI Student Handbook

IMI Student Handbook: 2013 Spring
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Welcome
If you are a new student, welcome to IMI. If you are a returning student, welcome back. Please read this handbook carefully within the first days of the course and keep it for future reference. This handbook is designed to guide you thorough rules, procedures and other information necessary for an enjoyable and successful period of study. The Handbook starts with a table of contents which is a numbered listing of rules, procedures and other information on services and facilities, both Academic (Section A) and Social (Section B), in addition to information on Internships (Section C). Section D outlines the purpose, work and organisational structure of the Student Representative Council. You may go straight to the relevant section from the contents page by using the Ctrl + Click function. As with any group of individuals living in a community, it is necessary to observe certain rules and regulations in order to promote harmony and respect for others. This is particularly true in a community where staff and students originate from a variety of social and cultural backgrounds. For students, rules and regulations support respect for individual identity while promoting appropriate levels of empathy, integration and co-operation. A positive and professional attitude is an absolute necessity for future hospitality, events and tourism managers whose favourable impression on their customers and staff will be a core asset in their career development. Follow the simple but essential Principles of Hospitality directly (shown on page 4) and you are guaranteed to maximise your professional and personal development during your time at IMI. Enjoy your studies and best wishes for the time you are with us! Professor John Fenby Dean and Director of Partner Schools
Note: IMI reserves the right to make amendments to the information contained herein without giving prior notice.
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Table of contents: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 Attendance, punctuality and absence from class ........................................... 5 Calendar and timetables .............................................................................. 6 Classrooms ................................................................................................ 6 Counsellor for students ............................................................................... 6 Courses undergraduate courses................................................................. 6 Courses postgraduate courses................................................................... 6 Courses and Codes ..................................................................................... 7 Courses quality assurance of courses and programmes ............................... 7 Courses external examiners ...................................................................... 8 Courses academic regulations for courses .................................................. 8 Dress code, uniforms, grooming and appearance .......................................... 8 Duties .......................................................................................................10 Examinations and coursework appeals against marking .............................11 Examinations and coursework grading ......................................................11 Examinations and coursework Undergrad Degree Classification..................11 Examinations and coursework - Post Exam Status.12 Examinations and coursework examination re-sits .....................................12 Examinations and coursework distinctions ................................................12 Excursions code of conduct ......................................................................13 Exemption from courses, units or semesters ................................................13 Graduation ................................................................................................14 Conditions of an award being presented................................................... 15 Language ..................................................................................................16 Library rules ..............................................................................................16 Plagiarism, cheating and other forms of academic dishonesty .......................17 Principles of hospitality ..............................................................................18 Professional attitude ..................................................................................18 Accidents and illness ..................................................................................20 Behaviour, discipline and noise ...................................................................20 Car parking ...............................................................................................21 Daily schedule ...........................................................................................21 Fire and other emergencies.........................................................................21 Insurance ..................................................................................................22 Kitchen facilities (Student Kitchen) ..............................................................23 Laundry services ........................................................................................23 Living out ..................................................................................................23 Lockers .....................................................................................................24 Mail ..........................................................................................................24 Meal packages and coupons .......................................................................24 Mealtimes .................................................................................................24 Money: location and opening times of the Student Accounts Office ..............25 Money: registration fee ..............................................................................25 Money: loans ............................................................................................26 Money: school fee payments ......................................................................26
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45 Money: unpaid School bills.........................................................................27 46 Money: payment address ...........................................................................27 47 Notice boards, VLE, Moodle and Lobby Screen ............................................27 48 Parties and events......................................................................................27 49 Personal security........................................................................................29 50 Reception services .....................................................................................29 51 Recreation facilities and social events ..........................................................29 52 Registration and Registrars Office ..............................................................30 53 No smoking policy/campus ........................................................................31 54 Staff of the School .....................................................................................31 55 Storage .....................................................................................................33 56 Student rooms check in and check out......................................................34 57 Student rooms general rules ....................................................................35 58 Student rooms repairs .............................................................................35 59 Student rooms room change ..................................................................366 60 Visas.........................................................................................................36 61 Visitor facilities ..........................................................................................36 62 Career and Internship Services ....................................................................37 63 Do I need to do an internship? ...................................................................38 64 When should I do my internship? ...............................................................38 65 Where can I do my internship? ...................................................................39 66 How do I apply for an internship? ...............................................................40 67 How is my internship assessed? ..................................................................41 68 What about interviews? .............................................................................42 69 What is an internship contract?....................... ...........................................43 70 What is the Code of Practice during internships? .........................................45 71 Charges & costs for internships ...................................................................45 72 Alumni.....................................................................................................46 73 Student Representative Council..................................................................47 APPENDIX 1: STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL JOB DESCRIPTIONS ....................54 APPEMDIX 2: SERVICE/HOUSEKEEPING DUTY TEAM JOB DESCRIPTIONS..................54 APPENDIX 3: DUTY MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION ....................................................57 APPENDIX 4: ROOM CHECK FORM .........................................................................58
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IMI Student Handbook: 2013 Spring Principles of hospitality:

GREETING MANNER GROOMING CULTURAL INTEGRATION COMMUNICATE To all guests, visitors, faculty, staff and Good Morning your peers. Good Afternoon Good Evening Always be polite, courteous, friendly A smile is essential and and help others. costs nothing. Look smart and professional. Create a good impression and maintain your self-respect. With Swiss culture and other national cultures. In English with all nationalities. In the foreign language you are learning when appropriate and possible. Respect everyone around you and also your environment - for example, switch off lights when not in use, no loud noise and pick up litter. To take responsibility for your learning actions and surroundings. On your motivation, performance, achievements and challenges. Better to be overdressed than underdressed. Make the most of IMIs varied international culture. Communication and languages are vital if you want to succeed in the hospitality industry. Respect others and earn their respect in return. Life-long learning is the key to success. Personal and professional development (PDP) is a process of continuous improvement.
RESPECT
LEARN REFLECT
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Section A: Alphabetical Directory of Academic Matters

1) Attendance, punctuality and absence from class:
Attendance at all scheduled activities is compulsory (lectures, excursions, project days, meetings, graduation, and practical evening or weekend duties). Students must be punctual at lectures (classes) and the following applies: Students in all classes will be marked late if they arrive after the register has been taken at the start of every class and up to 10 minutes. A student who arrives after 10 minutes may be asked to return for the next hour. This is dependent on the lecturers judgement depending on the nature of the lesson plan (e.g. immediate group work, assessment etc). In all cases, for every hour missed (1 or 2) the student will be marked absent for that hour.
Students must conform to the dress code and all other School professional codes, and have required materials ready. Students not appropriately dressed to School standards will not be allowed in class and will be marked absent from class. Attendance is recorded using a register maintained by the Unit Leader. Students must be present on duty days. When specified, attendance is also compulsory for all organised hotel recruitment presentations, internship or job interviews, other organisational visits and industry speakers either as part of class or as an additional session. Failure to attend will result in a significant reduction in Professional Attitude points and any requests for a personal reference from any member of academic staff will not be granted. Attendance is the responsibility of the student. Students should self-manage their absences. In other words manage your attendance carefully and leave days for interviews and sickness at the end of semester. It is recognised, however, that some flexibility is required to allow for illness, interviews or travel which is prescribed as below: 10 credit unit: 4 hrs absences permitted 20 or 40 credit unit: 8 hrs absences permitted
A student who fails to attend more than four hours of a 24-hour unit, or 8 hours of a unit of greater length, will be discussed at the Attendance Committee Hearing, chaired by the Dean and attended by the undergraduate and postgraduate Programme Leaders, at the end of the semester. A student in such a situation may be required to attend this hearing. In severe cases, the release of marks and graduation may be postponed until the next Exam Board. In serious extenuating circumstances only (e.g. hospitalisation, long-term illness, etc.) will an exemption be granted and should be processed using the Extenuating Factors form available from your Programme Leader. The completed form should be submitted to your Programme Leader who will present it to the Extenuating Factors Committee, chaired by the Dean and attended by the undergraduate and postgraduate Programme Leaders, at the end of the Semester.
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2) Calendar and timetables:
The semester and exam timetables for each course are available on the Moodle. These are updated with events such as visiting speakers and company visits throughout the year. Please ensure your familiarity with the semester and exam timetables and check these regularly for updates.
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Classrooms:
Except for laptop rooms, classrooms are out of bounds after the last afternoon class. If students wish to use a classroom outside of normal hours they should request permission of the Duty Supervisor at Reception to use a room. Students using such a room are entirely responsible for ensuring its cleanliness and integrity. Wireless Internet (Wi-Fi) is available throughout the School. It is not permitted to bring food, drink or mobile telephones into classrooms or to smoke in these rooms. Students who fail to observe these regulations will be penalised under the Professional Attitude System and/or IMIs disciplinary procedure. It is not permitted to reserve tables for classes at any time. It is not permitted to use the meeting room unless for exceptional circumstances and only by management approval.
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Counsellor for students:
For any personal requests and problems students may contact the Student Counsellor, Mrs. Jeanett Mikkelsen. All matters will be dealt with in strict confidence. Mrs Mikkelsen can be contacted either by telephone (041 349 64 00) or by e-mail, [email protected]. Appointments can be made in advance or Mrs Mikkelsen can be approached when on campus, subject to her other commitments at that time.
5)
Courses undergraduate courses:
Undergraduate Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma and Batchelor of Arts (BA) courses are validated by The Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), UK and students successfully completing those courses are awarded qualifications by MMU and/or IMI. IMI awards its own BA (Ordinary) degrees in International Hotel Management, International Tourism Management, International Hotel and Events Management, International Hotel and Tourism Management, International Tourism and Events Management, European Culinary Management, Restaurant Management and Hospitality Entrepreneurship. These are awarded, as appropriate, to all students who successfully obtain 80 credits of the MMU BA Honours degree and also complete all other aspects of the MMU BA course.
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Courses postgraduate courses:
IMI has four postgraduate courses, ie, the Postgraduate Diploma in International Hotel and Events Management, the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Swiss Hotel Management, the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Hotel, Health and Spa Management and the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Hospitality Management. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Hospitality Management is validated by MMU.
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7) Courses and Codes:
NA IIEC UEPC Foundation CMHT Level 3 Level 4 DMHT Level 5 HDHM HDTM HDHE HDTE HDHT HDCM HDRM HDHEnt BAHM BATM BAHE BATE BAHT BACM BARM BAHEnt Foundation PGHE Level M Level M MBAS Level M MBAH Level M MBHM
Course codes - Undergraduate programmes Pre-semester Intensive English Course (1 month) University English Preparatory Course (3 months) First academic semester Certificate in International Hotel and Tourism Management Second academic Diploma in International Hotel and Tourism semester Management Third academic Higher Diploma in International Hotel Management semester Higher Diploma in International Tourism Management Higher Diploma in International Hotel and Events Management Higher Diploma in International Tourism and Events Management Higher Diploma in International Hotel and Tourism Management Higher Diploma in European Culinary Management Higher Diploma in Restaurant Management Higher Diploma in Hospitality Entrepreneurship Fourth academic BA (Hons) in International Hotel Management (degree) semester BA (Hons) in International Tourism Management BA (Hons) in International Hotel and Events Management BA (Hons) in International Tourism and Events Management BA (Hons) in International Hotel and Tourism Management BA (Hons) in European Culinary Management BA (Hons) in Restaurant Management BA (Hons) in Hospitality Entrepreneurship Course codes - Postgraduate programmes 1st academic semester Postgraduate Diploma in International Hotel and Events Management 1st Academic semester MBA in Swiss Hotel Management 1st Academic semester MBA in International Hotel, Health and Spa Management 1st and 2nd academic MBA in International Hospitality Management semesters
Level 6
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Courses quality assurance of courses and programmes:
For all courses, rigorous quality assurance procedures are in place. IMI has international standard ISO 9000: 2001 for organizational quality assurance and also EDUQUA, the Swiss quality assurance standard for further education courses. All courses validated by The MMU are subject to initial, subsequent and continuing review according to the Universitys procedures. All IMI validated courses are subject to similar procedures. Each course has a Definitive Programme Document and these may be inspected upon application to the Dean.
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9) Courses external examiners:
All courses in the School have independent External Examiners who check the standard of student coursework and examinations. For programmes validated by MMU the External Examiners are appointed by MMU and make a report to MMU after every date of examinations. The External Examiners are as follows: Certificate, Diplomas, Higher Diplomas and BA Degrees: Professor Kevin Hannon (Senior Examiner, Tourism) and Mrs Isabel Hodgson, (Senior Examiner, Events and Hospitality). MBA International Hospitality Management: Professor Patricia Wood. Postgraduate Diploma, MBA in Swiss Hotel Management and MBA in International Hotel, Health and Spa Management: New appointment to be made.
10) Courses academic regulations and associated IT requirements for course:

Details of all academic regulations for courses, including assessment procedures are contained in Definitive Programme Documents and in the Schools Teaching, Learning and Assessment Policy, copies of which are available upon application to the Dean. For all undergraduate courses validated by The Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), the regulations outlined in MMUs Regulations for Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes of Study are followed. Copies of these regulations are available on application to the Dean or on the MMU website. All students must be in possession of a laptop/notebook computer. It should be configured with the appropriate and standard software programmes which are specified in our IT and Computing Information for IMI Students document, available via moodle. Please contact our IT Manager, Mr Christoph Kuebler [email protected] for more information.
11) Dress code, uniforms, grooming and appearance:

Dress code, uniforms, grooming and appearance are all assessed as part of Professional Attitude (see section in this handbook on professional attitude), therefore please read the following carefully. Compliance with the School Code of Practice on matters of dress, uniforms, grooming and appearance will be assessed by academic staff on the exception principle (i.e. reduced marks for non compliance). The Code of Practice is as follows. 11.1) GENERAL DRESS CODE: IMI does not have a uniform. All students of IMI are required during the working day and at certain other times (special occasions) to wear smart, dark business dress. Appearance must be immaculate and clothes must be absolutely clean and properly ironed or pressed. Smart business dress is defined as: Female Students: Dark grey, black or navy blue business suit with or without pinstripe and plain white blouse only, with appropriate dark or tan stockings or tights and dark plain shoes. School tie/scarf for all except BA, PGHM and MBA students. No jeans or casual clothes are allowed. Male Students: Dark grey, black or navy blue business suit with or without pinstripe and plain white shirt only, with tie (School tie/scarf for all except BA, PGHM and MBA students), dark socks and dark plain shoes. No jeans or casual clothes are allowed.
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Please also note: during teaching weeks business dress must be worn at all times from Monday Friday 08.00 15.30 without exception in all public areas. This includes classes, lunch on weekdays and educational excursions. The dress code must also be followed during the examination period for examinations and lunch times. only when leaving the campus, before 08.00 and after 17.30 and at the weekends can students wear casual clothing for leisure purposes; students may remove jackets/blazers when in the dining room at lunchtime and during warm weather but should always wear their jackets/blazers when moving around the School; female students do not have to wear stockings or tights during hot weather. partial business dress/uniform should never be worn, students should be in full business dress or smart casual wear if leaving the campus; long sleeved shirts worn with smart business dress/uniform must not at any time be rolled up from the cuff except for certain duties (see professional uniforms below); business dress/uniforms must at all times be complete and impeccably clean and tidy; female students are not allowed to wear miniskirts or ankle socks; the dress code forbids the wearing of boots at any time; in winter, only un-patterned, V-neck pullovers or cardigans of the same colour as your suit may be worn; where a School tie and/or scarf is provided, it is paid for as part of the School Registration Fee once only on joining the School. Students are responsible for bringing all other uniform items to Switzerland replacement ties/scarves are available for purchase; when in business dress all students should have with them their ID card. Under no circumstances should the photograph or any other part of the identity card be tampered with or otherwise modified. If you lose your identity card a replacement will be issued at a cost of CHF 20; students are not allowed to wear the following in the public areas of the School at any time: pyjamas, bedroom slippers, baseball caps (all students) or other headwear (male students); vests or sleeveless garments of any kind (the last applies to the School dining rooms only). Students are only permitted to wear shorts at evening meals and meals at weekends. Shorts must be of the Bermuda type, i.e. extending to the knee. casual clothing with obscene language should not be worn; no sunglasses are to be worn in School unless for medical reasons; any article of School uniform or casual clothing that displays pictures, logos or designs is not allowed; any article of clothing that is transparent or exposes the midriff, navel or cleavage is not allowed; no bathing suits; students are not permitted to be barefoot at anytime; students are not permitted to wear military uniforms on campus. 11.2) PROFESSIONAL UNIFORMS. Professional uniforms are to be worn during kitchen and service practical lessons, as well as during all duties. Long sleeved shirts worn with professional uniform must not at any time be rolled up from the cuff except when undertaking washing duties. Students are not allowed to wear professional uniforms outside the School Campus unless on specific, authorized, occasions. The student identity/name card must be kept with you at all times when on School premises. Students are required to bring their own long sleeved white shirt/blouse, black trousers/skirt and black shoes for either service or as business dress.
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The kitchen uniform (with the exception of kitchen shoes) for CMHT students and service uniform (black vest/waistcoat and bow tie) are loaned to students on arrival at IMI and must be returned to IMI, or paid for if lost or damaged, at the end of the semester. The only exception is for HDCM and BACM students who will be allowed to keep their kitchen uniform which are specially embroidered. In addition, kitchen knives for culinary students only will also be loaned without any payment, but again they must be returned to IMI at the end of the semester. Kitchen uniform for both men and women is the same and includes; blue and white hounds tooth trousers; plain long sleeved white jacket; white jacket support; white jacket buttons; white kitchen shoes/clogs; and white scarf. Hairnets or kitchen hats and none slip shoes must be worn at all times during kitchen practicals and by all students when working on the servery in the main dining area. 11.3) GROOMING. All students are not permitted to have inappropriately coloured hair (e.g. red, blue, green etc). Male students must not have their hair touching the shirt collar and should shave each working day. Only small discrete beards and moustaches are allowed (full beards and moustaches are permitted only where religious observance requires it): Please note: students are not permitted to grow beards or moustaches during the semester as this will be seen as the equivalent of being unshaven. Female students with long hair must tie it in a ponytail during practicals/duties. No students are allowed to wear coloured nail polish during the working day (08.00 17.30) or for duties. 11.4) PERSONAL ADORNMENT AND DECORATION. Students are only allowed to wear the following small amount of discreet jewellery before 17.30 hours: one small earring only in each ear; one signet ring (or if appropriate one engagement and one wedding band); one discreet necklace or neck chain; and one discreet wristband. No nasal (unless for religious reasons) facial, eyebrow or tongue studs are permitted. No tattoos, whether permanent or impermanent are allowed on any part of the body that may be publicly displayed. Ankle bands should not be worn except for religious reasons.
12) Duties:
As part of their practical training, CMHT, DMHT, HD, BA and PGHE students are assigned duties by Chef Leonard. For duties, students must be punctual, clean, immaculately dressed, well groomed and self-disciplined. All duties must be performed as scheduled and to agreed standards unless medical or other compassionate evidence is produced. Students who fail to attend duties will perform the missed duty plus an additional duty at a time designated by the appropriate member of staff. Upon the second missed duty students will be fined a penalty of 30CHF. Repeated non compliance will result in an accumulation of penalties of 30CHF for each duty missed. The fines are not a replacement for the duties as the students who are fined would still be expected to complete their duties from the original schedule. No duties are to be changed without the prior approval of the relevant responsible lecturer (Chef Leonard) and the Duty Supervisors using the appropriate form available from Reception. Students will be asked to perform the following duties: Duty Manager; Service; Meeting Room and Housekeeping. The Duty Team consists of a: Duty Manager, who is in charge of the overall performance of the team; a service team; and a housekeeping team. The job descriptions for the service and housekeeping team are shown in Appendix 1. The job description for the duty manager is shown in Appendix 2. Duty Manager checklists are available in the Duty File or can be viewed in the Main Dining Room. Specific duties assigned to students can be viewed on the duties notice board.
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13) Examinations and coursework appeals against marking:

Good communication between academic staff and students helps to minimize disputes over marking. Students should ensure that they are fully aware of the marking conventions used in the school (see point 15 below). However, if disagreements do occur, it is School policy to provide a mechanism whereby a student may formally appeal against lecturers decisions relating to marked work. All students should note however that the School operates a policy whereby a sample of all examinations and coursework is second marked to ensure fairness and consistency. Extensive samples of coursework and examinations are also reviewed each semester by the External Examiners. The aim of the procedure described here is to resolve any dispute amicably and at an early a stage as possible. At each stage in the procedure both the lecturer and the student shall retain the right to present their argument. These steps are to be followed when making an academic complaint. All materials under consideration at each step will be forwarded to the appropriate parties at the next procedural level. In the event of course-related complaints or disputes, the student must first appeal to his/her lecturer for a resolution to the matter and must do so within 7 days after receiving the result. Exceptions may be granted in the case of extenuating circumstances. If a complaint or dispute is not satisfactorily resolved, the student may appeal to the Dean. The appeal should be made in writing stating the specific issues. The lecturer will be asked to respond briefly in writing to the AD.
14) Examinations and coursework grading:

The grading system for all assessment forms in the Institute is as follows (see also point 26.3). Percentage 90% or more 80-89% 70% or more 60-69% 50-59% 40-49% 0-39% Letter grade (except MBHM; FESC, IIEC and UPEC) Letter grade (MBHM) Letter grade FESC, IIEC and UPEC) A B C D F (Fail)
A B C D F (Fail)
A B C F (Fail)
15)
Examinations and coursework undergraduate degree classifications:
Degree classifications are determined using Manchester Metropolitan Universitys profiling system. The classification is made based only on the level 6 (final BA semester) units as follows:
Credit profile (from 120 at level 6) At least 60 credits with marks 70% and a further 40 credits with marks 60% At least 60 credits with marks 60% and a further 40 credits with marks 50% At least 60 credits with marks 50% At least 60 credits with marks 40% At least 60 credits with marks 35% Together with a minimum average mark in level 6 units of 68% 58% 48% 38% 34% Honours Classification Awarded First Class Upper Second (2:1) Lower Second (2:2) Third Class
Below Honours
Pass Degree
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16) Examinations and coursework post examination status:
After each Examination Board, students will be advised of their status by pass lists on the School notice board or in the case of re-sits by letter. The examination status positions will be one or a combination of the following. Award (A) (signifies that the academic qualification is granted subject to the satisfaction of internship and other requirements and that, where appropriate, a student may proceed to the next, higher level course) Incomplete (I) (signifies the student has not met requirements for the completion of the course). No degree entry (NDE) (applies to Higher Diploma students and signifies that the student has not achieved the necessary standard of performance to proceed to the BA degree course). Suspend (S) (signifies that the student must re-sit certain examinations or assignments in order to qualify for an Award and before proceeding to the next higher level course). Withdraw (W) (signifies that the student has failed two-thirds or more of the available assessments and is not permitted to take the Award or to Proceed but must withdraw entirely from the course including any associated internship)
17) Examinations and coursework re-sits:

All students who are required to re-sit failed subjects to achieve their award must complete unit requirements within one calendar year. Resit examinations must be taken on the date or dates and location specified by IMI. All re-sit coursework must be submitted to and at IMI on the date or dates specified by IMI. This includes the resubmission for dissertations. Students taking re-sits are only permitted to achieve a pass mark of 40% (50% MBHM). Failure to attempt an assessment without an approved good reason (e.g. expectation of failure) will be recorded as a fail, a re-sit is then required at a cost of 100CHF (Dissertation BC021 CHF250) and the mark be capped at 40%/50%. A student who needs to retake an examination or coursework assignment must register on the appropriate form by the stated deadline and pay to the student accounts office the re-sit fee of CHF100 per examination/element of coursework and CHF250 for a dissertation re-submission. Students who do not meet these deadlines may not be permitted to take re-sit assessments. All students retaking assessments should in any case stay in close contact with the lecturers of the units(s) they have failed in order to maintain learning support. All examination papers are filed for 6 months. Complaints expressed afterwards will not be taken into consideration. A candidate for reassessment may not demand reassessment in elements which are no longer current in the course. The Board of Examiners may, at its discretion, make such special arrangements as it deems appropriate in cases where it is not practical for students to be reassessed in the same elements and by the same methods as at the first attempt. Please note: As a general rule, all students have a right to a first resit attempt. However, any second resit attempt allowed is dependent on a student engaging with the first resit attempt. Any resit can only be offered after an exam board has considered student marks.
18) Examinations and coursework distinctions:

A student who in any course (except the BA degrees) obtains an overall average of 70% or greater will be awarded their qualification with a letter of distinction.
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19) Excursions code of conduct:
Excursions and educational visits are arranged throughout the semester. Students should take note of and conform to the following. There are two types of excursions at IMI: Professional, educational excursions linked to a specific unit which are planned as part of the units taught at IMI and are aimed at helping students development and application of theories studied in class; Cultural school excursions organised to venues IMI sees as benefiting students knowledge. 19.1) Professional excursions: link the School with various industry partners who welcome students into their operations. They portray IMIs image to these important contacts. They may also help employers form an opinion of IMI students as potential employees. Remember: the company visited is investing time for the benefit of the students. As such: As much as possible, and when applicable, professional excursions will be built into the assessment framework for the module. At the very least students will be asked to make a short oral or written report on the professional excursion, highlighting what was learned. Preparation before the visit is important and students should, whenever possible, gather information about the property/company being visited by studying the companys website or reading brochures. All excursions begin and end at the School and students should obtain prior permission from the accompanying lecturer(s) if they want to join or leave the excursion at any other points. To all excursions, students should bring pen and paper (note pad) so they can take notes, but should not have bags and coats - these can be left at the school, in the minibuses or coaches or with the concierge (when applicable). Excursions take place during school time and students are therefore expected to communicate at all times in English. 19.2) The following regulations also apply to all industry excursions without exception: No smoking is allowed on the premises of an excursion venue or in the transport provided. All students should be in uniform or smart business dress. Overcoats should only be worn to and from the location in question and not during the visit. Mobile phones and pagers are to be switched off throughout the excursion and not used on any premises that are the venue for an excursion. At all times when present at the venue for an excursion, students behaviour should evidence exemplary maturity. Students should show respect for their host and avoid touching anything, unless invited to do so by the person responsible for the tour. Students should take the opportunity to ask polite and relevant questions to develop their understanding as well as show interest in the excursion.
Failure to comply with the codes of conduct outlined above may lead to disciplinary action being taken and/or to a substantial reduction in professional attitude points.
20) Exemption from courses, units or semesters:

Students may, for a number of reasons, be granted exemptions from one or more of the following.
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Please note that NO discount on fees of any kind is given for students who are exempted from any of the following. 20.1) Specific unit exemption: Exemption from units is dependent on Course Regulations and reference should be made to the Definitive Programme Documentation to establish if exemptions are allowed at all. At present, subject to a Programme Leaders and the Deans discretion, and in addition to exemption from English if the School English test administered at the start of the semester is passed, one exemption is permitted in the Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma courses, no exemptions are permitted in the BA degree or any MBA. Where exemptions are granted, students will be exempt from a unit if they have studied the subject to the same or higher level and successfully completed the course at a recognised institution. Students must provide proof detailing the subject studied and the final grade obtained. Students may also be asked for details of equivalent unit content. In exceptional circumstances students will be given exemption from a unit if they have gained substantial industrial experience in a relevant area. Students who wish to apply for an exemption must complete an Exemption Application Form (available from Reception) and each case will be judged on an individual basis. The form must be submitted to the appropriate Programme Leader within the first 4 weeks of the semester. After this period, no exemptions will be granted. 20.2) Internship exemption: An exemption from an internship, where it is compulsory, will only be made if the student has completed a period of work experience of at least the equivalent length of a standard period of internship. In order to meet IMI requirements, the internship duration must be of a minimum 20 consecutive weeks at full-time hours. To qualify for an exemption, the student must be able to provide proof of any previous work experience in the form of a document or reference letter from the internship/work place. Furthermore, the work experience must relate to the course and must be of a level that is deemed appropriate to allow the student maximum learning from the experience. Evidence of such experience must be submitted to the Head of Internships, Careers and Alumni for consideration. 20.3) Language exemption: A language exemption, from English, French, German or all three, will only be granted under the following conditions: the students mother tongue is either English, French or German, the student has studied English, French or German to a level that is deemed superior to that taught at IMI and it is felt that the student would not gain from language study at IMI. The level of fluency in English, French or, German will be tested before an exemption is granted. If a student is exempted from French or German language he or she must study the other language option, unless the students level of fluency in both languages is deemed high enough to allow a total language exemption. 20.4) Semester: This applies to students who wish to gain exemption from the Diploma or Higher Diploma Semester. Students will only be granted exemption if they have studied and successfully completed similar courses at a recognised institution and/or have gained substantial industrial experience which is deemed by the undergraduate Programme Leader, on the basis of accreditation of prior learning, as sufficient to allow the student exemption from the course.
21) Graduation:
21.1) Attendance at graduation: Attendance at graduation is optional. However, all students are expected to attend graduation unless they apply for and receive an in absentia approval. If you wish to be excused from graduation, you must write to Mr Frapin-Beaug, giving a reason as to why you wish to be excused, by no later than 4 weeks before the advertised graduation date. This applies only to students who in any semester are following a course of instruction, and not to students on internship.
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Students with outstanding fees, penalties or any other payments on the Monday of Graduation week, will not be able to go on stage for Graduation. They cannot collect their transcripts and any certificates until full payment has been received.
22) Conditions for an award being presented:

For all awards, school fees, library and any other charges must be paid in full in addition to the criteria given below. 22.1) For the award of the Foundation English Studies Course, University English Preparatory Course and the Certificate of Intensive English students must: have completed all forms of assessment; achieve an average mark of at least 60% across all assessments.
22.2) For the award of the Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma students must: have completed all required forms of assessment; acquire 120 credits by passing all subjects subject to condonement (see section on condonement below); have passed Personal Development Planning (PDP); have a final overall average mark of at least 40%. For entry onto any Bachelors degree course, all units at Higher Diploma level must be passed and an overall academic average of 40% achieved; if any of these courses is their exit award (the qualification with which they leave) they must have completed at least one period of internship (unless exempt) and had it evaluated. Certificate, Diploma and Higher Diploma students have to complete at least one period of internship at some point during the programme and will not receive any original academic certificates until this requirement is met; For Postgraduate Diploma students the internship is optional, unless they register for an internship, in which case it becomes an integral part of the course and it must be completed and evaluated. 22.3) For BA (Honours) Degrees students must: have met the conditions for entry to the degree; have completed all required forms of assessment; acquired 180 credits by passing all units (including any condoned units). satisfy the prevailing Manchester Metropolitan University regulations which are notified to students at the commencement of each semester in the Regulations for Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes of Study; have completed at least one period of internship (unless exempt) and had it evaluated by the IMI Intership/Careers Department. Students passing only 80 credits of the BA (Hons) programmes will be eligible for the award of a Pass Degree in their chosen pathway. 22.4) For the Master of Business Administration (MBA)in Swiss Hotel Management and Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Health and Spa Management students must: have met the conditions for entry to either degree; have completed all required forms of assessment; acquired 120 credits by passing all units (including any condoned units);
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for MBA students, the internship is optional, unless they register for an internship, in which case it becomes an integral part of the course and it must be completed and evaluated by the IMI Intership/Careers Department.
22.5) For the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Hospitality Management MMU students must: have met the conditions for entry to the MBHM degree; have completed all required forms of assessment; acquired 180 credits by passing all units (including any condoned units); For MBA students, the internship is optional, unless they register for an internship, in which case it becomes an integral part of the course and it must be completed and evaluated by the IMI Intership/Careers Department. 22.6) Condonement: For all courses the Board of Examiners may condone to pass level up to 40 failed credits. Condonement can only be applied if the overall average mark is 40% (50% in the MBHM) and there is no single unit mark below 35% (45% in the MBHM), and the Board of Examiners is satisfied that the student has achieved the intended learning outcomes of the course.
23) Language:
The language of instruction at IMI is English. IMI values and promotes cultural diversity, including interpersonal communication in mother tongues. However, in order to promote personal confidence in use of English, students are required to use English as much as possible in public transactions with others and always in business hours (between 08.00 and 17.30).
24) Library rules:

The School Library is one of the best specialist collections on hospitality and tourism in Europe and is complemented by online journal access through the Emerald and Science Direct. Please also note that IMI holds a subscription to the Institute of Hospitality: information concerning access can also be found on Moodle under the library section. Use of the library is conditional on the rules being obeyed. The Librarian has the right to refer any breaches of the rules to a Programme Leader or the Dean for disciplinary action. Library times are displayed and are to be respected. The last issue of books and last return of books will be 15 minutes before the stated closing time. Books returned after this time will be recorded as a next day return and therefore will incur a penalty if the normal loan period is exceeded. Students must present their student card when borrowing books. Library users are responsible for material borrowed and will be required to pay for any damage or loss. It is forbidden to write in any library books, journals or other written media. Silence is required in the library. Mobile phones are not allowed in library. Persons causing unnecessary disturbance may be required to leave. Students may take one notepad or notebook into the library together with appropriate writing instruments and loose leafs of paper (e.g. Unit Handouts). No coats, bags, folders of any description, or indeed any other carrier, are permitted in the Library. A small coat rack is available outside the Library for these elements. The Librarian has the right to check your belongings before leaving the Library even if you are not borrowing books. Any student found trying to illicitly remove Library stock will be instantly dismissed from the School. As IMI is a no smoking building, smoking is not allowed in the library. No food or drink should be taken into the library. Students are only allowed to borrow 3 books in total at one time, with the exception of degree
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and MBA students who are allowed to borrow 4 books in total. Students are only allowed to sign for books themselves and not for other students. The normal loan period is 3 days. However, there are other loan periods available (e.g. short loan books and week loan books). Please pay attention to the return date which is stamped on the back cover of the book. Reference material and periodicals are not available for loan. A book can be renewed unless it has been requested. Books must be returned to the library to be renewed. Books can only be kept for two weeks by the same borrower (unless there are other copies of the book on the library shelf). Books which are on loan from the library can be reserved on a reservation form. A penalty of CHF2 per day per item is imposed after the normal loan period has expired. If an item is overdue more than one day the penalty will increase by CHF5 per item per day e.g. day one = CHF2; day 2 = CHF7; day 3 = CHF12 and so on. Penalties are to be paid in cash and will not be deducted from student deposits. If an item is overdue for more than 14 days, the student will be charged the amount of the penalty plus the selling price of the item. Borrowing rights will be removed from students who owe penalties until such time as those penalties are paid. The awarding of any qualification will be deferred until all penalties have been paid and books returned. Students on internship in the Luzern area only are allowed to borrow books. They will have the following options: (1) borrowing 1 book for a period of a week or (2) borrowing 2 or 3 books for the normal borrowing period of 3 days. Other internship students may use the Library for reference purposes only.
25) Plagiarism, cheating and other forms of academic dishonesty:

Academic dishonesty, such as cheating, falsification, etc., will result in serious sanctions against the offender. IMI applies the Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) rules on cheating to all its courses, and on plagiarism to all its undergraduate and postgraduate courses: details may be found in the MMU Regulations for Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes of Study. Penalties for plagiarism are clearly indicated therein. Further information on plagiarism is contained in the A Basic Guide to Core Academic Skills available on Moodle. IMI also use specific software to help identify instances of plagiarism. 25.1) What is cheating?: Cheating is: Communicating with or copying from any other candidate during an examination except insofar as the examination regulations may specifically permit this, e.g. group assessments. Communicating during an examination with any person other than the invigilator(s) or other authorised members of staff. Introducing into the examination room or in possession of any written or printed material(s) or any electronically stored information unless expressly permitted by the examination and/or assessment regulations. Gaining access to any unauthorised material relating to an examination prior to or during an examination. Being in possession of or obtaining access to a copy of an examination question paper in advance of the date and time for its authorised release (this covers both seen and unseen papers). 25.2) What is Plagiarism?: Plagiarism is a specific and especially pernicious form of cheating. Plagiarism is the wilful representation of another persons work, without acknowledgement of the source, as ones own or the deliberate and unacknowledged incorporation in a students work of
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material derived from the work (published or otherwise) of another. The following extract from Graham and Bennett (1998: 113) Human Resource Management, is used as an example to show what plagiarism is: It is essential to achieve a good fit between worker and job; one of the aims of human resources management is to see that employees are working in jobs which are suitable for them and that their jobs are designed with due regard to the abilities and limitations of the employee. Examples of plagiarism include: The unacknowledged inclusion of more than a single phrase from another persons work without the use of quotation marks; e.g. It is essential to achieve a good fit between worker and job. The correct way to reference this statement is: According to Graham and Bennett (1998:113) it is essential to achieve a good fit between worker and job. The unacknowledged summarising of another persons work by simply changing a few words or altering the order of presentation; e.g. Human resource management aims to see that employees work in jobs which are appropriate for them. The correct way to reference this example is: According to Graham and Bennett (1998: 113) human resource management aims to see that employees work in jobs which are appropriate for them. The unacknowledged and/or unauthorised use of the ideas of another; e.g. placing an employee in a job that considers both their abilities and limitations is an important part of the human resource function. Making sure that the employee and job are well matched is necessary. The correct way to reference this statement is: According to Graham and Bennett (1998: 113) placing an employee in a job that considers both their abilities and limitations is an important part of the human resource function. They believe that making sure that the employee and job are well matched is necessary. Copying the work of another person with or without that persons knowledge or agreement and presenting it as ones own. Presenting students earlier own work, which was done within the other academic assignment (earlier studies, other modules) is also considered as plagiarism.
26) Principles of hospitality:

IMI subscribes to important Principles of Hospitality: which is in line with the hospitality industry and creates a professional and pleasant environment at IMI. You can make a difference by following the Principles of Hospitality code of practice every day. NB: Definition of hospitality friendly and welcoming to strangers and guests, pleasing and favourable environment to live in. (Oxford Dictionary 2001).
27) Professional attitude:

Professional attitude focuses on the application of life skills and competencies and derives from our commitment to certain principles of hospitality as shown in point 48 above and the need to ensure: (a) harmonious co-habitation in a small School peopled by representatives of many different cultures; (b) the safety of residents of the School; and (c) compliance with Swiss legal requirements. At IMI professional attitude is a matter of guided self-development involving assessment of the following. Behaviour, discipline and noise. Adherence to the School Dress, Uniform, Grooming and Appearance Code. Adherence to the general rules concerning student rooms.
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Contribution to the community, for example, contribution to management of the School, e.g. formally, through undertaking tasks assigned by staff members from time to time; membership of the Student Representative Council; library assistantships; and assisting in events organization, and informally, through supporting the School, friends and colleagues.
The PA system applies to all students. The pass mark is 40 marks and the final PA mark is included on all transcripts and School references as an indicator to employers and other external parties of the professional attitude standard achieved by students. At the commencement of each semester, students commence with 80 PA points which are enhanced or reduced according to their contribution or neglect as described above. A member of academic staff is responsible for co-ordinating PA marks, this is currently Mr Currie, the Undergraduate Programme Leader. 27.1) Compulsory Attendance Events/Excursions: Students should be aware that IMI is proactive in arranging Industry Visitors through events such as Career Days and also endeavors to arrange visits to Swiss Tourism and Hospitality Businesses either as part of formal study or through additional excursions. Where industry visitors give presentations or additional excursions are provided at IMI they may be made compulsory for students to attend. These events/excursions either academic or otherwise are advertised well in advance in order that students are fully aware of them. Failure to attend compulsory events/excursions will result in the student losing substantial PA marks (currently the penalty is -30).
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Section B: Alphabetical directory of general rules, services and facilities

28) Accidents and illness:
During their studies on school premises, students are insured against illness and accidents. You will be provided with an insurance notice on the risks which are covered. You are strongly advised to read this. First aid kits are to be found in the Reception and kitchen store. Appointments with Dr. med. Bernhard Hfliger & Dr. med. Annette Frischkopf can be made through Reception at Kastanienbaum. Please note, the Permanence Medical Centre at the train station (Bahnhof), Luzern, is for EMERGENCIES ONLY. Students should inform reception if they are ill or need to see adoctor. Note: Students should take responsibility for their own attendance. A maximum absence of 8 hrs per 20 credit unit and 4 hrs per 10 credit unit is permitted within the attendance requirements. This includes illness, interviews and holidays.
29) Behaviour, discipline and noise:

Behaviour and discipline short of major disciplinary offences are assessed as part of Professional Attitude, therefore please read the following carefully. IMI expects the highest standards of behaviour and conduct from all its members, including student members. Positive and negative behaviour short of major disciplinary offences is subject to increases/decreases to the Professional Attitude (PA) Mark and/or a system of penalties. All penalties for disciplinary offences, duties (CHF30), etc, are 50% credited to the Student Representative Council budget and 50% to maintain school leisure and recreation facilities. Students who infringe rules and procedures will be given one verbal warning and/or their Professional Attitude mark will be reduced. Where a disciplinary offence is judged to require a more serious penalty a written warning (which will remain on the students file for a period of one year) may be issued without a verbal warning, and the student charged up to CHF300. Any further such disciplinary offence will result in either a final warning letter and/or an automatic penalty of CHF300 (which must be paid within seven days of the warning being issued and may be increased depending on the nature of the offence); and/or a request to live out; and/or a suspension for a period determined by the Dean; and/or expulsion from the School. Major disciplinary offences committed by a student will result in immediate expulsion. Disciplinary offences likely to attract the above penalties include, but are not limited to, loud or excessive noise, bullying of all kinds, harassment on the basis of gender, race or sexual orientation; serious vandalism; persistent failure to conform to School rules and procedures; the drinking of hard spirits; alcohol abuse; drug abuse and acts of personal aggression. Students are not allowed to consume alcohol in public areas at any time, from Sunday to Friday evening, unless for an approved party. In addition headphones MUST be worn when playing music on a lap top. Disciplinary offences that also constitute criminal offences in Switzerland will lead to instant dismissal from the School. Criminal offences include, among others, the use and sale of drugs (drug dealing) (which includes cannabis and similar substances which are illegal in Switzerland); theft; and certain types
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of physical violence. The school management will inform the Embassy of the students country in cases of criminal offences, or, in the case of Swiss citizens, the appropriate authorities. Damage to School property under any circumstances must be paid for by the student(s). The cost will depend on context and circumstances and will be determined by the School management team at the time. 29.1) Noise: It is forbidden to make loud or excessive noise after 22.00. Swiss law and IMI are quite strict about this point and it is anti-social relative to other members of the resident community. Any student(s) found to be making excessive noise within School or the local area after 22.00 will be subject to a severe disciplinary penalty and those who are reported on more than two occasions will be asked to live off-campus or be suspended from School (see point 29, 2nd paragraph above). To ensure that noise is kept to a minimum within School after 22.00, ensure you move about School quietly, close any windows in your room, do not sit in groups on the balconies and use headphones when listening to music.
30) Car parking:

All student cars, including hire cars, must be registered on the appropriate car registration form available from Reception. Students may park their cars in the School car park, but not in the School forecourt or in front of the main entrance (except for loading and unloading in which case permission should be sought from the Reception). Students who park their cars in the School forecourt will incur an automatic penalty of CHF30 per day or severe reduction in Professional Attitude marks without further notice.
31) Daily schedule:

Weekdays 07.00-07.20 08.00-12.00 11.30-12.30 13.30-17.30 18.30-19.30 Breakfast Lectures Lunch Lectures Dinner Week-ends, study week, revision week and public holidays 11.00-12.00 Brunch 18.00-18.45 Dinner
32) Fire and other emergencies:

During the first week of each intake students are briefed about emergency exits (fire doors, which are not to be used except in the case of emergency), and the steps to follow in case of fire. Smoke detectors are fitted in all IMI accommodation and must not be tampered with at anytime. Students must familiarise themselves with the instructions fixed behind each student room door as well as in public areas. Fire drills are conducted early in the semester. Students who activate the alarm system without good reason may be required to pay the cost of the emergency services arriving at School. Please note there is also a fire alarm system in the off-campus accommodation. The basic rules to observe in a fire are as follows: The first priority is to get out of the building immediately as soon as you hear the alarm. Stay calm and be purposeful at all times and use the nearest exit (not necessarily the School front entrance in your first days at School, locate the nearest exit to bedrooms and classrooms by checking the fire exit plans located in the corridors around the school). Remember, fire doors will automatically close. Also remember that the alarm will most probably be in the middle of the night when you are sleeping!
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Do not try to be a hero: just exit the building as soon as possible. The meeting point is in the main car park. Do not gather in the forecourt or on the road leading to the school as access will be required by the fire brigade. Do not collect any valuables or possessions; do not use the elevators; do not try and fight the fire unless it is absolutely necessary to ensure your escape. Do not open doors and windows if there is a fire in the room; air helps fires to grow. Do not cook in your room, light candles or overload the power supply. Remember smoking is the main reason why fires start in the first place; smoking is not allowed inside any IMI building. Do warn others as you leave the building, but do not delay your own escape to do so.
Treat fire alarms seriously as IMI has a duty to protect and care for its staff and students. Please note, students who set off the fire alarm either on campus or off campus will be charged a standard financial penalty of CHF1'000 and are likely to face additional disciplinary action.
33) Insurance: Health insurance is compulsory in Switzerland and personal insurance is recommended.
33.1) Swiss Federal Law, premiums and coverage for health insurance: Health insurance is compulsory for every student. Students are covered by this insurance for illness and accident cases during academic semesters, but not for dentists. We insure you between your month of arrival and the month of your departure date from the School premises. When consulting a doctor please make sure you show your IMI ID-card. Do not pay your doctors bills in cash, bring the invoice to the Student Accounts Office; we will deal with the case for you through the insurance company. 33.2) Cost: While studying in School, a so called franchise of CHF100 per calendar year has to be paid by you before the health insurance company pays the rest. This means that the first CHF100 of medical treatment is paid by you, anything more by the insurance company. IMI has negotiated a special deal also for students on internship. Under IMI's insurance plan you pay monthly premiums of CHF86 and there is CHF100 franchise (the first CHF100 of medical treatment is paid by you, anything more by the insurance company). However, to take advantage of this scheme, students must sign a contract and pay all monthly premiums (normally CHF480 or CHF560) in advance to IMI. Payment should be made when the internship contract is being signed. Most, but not all, medicines and treatments are paid for by insurance and if you need some exceptional treatments, you should consult the doctor. The School doctors, Dr Bernhard Hfliger and Dr Annette Frischkopf, are based in Horw and they and their staff speak excellent English and have extensive experience of dealing with IMI students. 33.3) Personal insurance: All students are recommended to obtain insurance for personal belongings such as lap-top computers, mobile phones etc. Such insurance can be obtained in Switzerland or from your home country. IMI cannot be held responsible for lost or stolen personal belongings.
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34) Kitchen facilities (Student Kitchen):
There is a small student kitchen at Kastanienbaum and in off-campus accommodation for self-catering. Regulations for the use of the Student Kitchen to ensure fairness are as follows. The Student Kitchen may only be used between the hours of 08.00 to 22.00. The key is available at Reception in return for a deposited ID card. No more than three students are allowed in the kitchen at any one time. A maximum of two hours is allotted to each student or group of students. The student or students using the Student Kitchen are responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen and the return of all utensils and items belonging to the kitchen. When returning the key the Duty Supervisor may make a thorough check of the kitchen. Any breakages or faulty equipment must be reported immediately. Any student or students who violate the rules and regulations shall be immediately expelled from the kitchen and shall not be given permission to use the kitchen again for the entire semester. School management and the Student Representative Council are jointly responsible for the use of the Student Kitchen and will monitor the use and conditions of the kitchen on a regular basis.
35)
Laundry services:
For the second semester DMHT and all Culinary students only, IMI washes and dries kitchen uniforms (once a week). Washing of private laundry can be done at the washing machines available for students, which are operated by smart cards that can be purchased from the Student Acc ounts Office at CHF40. This includes a Deposit of CHF20 (refundable), and CHF20 washing money (non-refundable). To exchange empty laundry cards with full ones please contact the Reception. The deposit is refunded at the Student Accounts Office only. No responsibility can be accepted for damage or loss of laundry cards. Dry cleaning can be done at local shops at students expense. Irons are available at Reception for a period of 5 hours and upon deposit of a student ID card. Failure to return the iron will result in a significant reduction in Professional Attitude marks.
36) Living out:

All students living in private accommodation must complete a form with their contact details within the first week of arriving at IMI. These forms are available at Reception. 36.1 Living off-campus (Hotel Central and the Villa) All students living off campus must keep their rooms/apartments and public areas clean and tidy at all times. Such accommodation is subject to the regulations in this student handbook regarding Student rooms check in and checkout and general rules. Failure to comply will be subject to the disciplinary procedures outlined earlier in this handbook and could result in a student(s) having to find their own accommodation (living out) for the rest of the semester. Students should also ensure that the kitchen is cleaned immediately after use in order to respect those students who wish to use the kitchen facilities after you and in order to maintain the condition of this area and apartment. Failure to comply on this particular point will result in the following action: Without notification IMI will organise a member of the Schools housekeeping team to clean the kitchen at a cost of CHF50 to all students residing within the apartment as required on a weekly basis. Only students allocated to IMI off-campus accommodation, instead of 1st choice on campus accommodation, will be provided a free public transportation pass (abonnement). Those students who rent private accommodation in the local area will have to cover the cost of transportation to the campus themselves. Those students after arriving at IMI and accommodated on the Kastanienbaum
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campus, who then request or wish to live off-campus, will not be provided with a public transportation pass (abonnement). Certain exceptions can be made by the School Management.
37) Lockers:
A limited number of lockers are available for students who live out/off-campus. Applications for lockers should be made to the Student Accounts Office who will require a CHF50 deposit. The deposit is not refundable in the case of loss of locker key or damage to the locker.
38) Mail:
Ordinary mail is placed in the trays on the desk in The Well area at Kastanienbaum. Registered mail of any kind and packages are kept and displayed in Reception. Facsimiles may be received at Reception but may only be sent from the local Post Office. Mail should be checked every day as uncollected mail is regularly returned to the sender. Students graduating or proceeding to internships should inform the local post office of the address they wish mail to be forwarded to. Mail arriving for students who are not studying in School will automatically be returned to sender. All personal mail should be sent via the Swiss postal service.
39) Meal packages and coupons:

Students on campus must take the full IMI on-campus meal package (breakfast/brunch, lunch and dinner) at CHF2'250.00 for a 5 month' semester. Students living off-campus have 3 options to choose from: 1. take the full IMI on-campus meal package at CHF2'250.00for a 5 month' semester 2. take only lunch and dinner on-campus CHF 450.00reduction for 5 month 3. take no meals CHF2'250.00reduction for 5 months (It is not possible to have a meal package for lunch periods or dinner periods only.) Students may change their meal plan during the first week of the course only. Students who do not subscribe to meals, guests, and visiting internship students, may purchase coupons for individual meals at Reception or on entry to the Main Dining Hall. Meal coupons in this case are also required for entry in to the Swiss Room training restaurant.
40) Meal times:

Students must be in possession of their Student ID Card or present a meal ticket for every meal period when collecting food from the counter. On weekdays dining in both restaurants during the same meal session is not permitted. Mail, newspapers, books, mobile phones and bags must be left in the student rooms or lockers, and are not to be brought to the dining room. Students should behave in a dignified and mature way during meals. At no point are students allowed to take food out of the Main Dining Hall or Swiss Room restaurant (with the exception of students who are ill in their room). Such behaviour is not tolerated and will be subject to disciplinary action.
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41) Money: location and opening times of the Student Accounts Office:
The Student Accounts Office is located in the Administration Section. The Office is open to students at the following times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 08.00-11.00 13.00-16.00 (Closed Thursday)
42) Money: registration fee:

In addition to the school fees, all students must pay a registration fee of CHF2800 with their application. If accepted onto a course, this amount guarantees a place on that course. Registration fees are non-refundable, except for applicants who are not accepted or whose visa application is rejected. 42.1) Items covered by the Registration Fee: Administrative costs Alumni services after graduation Collection from Zurich airport (for first time students only) Compulsory health and accident insurance (during the academic semester only) Dissertation/kitchen logbook binding (HDCM and BA degree students only) Enrolment fees/documents Federal tax Graduation costs (including gowns on loan) Gym facilities access Internet access (24 hour) and Wireless LAN Laundering of bed linen and towels Library facilities access, including on-line databases Manchester Metropolitan University registration and administration fee Residence permit (B-permit, permission to reside and study in Switzerland) Services of the Student Counsellor Student Card Tie and scarf (one time only on joining the School and where required) All VAT on the above is also included. 42. 2) Tuition fees: The tuition fee is inclusive of: Learning and teaching materials Access to Moodle (Virtual Learning Environment) Core textbooks Professional and cultural excursions Services from the Internship Department Services from the Career Services Department Professional Service uniform for Certificate students Professional kitchen uniforms for Diploma Students on loan, to be returned at the end of the semester with exception of kitchen shoes Professional kitchen uniforms for Higher Diploma and BA students in European Culinary Management to keep Professional kitchen knives on loan (BA/Higher Diploma in European Culinary Management only)
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42.3) Charges not covered by the Registration and Tuition fees: The following charges must be paid in cash. Breakages, losses or incidentals Monetary penalties of any kind Health insurance franchise (the portion of medical costs not covered by insurance see section on insurance above) Interest charges on late School Fee payments. Internship charges and related penalties. Laundry card. Re-sit examinations (CHF100 per examination CHF250 per dissertation) 42.4) Next semester registration fee: At the end of each semester of study, or period of internship, semester registration fees of CHF2800 must be paid to guarantee a place on the next semesters course. Deadlines for payment are given by the Registrars Office. For students returning from internship and students who re-register straight after their current course an early bird discount on the registration fee is available, details are available from the Registrars Office. 42.5) Cancellation and registration fees: Students whose applications are not accepted or whose visa applications are rejected will receive a full refund of the registration and course fees paid. 50% of the registration fee is refunded in the case of a cancellation in writing by registered mail received by school management at least 60 days before commencement of the course. No refund is given for cancellations received later than this. Management decides in every case of leaving school extraordinarily individually how much can be refunded.
43) Money: loans:

No loans will be given.
44) Money: school fee payments:

School fees are payable at least 8 weeks before the commencement of the academic semester. Fees may be paid in full or in instalments. The first instalment must be at least 50 % of the total due, (tuition fees, meals and room) and is payable 8 weeks before course commencement. Interest of 10% per annum is charged on the balance of fees, meals and room from two weeks after the course commences. The FULL amount of fees must be paid latest by the date indicated in your Letter of Acceptance. 44.1) What is included in the school fee?: The School fee is made up of a number of different elements. Principally, these are the cost of your course, and your choice of accommodation and meals. Details of the composition of the School fee may be obtained by consulting the current IMI Application Form or upon application to personnel in the Registry and Student Accounts Office. 44.2) Bank charges: All bank charges, charges for payments with drafts, as well as foreign exchange differences are debited to the students account. 44.3) Interest charges: 10% interest (per annum) is charged for late School fee payments towards the end of the semester and students are then asked to pay in cash within one week.
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45) Money: unpaid School bills:
Students whose School Fee (tuition, meals, accommodation) bills are overdue will face dismissal from the School. If expulsion should occur, students are still legally obliged to pay fees for the entire course semester. This also includes costs for lost keys: Room key CHF300 Cupboard key (inside) CHF 30 Cupboard key (outside) CHF 60 All keys taken from reception CHF300 (e.g. laundry, student kitchen, gym, iron, table tennis etc.) Duty penalty CHF 30 New ID card CHF 20 New Residence permit CHF 70 Library penalty from CHF2 per day Setting of a fire alarm (on or off campus) CHF1000 Students with any open/unpaid School Fees (tuition, meals, accommodation) cannot attend exams. Students with open/unpaid penalties or any other open bills by 5pm on the Friday before Graduation week will not receive their transcripts and any certificates until full payment has been received.
46) Money: payment address:

All payments may be made by bank transfer order directly to the Institutes bank account as shown below. All payments must include the following information. Student Number e.g. 307777 Student's FAMILY-Name(s) e.g. RONGHAWY (please use CAPITAL letters) Student's Personal Name(s) e.g. Chui Liung (Note: IMI reserves the right at any time, and without notice, to make changes to fees, courses, schedules and any other information contained in its brochures and catalogues). IMI bank account:
CREDIT SUISSE AG, Paradeplatz 8, CH-8070 Zurich SWIFT/ BIC: CRESCHZZ80A - Clearing no: 4835 IBAN CH03 0483 5068 8510 9100 0 Beneficiarys name: IMI International Hotel Management Institute, CH-6047 Kastanienbaum, Switzerland Beneficiarys A/C No.: 688510-91 Reason for Payment: student number, FAMILY NAME(S), First Name(s)
47) Notice boards, Moodle and Lobby Screen:

General information about schedules, duty lists, internship and forthcoming events will be advertised on the lobby screen and/or affixed to the notice boards in the lobby areas of the Kastanienbaum campus. Separate notice boards for student use are also available in the lobby. Members of staff place academic materials on the VLE Moodle site so students can download them. The address for the VLE Moodle is http://moodle.imi-luzern.com) All students should regularly consult the notice boards, their IMI e-mails and Moodle.
48) Parties and events:

Management consent must be given for parties anywhere in the school or in IMI off-campus accommodation: a Party Booking Approval Form is available at Reception. Once signed, a copy must
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be passed to the Duty Supervisor, via reception, in advance of the planned party. When parties and events involve the use of the School kitchens or restaurants, the following safety and operational protocols must be followed. For kitchens: When using the kitchens, permission must be sought one week in advance. Permission can be granted from either the Chef in charge of food production in the main production kitchen or the Chef/lecturer for the Swiss Room kitchen. Where applicable a list of students names should be supplied in advance for those who will be actively engaged in the kitchens. In certain circumstances the respective Chef may ask for an initial briefing prior to kitchen use to discuss menus, orders and kitchen protocol. Students should report to the kitchen: - with the appropriate standard of personal hygiene; - the correct chefs clothing, which is supplied by the housekeeping department in advance on a sign-in basis. This should include trousers, jacket and necktie; - with a chefs hat, apron and tuchon (available from the kitchen); - appropriate safety shoes (not trainers or open toed sandals); - must wash their hands on immediate arrival into the kitchen using the appropriate soap dispenser and paper towels. Repeat whenever re-entering the kitchen or when handling cooked and raw foods. When using the kitchen facilities students must ensure proper use of kitchen equipment. If unsure, please ask the Chef in charge. Students should never run and carry knives in any part of the kitchen. Avoid carrying large pieces of equipment particularly those that may be hot. Students should never shout in the kitchen. As with all IMI internal areas, smoking is not permitted in the kitchens. At no point should food be consumed in any part of the kitchen during preparation unless instructed to do so for tasting purposes. Students must always clean as they go and leave the kitchen as they found it. For restaurants: When using the restaurants, permission must be sought one week in advance. Permission can be granted from either the service lecturer or Dean. Where applicable a list of students names should be supplied in advance for those who will be actively engaged in the restaurants. In certain circumstances the respective member of staff may ask for an initial briefing prior to restaurant use to discuss menus and restaurant protocol. Students should report to the restaurant: - with the appropriate standard of personal hygiene; - in an appropriate standard of dress or the correct service uniform supplied by the housekeeping department in advance on a sign-in basis: this should include waistcoat and bow tie. When using the restaurant facilities students must ensure proper use of all equipment. If unsure please ask the member of staff in charge. As with all IMI internal areas, students should never smoke in either of the School restaurants. Students must always leave the restaurant clean and tidy. When instructed, students must vacate the restaurant at a time specified by a member of staff.
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49) Personal security:
Switzerland is an extremely safe country, the area where the School is located especially so. However, elementary precautions should be taken at all times to enhance personal security. Students and not the School are responsible for their personal property and it is strongly recommended that students take out personal insurance to cover losses of personal effects. Report all unfamiliar persons seen on the campus to Reception and note that: ALL visitors of any kind should be registered in the visitors book at Reception: failure to observe this rule incurs an automatic final warning letter; it is strictly forbidden to allow any outsider into students rooms after 23.00 hours, and only the legitimate occupants of a room should be present there after midnight: in case of doubt, any appropriate staff member may enter student rooms at any time; secure all rooms when not in use; check all callers before opening the door to a bedroom; Outside the School, if you feel uncomfortable (especially at night) walking in the surrounding district ensure you are accompanied by a friend or friends and/or carry a personal scare alarm. Wherever possible, when walking at night, stay in the light cast by streetlamps. Lucerne is a safe city, but sometimes minor scams are conducted on the streets of the city centre. You are advised therefore not to sign contracts on the streets for memberships, credit cards and phones.
50) Reception services:

In addition to providing keys for the fitness room and student kitchen, the Reception at Kastanienbaum supplies certain forms and sells various items as follows. Forms: Duty Replacement Form; Exemption Form; Party Booking Approval Form; Re-sit Forms; School Reference Form; Student Car Registration Form. A Visa Form (also for family of students) can be found on Moodle. This should be completed and sent by email to Reception at [email protected] . 50.1) Items for sale at reception: A4 paper for printing (CHF5 for a pack of 500 sheets) Laundry card (CHF20 the first laundry card is available at the Student Accounts Office for CHF40 and thereafter can be exchanged at Reception. CHF20 will be refunded at the Student Accounts office at the end of the semester. Meal and drink coupons (lunch, dinner CHF10; breakfast CHF5)
51) Recreation facilities and social events:

The School has a fitness room, table tennis equipment, table football facility and pool tables. Certain types of equipment are available for loan from Reception (e.g. footballs, badminton rackets). The key for the fitness room is available at Reception upon deposit of a student ID card. Rules concerning the use of the fitness room are to be found at the end of this paragraph. Students have access to a wide range of other sporting and recreational facilities in the Luzern area including outdoor courts located in the Dorni Village School, some five minutes walk from the campus. The Student Representative Council organises a student bar, where soft drinks, cocktails, beer and wine are served, but no hard liquors. The profit from the bar goes to the financing of student extracurricular activities set up by the Council. Social activities are regularly organised either by the school or by the Student Representative Council. A member of academic staff is responsible for co-ordinating events and social activities.
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51.1) Regulations for the use of School Fitness Room (Gym): Students must obtain the key for the Fitness Room from Reception and leave their student identity cards. The key for the Fitness Room is available at Reception for a period of 5 hours only. Failure to return the key will result in a significant reduction in Professional Attitude marks. No more than 5 students are allowed in the Fitness Room at any one time. It is recommended that students use the Fitness Room in pairs. If the Fitness Room key has already been signed out, the student most recently seeking access will be responsible for the return of the key: if they leave the Fitness Room before the original key holder, they will inform Reception upon collecting their student card who is holding the key. Students using the Fitness Room are required to prepare themselves properly and wear appropriate clothing. Students using the Fitness Room are required to ensure that there is adequate ventilation. The door to the Fitness Room should be open at all times. Noise should be kept to a minimum when the Library is open. Before using any of the equipment provided in the Fitness Room, students are required to familiarise themselves with the instruction cards for each item of equipment. IMI accepts no responsibility for injuries sustained as a result of inappropriate preparation by students; failure to wear appropriate dress; failure to ensure adequate ventilation; failure to use equipment properly; or general failure to behave appropriately in the use of the Fitness Room equipment. Students who sustain any injury must report this immediately to Reception where details will be recorded. In the event of an immobilising injury being sustained while exercising alone, students should call for help. All faults observed in equipment or general facilities must be reported to Reception immediately. Under no circumstances should students attempt the repair of equipment themselves. In the event of theft of equipment, the student key signatory will be held responsible for replacement. The Fitness Room is under the general supervision of the Staff Member responsible for Student Events (Mr Laurent Joliat). Each semester, the member of the Kastanienbaum Student Representative Council responsible for sports will assume responsibility for the general cleanliness and tidiness of the Fitness Room. They will also undertake weekly inspections of the room and report in writing to the responsible staff member.
52) Registration and Registrars Office:

The regulations in this section are vital to your understanding of the process of registration for courses. 52.1) Application for direct entry to next course without doing an internship: Current students, who wish to go straight to the next, higher, course, will be notified via School notice boards of the time when new applications will be considered. Thereafter they apply to the Registrars Office. 52.2) Application for next course from internship: During their internship the School will send an email to all students inviting them to make an application for the following course. They will receive a special application form for this purpose. 52.3) B-Permit application (permission to live in Switzerland): All students who register for the first time at IMI will be given the necessary information regarding B-Permit application during the Induction session at the commencement of the semester.
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52.4) B-Permit renewal: Students who re-register after their internship has finished must come to the Registrars Office to renew their B-Permit. Renewal of B-Permits will only be undertaken if all relevant payments specified in the Letter of Acceptance to a course have been made. For students on internship in Switzerland, IMI will assist to extend the B Permit to cover the duration of their internship contract should this be needed. 52.5) Leaving school extraordinarily: Students who withdraw from School for any reason must fill in a Leaving School Extraordinarily form available from the Registrars office. As per the instructions on the form, they must obtain clearance of their obligations from the Head of Internship, Careers and Alumni, the Student Accounts Office and the Registrar; they must also return their B Permit at this time. 52.6) Leaving school ordinary (check out): Students who have finished their studies and are checking out for internship or going home must fill in the check out form Leaving School Ordinary. As per the instructions on the form, th ey must obtain clearance of their obligations from the Internships/Careers Department, the Student Accounts Office and the Registrar; they must also return their B Permit at this time unless they are proceeding to an internship in Switzerland. All students should inform family and friends of their new address as the School will not forward mail to students, and, if they have found their own internship place, they should also ensure that the School has the name and contact details of their Supervisor, as well as a copy of the internship contract duly signed by both parties. 52.7) Leaving School after internship: Please refer to Section C for the relevant procedures.
53) No smoking policy/campus:

IMI is a non-smoking campus and this applies to the entire Kastanienbaum building and all off-campus accommodation. Students and staff are only permitted to smoke outside the building in designated areas. Students who fail to observe this rule will be immediately issued with a final warning letter and any subsequent disciplinary infraction will be subject to School disciplinary procedure.
54) Staff of the School:

IMI has an experienced team of staff shown in the table on the next page. The senior members who form the Executive Board and have the following responsibilities are as follows: Professor John Fenby, Dean and Director of Partner Schools. Mr Gavin R. R. Caldwell, Director of Operations and Human Resources. Mr Andreas Breitenmoser-Burki, Director of Finance and Member of the Board of Directors. Mr Laurant Joliat, Director of Marketing. Members of academic staff keep strict office hours and are not normally available for consultation outside these hours. Most members of staff will have a notice on their office door, or a notice will be placed on the relevant foyer notice board indicating availability. Students are expected to respect these office hours. The main Administration Offices are open from 09.45-11.30 and 13.30-15.30 on
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weekdays. The Finance Office is open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 08.00-11.00 and 13.00-16.00 but closed on Thursdays. Academic, administrative and other staff Anastasio, Ms Tessa, Marketing Assistant Ayik, Mr Tamer, Food & Beverage Assistant Berchtold Ms Isabelle, Duty Supervisor Hotel Central Benetatos, Mr Theodore, Post Graduate Programme Leader and Senior Lecturer in Tourism and Marketing Brady, Rosanna, Internship Coordinator Breitenmoser-Brki, Mr Andreas, Vice President of the Board of Directors, Member of the EB and Director of Finance. Brki, Mr Heinz, President of the Board of Directors and Co-founder, IMI Caldwell, Mr Gavin R R, Director of Operations and Human Resources and Lecturer in Personal Development Planning Chang, Ms Sophie, PA to the Executive Board, Partner School Liaison Christen, Ms Marion, Lecturer in German Conde, Mr Roberto, Area Manager, Portugal and Latin America Currie, Mr Gareth, BA Programme Leader and Head of Learning and Teaching. Senior Lecturer in Food and Beverage Management and Events Management and BA Programme Leader Diamantis, Dr Dimitrios, Visiting Lecturer in Events Management Ellenberger, Ms Iulia, Lecturer in French Evagelou, Mr Ioannis, Visiting Lecturer Firmansyah, Mr Ferry, Registrar and Member of the Board of Directors. Fenby, Professor John, Dean and Director of Partner Schools Fiorenzoni, Ms Eva, Marketing Planner Frapin-Beaug, Mr Arnaud J M, Senior Lecturer in Marketing and Accommodation Management: Examinations Officer; Induction, Graduation; and Academic equipment; Georgiyeva, Irina, Marketing Executive Georgyiou, Mr Anthimos, Senior Lecturer and Head of Quality Assurance Giannarou, Ms Hara, Alumni Assistant Haas, Mr Eduard, Duty Supervisor Kastanienbaum and Hotel Central Haglage, Ms Ariane, F&B Service Lecturer Harbas, Mrs Sabaheta, Housekeeper- off campus Hasanovic, Mrs Mirzeta, Kitchen Assistant Holzer, Mrs Monica, Lecturer in German Email or other contact [email protected] [email protected] Via Reception [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
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Httmann, Mrs Andrea Lecturer in German Jelinic, Mr Milorad, Maintenance Officer Kovac, Mr Karl, Duty Supervisor Krauer, Ms Andrea, Lecturer in Spanish Leonard, Mr Shaun, Head Chef and Senior Lecturer in Culinary Arts Michaels, Mr Michalakis, Lecturer and Dissertation Tutor Mikkelsen, Ms Jeanett, Receptionist and Marketing Officer and Student Counsellor Moireira, Mrs Maria, Housekeeper Musu, Ms Greta, Head of Career Services, Alumni & International Internships Oliveira dos Santos, Mrs Ana Maria, Housekeeper Parker, Mireille, English Lecturer Perry, Mr John, Visiting Lecturer in Events Management Pinkston, Mr Delmus, Head of Accommodation and Housekeeping Pfeiffer, Mr Matthias, Senior Lecturer in Hospitality Finance and Enterprise Ponniah, Mr Selvanayagam, Food and Beverage Assistant Shannon, Mrs. Zoe, Lecturer in English Sonderegger, Mr Daniel, Chef Roth, Mrs Anneliese, Lecturer in French Schacher, Mr Ruedi, Head of Duty/Supervisor Sgro, Mrs Caterina, Housekeeping Supervisor Sun, Mr Dawei, Sous Chef Staal, Ms. Rachel, Communications Manager Theiler, Mr Marcel, School Chauffer Young, Ms Catrin, Internships Manager and Language Lecturer Wismer, Mr Bruno, Duty Supervisor Zellweger, Mrs Elisabeth, Student Accounts Manager [email protected] [email protected] Via Reception [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Via Head of Housekeeping and Accommodation [email protected] [email protected] Via Head of Housekeeping and Accommodation Mireille.parker@imi-luzern [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Via Mr Leonard [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Via Reception Via Head of Housekeeping and Accommodation [email protected] [email protected] Via Reception catrin.young @imi-luzern.com Via Reception [email protected]
55) Storage:
By the end of July 2013 all luggage in the Store Room dated before 2011B will be either destroyed or given to charity A storage room without charge is available at Kastanienbaum only but is strictly reserved for: students who are currently accommodated on campus, and students who have registered for another programme of study at IMI. If you are graduating or proceeding to an Internship and not returning to IMI, storage is NOT available. All luggage must be clearly marked with stick-on labels available from Reception which shows the
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students name, student number and semester/date. All departing students must take all their luggage and belongings with them from the storage room. Luggage will only be kept in the luggage store for a limited period of time. After this time it will removed, given to a charitable organization or destroyed. The following rules also apply: The school accepts no responsibility for damage or loss; students have access to the storage areas only from Monday-Friday 14.00-15.00 by contacting Reception and presenting their student card; There are no exceptions even if this causes inconvenience. Any student entering the storage room must sign in or out when dropping or collecting off luggage/items on the form provided. Only two pieces of luggage in any form are accepted (e.g. one suitcase, one box); For your own safeguard it is not recommended that a student places any items of personal value, attachment or monetary worth in the storage room; Students are only allowed to remove their own luggage and personal belongings not that of someone elses; Staff must accompany students when removing their own luggage.
56) Student rooms check in and check out:

Students must only arrive on the weekend before induction week begins. Students arriving for a new semester will only be accommodated free of charge from the weekend preceding induction week. When checking in to any IMI accommodation the Head of Housekeeping and Accommodation or nominee and the student do an opening furniture and amenities inventory jointly. The inventory must list any defects or breakage. Both parties sign it. Upon checking out, both parties again carefully check this inventory, and discrepancies which are not due to normal wear and tear are charged to the student. When checking in, students receive their room key against signature of a receipt. The loss of a key may oblige the school to change all the locks. The cost for a lost key charged to the student is CHF300 unless it is proved stolen and a police report is provided as evidence. Before checking out students have to inform the housekeeping department about their planned departure at least two weeks in advance. A special form available from Administration should be completed and returned. Students may check out between 07.30 and 18.00 and for each student a certain time will be arranged. In case a student leaves the campus without checking out properly through the housekeeping department, there will be a penalty of CHF 300. Furthermore the student is responsible for any losses, breakages, damages and repair costs in their room, as well as for breakage due to negligence in the public areas. School management may decide to charge collectively all students for damages for which responsibility cannot be established. A room check is conducted by the Housekeeper every 4 weeks, which will be notified in advanced although random checks maybe conducted at anytime in certain circumstances. Student rooms that are in a totally unacceptable condition and not able to be cleaned by the Schools housekeeping team will be subject to a disciplinary warning and/or a significant reduction in Professional Attitude marks. In addition, the student must immediately clean and tidy the room and it will not be the responsibility of the housekeeping team. At the end of the Spring term, it is only possible to stay in School until the Sunday after Graduation. No students will be accommodated without charge during the post graduation ceremony June/July period and any students who are accommodated may be required to carry out Food and Beverage Duties if accommodated at Kastanienbaum. At the end of the Spring term students, who are progressing onto study in the Summer term may be accommodated at a cost of CHF 30 per day from the Monday after Graduation (fees
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reduced if required to carry out duties). Total amounts are payable at the Accounting office with the appropriate signed form and payment must be in advance. This price is for accommodation only. Meals will be charged at the usual price of CHF10 per meal and tickets can be purchased from Reception or outside the Main Dining Hall in the usual way. All Students staying on campus in-between terms must be prepared to incur a limited inconvenience if the room is required to be deep cleaned. Please note that as long as students use their accommodation for their belongings they will be charged accordingly even if they return their room key at Reception for safe keeping (e.g. while travelling). Students who are leaving Switzerland at the end of their academic semester should ensure that they book their flight in plenty of time.
57) Student rooms general rules:

General rules concerning the maintenance, by students, of their rooms, are all assessed as part of Professional Attitude, therefore, please read the following carefully: Every four weeks the Head of Housekeeping and Accommodation will conduct a room check for accommodation on and off campus. Details of when the room check will be is announced on the Schools notice board prior to taking place. Students who do not pass the inspection will be penalised under the Professional Attitude system. The criteria assessed by the Head of Housekeeping and Accommodation are shown in the Room Check Form. The security of items in rooms is the students responsibility. The school declines any responsibility in case of theft of property not properly secured and will intervene only in cases of break-ins. It is also important that unoccupied rooms are at all times locked. With regard to student rooms, it is forbidden to: - make noise after 22.00; - fix posters, photos, or anything else on walls and furniture; - wash, dry, and iron clothes: private laundry facilities are at students disposal and no private irons may be kept in the room; - place clothing on balconies, windowsills or terraces for drying; - store, cook or re-heat food: students are allowed to make use of a students kitchen at Kastanienbaum if they want to do their own cooking; - keep kitchen or service equipment in their rooms; - store or consume hard liquor: it is forbidden to store or consume hard liquor (spirits) anywhere on campus for special party occasions and if approved by the Dean or Director of Operations, spirits may be used for mixed drinks only; - keep domestic pets; - change from one room to another without the approval of the Head of Accommodation and Housekeeping: if the move is approved, it is the students responsibility to make sure that the inventory process is followed; - allow external visitors into their rooms after 23.00 hours; - store skis and ski boots; - bring meals from the kitchen to their rooms.
58) Student rooms repairs:

Required repairs in student rooms or around the building and its facilities (including on and off campus accommodation) should be notified to Reception.
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59) Student rooms room change:
Room changes are permitted only in exceptional circumstances, subject to availability and within the first month of a course starting. If a student requests to change his/her room after one month a charge of CHF500 will be imposed, payable before any room change. If a room change is made the cost is calculated as an average price.
60) Visas:
Students who wish to travel in to Schengen Agreement member countries in Europe no longer require a visa to do so. Students wishing to travel to other countries, including the UK, and require a visa to do so, must provide the following information to the Embassies when applying for a visa: proof of continuing your studies/internship placement after your trip, or proof of your return flight home from Switzerland, if you have completed your studies; a letter from the School, available from the registrar. proof of a travel booking with a travel agent (e.g. package, accommodation etc) this may not be compulsory, but acts as a further guarantee of your intentions; insurance confirmation (available from the Student Accounts Office). Students whose B-permits expire at approximately the same time as they wish to travel will not be granted a visa.
61) Visitor facilities:

Visitors, especially students parents, are welcome. We regret that the school is unable to accommodate any visitors. However, coupons may be purchased for meals. All visitors should be notified and signed in at the Kastanienbaum Reception clearly indicating the student and room being visited. On special occasions (e.g. School Sports Day, International night) students should consult Chef Leonard or the F&B Assistant at least one week before if they wish to invite guests, including family, partners and IMI internship students. Where practically possible the School will seek to facilitate invitations to such guests.
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Section C: Careers and Internship Services and Procedures

62) Career services:
Throughout your time at IMI, you may consult the Internship and Careers Department for advice and tips for you to be able to develop further, keeping your career in focus. Employability of IMI graduates is our prime concern and we encourage you to utilize this service during your time at IMI, whilst you are out on internship and even in the future, as an Alumni of IMI. Through its vast network in the industry, the Internships and Careers Department will enable you to identify and explore opportunities in the hospitality industry and beyond. Updated information and offers for overseas internships, management trainings and job opportunities worldwide will be communicated through various channels: the IMI email, the IMI Alumni website, the Careers & Internship Services notice boards, as well as Moodle. The Internships and Careers Department provides you with personalized career support and advice. We will discuss your career path as well as look at interview technique, correct application processes etc. Complementing the PDP programme, the Internships and Careers Department prepares you for the international job market and will help you understand your own strengths and weaknesses. This can be achieved through specific workshop sessions, as well as individual meetings. Individual guidance for your own personal situation can be discussed during the initial, personalised Careers/Internships meeting at the beginning of the semester and can be then developed further throughout your time at IMI and beyond. Industry trends, salary scales and general advice relating to specific regions can also be discussed with Internships and Careers Department staff. The Internships and Careers Department can provide information on jobs worldwide and work permit processes, although students are expected to do their own research pertaining to work permit applications for their particular nationality. When seeking positions in certain countries, students/graduates must be aware that they may need to pay fees to companies to sponsor or guide them through the work permit process. This is especially true to countries like USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand etc., and/or when the work permit cannot/is not being processed by the employer directly. The Internships and Careers Department staff will be able to guide you should you have any queries. Every semester, IMI invites employers in the industry to come and present their company on campus during the Career Days, which this semester will be held over several days in March and April 2013. The Career Days presentations are open to all IMI students on campus and those on internship in Switzerland. During these days, depending on demand and market conditions, interviews with students for prospective opportunities (internships, management training and jobs) within the participating companies may be organised. Further details will be available during the semester. In the first few weeks of the semester, individual career meetings will be scheduled with all MBA, PG and BA final semester students. During these brief sessions, you will discuss what options are available to you as an individual after graduation and what is best suited to your needs and experience. Upon completion of your course at IMI, you are encouraged to keep in contact with the Career Services Department through the IMI Alumni website see section 1 of this Handbook. To consult or meet with the Head of Internships, Careers and Alumni, please email [email protected]
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62.1) Internships in Switzerland: By Swiss Law, student who are foreign nationals are not allowed to work in Switzerland, except for an official internship (placement). Since the school has to assist in the enforcement of this law, students not abiding by it will be subject to disciplinary action. 62.2) What is an internship?: An internship is a period of employment in the industry designed to enhance skills and experience and provide opportunities for the application of theory to the world of work. In order to meet IMI standards, an internship must be of minimum 20 weeks duration at fulltime hours and in a hospitality related position and company.
63) Do I need to do an internship?:

All students (except Postgraduate Diploma and MBA students and those otherwise exempt, see Section A, point 21 b) MUST complete ONE compulsory internship BEFORE they are awarded the FINAL qualification for which they are studying. For example, if you propose to leave IMI after taking and passing a Certificate course, you must complete ONE compulsory internship. Additional voluntary internships are possible provided you have completed a programme of study at IMI before the internship and registered at the appropriate time for an internship. When you choose to do an additional voluntary internship the internship period automatically becomes a compulsory part of the course programme and MUST be successfully and satisfactorily completed. IMI will prioritize the placement of students for whom an Internship is compulsory. All others registered on an internship will be given assistance, however, as part of their personal development, they are highly recommended to seek their own placement too. If, after completing all assessment and examinations, a student is asked by the Board of Examiners to WITHDRAW from a course, they must also withdraw from any internship agreement into which they have entered. Upon successful and satisfactory completion of your internship you will receive an Internship Transcript. IMI reserves the right to withdraw a student from all Internship and Career Services when under disciplinary action in the same semester of study.
64)
When should I do my internship?:
You may choose when you do your compulsory internship provided this follows at least one period of study. The compulsory internship can therefore be completed after either the Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma or BA semesters. Additional internship periods are voluntary on all other courses.
NB: if you plan to undertake an internship in Switzerland, French or German skills are of the utmost importance. The quality and level of the internship positions available to you will be highly dependent on your German or French language skills. You may therefore consider completing more than one level of academic study before undertaking your internship.
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65) Where can I do my internship?: You may choose to do your internship in Switzerland, in your home country or in a third country; however, it is important to note that there are variances in the internship contracts for Switzerland and overseas.
The school has a number of contacts with reputable establishments. Internships usually take place at operational level in a hotel or restaurant or other tourism-related business where possible, and last at least 20 weeks and, if both employer and trainee agree, it may last up to 6 months in Switzerland, whilst for international placements, the duration can be between 20 weeks up to 18 months. IMI will endeavour to provide you with a suitable place according to discussions held during your individual meeting at the beginning of the semester. However, the school does not guarantee any particular position or location during your internship. Offers are highly dependent on the employers needs and requirements, as well as your own skills and experience. Furthermore, competition for internship positions is high and IMI is only able to offer positions that are currently available in the market, therefore, you are required to be flexible and follow the recommendations of the Internships and Careers Department, otherwise we will not be in a position to assist you in securing a placement. For internships abroad, it is important to note that it is not simple to get the relevant visas/work permits for the USA, Canada, EU countries, Australia and New Zealand. If you do wish to do your internship in these countries, it is important to consult the Internships and Careers Department well in advance. Sometimes it may be necessary to pay a sponsorship company to assist you with the whole work permit process. Receiving a job offer in the US or EU does not mean that you will automatically be granted a visa/work permit. Please arrange to see the Head of Internships, Careers and Alumni ([email protected]) as soon as possible should you wish to embark on an international internship. There are an increasing number of job opportunities available abroad through the Career Services Department, which amongst other things also regularly invites international companies to recruit on the campus at IMI. These opportunities are always subject to a thorough selection process imposed by employers, and will normally be conducted as follows: internship positions will be advertised in advance via the IMI email, Career Services notice board and/or Moodle. Management trainee positions may also be advertised on the IMI Alumni website. students will be asked to apply separately for such positions, by providing either the employer or the relevant member of staff in the Internships and Careers Department with a professional CV including picture, as specified; students may also have to fill in a special application form provided by the companies; screening interviews will often take place over the telephone, via a Skype interview or as indicated by the respective employer. Sometimes interviews may also be conducted either by a staff member in the Internships and Careers Department or a member of academic staff or the recruiting company; and selected students will then be put through to the employer, who will EITHER determine a final selection of students he or she wants to interview over the telephone, Skype or as otherwise indicated, OR ask a panel of IMI staff to perform this task on the basis of internship reports and applications, professional attitude marks and academic achievements. We encourage students particularly on their second or third internship to be active in searching for their own internship in Switzerland or abroad. If you contact employers for an internship by yourself, please keep the Internships and Careers Department informed to avoid duplicate applications to the same employer.
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65.1) What kind of internship positions can I expect to be available?: The choice of the appropriate job, organisation and department will have an important influence on the outcomes of your internship. There are many questions you need to answer before you make a decision. Be aware that you will benefit from training in any type of organisation, and that a large or high standard establishment does not necessarily guarantee a better internship! Your internship will normally give you the opportunity to work in one of the following four departments. Service, where you will be in contact with customers, and interact with the kitchen. It is an exciting and busy department, requiring good food and wine knowledge, very good service skills, and excellent customer care. Kitchen, where you will be involved in the costing and cooking of food. It is a highly intensive and creative department, including basic preparation, cost calculation and control, and menu pricing. Housekeeping, where you will be concerned with the organisation and control of rooms. It is the heart of hotel activity, involved with room preparation, the administration of check-ins and check-outs, and ensuring guests well-being. Reception. Reception positions are the hardest to find and in order to stand even a chance of obtaining such a post you will need to show particular competencies and knowledge in: - electronic reservation systems; - phone skills; - guest interaction; - work organisation; - most importantly, languages (good conversational level at least).
On the last point, in Switzerland, you will have the opportunity to do your internship either in the French or German speaking part. If you wish to undertake an internship in Switzerland, you MUST be studying either French or German or already have an advanced level in one of these languages. As a general rule, students who study French will be placed in the French-speaking part and likewise for German. Exceptions to this rule are only made when students are bi-lingual in both French and German. As a general and crucial issue, remember the importance of languages in your future career. Please note that acquiring German or French language skills is not an option but critical to your internship. Do not expect help or sympathy if you are not able to communicate effectively in your chosen language. As regards International Internships, sometimes the kind of positions available may differ as some companies offer rotational or cross-departmental training, as well as positions in other departments. However, the choice of position depends primarily on the employer requirements and also on your capabilities or experience in the industry.
66) How do I apply for an internship?:

Internship and careers information presentations are held at the beginning of each semester. These are compulsory for all students as you will be provided with essential, updated information, as well as guidance on how to apply for an internship in Switzerland or internationally. You are also welcome to visit Internships and Careers Department staff anytime during office hours. However, if you need substantial assistance, it is advisable that you make an appointment with the appropriate person. If in doubt contact the Head of Internships, Careers and Alumni or the Internships Manager. It is imperative that you refer to your IMI email for regular information on internship matters, feedback on applications, arrangements for interviews: this is the way the Internships and Careers Department will communicate with you. Disciplinary action will be taken against those
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students who miss out on internship interviews, meetings and presentations due to not checking emails. Individual meetings with Internships and Careers Department staff will be scheduled with each student at the beginning of the semester. During this compulsory and brief meeting we will discuss your personal preferences and possible options for an internship. In addition we offer support if you are uncertain or have any questions about your internship or career path. If you decide to continue straight onto the next academic semester, we can guide you through the process so we encourage you to discuss your plans with us during the individual meeting. Should you not attend this individual meeting at the beginning of the semester, you will not be allowed to apply for an internship and professional attitude marks will be deducted. To apply for an internship in Switzerland or abroad you MUST, submit your FULL application to the Internships Manager, [email protected] to include: - Your most recent CV, including a professional picture; (If you do not have your CV, you may use the IMI Internships CV template which can be found on Moodle). - The signed and completed Internship Agreement Form; Students who do not apply for a Swiss internship within the deadline communicated during the internship presentations will have the option of submitting a Late Internship Application Form before the end of the academic semester. This option allows late applicants to search for their own internship in Switzerland and subsequently receive the paperwork required for the work permit. Students must note that submitting a Late Internship Application Form carries an administrative charge of CHF200.
67) How is my internship assessed?:

The internship is an exciting and important part of your programme. In order to maximise the benefits and outcomes of your internship, you will need to assess and reflect upon this practical experience. Two steps of assessment will take place as follows. 67.1) Learning outcomes: After completing your internship, you will: reflect upon your practical experience, and examine the establishment where you worked with regard to resources, level of service and general organisation; assess your personal engagement learnt and the way you fitted into the organisation; evaluate how much you learnt and assess the gap between set objectives and actual achievements. This should be done in the form of a report of 1,500 words, and handed in (by e-mail or as a hard copy) to the relevant Internships and Careers Department staff. The deadline for the submission of the internship reports will be communicated to students via their IMI email address during the course of their internship. Your report will be marked within three weeks provided that the employer evaluation has been returned to IMI. The evaluation from your employer is included on your internship transcript. Note: when submitting your internship report please complete a report cover sheet and indicate your permanent postal address together with your details. This is the address to which we will send your original school certificates by registered mail, unless you will collect them personally from the Internships and Careers Department. We cannot guarantee a certificate processing date for students who submit their internship report after the communicated deadline.
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67.2) Employer Evaluation: You will be given an employer evaluation which you should ask your supervisor to complete at the end of your internship. It is the students responsibility to ensure that the employer evaluation form is handed to the employer. All employer evaluation forms must be signed and stamped by the employer. The evaluation assesses your: Overall Attitude: hygiene/grooming, punctuality, discipline and motivation Handling of Tasks: understanding, execution, work quality and autonomy Professional Attitude: with colleagues, customers and management
68) What about interviews?:

An interview or probation shift, even when organized by IMI does not guarantee a position. Not only is the interview an important part of the internship application process, it is also good practice for the future. You MUST take it seriously. The following are important rules to observe: Make sure you know where you are going, and how to get there. Be on time. Punctuality is crucial. Be well dressed and well presented in smart business dress. Take along your CV. Show motivation and interest by asking pertinent questions relative to your internship. Be prepared for questions the interviewer may ask you (see 69.1 below) Relax and be yourself In some cases for Swiss internships, the employer will ask you to come for a probation shift as well. This may last between a couple of hours and one day. If you fail to attend an interview or probation without a valid and approved reason you will then have to make your own arrangements to find an internship. If you are unable to attend an interview due to sickness, you must inform the Internships and Careers Department before the scheduled interview appointment. Alternatively you can call the employer personally to agree on a new date for the interview. After you attend an interview, you must report to the Internships and Careers Department 3 working days, otherwise the opportunity will be offered to another student. Should you decide to reject a reasonable internship opportunity which has been offered to you after an interview with the employer, no alternative training place will be sought for you by the school. You will be requested to find your own placement and ensure that the contract is signed by no later than the last day of the academic semester. This rule will be rigorously enforced. In addition, a student whose application has been rejected by the employers at three establishments will also have to find his or her own placement. 68.1) Questions you could be asked during the interview: What do you know about our company? (Are you informed?) Tell me a little about yourself. (Life and travel experience, personality, personal interests) Why would you like to work for us? (personal goals, attractiveness of the workplace, potential of the company) What personal values do you want to develop from this position? (Skills, knowledge, experience) What are your medium and long-term goals? (Where would you want to be in 3 years?)
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How would you rate your own success? (Goals set, goals achieved) Where, other than in your professional career, have you been successful? (Sports, leisure)
You may refer to the Careers & Internships Section on Moodle for more advice related to interviews.
69)
What is an internship contract and what does it involve?

The trainee, the employer, and the School must sign an internship contract, the terms of which are set by The Swiss Hoteliers Association (SHV) and the Hotel and Restaurant Workers Union (UH) for placements in Switzerland, or by the relevant authority abroad. Please note that the terms and conditions for contracts overseas will vary significantly depending on the employer and location. When you enter a contract, you are taking responsibilities towards your employer and their customers. You are also committing yourself to IMI. You will be a representative of the School in the industry for the duration of your internship. When you are offered a position you MUST make a decision within 3 working days otherwise the opportunity will be given to another student. If you accept, you must inform the Internships and Careers Department by e-mail. The Internship and Careers Department will then get a contract from your employer and contact you thereafter. Once your contract has been received you must sign and return it to the Internships and Careers Department owithin 5 working days. Failure to comply could mean that your internship offer will be cancelled and you will have to make your own arrangements to find an internship place. If you decline an internship offer, you will have to make your own arrangements to find a place. The contract is legally binding, and the student must then abide by his or her legal obligations. Having signed, you must complete the full duration of your internship, or quit the job in legal ways. If you do not complete your internship you will be charged CHF 1000 and will not receive a health insurance refund unless: You can produce evidence that you are breaking the contract for serious personal or health reasons such evidence must be properly documented and may include medical certificates: Changes in family circumstances are not sufficient reason for breaking your contract except in extreme cases which have to be discussed with the Internships and Careers Department in advance. You can produce other evidence that the relationship between you and your employer has in some way broken down in such a way that it cannot be repaired again, the expectation is that if these problems have been developing for some time, you will have already notified relevant Internships and Careers Department staff in writing of these difficulties so that there is evidence of your difficulties.
The first course of action should always be to discuss the issue with the school and the employer and try to find a solution which will allow you to proceed with the internship. If you do need to return home for serious personal matters the employer may allow you to take holiday and then return to complete your internship afterwards. Each case will be treated individually. Under no circumstances may you leave your internship without the approval from the Internships and Careers Department and the employer. For overseas placements, it is important that you remain in close contact with the relevant staff handling your internship via email and, if problems occur, that you seek guidance immediately in order to determine the appropriate course of action.
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Please note: Any student who leaves an internship without the approval of IMI, or who behaves in an unacceptable manner during their internship, will not be assisted with subsequent internships. For internships in Switzerland, the following elements of the contract are set by law and may not be negotiated. Salary: CHF 2168.00 gross Legal deductions: AHV/IV/EO Unemployment insurance ALV Health compensation payment insurance Accident insurance NBU Income tax Food and accommodation The net salary will be around CHF 1'000 to CHF 1200. Under Swiss law every employee must be covered by personal Swiss medical insurance (see previous section in this handbook on insurance). Please note that it is NOT possible to take out international medical insurance in your home country to cover you for this period. The health insurance premium must be paid in cash for the full internship duration before the internship contract is signed. If your B-permit expires during your internship, you must contact the Internships and Careers Department at least one month before the expiry date to receive the documents necessary to prolong your B-permit. You may then need to go personally to the immigration office in Luzern to apply for prolongation. Your employer will apply for your working permit in Switzerland. Once the permit has been obtained you should then go to the community where you will be living during your internship to register your new address. Further issues will generally be covered in your contract. In most cases, the internship employer will provide accommodation the cost of which will be deducted from your salary. We recommend that you inspect your room before moving in. Once you have taken the room, you will pay for it for the whole internship period. If your employer does not provide accommodation, please inform the Internships and Careers Department who will be able to guide you accordingly. If you are offered accommodation, but wish to make individual arrangements, it becomes your own responsibility. Food is generally provided in hotels and restaurants and it is a cultural norm that ALL employees eat at their place of employment as part of their shifts. The cost will be deducted from your salary. Leaving school after your internship: Students who have finished their internship in Switzerland and plan to return home must complete the Leaving School (Internship) Ordinary form. As per instructions on the form, you must obtain clearance of your obligations from the Internships and Careers Deprtment, the Student Accounts Office and the Registrar; you must also return your B Permit at this time. For international internships the points (a), (b) and (c) above apply. The conditions in the contract vary depending on the company and location and it is important that your contract is reviewed by the Internships and Careers Department to ensure it meets the minimum IMI internship criteria. IMI can assist with some of the paperwork but will not get involved in any work permit application processes so it is up to the student to ensure that he/she or the employer is able to get the necessary permits for lawful employment in the particular country in question. Also, it is the responsibility of the student to ensure that he/she has adequate insurance coverage for the duration of the internship.
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70) What is the Code of Practice during internship?:

You now have the opportunity to put theory into practice. But remember: your internship is part of your programme, and you are still learning! The key word is attitude. Show your interest and your commitment, absorb as much as you can, take any opportunity to participate in further training, be friendly, helpful and approachable. Pay particular attention to the following code of practice. Show flexibility: business does not always run smoothly and according to plan. Show your capacity to adapt to exceptional situations. Demonstrate motivation: this is your choice of career. Build up your skills, and develop your potential as a future manager. Be punctual: accurate time-keeping is not only a managerial aptitude it is also a matter of selfrespect, and respect for colleagues and guests. Follow: the general rules on personal hygiene and appearance applied at IMI. Follow: all house rules and regulations of the establishment where you are employed - whether these are verbal, written or implied, they must be strictly adhered to. These rules and regulations may include: - health and safety practices; - fire regulations/security procedures; - procedures in the event of sickness and absenteeism; - timekeeping and arrangements for work shifts; - uniforms and dress code. Absenteeism and/or sickness: should be notified to the establishment immediately, details of absences for sickness lasting for 3 working days or more must be notified to the School. Appropriate dress: must be worn at all times if a uniform is not provided. Do your feet a favour, and wear comfortable shoes. Avoid any visible tattoos and excessive jewellery, particularly apparent piercing. Demonstrate maturity: some of you might encounter some difficulties during your internship, particularly in the first few weeks. Dont give up! Raise any issues with your direct supervisor, and avoid conflict. If problems persist, please feel free to contact the Internships and Careers Department. We will try to help you find a solution. For those students completing their internship period in Switzerland IMI will endeavour to arrange for students to be visited at least once. Similarly, every effort will be made to visit students on overseas training placements. Comply with all School arrangements: all arrangements made by the School in connection with the internship must be adhered to, unless prior written permission is obtained to make alterations. IMI will not take any responsibility for inconvenience or financial loss resulting from arrangements not originally agreed. Do not leave an internship: under no circumstances should you leave an internship allocated to you without the prior permission of the School. If you break your internship contract, you may be charged a CHF 1000 penalty to cover any expenses incurred by the School, and you will need to find another internship place in order to obtain your certificate.
71) Charges & costs for internships:

71.1) Charges: The career services at IMI are free of charge for all students provided you apply appropriately within the deadline. If you apply for an internship and decline a position organised for you by the School you will have to make your own arrangements to find an internship place. A penalty of CHF1000 may apply in case of a breach of contract to cover legal expenses. 71.2) Costs: For Internships in Switzerland you must by law have private Swiss health insurance. The school will extend your normal health insurance coverage, but this means you must pay the full amount required when you sign the contract of employment and before you commence your training period.
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The cost is CHF 86 per month, however the insurance is calculated according to age, therefore students over the age of 30 will have a higher premium. Note: internships ending before the end of a month must still be paid with the full monthly charge. This is payable in cash to the Internships and Careers Department. Students who do not pay for health insurance or who do not organise their own Swiss health insurance and who do not provide a copy to Internships and Careers Department will not be permitted to commence their internship. Any additional costs relating to the students interview and employment are to be borne by the student e.g. travel costs to interviews, registering with the local authority (Gemeinde/Communit) of the internship. For overseas internships, students are solely responsible for any work permit, visa, flights insurance or other fees that need to be paid. Generally, overseas contracts tend to include accommodation, however, if this is not the case, students will have to seek and pay for their own accommodation. In some countries an international medical and repatriation insurance coverage is required and students will be responsible for paying and arranging this. Should you have any queries or require further guidance on any of the points mentioned in Section C, please contact the Head of Internships, Careers & Alumni on [email protected].
72) Alumni:
Establishing strong alumni relationships is more important than ever for today's institutions of higher education. Understanding affinity and creating lasting relationships with alumni is critical for building loyalty, increasing involvement and encouraging ongoing giving and support. The Alumni website, www.imi-alumni.com, is open to all graduate students and will enable all our alumni, lecturers, staff and even partners in the industry (hotels, agents) to collaborate more effectively. Once your registration is approved, you are encouraged to subscribe to the Message Boards so that you receive email alerts when new posts are added. Jobs and management training opportunities will be posted on the Alumni website in the Message Board section and you are able to upload your CV onto your profile. Should you require assistance with your job search, the Career Services Department is able to assist you at any point in your career. This is a free service for all IMI Alumni and to take advantage of this service comp lete the Need Assistance Form on the Alumni website. The Message Board in the Alumni website also regularly updates you on Alumni reunions so that you are able to keep up with the increasing amount of development on-going within IMI. In case you already have or plan to start an alumni chapter in your region, please contact Ms Greta Musu, the Head of Internships, Careers and Alumni, on [email protected] .
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SECTION D: STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL

73) Purpose of the Student Representative Council:
A Student Representative Council (SRC) is constituted afresh each semester. Regular meetings of the Council are organised, normally every two weeks, where the Director of Operations and Dean attend the SRC in an ex-officio capacity. The President of the Council or their nominee chairs the SRC. All problems of any kind may be brought to the SRC. The functions of the SRC are to: represent to management the views, needs and wants of all students on matters relating to the School; consider the different needs of national and regional groups within the School and to consider with management how these might be met; organise at least one fund-raising event during the semester, the proceeds from which the SRC can use for agreed purchases/subsidy of events for the benefit of the student population; perform such tasks as are necessary to the provision of social and other events within the School for the benefit of students; ensure co-operation, goodwill and harmony between all students within the School. SRC Members and Elections The SRC will have three types of membership. 73.1) Elected representatives: The student body will elect a full number of representatives for the SRC by week 4. An ad-hoc interim SRC for all students, if required, will be put in place by week 2. All students registered for courses at IMI are entitled to stand for election to the SRC and to vote in such elections. The number of elected positions on the SRC (number of members) shall be determined on the basis of one representative for each 30 students per course save that each class shall have a minimum of one representative. The courses are: - University English Preparatory Course - Certificate in International Hotel and Tourism Management - Diploma in International Hotel and Tourism Management - All Higher Diploma courses (counts as one course) - All Bachelor of Arts with Honours Degrees (counts as one course) - Postgraduate Diploma in International Hotel and Events Management - Master of Business Administration in International Hotel, Health and Spa Management/Master of Business administration in Swiss Hotel Management (counts as one course) - Master of Business Administration in International Hospitality Management Nominations for election will be sought in week 3 of the semester. Nominees must meet the personal specifications. Each person nominated must have the support of and agreement with two signatories. Elections will be held in week 4 of the semester. Where the number of nominations exceeds the number of places for a course, there shall be an election and the electorate shall consist of all members of that course. Candidates for election are permitted, at the meeting at which the election takes place, to make one oral Address not exceeding two minutes to their electorate if they so wish. Voting is by secret ballot using the first past the post system. A member of academic staff shall act as returning officer for SRC elections.
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73.2) Appointed representatives: The national groups within the student body shall appoint a representative or representatives to the SRC. All students registered for courses at IMI are entitled to be appointed to the SRC as representative of a national group. The number of representatives appointed by the national groups shall be determined on the basis of (a) 1 representative member for each 10 students belonging to a national group; (b) 1 representative member for each 10 students belonging to the European regional group where not sufficient to confirm appointment under the terms of (a); and (c) 1 representative member for each 10 students belonging to the Rest of the World international group where not sufficient to confirm appointment under the terms of (a). No representative of a national group appointed to the SRC can be a candidate for election to the SRC under the terms of Point 1 above. The Dean and Director of Operations should be notified of the names of appointed representatives no later than the end of week 5 of the semester. 73.3) Voluntary representatives (Events Team): At the commencement of each semester the names of 10 volunteer representatives to serve as members of the SRC will be solicited. Volunteer representatives function to contribute to the discussions of the SRC and to service the SRCs programme of events and functions and such events and functions in the School more widely. 73.4) Rights of representatives: All representatives have the right to attend and speak at SRC meetings. Elected and appointed representatives of the SRC have full and equal voting rights. Voluntary representatives have no voting rights. Only elected representatives are entitled to hold executive offices of the SRC. 74.5) Executive Committee and Offices: The SRC shall have an Executive Committee consisting of at least the following offices chosen from among the elected representatives - President; - Vice-President and Social Events; - Public Relations and Communications Officer - Treasurer and Secretary - up to 2 more Secretaries with specific and named responsibilities may be appointed as determined by the President of the SRC. The President of the SRC shall notify Director of Operations, Mr Caldwell of the names, titles and responsibilities of the post holders. See Appendix 1) for job descriptions of the executive Committee and its Oifficers. When the SRC has been properly constituted it must proceed to prepare for the election of a President. The elected members of the SRC shall assess those of its number who wish to be considered for the role of President. If only one name is forthcoming, that person is appointed President. If the elected members cannot agree on a single candidate, the names of those who wish to be considered for the post of President should be communicated to Mr Caldwell who will within one week of the receipt of such names organize a School wide election in which all students are entitled to vote. A member of academic staff serving as Returning Officer will supervise this process.
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Once a President has been elected, s/he must form an Executive Committee as outlined in 5(a) above. All posts are at the Presidents pleasure and s/he is expected to ensure a balance between different courses and different levels of experience. The resignation or incapacity of any member of the SRC shall activate the electoral process for a replacement and thus will be completed within seven days of such a resignation. In the event of the resignation or incapacity of the President, the Vice-President for Finance shall become President for the unexpired period of the Presidents term of office. In the event of the simultaneous resignation or incapacity of the President and Vice-President for Finance, then the Presidency will pass, in order of precedence, to the Vice President for National Groups and then to the Secretaries, the order of precedence of the latter being determined by the seniority of the course being attended.
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APPENDIX 1: SRC JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
Job Descriptions and personal specifications for Executive Committee and Offices 1. Responsible to: The President is responsible to: IMIs Director of Operations and the Dean. 2. Responsible for: All members of the Student Representative Council (hereafter known as the SRC) 3. Aims of the job The President must fulfil his/her tasks in order to ensure that: a) All duties relative to the job are carried out efficiently and on time, and; b) The organisation and operation of the SRC is effective at all times in respect to the duties and responsibilities and in a professional manner. 4. Duties and prerogatives The following are personal responsibilities the President must fulfil as part of his/her duty: a) take a lead role in forming and uniting an Executive Committee ensuring a balance between different levels of experience and capabilities; b) ensure the SRC remit for the semester is fulfilled in relation to leading and organising events and student participation; c) hold regular internal meetings with all the SRC members; d) ensure a record of internal meetings are readily available to the student body; e) hold on average 6 SRC meetings per semester with either the D OPS and/or AD; f) ensure control and a financial record is kept of all purchases and income; g) take a lead role in assisting the organisation and implementation of International Night; h) take personal responsibility for the float/deposit; and i) ensure effective communication of all related SRC tasks at all times. 5. Specific duties The President must also assume further specific duties assigned to him/her by the D OPS and AD when these fall under the scope of his/her responsibility, or when they are a matter of great significance to IMI University Centre and the student body. The President should also be flexible and have a good working relationship with all students, in particular with the other members of the SRC. 6. Particular entitlements None. 7. Replacement and resignation In the absence of the President, the Vice President of Social Events or Treasurer and Secretary will replace him/her. In the resignation of the President the electoral replacement process will be initiated. 8. Person Specification (eligibility criteria) a) Minimum of 100 Professional Attitude Points (past students only) b) No re-sit exams (past students only) c) No disbarment through absenteeism of classes (past students only) d) Thoughtfulness and confidence when dealing with all students; e) Reliable and hardworking; f) Self - motivated and the ability to motivate others; g) Maturity and out-going personality. President
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1. Responsible to: The Vice President and Social Events is responsible to: President of the SRC and the Director of Operations (D of OPS) and the Dean (AD). 2. Responsible for: All members of the Student Representative Council (hereafter known as the SRC) 3. Aims of the job The Vice President of Social Events must fulfil his/her tasks in order to ensure that: a. All duties relative to the job are carried out efficiently and on time, and; b. The organisation and operation of the SRC is effective at all times in respect to the duties and responsibilities and in a professional manner. 4. Duties and prerogatives In single cases, specific duties not here mentioned can be assigned or co-shared by the President form the Vice President of Social Events. The following are personal responsibilities the Vice President of Social Events must fulfil as part of his/her duty: a. take a lead role in organising all social events; b. hold at least one socially responsible event for all students in the current semester; c. ensure a record of purchases, costs and profit are kept by the Treasurer and Secretary; d. control and take responsibility for all SRC stock (e.g. music equipment, lighting drinks, decoration etc; e. ensure all Student bars are responsibly organised, monitored and controlled at all times; and f. liaise and assist the IMIs Student Events Coordinator with all School events by taking a leading role (e.g. Sports Day and International Night). 5. Specific duties The Vice President of Social Events must also assume further specific duties assigned to him/her by the D OPS and AD when these fall under the scope of his/her responsibility, or when they are a matter of great significance to IMI University Centre and the student body. The Vice President of Social Events should also be flexible and have a good working relationship with all students, in particular with the other members of the SRC. 6. Particular entitlements None. 7. Replacement and resignation In the absence of the President or Treasurer and Secretary will replace him/her. In the resignation of the Vice President of Social Events the replacement process will be initiated internally by the SRC. 8. Person Specification (eligibility criteria) a. Minimum of 100 Professional Attitude Points (past students only) b. No re-sit exams (past students only) c. No disbarment through absenteeism of classes (past students only) d. Thoughtfulness and confidence when dealing with all students; e. Reliable and hardworking; f. Self - motivated and the ability to motivate others; g. Maturity and out-going personality. Vice President and Social Events
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1. Responsible to: The Public Relations and Communications Officer is responsible to: President of the SRC and the Director of Operations and the Dean. 2. Responsible for: All members of the Student Representative Council (hereafter known as the SRC) 3. Aims of the job The Public Relations and Communications Officer must fulfil his/her tasks in order to ensure that: a. All duties relative to the job are carried out efficiently and on time, and; b. The organisation and operation of the SRC is effective at all times in respect to duties and responsibilities and carried out in a professional manner. 4. Duties and prerogatives In single cases, specific duties not here mentioned can be assigned or co-shared by the President and Vice President of Social Events from the Public Relations and Communications Officer. The following are personal responsibilities the Public Relations and Communications Officer must fulfil as part of his/her duty: a. take a lead role in marketing and advertising all events organised by the SRC; b. after each event provide a short report with photographs (if available) to IMIs marketing Department; c. produce four student newsletters in the current semester; d. regularly liaise with IMIs marketing department to ensure that all events and visitors to IMI obtain maximum PR exposure; e. take a lead role in assisting the organisation and implementation of International Night f. liaise with the SRC to ensure that the best public relations with the student body and IMI are upheld; and g. ensure effective communication of all related SRC event at all times. 5. Specific duties The Public Relations and Communications Officer must also assume further specific duties assigned to him/her by the Director of Operations and Dean when these fall under the scope of his/her responsibility, or when they are a matter of great significance to IMI University Centre and the student body. The Public Relations and Communications Officer should also be flexible and have a good working relationship with all students, in particular with the other members of the SRC. 6. Particular entitlements None. 7. Replacement and resignation In the absence of the Public Relations and Communications Officer the President or the Vice President of Social Events will replace him/her. In the resignation of the Public Relations and Communications Officer the replacement process will be initiated internally by the SRC. 8. Person Specification (eligibility criteria) a. Minimum of 100 Professional Attitude Points (past students only) b. No re-sit exams (past students only) c. No disbarment through absenteeism of classes (past students only) d. Thoughtfulness and confidence when dealing with all students; e. Reliable and hardworking; f. Self - motivated and the ability to motivate others; g. Maturity and out-going personality. Public Relations and Communications Officer
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1. Responsible to: The Treasurer and Secretary is responsible to: President of the SRC and the Director of Operations and the Dean. 2. Responsible for: All members of the Student Representative Council (hereafter known as the SRC) 3. Aims of the job The Treasurer and Secretary must fulfil his/her tasks in order to ensure that: a. All duties relative to the job are carried out efficiently and on time, b. The organisation and operation of the SRC is effective at all times in respect to duties and responsibilities and carried out in a professional manner. Duties and prerogatives In single cases, specific duties not here mentioned can be assigned or co-shared by the President and Vice President of Social Events from the Treasurer and Secretary. The following are personal responsibilities the Treasurer and Secretary must fulfil as part of his/her duty: c. ensure and control all financial aspects of the SRC; d. keep all monies of the SRC safely secure (e.g. in a School Student safe); e. record all purchases, costs and income (e.g. from student bars) on an excel spreadsheet which must be available for viewing at anytime by students and the Director of Operations and Dean; f. Keep on file all receipts of purchases; g. take personal responsibility for the float/deposit provided by IMI which must be returned in full at the end of the semester; h. take and keep a record of all minutes of internal SRC meetings; and i. ensure a role in assisting the organisation and implementation of International Night. Specific duties The Treasurer and Secretary must also assume further specific duties assigned to him/her by the Director of Operations and Dean when these fall under the scope of his/her responsibility, or when they are a matter of great significance to IMI University Centre and the student body. The Treasurer and Secretary should also be flexible and have a good working relationship with all students, in particular with the other members of the SRC. Particular entitlements None. Replacement and resignation In the absence of the Treasurer and Secretary the President or the Vice President of Social Events will replace him/her. In the resignation of the Treasurer and Secretary the replacement process will be initiated internally by the SRC. Person Specification (eligibility criteria) a. Minimum of 100 Professional Attitude Points (past students only) b. No re-sit exams (past students only) c. No disbarment through absenteeism of classes (past students only) d. Thoughtfulness and confidence when dealing with all students; e. Reliable and hardworking; f. Self - motivated and the ability to motivate others; g. Maturity and out-going personality. Treasurer and Secretary
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APPENDIX 2: SERVICE AND HOUSEKEEPING DUTY TEAM JOB DESCRIPTIONS

SERVICE DUTY Students responsible All first year students excluding those who live outside School. Please see the notice board for the duty rota. The correct service uniform is to be worn at all times. Time to be present Breakfast 06.30 Dinner 17.45 (weekdays) 17.15 (weekends and public holidays) Brunch 10.15 (Saturday and Sunday) Daily duties to be performed Report to the Duty Manager for a grooming check. Follow the instructions of the Duty Manager in preparing the Main Dining Hall (MDH) for service. Your duties may include any or all of the following. Check all cutlery is polished and cutlery trays are full. Check all the glasses are polished and properly stored outside. Ensure all plates and soup bowls are polished and stacked correctly on buffet counter. Excess polished plates should be stored in the cupboards beside the pot wash. Ensure the Buffet has been fully wiped down and that all work surfaces are clean. Ensure all the student tables are freshly wiped down and clean. Ensure there are the appropriate condiments and that they have been cleaned. Ensure all napkins holders are full (3 separate holders). Ensure you have a back up supply of napkins and they are stored below the buffet. Ensure all trays are polished and that the tray stacker is full. Ensure staff tables are set up in the appropriate manner. 1 window table (furthest from Buffet x 4 covers). Ensure the coffee station and surrounding area is wiped down and clean. Ensure the coffee station is fully set up with sugar, thermos flask (x 2), coffee, milk, plastic spoons and clean cups. All excess cups and saucers are neatly stored in the cupboards beside the pot wash. Ensure sufficient bread is cut for service and backup is stored in the bread drawer. Ensure a plentiful supply of butter in the fridge. Ensure teachers tables have sufficient bread baskets and butter supplies. Ensure teachers tables have sufficient supplies (water, bread basket, butter and condiments). Ensure water and ice tea are on the buffet and back up supplies of ice tea are available. Ensure teachers service station is set up and ready for service. Ensure the lights are on, window blinds at the appropriate level in sunshine and retracted in dull weather.
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HOUSEKEEPING DUTY Students responsible All second year students excluding those living out. Please see the notice board for the duty rota. Uniform must be worn for lunch duty although it is not required for evening duty. Times to be present Weekdays at 12.30 for 30 minutes and at 19.30 for 60 minutes. Weekends at 12.30 for 30 minutes. Lunchtime housekeeping duty The Housekeeping Duty Team should report to reception each day at 12.30 to report in, collect the AM Housekeeping Checklist and enquire if there are any specific tasks to be performed. Materials to assist in your duties will be provided. Duties to be performed include the following. Empty and clean ashtrays in the designated smoking room. Wipe down and clean all tables in the Recreational area. Empty all bins in the toilets off the main reception. Patrol all around the outside of the School building paying particular attention to the main entrance of the school to pick up any items of rubbish including cigarette ends (when weather is inclement, appropriate outdoor clothing should be worn). Use your initiative in cleaning any areas where required. Report any noted breakages or light bulbs not working. Evening housekeeping duty The Housekeeping Duty Team should report to the Head of Duty each evening at 19.30 to report in, collect the PM Housekeeping Checklist and enquire if there are any specific tasks to be performed. The Duty Manager will assign students any of the following duties and ensure they are completed by visually checking the duties first hand. Wipe down and clean all tables in the Recreational area. Sweep, vacuum or wet mop the floor in the Recreational area and reception if required. Sweep the terrace, clean tables and ashtrays (when weather is inclement, appropriate outdoor clothing should be worn). Replenish toilet paper and paper towels in all public toilets on the ground floor. Clean all classrooms, including the computer and laptop rooms by ensuring the floors and tables are clean and the bins are emptied. In all classrooms ensure the windows are shut. In summer ensure that the heating is turned off. Before leaving classrooms ensure the lights are switched off. Report any noted breakages or light bulbs not working. Tick Box Tick Box
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Meeting Room Checklist 12.30pm Clear any used cutlery, crockery or glassware to SWR Check Meeting table and all surfaces are free from stains Neatly arrange conference room chairs Ensure fresh Milk Jug and creamers are in fridge Check inside of fridge is clean Refresh the Nespresso coffee portions (alert Chef Leonard to any shortages) Ensure 9 polished highball glasses are available Ensure 6 polished Master Lorenzo cups, saucers and teaspoons are available Ensure glass dish containing sugar sachets in full and refreshed Place one full bottle of Sparkling Water in Fridge Place on full bottle of Still Water in Fridge Fill Water Vessel on Nespresso Coffee Machine Empty used sachets and clean the drainage area of the Coffee Machine Ensure Meeting Room Door is locked Swiss Room Checklist Place all used cutlery, crockery and glassware onto glasswash rack Place rack into machine Polish all bar surfaces and coffee machine Polish cutlery, crockery and glassware from machine and place in proper storage area Check fridge has two cartons of milk and available creamers only Remove all other stock to either main kitchen or check with Chef Leonard 5.30pm
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APPENDIX 3: SHIFT MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible to: Responsible for: Head of Duty/Duty Supervisor Service and Housekeeping teams
Students responsible All Postgraduate students excluding those living out. Please see the notice board for the duty rota. The correct business dress is to be worn at all duty times. The function of the Shift Manager is to co-ordinate services within the School to ensure customer satisfaction. A Shift Manager must take their responsibilities seriously and be a strong team leader, ensuring that the duty teams carry out and perform their tasks effectively and to specified standards. Duty Managers may contact the Head of Duty or Duty Supervisor for advice and support. Times to be present Monday - Friday Breakfast 06.30 07.30 Dinner 17.30 22.00 Saturday and Sunday 10.00 22.00 (2 hour break: 12.00 14.00)
Management duties to be performed are as follows. 1 Collect the Duty File Book from reception at the start of your shift. 2. Responsible for ensuring that members of the service and housekeeping teams are present to complete duties. Report on students coming late or not at all to duties. Complete the Daily Attendance of the duty teams. 3. Responsible for ensuring that the service and housekeeping teams have completed all duties required of them on a daily basis. Personally check the restaurant and housekeeping teams work utilizing the respective checklists to ensure everything has been left clean and tidy and the checklists are complete. 4. Complete the MDH checklists prior to and following service and place in Mr. Curries tray in reception (1 sheet per service). 5. On completion of their duties the Duty Team Leaders must report to you that the team have completed their tasks. A Duty Team should not leave until the Shift Manager is satisfied that everything is in order. 6. Telephone Duties: Mon - Fri 19.30 22.00 Sat - Sun 14.00 17.00 and 19.30 22.00 See Answering the telephone below. 7. To report to the Head of Duty on a daily basis regarding the day-to-day running of the school and to undertake any reasonable duties required by the Head of Duty. 8. To supervise the School when the Head of Duty is on their breaks and in case of emergency, to report to the Head of Duty immediately with details of the situation. 9. Complete the Daily Log Book. Maintain logbook to record, for example, activities visitors, illness, breakages, and problems. 10. Ensure that all visitors sign in and out. 11. Ensure that all students respect the rules and regulations of the school. 12. Handover to the duty manager for the next duty period.
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APPENDIX 4: ROOM CHECK FORM Room number: Student name: ______________________ ______________________ Student number: Course Code: ___________ ______
The Housekeeping department has recently conducted a room check in this room, the condition of which is NOT acceptable either in part or the whole room. See table below. Further details can be obtained directly from the Head of Accommodation and Housekeeping at Reception. An immediate reduction in Professional Attitude marks has been recorded and further disciplinary action will be taken if the condition of your room does not improve. In cases where more than 10 marks have been lost, an Additional check will be conducted and improvements MUST be made in order to conform to the standards specified in the below. Lost Criteria assessed Penalty marks 1. Bed is made up 1 2. Bed sheets are on (except day of linen-change) 3. Ashtrays are empty 1 4. Windows are closed in winter 1 5. Clothes properly tidied/stored 6. No clothes drying on the actual balustrade 1 7. Balcony is clean, any items properly stored 1 8. Luggage and any items are properly stored 1 9. Desk/Table is tidied 10. Surfaces (desk/table, shelves, TV, Fridge etc.) are clean, free from dust 1 1 11. Toilet articles are properly stored 12. Mirror is clean 1 13. Sink is clean 1 14. Shower/bath is clean 1 15. Refrigerator clean inside and outside 16. No decaying food items in evidence anywhere in the room 1 1 17. Floor is clean 18. Lights, TV, Computer and other audio visual equipment are turned off 1 2 19. No forbidden domestic items (i.e. cookers) are in evidence 2 20. No cutlery and crockery from Main Dining Hall
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21. No forbidden substances are in evidence (I.e. spirit alcohol, drugs). Will be taken away! 22. Others: ____________________________________________ Total Head of Housekeeping Cc: Mr Currie (Professional Attitude mark)
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