Language: EN

Wellness and Spa Management, spreading Study

Company International College for Tourism and Management - ITM GmbH
Standard length of the study 2 years = 4 semesters: ITM Diploma; 1 year=2 semesters for graduates of vocational schools (HLW/ HLT, hotel school); 1 extra year at one of our partner universities worldwide: Bachelor’s Degree in International Hospitality and Tourism Management
Time interval of the study opens every week
Price (non-payer of VAT) 2 750 € (per semester)
Place of study Hochstraße 32c, 2680, Semmering, Austria
Contact Mag. Xenia Schnehen
phone: +43 (0)2664/8630
fax: +43 (0)2664/2107
e-mail: marketing@itm-semmering.at
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Profile of a graduate

Situated in the small village of Semmering, about 90 km south west from Vienna, we offer high-school graduates who are interested in starting their career in such a worldwide booming industry as Wellness and Spa, an intensive, profound and practice orientated education in English.

Wellness and Spa are major trends in the tourism industry today, and ITM helps its students to get a jump start in this fascinating and comprehensive field. The program comprises sound education in the fields of management, service and health. Moreover, students gain basic knowledge in natural sciences (e.g. medical fundamentals, anatomy, nutrition etc.) as well as therapies and other practical training seminars (e.g. in cosmetics, massages, dietary needs etc.) in order equip them with the professional tools to directly enter into junior and mid-level management positions in the wellness and spa environment.

Our education is based on cultural, intellectual and moral development of our students in a multicultural environment. Cultural diversity as well as the personal atmosphere are key elements of the ITM educational concept.

Our program is completed with the reception of a Diploma, which is not only valid within Austria but also worldwide.

We at ITM offer our applicants extensive career coaching and consultation so that the right career decision is taken. After the successful completion of the ITM College program, the graduates have the following paths open to them:

  • Joining the industry and starting their career.
  • Continuing their studies at one of our partner universities either in Europe, Australia or in the USA.
Way of study termination

Admission requirements: secondary-school leaving certificate for first semester entry; secondary-vocational-school leaving certificate (hotel school) for third semester entry. Graduates receive a state diploma.

Bachelor's Degree can be obtained

Studies organisation

The course compromises a combination of theoretical and practical education, and covers the following areas:

  • Spa services (natural sciences, thearpies and products)
  • human resource management
  • marketing and promotion
  • facility management
  • financial management
  • business operations
Level of study spreading
Form of study daily
Tuitional language English
Field of study Economics - Management
Services - Tourist trade
Entrance exam - Details

Admission Procedure for EU citizens:

Application Form (available on our website www.itm-semmering.at) and the following documents:

  • Curriculum vitae/resume (in English – no hand-written documents)
  • Copy of birth certificate (certified English or German translation)
  • Copy of proof of nationality (certified English or German translation)

After having completed all the necessary requirements for application, you will be attending a personal interview (for non-Austrians: telephone-interview). Depending on your performance and motivation, you will/will not be admitted to ITM. The application procedure will be finalized with the payment of an admission fee of € 700,00.

Further information about the study
  • EUR 700 admission fee after acceptance to ensure study place at the colleg
  • study fee at the start of semester
The use of the graduates

The goal of our education is to prepare graduates to take up a position in middle management in the field of wellness and spa tourism, especially in the fields of:

  • thermal hotels
  • wellness resorts
  • spas
  • recreation centres
Accommodation, meals and free time

Semmering lies in the Alpine ski area on the Semmering mountain, approx. 1000 metres above sea level. The unique beauty of the countryside, the Semmering Railway (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), its clean air and the great variety of sports facilities attract visitors both in winter and summer. Furthermore, Europe’s largest area for night-time skiing and tobogganing offers fun and recreation for students.

ITM offers its students a wide variety of accommodation that ranges from hotels, small guesthouses, apartments and shared rooms. Some students prefer to share a house with their fellow students. ITM will gladly support you in finding the right place for you to stay and enjoy your time in Semmering.

Requirements of accepting foreign students

Admission Procedure for NON EU Students

You send the ITM application form together with the following documents by mail to ITM College, Hochstrasse 32c. 2680 Semmering, Austria, Europe:

  • certified copy of birth certificate
  • certified copy of the high school diploma
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • your personal essay in English language (300 – 500 words)
  • 2 recent passport photos, copy of your passport.

All documents in English or German translation (certified copies). Please note that all documents that are required for the visa application must be handed in German translation to ITM!

Applications are selected by the Admissions Committee on the basis of:

  • Academic background – certificates or diplomas of educational institutions

After having completed all the necessary requirements of the application, you will be attending a personal interview (for non-Austrians: telephone-interview). Depending on your performance and motivation, you will/will not be admitted to ITM. The application procedure will be finalized with the payment of the payment of an admission fee of € 1350,00.

Upon receipt of payment, ITM will issue all required documents for the visa application.

Detail of the company

Company International College for Tourism and Management - ITM GmbH
Residence Hochstraße 32c, 2680, Semmering, Austria
Contact on the company Phone: +43 (0)2664/8630
Fax: +43 (0)2664/2107
E-mail: office@itm-semmering.at
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Web http://www.itm-semmering.at