We are very proud of the qualifications we offer. Below are a selection of recommendations from past students, lecturers and employers.

An employer's experience 

“I’m pleased to write this recommendation for Mr Suraj Kurkute who is currently studying the Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management at LSM Business School. Mr Kurkute, shows his developments in team working, customer and guest knowledge and in-depth understanding of key hospitality functions, which I can see he gained as a direct result of the programme he is following at LSM Business School”

Hamad K. Kidwai
Asst. Food & Beverage Manager, Hilton London Heathrow Airport

An employer's experience 

"The school has been providing industry training to more than 150 personnel in the Hilton Hotel Dalian including the CTH Diploma programme for middle and senior level managers. We have employed many students from the school in the Hilton Hotel Dalian in industry training positions. With their skills and values, these students are the hotel industry managers of tomorrow."

Wolfgang Maier
General Manager, Hilton Hotel Dalian 

An employer's experience

"Having worked in key deluxe properties/hospitality companies around the world the last few years (including The Waldorf Astoria in New York City, Claridge's in London and Regent Seven Seas Cruises) I have come across several CTH graduates, who have all been of very high calibre. Furthermore, my experience as a Lecturer in Oxford House College, London (where CTH Diploma and Advanced Diploma modules are being taught) confirmed my opinion that CTH offers high quality education that enhances the graduates' chances of gaining a successful career in the international hospitality industry. In my current role, as Vice President Human Resources for First Hotels, I welcome the opportunity to recruit CTH graduates in the near future."

Nina  Kullander
Vice President Human Resources, First Hotels

www.firsthotels.com

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A student experience 

Minaaz studied the CTH Diploma in Travel Agency Management and Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management and then went on to gain a first class honours degree in International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Bournemouth University. She commented: "I decided to study with CTH because, besides being recognised worldwide by employers, the modules offered specialised in the specific areas which would be beneficial for my future career as a tour operator."

Minaaz
India

A student experience 

"When I first arrived in the UK in 1987, I was just 29 years of age. The first week upon my arrival, I was taken round London by my elder sister to many of the colleges and universities there. She asked me a very typical question; 'What would you like to study?' As I had once had a little work experience as a litigation clerk in a law firm, I responded by saying vaguely 'Well... law I suppose'. Like most young people, I did not know what I wanted to do as a career but I knew I was really interested in tourism and hospitality, (this was partly because, when I was young, I ran away from home many times, curious about life and places outside my little village!). So off we went around London scouting for a college that offered a good Hospitality course. I settled on the CTH Diploma which gave me the foundation for higher level studies at degree level and, I am happy to say, I had almost all distinctions for the modules, except computing! My choice of career path that day in London is something I have never regretted. I am glad CTH is involved in hospitality and tourism education in my country. CTH qualifications are ideal for students looking for management training for these industries and I am looking forward to CTH's growth in Malaysia."

Michael Chew
Principal / CEO
Genting International College
Malaysia

A student experience 

"I chose CTH because it is recognised internationally, making it easier for me to find jobs within the sector in any country. I ended up doing the CTH Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Hotel Management with Distinctions and Credits for the modules. This course helped me gain admission into Bournemouth University's final year to do a top-up degree in International Hospitality and Tourism Management and then I got a scholarship to do a Masters of Science in International Hospitality, Operations and Events Management. I currently work for the Strand Palace Hotel in London as Reservations Supervisor and Trainer for the hotel. In the long term I want to set up a training school for students who want a career in the hospitality industry in Ghana where tourism and hospitality is just developing."

Genevieve
Ghana

A student experience 

"I am Francesco, Italian and I have a natural passion for the hotel industry. Although I already had seven years experience in the hotel industry across three different countries, (Italy, Germany and United Kingdom) I felt I needed to complete my profile academically in order to develop a career at a management level. I conducted a deep research and I discovered that CTH was the most valuable organisation since it delivers well structured professional courses and it is internationally recognised among the leading hotel companies. I enrolled on the Diploma in Hotel Management programme and after completing my first semester I got a position at the five star deluxe Hotel "Langham". This gave me the possibility to under-go a cross-training programme across all the food and beverage outlets since I am food and beverage orientated. After the completion of the diploma level I was promoted to supervisory level and I have since joined a tailored management programme to become a manager within the next couple of years. I believe studying at CTH has been my most valuable experience and it has been a clear sign to my company that I am focused on a career within the hotel industry. CTH has aided my career progression."

Francesco
Italy

 A student experience 

"I have been interested in travel for a while and I wanted to learn more about it. I have travelled to many countries all over the world and I love travelling. These courses seemed the best way to get into the industry.

The Virgin Atlantic / GTMC courses have a particular reputation that I wanted to be part of. The teacher is great because she goes into detail and explanations are clear and understandable. The staff are friendly and helpful and cover all your needs and the classes are small which makes it more personal. I'm going onto the VA 2 course next and then the Star Alliance / GTMC Galileo Professional course. I plan to work in Sidney International Airport as a ground hostes'.

Natalie
VA 1

A student experience 

"I decided to study airfares and ticketing because I wanted to have some training and knowledge so that I could apply with confidence for jobs within the travel sector. I decided to study the Virgin Atlantic / GTMC course because it seemed informative and would look good on my CV. I chose this college because it was in a central location, it had a good reputation and it was a pleasant environment to learn in.

I feel confident that the course will benefit me and enable me to successfully search for jobs in the industry. Once I finish the course I will start applying for positions within the sector and hopefully within three years I may have my own company!

Joanne
VA 1 and VA 2 

A student experience 

"I wanted to study an airfares and ticketing course to take on new challenges and skills, and to apply my service experience which I developed in my previous employment. I believe the Virgin Atlantic / GTMC course has a great reputation and corporate image. I¹m really enjoying the training. I plan to start looking for a job in a big travel company soon.

Laura
VA 1 and VA 2