Overview
At Pacific International Hotel Management School (PIHMS), students from abroad can enroll in a range of hospitality sector programmes including the Bachelor of Applied Hotel Management (Level 7), New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5), Postgraduate Diploma in Hotel Management (Level 8), and the Master of Hotel Management (Level 9), all of which integrate practical training in a fully operational campus hotel. Intakes occur multiple times a year (e.g. late January, April, July, September) for New Zealand campus. Costs vary: for international Master’s students the total fee is about NZ$ 36,014 including tuition, insurance, visa, etc., while diplomas and bachelor’s degrees similarly scale by level and duration. On-campus accommodation (with meals) is offered; scholarships (especially accommodation discounts) are available. Graduates benefit from guaranteed paid industry placements, strong job outcomes, and leadership skill development.
Courses
| Course | NZQA Level | Duration / Key Features |
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| New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5) | Level 5 | 1 year full-time; includes 6-month industry placement. |
| Bachelor of Applied Hotel Management | Level 7 | 3 years full-time; very hands-on, using the PIHMS working hotel campus; includes two paid industry placements. |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Hotel Management | Level 8 | ~1.5 years (includes study + paid industry placement) designed for those who already have a bachelor’s degree. |
| Master of Hotel Management | Level 9 | ~1.5 years; includes specialization options (such as Marketing, Digital Marketing, HR, Food & Beverage, IT, Front Office, Rooms Division), operational training plus thesis. |
Intake Season
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New Zealand campus: several intakes per year (e.g. January, April, July, September) for many programs.
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India (Jaipur campus): two yearly intakes—April and December.
Cost Details
Costs vary depending on the programs. Detailed information is provided upon request.
Below is a general breakdown of headings of potential expenses:
| Cost Category | Details | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Program Fee | Tuition, Admin, Tax, Health Insurance, etc. | provided upon request |
| Application Fee | Usually waived or included in program fee | provided upon request |
| Visa Fees | Typically covered by host employer | provided upon request |
| Flights | May or may not be included (varies by provider) | provided upon request |
| Deposit | Refundable security deposit (some providers) | provided upon request |
| Accommodation & Fooding | General living expenses | provided upon request |
Benefits
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Hands-on, operational training in a real or simulated hotel environment so that theory is closely tied to practice.
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Paid industry placement(s) during study, giving work experience and industry contacts.
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Multiple career pathways (food & beverage, front office, rooms division, management, etc.) globally.
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Good employment outcomes shortly after graduation.
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On-campus accommodation and community living, which helps international students adjust.
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