AIHM HIGHER

Every memorable stay or meal begins with the unseen dedication of countless hospitality professionals. On this Labour Day, we celebrate the hard work, passion and teamwork that transform everyday moments into lasting memories.

When Nimi Khanijou completed her studies at the Asian Institute of Hospitality & Management (AIHM) and continued onward at Les Roches, she already knew she wanted to be an industry trailblaser. Today, she’s well on her way, blazing a trail as the first AIHM alumnus to step into Minor Hotels’ Preferred Employment Status opportunity, a pathway designed to fast-track talented graduates into impactful roles across the company.

How can the CIHA propel you to new heights? Siraphop Watthanabaramisakun shares how the CIHA has been helping him progress in his career at Minor Hotels in Thailand. Mathew Kiran John talks about how the CIHA has helped him in his career journey at Minor Hotels properties in the Maldives. The two professionals joined AIHM from different countries and different departments—Siraphop from the Rooms division and Mathew from Engineering—both with the desire and motivation to fill in the gaps in their hospitality expertise, to boost their leadership abilities and to reach increasingly new heights in their careers over the years to come.

Read on to learn about how earning the CIHA has impacted their career development.

For AIHM students Julie Khin, Keanu Van Cauwenbergh and Milla Greco, hospitality isn’t just a career path—it’s a family legacy. As they grew up, the budding leaders watched their parents nurture hospitality businesses rooted in care, creativity and community. At AIHM, they’re building on their families’ aspirations and redefining hospitality for the next generation.

For many years, Switzerland has set the gold standard for hospitality management education—and for good reasons. Swiss hotel schools are excellent. That’s why AIHM offers a Swiss-style education in Academic Association with Les Roches. 

The AIHM experience is a special one. As students, we come from a diversity of backgrounds and nationalities—while all sharing many of the same passions and goals. The Student Committee is devoted to fostering and ensuring this special experience for all of us. Together as a Committee, we work hard to enhance student wellbeing and develop a strong sense of community within AIHM. 

Read on to meet our current officers and learn about our plans for the year. 

AIHM’s students come from cities throughout Thailand and the world to reshape the future of the hospitality business. They pursue their own individual dreams. They work toward their goals. And, importantly, they learn the foundational skills for creating a sustainable impact on businesses and communities.

Managers are made, not born. Certainly, each individual has their own innate strengths, but to reach their full potential and maximise their growth, people need mentors and teachers to guide them along the way. AIHM’s faculty work hard to unlock the potential within each and every student. AIHM lecturers help students develop the skills they need to succeed in the business world and to continue growing on their own paths after graduation.  

Are you a current AIHM student thinking about the next few years? A high school student exploring potential colleges? The parent of a high school student? A manager or recruiter interested in AIHM’s one-of-a-kind management education and how it prepares the business leaders of tomorrow? 

AIHM trains the leaders of tomorrow. Whether you’re dreaming of a career in hotel management or life as an entrepreneur, a degree from AIHM prepares you to succeed. At AIHM, you can gain the knowledge, connections and experience to achieve your goals.