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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 earning the CIHA has impacted their career development.

The Business of Hospitality: A Career That Opens Doors
Hospitality and travel are more than just service—they’re about leadership, innovation, and global opportunities. Whether you aspire to manage luxury hotels, start your own business, or shape the future of travel, this industry offers endless possibilities. Hear from experts who turned their passion into success.

Ready to open the door to your future? Read on!

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.

Great institutions are built by great people. At AIHM, our dedicated team shapes the future of hospitality—educators, mentors, and professionals who inspire and support our students every day. This Employee Appreciation Day, we celebrate the incredible individuals who make AIHM a world-class hub for hospitality education. Read more to discover the people behind our success.

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. 

Developing teams and individuals is an ongoing process that thrives on clear communication, structured goals, and a supportive environment. By fostering collaboration, setting clear expectations, and creating space for growth, organisations can empower their people to succeed. Let’s explore key strategies to build stronger teams and more capable individuals.

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.

Let’s face it: higher education can be tough for anyone. But for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), the challenges can feel like trying to climb Mount Everest with a backpack full of bricks. At AIHM, we’re all about helping our students lighten that load, so they can focus on what really matters—learning, growing and thriving.  

AIHM enjoys a stunning location with itsBangkok campus located right on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. By day, you can gaze out at the city skyline and observe the life of the river. Long-tail boats, ferries, shuttle boats and a variety of vessels cruise the water. At night, the skyline becomes an array of dazzling lights. AIHM’s Bangkok campus offers beautiful views every day of the year, but one night stands out as the most exceptional.