The ancient city of Suzhou has a history of more than 2,500 years. As a place famed for its well-known scholars, successful merchants, great architects and distinguished artists, Suzhou provides an ideal environment for studying, recreation and living. It is only 1 hour by train to cosmopolitan Shanghai, the second largest city in China.

In February 2004, the Blue Mountains opened its second joint venture campus in China, in Suzhou. This is a joint venture with the Suzhou Tourism & Finance Institute to conduct a two-year diploma programmed in hospitality management and is approved by the Ministry of Education, Jiangsu Province and also by the Education Bureau of Suzhou municipal city. It provides the graduate with the opportunity to go overseas to further their studies to a bachelor’s degree level either at the Blue Mountains Hotel School in Australia or Australian International Hotel School.

Suzhou Tourism and Finance Institute offer several 5-consecutive-year diploma courses, which combines 3 years of secondary education and 2 years of higher education. It is a first class vocational education provider in Jiangsu Province, renowned for its modern teaching facilities, advanced educational visions and strict management fostering professionals in tourism and hospitality, finance, commerce as its ultimate aim. It is one of the first tourism schools in China. Over hundreds of graduates have been sent to Japan, Singapore and other countries to further their studies or practice in the industry.

The joint venture program with Blue Mountains Hotel School is a "3 plus 2 program" leading to tertiary qualifications in hospitality management.

Location
The Blue Mountains Hotel School, Leura, Australia is located within three hectares of gardens. This campus in Leura is in the heart of the Blue Mountains, a heritage listed wilderness park that is one of the most popular tourist regions in New South Wales.

Students can concentrate on their studies in a tranquil environment whilst having easy access to shops, restaurants, hotels and a wide range of outdoor activities. Sydney, Australia’s premier city is only two hours away by train or car.

Accreditation
The Blue Mountains Hotel School – China joint ventures are approved by local government authorities. Graduates from Blue Mountains Hotel School – China Campuses will receive the full credit points transfer for the approved programmed of studies to gain the Bachelor of Business degree or further studies for Master’s degree at Blue Mountains Hotel School, Australia or Australian International Hotel School.

Note: As of 2009, students who have completed their Diploma in CTMI / STFI and continue their education at the Blue Mountains Hotel School (BMHS)/ Australian International Hotel School (AIHS) will need to complete additional semesters due to change of management at the schools. BMHS / AIHS are now under the Laureate Education, Inc. and new rules have been implemented.

Learning Environment
Campus Facilities

The campus at Suzhou offers fully equipped kitchens and dining room for international cuisine service and operation. The campus also has a practical application hotel for rooms division training.

An integral part of the students’ learning experience is the ability to apply their skills and knowledge whilst they are learning. Therefore, the students are provided with facilities on campus that simulate the real hotel environment for them to practice and learn within.

At the Blue Mountains Hotel School – China Campuses, we welcome anyone who wishes to start or develop a career in this dynamic tourism hospitality industry, regardless of age, background and nationality. So long as you meet our entry criteria and have a passion for service, you can become a student of the Blue Mountains Hotel School.

Currently, the majority of our students are school leavers from high school or vocational schools. We also have students who are university graduates seeking a change of major studies and industry people seeking a career change or higher education for better career opportunities.

Most of our students come from the various regions of China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan. We have also international students from Indonesia, Mongolia, New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia.

The ancient city of Suzhou has a history of more than 2,500 years. It boasts splendid scenery, rich cultural heritage and abundant agricultural products. It is situated in the lower Yangtze basin next to Lake Taihu. Since the founding of Suzhou as the capital of the Wu Kingdom in 514 BC, Suzhou has been the political, economic and cultural centre of the region. It is also renowned for its famous scholars, successful merchants, great architects and distinguished artists. Suzhou provides an ideal environment for studying, recreation and living. Suzhou is also only 35 minutes by fast train to cosmopolitan Shanghai - "Paris of the East". The school is located in the old part of the city which is a major tourist area with its traditional black, grey and white Chinese architecture - typical of Suzhou, it's waterways, gardens and famous “7-mile Street” shopping area - all within walking distance from the school.