ITCHI - International Training Center and Hospitality Institute, Inc

ITCHI (International Training Center and Hospitality Institute) is a professional educational institution specializing in hospitality, leisure, and tourism management training. Originally founded as the Institutional Management Association, it serves as the professional body for individual managers and aspiring managers in these industries. The institute offers world-class education with programs designed to prepare students for careers in hospitality through practical, hands-on learning experiences. ITCHI features state-of-the-art simulators that recreate real restaurant, bar, front desk, and hotel scenarios, built on the excellent reputation of partner hotels to ensure up-to-date, high-quality programs. Training occurs in fully equipped 5-star training facilities that meet high standards for safety, functionality, and stimulation, with CCTV cameras and lockers provided for student security. The curriculum is developed from actual 5-star luxury hotel standards and procedures, ensuring relevance to industry requirements. ITCHI holds national accreditation from TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority) in the Philippines, with international affiliations that provide local and overseas employment opportunities. Graduates gain priority job placement through JOBSMANILA INTERNATIONAL, a member of the Overseas Placement Association of the Philippines (OPAP). The institute also offers on-the-job and management training opportunities with partner hotels and restaurants locally and internationally, including in Thailand, with potential for full-time absorption. Certified trainers with diverse educational backgrounds and industry experience deliver the programs, focusing on developing skills, competencies, and leadership qualities for successful hospitality careers. ITCHI caters to both students entering the workforce after graduation and those seeking career shifts.