Founded by Jacques Tschumi, an enterprising Swiss Hotelier in 1893 in Lausanne, Switzerland, Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne is the oldest hospitality education institution in the world. Over a century, Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne has retained its standing as the most prestigious hospitality management school world over. Its unique pedagogy is at the very heart of its success. The hospitality management school has built its education philosophy on the twin pillars of art and science. A student is encouraged to develop a fine balance between the analytical skills required for sound business decision-making and the intuitive creativity required for innovative problem solving.

With its rich repository of experience, Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne is an institution steeped in traditions as rich as those of the most venerable hotels around the world. However, a visit to the school reveals a young and dynamic institution which has evolved constantly by accessing modern technology, infrastructure and practices while staying true to its roots. Today it continues to be a touchstone of talent and vision, a breeding ground from which the next generation the leaders of the international hospitality industry will emerge.

In 2007, Taylor Nelson Sofres Travel & Tourism(UK) ranked EHL as No.1 institute from which employers hire staff.