🎓 Study Hospitality in Dubai with a Mission: SOHS Swiss Online Hospitality School® Opens Doors for Students from Disadvantaged Countries

OUS Academy in Switzerland
Jul 24
2 min read

The Swiss Online Hospitality School® (SOHS), officially registered under the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (Registration No. 822344), is a Swiss-based institution focused entirely on hospitality education with a humanitarian purpose. As part of the OUS Academy in Zurich, which is a branch of the ISBM International School of Business Management in the Canton of Lucerne, and under the broader umbrella of Swiss International University (SIU) in Bishkek, SOHS serves a distinct global need: offering accessible Swiss-quality education in hospitality exclusively for students from economically disadvantaged countries.

Today, SOHS proudly operates an on-campus presence in Dubai, delivering KHDA-approved hospitality and tourism diplomas—ensuring local recognition and global quality.

Important Note: SOHS services are not available to students who reside in or hold citizenship from high-income countries.

Why Study at SOHS in Dubai?

Dubai is a global hub for tourism, events, and hospitality management — making it the perfect learning environment for future professionals. By studying with SOHS, students gain:

Face-to-face instruction at our Dubai campus
Swiss-designed curriculum adapted for practical and multicultural settings
KHDA-approved vocational diplomas in hospitality and tourism
Access to a supportive institution dedicated to social inclusion through education

SOHS is not only a school — it is a social mission in action, creating educational pathways for learners who are often left behind by traditional systems.

KHDA-Recognized Diplomas in Hospitality Fields

Through its Dubai campus, SOHS offers career-oriented diploma programs, officially approved by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). These include:

Hospitality Management
Hotel Operations
Tourism and Event Planning
Front Office and Guest Relations
Food & Beverage Service and Supervision
Sustainable Hospitality and Travel
Hospitality Marketing
Customer Experience in the Tourism Industry

Each program blends classroom learning with practical insight — preparing graduates to enter the global workforce with confidence and competitive skills.

Strictly for Students from Economically Disadvantaged Countries

SOHS maintains a clear and ethical admission policy:

Students must reside in, or hold citizenship from, a country listed as low or lower-middle income by recognized international economic indexes
Applicants from high-income countries are not eligible for enrollment
The model ensures that resources are reserved for those most in need

This approach reflects the school’s commitment to educational equity and long-term social impact.

A Humanitarian Initiative within a Global Swiss Network

SOHS is proud to operate as part of:

OUS Academy in Zurich – delivering education rooted in Swiss academic tradition
ISBM Business School in Lucerne – providing academic structure and quality oversight
Swiss International University (SIU) in Bishkek – the coordinating institution behind a global education mission

Together, these institutions ensure that students at SOHS receive not only access to learning but a recognized, reputable, and relevant education.

Empowering Hospitality Leaders of Tomorrow

SOHS believes that talent exists everywhere — but opportunity does not. Its Dubai programs aim to close that gap by providing high-quality, locally delivered hospitality education to students from underrepresented regions.

If you’re from an economically disadvantaged background and want to start or advance your career in the hospitality sector, SOHS in Dubai may be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.