Why choose initial training atÉcole de Savignac ?

Are you interested in hotel and catering management, but wondering whether it's better to choose an initial training course or a sandwich course? It's a very pertinent question, especially in the hotel and restaurant sector, where professional experience is a major advantage when recruiting. So what does a full-time course at Savignac look like, and what are its advantages? We tell you all about it in this article.

To begin with, what is initial training atÉcole de Savignac?

Initial training is simply the classic full-time academic course, with the aim of obtaining a diploma.

In a Bachelor's program at Savignac, for example, the first two years are spent on campus, punctuated by internships.

In the third year, you can choose between an initial or sandwich course.

You can choose between three initial management specializations:

●Business and luxury hotels
●Leisure and luxury hotels
●Events and catering

This management specialization is enriched by practical internships in France or abroad, which enable the theoretical knowledge acquired to be applied in a real-life context.

A work-study program is a little different, as the company you choose becomes your main learning environment. You alternate between periods of training on the École campus and practical work in the company. But whether you opt for a full-time or part-time program, allEcole de Savignac courses are designed to develop your professional skills. 

What initial training courses are available atÉcole de Savignac ?

École de Savignac offers a Bachelor's degree in Hotel and Catering Management and an MBA, two programs recognized as among the best post-baccalaureate courses in the hospitality industry.

These comprehensive courses are tailored to the needs of the sector, preparing you to excel in the world of hospitality and become future industry leaders.

What are the advantages of initial training in hospitality management?

Initial training offers many advantages. We'll now look at how they can enrich your educational and professional experience.

Develop a structured work methodology

To begin with, one of the great advantages of initial training is that you benefit from structured pedagogical support. This framework helps you to organize your time efficiently, whether you're revising or working on your projects. It's the perfect way to develop a sound work methodology, provided, of course, that you are assiduous and respect these requirements. An excellent way to lay a solid foundation for your academic career!

Time to define your career path

Initial training at Savignac gives students the time and resources to explore different facets of hospitality management. Through a variety of courses and practical activities, students can identify their specific interests and refine their career goals, which is essential in defining their future professional direction.

Benefit from personalized support

At Savignac, students benefit from personalized support tailored to their specific needs. Dedicated support for full-time students is designed to help them achieve their goals, providing them with the tools and resources they need to excel in the field of hospitality management.

Make the most of your student life

The initial route allows you to live your student years to the full. It's a smooth transition to the professional world, unlike alternance, which favors early immersion in the job market. As a student, you have more free time to see your friends and engage in sporting or cultural activities, which enriches your university experience and builds you as a person! It's a real plus in terms of comfort and flexibility compared with sandwich courses.

Getting more involved in campus life

As a first-year student, you can get more involved in campus life. For example, you can join a student office such as the ESE (École de Savignac Entreprise) and participate in or organize activities. There are many other associations like Savillage, SaviAct, Savigroove, la Savinothèque... Depending on your interests and passions, you'll never be short of opportunities to get involved and have fun. Whether it's sport, culture, social commitment or even oenology, every student can find their place and enrich their university experience within these dynamic and varied groups. This is Savignac's other way of learning to manage!

Being a member of a student office takes time and energy, and that's precisely why taking an initial training course is advantageous: it allows you to devote 100% of your time to this investment!

Balancing study and work

Initial training, with its clear organization of course, company and vacation periods, offers you a great opportunity: the chance to do a student job. Whether it's to finance your course or develop your skills, working part-time during your studies is a rewarding experience. What's more, it's an excellent way of enhancing the value of your CV and building a network of professional contacts, both of which will be invaluable in your future career. Students also have the option of finding a job in lieu of an internship, but they must demonstrate the same level of mission and qualification expectations.

Ability to study abroad

Is there any sector more marked by international cultures than the hotel, tourism and catering industry? As a student atÉcole de Savignac, you have the incredible opportunity to experience one or more international adventures: whether it's spending a semester at a university abroad, or completing an internship outside France. These challenging experiences are extremely enriching. They help you gain maturity, build your CV, prepare for your future career and open up to cultural diversity. Whether you're in a Bachelor's or MBA program or following a full-time course, all your hotel management internships can take place abroad.

So, should you opt for sandwich courses or initial training?

To sum up, when you choose Savignac's initial training program, you're opting for a traditional model that will enable you to concentrate effectively on learning at school. You'll also be able to take advantage of opportunities for study semesters abroad and internships with well-known companies.
However, when choosing between initial training and sandwich courses, it's important to bear in mind that the choice depends above all on your goals and aspirations!

In any case, Savignac's hotel and catering management training program offers high added value on the job market, and is highly appreciated by employers. École de Savignac is regularly ranked as one of the best hotel schools in the world by several recognized organizations. This excellence will give you access to a wide range of management positions in the hotel, restaurant and events industries.

Do you have any further questions about initial training? Don't hesitate to contact our advisors atÉcole de Savignac, they'll be delighted to help.