Students joining Les Roches International School of Hotel Management will need to have individual access to our intranet website, which hosts student information, including support and teaching documents and other learning resources, and students will also require access to the internet which is vital for access to online library resources, email and project research.

This applies to the Associate Degree, Bachelors Degrees (BBA, BSc), Masters Programmes, Post Graduate Programmes, SHA Diploma / Certificate.

A choice between two options is available to meet our requirements:

Students are strongly encouraged to purchase a package through the School. It comprises a latest mode laptop, extended warranty and an enhanced support program through the School IT team.

 The school notebook computer will have at least the following specifications :

• Intel Core 2 Processor (or equiv.)

• 4GB Ram

• 15.4 inch Screen(SXGA)

• 1GB Network Capability

• 320 GB Hard Drive

• USB connections

• DVD/RW Multi-Burner

• Bluetooth, Wireless Lan

• 3 Years warranty

In order to benefit from the latest choices and prices, the actual model is selected 2 months before the intake. It will be from one of the market leading brands: IBM/Lenovo, Acer, HP

Ordering instructions to be published on the School web site 2 months before in-take.

2.1 Software Specification

Students may bring their own laptop but it MUST meet the School’s specifications as follows:

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  One version of the Windows Operating system must be installed (Only Genuine Software Licenses as accepted)
  o Windows XP Professional, or Home versions – IN ENGLISH ONLY
  o Windows Vista Business, Ultimate, or Home versions  – IN ENGLISH ONLY

   

• Apple Mac machines can only be connected if they have a full Windows XP or Windows Vista operating system installed (Home, Pro, Business, Ultimate)

• Microsoft Office PRO 2007 – The IT training courses on Word, Excel, Power point, and Access etc, are based on the 2007 version of Microsoft Office. (Also important for ease of file sharing).

• Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or higher

• Anti-Virus software (The school will provide software for your use).
  
  

Windows 7 (seven) :
While our IT Technicians have been evaluating pre-release versions of Windows 7 in our school environment, it is currently not possible to guarantee 100% functionality for the time being.
Students arriving with a Windows 7 PC will be accepted, assuming they understand and accept the risk of this situation.
 

IMPORTANT: Les Roches does NOT provide any software (windows XP, Office…etc)
It is to your benefit to bring your programme setup CDs and license numbers with you, including any CDs you received with your laptop, as these will be required if your machine needs to be re-installed. Failure to do so could lead to lengthy delays in the repair of the laptop.

2.2 Minimum Specification

If you choose to bring your own laptop it must have the following minimum specification:

• Intel Core 2 Processor (or equiv.), 4GB Ram, 100GB hard disk space available, WPA2 capable WiFi
  Operating systems as listed above.

2.3 I.T. Support

It should be noted that Les Roches does not offer any hardware support for student’s laptops not purchased through the school. The responsibility of hardware maintenance, purchase of all Software, upgrades and support rests with the student. Les Roches can provide students with a list of local suppliers who offer these services.

The Laptop can be ordered either using e-mail or fax.

Please address your e-mail to laptop@lesroches.edu specifying the following text:
"I hereby confirm ordering a laptop through Les Roches"

Family Name
First Name
Course Enrolled upon
Student Number (If known)

Or

Fax to: F.A.O. Mark Aston I.T. Manager, Les Roches Hotel Management School :
+41 (0)27 485 96 15

All payments are to be made to:
UBS S.A., (United Bank of Switzerland),

1002 Lausanne, Switzerland,

Acc N° 243-H6167514.0

Swift Address UBSWCHZH10A,

Beneficiary’s name: GESTHOTEL SA, Hotel Management School "Les Roches" 3975 Randogne, Switzerland (please ensure that the student’s name is stated on all bank transfers)

Please note that this policy is subject to change.
IT/MAS/April 2009