A Century of Learning

The building that houses ICMS, which was once St. Patrick’s Seminary, has stood in its commanding position overlooking Manly and its surrounds for more than a century.

Construction of the College began in June 1885. Stone was initially quarried from North Head with the finer stone coming from Pyrmont by boat.   Gothic in style with Spanish flavour, the College stands at four storeys high with a six level central bell tower. The estate covers 60,000 square feet.

St Patrick’s produced many outstanding and famous leaders. Those who served the Australian community with great distinction include Cardinals Gilroy, Freeman, Cassidy and Clancy along with 41 Bishops.

A new direction

In November 1995, the Australian Tourism Group and the Archdiocese of Sydney undertook a major refurbishment of St. Patrick’s College to transform it into the International College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (ICTHM). 

The first intake for the Diploma in Hospitality Management in May 1996 began with 18 staff and 62 students. Seven years later, to accommodate the vast program development, the College became the International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS).

Today, the College takes in more than 700 students per year. St Patrick’s College is now a
centre for excellence of a different kind.  However, the International College of Management,
Sydney proudly continues the tradition of supporting the local community.

Remembering an important legacy

In the tradition of St Patrick’s, ICMS is committed to its communities. An avid contributor to national and international charities, the College encourages students to be active global citizens by providing opportunities to work with local communities and international aid organisations.