Bachelor of Hotel Management

The Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM) is a 4-year undergraduate program focused on the hospitality and tourism sector. It equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in hotel operations, front office management, food & beverage service, housekeeping, catering, and event planning.

Key Highlights:

• Course Duration: Typically 4 years
• Mode: Full-time
• Affiliated To: Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal “Central University” (HNBGU)
• Top Specializations: Food & Productions, Front Office, Housekeeping & Food & Services

Eligibility Criteria:

• To enroll in a BHM course, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

  Basic Eligibility:

  • Educational Qualification: 10+2 (any stream) from a recognized board
  • Minimum Marks: 45% to 50% aggregate (varies by college)
  • Age Limit: Generally 16-25 years (may vary)

  Preferred Skills:

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Pleasant personality and grooming
  • Problem-solving attitude]
  • Passion for hospitality and customer service

   

Admission to BHM programs can be either merit-based or through management quota conducted at the institute.

1. Merit-Based Admission:

Alpine Dehradun offers direct admission based on 12th-grade marks.

Documents Required:

• 10th & 12th mark sheets
  
• Identity proof (Aadhar card/passport)
  
• Passport-size photographs

The BHM curriculum is designed to offer a balance of practical training and managerial expertise. Here’s a semester-wise overview:

Year 1:

• Introduction to Hospitality Industry
  
• Food Production & Culinary Skills
  
• Front Office Operations
  
• Housekeeping Techniques
  
• Communication Skills
  

Year 2:

• Food & Beverage Service
  
• Hotel Accounting
  
• Hospitality Marketing
  
• Nutrition & Food Science
  
• Travel & Tourism Management
  

Year 3:

• Hospitality Law
  
• Human Resource Management
  
• Financial Management in Hotels
  
• Customer Relationship Management
  
• Event Management
  

Year 4:

• Industrial Training / Internship (usually 6 months)
  
• Research Projects
  
• Strategic Hospitality Management
  
• Elective Subjects (e.g., Cruise Management, Resort Management)

Graduates of BHM enjoy excellent career prospects both in India and abroad, thanks to the booming travel and tourism industry.

Top Career Options After BHM:

• Hotel Manager
• Front Office Executive
• Food & Beverage Manager
• Executive Chef
• Housekeeping Manager
• Event Coordinator
• Cruise Line Staff

Work Sectors:

• Luxury Hotels & Resort
  
• Airlines & Cruise Lines
  
• Event Management Companies
  
• Travel & Tourism Agencies
  
• Hospitality Consultancy
  
• Catering Companies
  
• Government Tourism Departments