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www.theknowledgereview.com The Best Institutes in
Hospitality
Management,
2022

Creating Culinary Competence

“Hospitality should have n
– Henriet
no other nature than love.”
tta Mears
Teaching
The Prize of

the Business of
Love and Care!
"Hospitality is simply an opportunity to
show love and care!"
– Anonymus

H
H umanity is built on the
foundation of love and care.
Overviewing the history of
mankind, every act is under the
microscope of imbibing love and care.
While some of the most ambitious men
across the world, in their quest to
conquer the world, caused disruption
and uncertain instability through wars
and conflicts, the dawn came in the
mid-20th century, from when
humankind is living in the most
peaceful era ever recorded.

Once the peaceful rein of mankind

started, humans resumed their earlier
venture to explore the world. However,
in this modern world which is divided
by borders and acts only on proof
papers, humans found it necessary to
explore the world in full swing.
This silent venture of voyagers found pedagogies and glorify the business of
itself on the doorstep of every other humanity and hospitality.
nation. It found itself difficult to find
accommodation and security in a Searching the corners of an incredible
foreign land. This revived the country like India, The Knowledge
civilisation's old industry of hospitality. Review magazine, being a voyager and
celebrator of education, came across
The passionate people leading the some of the best institutes in the
hospitality industry commercialised the hospitality industry whose exceptional
hospitality industry as a token of journeys are highlighted in this edition.
gratitude for themselves. However,
when the revival of the hospitality Let this small booklet talking about the
industry saw its light and business of love and care be the guide
commercialisation also inspired the for students to choose the right hotel
messengers of love and care to enter for them and also for other institutes to
this industry. set their bar.

While travelling, the culinary arts and Also, have a look at the articles curated
hotelling industry explored itself in the by the editorial team and have a lovely
hospitality industry, and the read!
educational institutes across the world
recognised the growing potential and
set up prominent institutions of
hospitality management across the h K hadse
world. Ashles

Today, even after suffering a major hit

Ashlesh Khadse
and showing a downward graph on the ashlesh.khadse@insightssuccess.com
global markets, the industry saw its
revival again soon after the effects of
COVID-19 were numbed. However,
this also gave time to the hospitality
institutes to upskill their educational

Editor’
Note
s
 Cover Story

08 IIHMCA
Passionately Training Graduates
to Serve Hospitality Industry

Articles

Garnishing Hospitality
Contetnts

22 Culinary Art, is the Backbone

of the Hospitality Industry

Voyager's Journal
38 Tourism Study: A
Voyager's Way of life
Special Profile 16
The Game Changer
International Institute of Taking hospitality

Hotel Management (IIHM) Education to New Heights

Profiles

School of Hospitality & Tourism 26

(SOHT), Galgotias University
Encouraging Life-Long Learning through Innovative Procedures

SVKM’s Narsee Monjee 32

Institute of Management Studies
A Promising Legacy in Hospitality

V. M. Salgaocar Institute of 42
International Hospitality Education
(VMSIIHE), GOA
Imparting excellence to the new age Hospitality Education
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 The
Institutes

Hospitality
in

Management,
2022

Name of the College Web Address Description

K L University offers the students a globally relevant

Department of Hotel learning experience, by providing them high-quality,
Management, K L kluniversity.in affordable and accessible education, through the process of
University, Guntur co-creation, which serves the emerging needs of business,
industry and connected campus communities.

Department of Tourism CUK aims to access values, skills, and knowledge

Studies, Central University cukashmir.ac.in imbibed in each students, and also focuses on the
of Kashmir, Srinagar holistic personality development of their students.

Galgotias University, Galgotias Educational Institutions (GEI) have been

Greater Noida, Uttar galgotiacollege.edu inculcating practical skills and creating ‘Global
Pradesh, India Professionals’ for more than 15 years.

Indian Institute of Hotel Management and Culinary Arts

Indian Institute of is a personification of the endeavors of a hard core
Hotel Management iihmca.org group of hospitality professionals with years of extensive
and Culinary Arts exposure to some of the finest hotels in England, India,
Sri lanka and Cruise liners from Europe and America.
IIHM was the first collegiate program in the country who is
International Institute of offering an opportunity to students to be globally trained
iihm.ac.in and also recognize the skills to earn an International Degree
Hotel Management in Hospitality Management through its collaboration with
University of West London, London.
MREI is a visible symbol of knowledge & experience
Manav Rachna International providing high-quality education in various fields including
Institute of Research and manavrachna.edu.in Engineering, Management, Psychology,Humanities,
Studies, Faridabad Education, Law, Interior Design, Architecture, Commerce,
Business Studies, Geology and many more.

The school infuse the vibrant minds with a rare

NMIMS shm.nmims.edu combination of Hospitality Operations & Managerial skills
and will make them uber competitive.

School of Hotel Ajeenkya DY Patil University offers the best undergraduate

Management, Ajeenkya adypu.edu.in and postgraduate programs in unique areas, linked to
exemplary 'ADYPU Student Experience', which is supported
DY Patil University, Pune by excellent facilities and highly motivated teaching staff.

SRM Institute of Hotel SRM IHM offers one of the best hospitality
management courses in the country and is considered
Management, srmihm.info
by the industry to be strongest and relevant in today’s
Chennai dynamic world of hospitality.

V. M. Salgaocar Institute of VMSIIHE is a premier hospitality institute in Goa that offers

International Hospitality vmsiihe.edu.in you quality hospitality education with world-class
Education, Goa infrastructure that gives your career an edge over others.
I n this highly digital world where
everything seems to be connected
virtually, hospitality is the only
industry that relies heavily on reality.
In such times the hospitality industry
has also evolved significantly.

While the hospitality professionals

were busy finding the answers to bring
back the forgotten pride of the
hospitality industry, the world
understood the need to stay connected
to reality.

The process of refining its education

ecosystem started with its culinary arts
section and brought steady growth in
the management section. Being placed
in the city of pearls-Hyderabad, the
institute has evolved as one of the
leading culinary institute in India. The
journey of IIHMCA to being one of the IIHMCA: Teaching the Art of create an institution that caters
best institutes in Hospitality Hospitality completely to the hospitality industry.
Management has been an inspirational When it comes to hospitality,
story. Let's learn more about the oftentimes people confuse it with only The courses provided by IIHMCA are
institute, its vision, mission and hoteling and side-line the part of unique and trains the students in
philosophy that laid the strong foothold culinary arts. IIHMCA found this thin various skills in order to become
of IIHMCA in today's changing line of division in the industry and was Budding Chefs and Hospitality
paradigm. founded to blur that dividing line and Professionals. Moreover, the institute is
 basics of being experimental in the
kitchen and bringing out their
creativity.

The Second Phase: This phase is

demonstrative and application-based,
where all the students put the acquired
knowledge to use. Learning from a
master chef, practising and sharpening
the skills under their able guidance and
caring attention.

The Third Phase: IIHMCA staff

considers this phase as During this
phase, the chef instructors give them
the required time and personal
attention that helps the aspirants to
a personified endeavour of hardcore fundamentals and hands-on skills.
upskill their culinary skills and
professionals who has served the
enhance their hospitality skills that are
hospitality industry for years. These With this visionary mission, the
put on display.
professionals also bring global institute aims to equip the students
exposure to the table from the finest with all the possible tools that will help
During all these phase-divided learning
lines of hotels from England, India, Sri them enjoy the endless options of
processes, the curriculum curated by
Lanka and Cruise Liners from Europe employment in the industry and exceed
IIHMCA is intensive, rigorous and
and America. employer's expectations.
thorough in creating budding
Hospitality professionals.
Vision Philosophy
In a broader context, it can be said that Every learner goes through learning
IIHMCA is the brainchild of stages or phases that define them from
hospitality industry professionals. The rookie to professional. This evolving
Founders came together with a vision process develops a passion in the
to nurture students to be professionals aspirants that makes them lifelong
in the hospitality sector and bring them learners. However, to create such life-
global career opportunities. long learners, a proper system is
required during the initial stages that
The programs offered by the institute will help them stay updated with the
aim to develop culinary professionals industry and experiment to excel in
with the technical skills, management whatever they do.
training and exposure to the culinary
arts which will create a perfect balance To develop such lifelong learners in the
that will serve the hospitality industry hospitality industry, IIHMCA has
with grace. designed a well-curated three-step
process as their philosophy.
Mission
With a vision to create industry The First Phase: In this phase, a
professionals, IIHMCA is committed
to its mission to provide its students
with both theoretical knowledge and
comprehensive model of the
instruction set is commuted that helps
them understand the whole process
“
practical experience that will set up a effectively. In this process, along with
strong foundation in culinary theory, the students are taught the
The institute assures that upon the Management and Catering Technology
completion of its students' learning arc, (BHM & CT)
they will be knowledgeable, skilled, Ÿ 1 ½ Year Certificate Course in Food
and ethical in their work. With this Production and Patisserie (F.P.P)
philosophy, the institute aims to drive a Ÿ 1 Year Advanced Diploma in
competitive edge that the students can Patisserie and Confectionery Arts
use to their advantage. Ÿ 1 Year Advanced Diploma in
Professional Culinary Arts
Training the Students to be
Professionals The institute is affiliated to Osmania
As an esteemed educational institute, University for offering the BCT & CA ,
the major courses offered by IIHMCA BHM & CT courses. Established in
are: the Year 2001, the institute stands 2nd in
Ÿ Bachelor's Degree in Catering India for offering full fledged
Technology and Culinary Arts
(BCT & CA)
Ÿ Bachelor's Degree in Hotel
Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts as
specilalization in Hospitality
Management.
“
 “
successful career in the hospitality in respect of the placements offered
industry. Moreover, the institute brings during the past few years through
various career opportunities from the Campus Intervies are as under:
leading International Cruise Liners/
Hotel chains for the students to have an
excellent career. The other required Annual Placements through
skills are developed at the institute by Campus Interviews
engaging students in co-curricular
activities, industrial visits, seminars Year International National
and various career development
activities. 2017 53 Students 30 Students

2018 52 Students 40 Students

Sharpening the Growth Curve
Since its inception in 2001, IIHMCA 2019 54 Students 24 Students
has evolved and is making steady
progress in creating culinary 2020 41 Students 20 Students
competence. IIHMCA has set up State
2021 47 Students 28 Students
of the Art Kitchens/ labs and designed
some specialised programs along with
advanced skill enhancement programs
with a vision of creating a
sophisticated future. IIHMCA for campus placements
invites a lot of international brands to
Career Options Offered by IIHMCA interview and recruit. From the likes of
Ÿ 5 Star Hotels & Resorts prominent international brands like
(International and Indian Premium Carnival Cruises-UK, Costa Cruises-
Chain Hotels) Italy, Princess Cruises - UK and P&O
Ÿ Cruise Lines (International) Cruises-Australia, The Atlantis, The
Ÿ Hospitality Industry/ Catering Palm Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Hotel –
companies Dubai, Sheraton Dubai, Movenpick,
Ÿ Event Management/Retail Fairmont the Palm – Dubai, to the
Creating Culinary Competence Management Companies leading Indian hotel chain brands like
The hospitality industry is all about Ÿ Tourism and Travel Consulting The Taj Group of Hotels (IHCL), The
being conscious of what people like Multi-National Companies Oberoi Group, ITC Hotels Ltd,
and dislike. Let that be cooking the Marriott International , Accor Hotels,
delicious meals or treating the guests Placement Options by IIHMCA Hilton Worldwide, Hyatt Hotels,
on their arrival. IIHMCA and its Ÿ Management Trainee Program Radisson Hotels Group, Leela Palaces
management team as made a collective Ÿ Kitchen Management Trainee and Hotels, Intercontinental Hotels
effort to derive a proactive approach to Ÿ Hotel Operations Management Group, The Park, Wyndham Hotel
impart quality education. Emphasising Trainee (Department Specific) Group, Four Seasons etc.
more on the knowledge beyond Ÿ KET – Kitchen Executive Trainee
curriculum, the value-based training Ÿ Hotel Operations Trainee GSA – Interestingly the placements are based
help the students in moving up the (Guest Service Agent or Associate) on a merit basis, and the concerned
ladder. representative of the hotels conducts
Noteworthy Placement Record the interviews.
The curriculum is personalised, where Over the years, the institute has been
even the student can upgrade and learn consistentantly placing their students in Envision for the Future
from the very best and train to be skill- International Cruise Liners / 5 Star The Institute trains students to be
oriented helping them in achieving a Hotels in India and abroad. Statististics culinary artists and cater to the
hospitality industry with perfection and
creativity, IIHMCA also aims to create
responsible global citizens. Since its
inception, hygiene and sanitation have
been the utmost priority of the
institute. Serving the culinary industry,
maintaining hygiene and cleanliness
has become an integral part of daily
chores. With the introduction of the
HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical
Control Point) based program, the
institute gives special attention to
hygiene.

With hygiene and cleanliness are taken

care of by the institute, the institute
aims to be a leading culinary and hotel
management institute in the country
and serve the global requirements of
the Hospitality Industry. Being on the
right track to improvement, the
institute seeks to be the finest provider
of graduates catering to the Hospitality
Industry and excel in Culinary Arts.
International Institute of Hotel
Management (IIHM)
Taking hospitality Education to New Heights

IIHM already has its presence in

all the top cities of India, and we are looking
forward to a global expansion with campuses
coming up in Maldives, Dubai, Canada and
London.

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 The Game Changer

A s one of the most prolific

poets to have ever lived, Rumi
rightly said- “I am merely a
guest born in this world, to know the
secrets that lie beyond it.” This quote
Birth of a Stellar Institute
International Institute of Hotel
Management (IIHM) was founded in
1994. This premier institute is a part of
IndiSmart Group, a major corporation
institution has hotels attached to its
campuses and has tie-ups with the best
five-star hotels in the country where
the students get trained and start
working as trainees while they study.
perfectly encapsulates the human in India and Southeast Asia that
desire to travel, explore and experience manages the IndiSmart Hotels and The institute is known for its unique
as much as they can in their lives. provides a wide range of services in and extraordinary international events
hospitality management, education, like the International Young Chef
Travel is a never-ending human training, and consulting. Today, the Olympiad, where over 50 countries
endeavor, and the hospitality industry most prominent hotel chain in across the globe participate in this
can be recognized as one of its very international hospitality management unique culinary extravaganza. IIHM
first commercial undertakings. education in India, IIHM has setup its has pledged to produce creativeand
Bringing along a spectrum of services education centersin Kolkata, Delhi, resourceful professionals qualified to
and capital flow, it has always been an Pune, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, serve the hospitality industry within an
excellent marker for the overall growth Hyderabad, and Goa.The institute has a educational environment that fosters
of any country's economy. state-of-the-art IIHM campus at KBU innovation, enterprise, and an
Bangkok in the capital city of Thailand enthusiasm for excellence. IIHM aims
When it comes to traveling this and Singapore, Samarkand to give the latest knowledge to the
fantastic portal of opportunities, the (Uzbekistan). students and design the curriculum
International Institute of Hotel around the newest development in the
Management is one of the best places Mission, Vision, and Character industry.
to initiate your journey in the IIHM believes in practical training
hospitality industry. along with classroom teaching. The

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 The only Institute
in India that is approved by
European Union to conduct
research in the field of
hospitality- ERASMUS
project in partnership with
other three countries
of France, Sweden and
Turkey.

Dr. Suborno Bose

CEO & Chairman

By reimagining the Leader WhoMakes the Difference

way hospitality education Dr. Suborno Bose is the man who laid
is delivered and experienced, the foundation of IIHM - a leading
IIHM creates graduates who are hospitality management institute.
passionate, dedicated, and equipped to Being a Chartered Accountant by
tackle challenges head-on. IIHM is profession, he has over 30 years of
Globally Competitive Advanced
probably the only institute with a experience in India and abroad. He is
Learning
curriculum on entrepreneurship where the Founder of IIHM and Indismart
IIHM partners with industry experts
students learn the art of setting up and Group and is its chief mentor.
from across the globe that helps their
students to identify and understand the running a business. The institute has
introduced topics like Hospitality Dr. Bose is inarguably the country's
patterns and trends in the industry.
Technology, where students learn to best-known educator in the hospitality
They provide students with an insider’s
apply artificial intelligence and the sector with the presence of his
perspective into the workings of the
operation of modern tools like SEO institute's major brands like IIHM and
industry. Such initiatives help the
(Search Engine Optimization) and a lot IAM Hotel Schools. He has been
students on a holistic level keep abreast
more in detail. conferred the honorary Doctor of
of trends and patterns through research
Business Administration by Edinburgh
and collaboration, carefully
IIHM is possibly the first Hotel Napier University, the UK, and the
interweaving both into the hospitality
Management College to conduct honorary award of Doctor of Science
curriculum.
hackathons where the students of the by the University of West London, the
third year are encouraged to pitch their UK at London.
Students are encouraged to focus on
strategic hospitality management business ideas to a series of investors,
from which the top 10 projects are Focus on Holistic Development
modules, and they are required to
presented to Angel Investors. IIHM Apart from the advanced learning and
present evaluative work on
also has its corpus fund of 25 crores for an impactful syllabus, IIHM also
contemporary issues and challenges in
the students to fund their businesses. conducts several co-curricular and
the hospitality industry.

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 The Best Institutes in Hospitality Management, 2022

extra-curricular programs for the learning, food-beverage event planning internationally recognized institution
overall development of the students. and execution, comparing, contrasting, that follows the International
and debating established theories. Curriculum, where the students are
The IIHM's international curriculum is awarded BA in Hospitality from the
designed to encourage students to Some of the distinctive programs are University of West London.
apply what they have learned through listed below:
research, field trips, and surveys. Ÿ World’s Biggest Culinary Heats IIHM is the only college globally that
Through work in the kitchen, the Young Chef Olympiad with the hosts the world's biggest culinary
training restaurant, and the front office participation of over 50 Countries. Olympiad - 'Young Chef Olympiad',
studio, students are regularly exposed Ÿ Wine Tour to Italy, France and where 50 countries participate
to the practices and difficulties in the Spain where 12 selected students worldwide, thereby giving the students
hospitality business and are given are flown for a practical exposure an opportunity to network with chefs
responsibility for managing the in the wineries and all the expenses of 50 countries that no other college
operations. are borne by IIHM. does.
Ÿ Culinary tour to France for 12
IIHM also conducts guest lectures and selected students across all IIHM The institute facilitates industrial
workshops by renowned speakers campuses where IIHM bears all the training in countries like America,
(from India and abroad) with the global cost of travel, VISA, lodging and France, Italy, Spain, Mauritius,
connect initiative. It is the only boarding. Maldives, Singapore, China, Malaysia,
institute in India that is approved by Ÿ Scotch Tour to Scotland where 10 and Middle East countries like Dubai,
the European Union to conduct selected students are flown to learn Kuwait, Doha, Oman. The industrial
research in hospitality- ERASMUS about Scotch Whiskey and all the training is facilitated for a continuous
project in partnership with three other expenses of the trip are borne by industry interface where General
countries; France, Sweden, and Turkey. IIHM. Managers and Managing Directors
come and take live sessions for the
The institute conducts several Ensuring Cumulative Growth and students on revenue management,
distinctive and innovative programs Success entrepreneurship, and other essential
with a methodology that thoroughly IIHM is a nationally ranked and areas.
combines intensive and independent

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 With an international curriculum,
progressive teaching methodology,
Awards and Achivements state-of-the-art infrastructure, IIHM
ensures a significant boost for students
IIHM has won several awards for its endured vision and who go abroad for higher education or
contribution to the hospitality industry. Below are some of work.
the laureates of the esteemed institute:
Thriving for a Global Impact
Ÿ Awarded Best Placement Institute by ASSOCHAM 2021 IIHM has already established its mark
Ÿ Eminent Research – Education Service Excellence as an institute for hospitality and
Awards for Best Institute of Hotel Management 2019, leadership learning, with its presence
2021 in all India's top cities. The institute is
Ÿ IIHM Featured as Great Indian Institute - by Forbes – now looking forward to a global
2018- 19, 2019-20 expansion with campuses in Maldives,
Ÿ Best Education Brand by Economic Times 2018, 2019, Dubai, Canada, and London.
2020 Furthermore, IIHM is working on
Ÿ Zee 28 – Best Hospitality Education Brand in India 2020 accreditation programs for corporate
Ÿ CSR Awards for Excellence 2013-Top Hotel General Managers and Vice Presidents
Management Institute of India 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, to groom them academically in short
2017, 2018, 2019 courses that will enhance their skills,
Ÿ Prime Time – Global Education Excellence Award 2018, looking forward to their presence
2019 across the globe in imparting
Ÿ Asia Pacific Gold Star Award for Education Excellence hospitality education across the
by National Achievers Recognition Forum 2019 industry.
Ÿ India's Most Prominent Education Awards 2019
presented by Mary Kom (Indian Olympic boxer)

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Culinary Arts,
the

Backbone of Hospitality
Industry!
"A recipe has no soul. You, as the cook, Food is a weakness for each person in
must bring soul to the recipe." the world, and everyone loves the food
– Thomas Keller made by their mother. It is also said

HH
that whenever a mother cooks food for
ave you ever heard someone their children, she cooks it with their
saying that a way to man's love and specifically in an artistic way,
heart goes through their which makes it tastier.
stomach'? Perhaps, you must have
heard it from your grandmother, who How can cooking be an art? Cooking is
would do everything in her capacity to also an art like other arts such as
ensure you were fed to your heart's writing, singing, dancing, and many
content. But is it just limited to men? other art forms. There is a famous
Not really! saying about this art, "Real cooking is
more about following your heart rather
than following recipes."

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 Garnishing Hospitality

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That is why hotels hire passionate hospitality, one will get the chance to notification to the chef; thus, they can
culinary artists who drive passion, love grow in their culinary career. act whenever required.
and devotion while making the food
more artistic, tastier, and healthier. Other than culinary, hospitality follows Many latest kitchen technologies help
Thus, a culinary artist cooks like they proper management programs, and the chefs to represent the old dishes
are going to feed their family, children many institutions indulge the perfectly, and few culinary experts are
that bring creativity while cooking. management skills like behavioural, using these technologies to bring
And in today's era, eating food in etiquette, and personality development. creativity to their dishes like rotavate is
hotels and restaurants has become All these skills help the hotels promote an instrument which uses the
humans luxurious lifestyle. and represent their specialized services techniques of solid distillation at low
– whenever there is technological temperatures through a vacuum pump.
Hospitality! A Life of Magnificence development, the hospitality industry
If you came across from the recent keeps nurturing its services. Other than rotavate, induction
past, everyone's lifestyle has changed technology for sensitive food provides
due to the technological advancements Technology in Culinary Arts exact control of the cooking process
which enhanced people's standard of Everyone seems to be about computers and saves 60-80 per cent of time
living; due to this, everyone seeks and mobiles when it comes to consumption compared to traditional
luxurious products and services and technology. But have you ever visited gas burners. The induction hob
lives a magnificent life. the kitchen of modern-cuisine consumes electricity and energy; that is
restaurants and hotels? The kitchens why they do not require to be turned
How does the hospitality industry have would unveil comprehensive off, as it stops immediately after
become a choice of luxurious lifestyle? mysterious kitchen technologies which removing the utensils, reducing the
Hospitality is not just one of the look like earlier schools' palettes and heat and sweat. The induction hobs are
leading industries in the world, but it knives. As technology is continuously easy to clean and help the culinary
has been one most exciting, dynamic, developing, chefs are encouraged to experts to show their hygiene level.
and fast-growing industries. prepare innovative dishes in a variety-
controlled environment. Final Views
Every advancement in technology or There is no life without food! We all
guest experiences of the industry The advances in kitchen technology work for food, and without it, no
makes it more diverse and specialized indulge sous vide bath, combi oven, human body can function. Eating
for its customers. It not only focuses on induction cooktop, and rotary healthy and tasty food prolongs the life
customers' experiences but also opens evaporator are the few gadgets that you of humans. And today's generation
several job opportunities. may find there, along with the usual avails a variety of food or tastes, and
technology-based devices like juicers culinary artists in hotels and
Working in hospitality brings the and mixers. restaurants innovatively offer several
platform where one can nurture their cuisines.
culinary art and other creative skills Over time, cooking techniques have
like servicing, entertaining, and many been enhanced, and many are equipped
others- the time has gone when no one with the technology. For instance, there
values the art. However, now, people will be the sous vide dish in many
appreciate, encourages, and foster the restaurants, where they will use a
art. And culinary is the backbone of cooking style with an exciting history.
hospitality services; as we know, good
food always lifts the mood. Nowadays, kitchen technologies help
chefs control kitchen equipment from
Quality and tasty food aids a healthy their smartphones or smartwatches.
life and encourages a positive mindset The Google Play store also offers an
because food is the necessary fuel for app which helps inform about the
the functioning of the human body. In appliance's stats and sends a

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 School of Hospitality & Tourism (SOHT),
Galgotias University
Encouraging Life-Long Learning through Innovative Procedures

T o impart high-quality
education to graduates and
nurture them into competent
professionals who can contribute to all
spheres of professional activities while
excel confidently in any path they
choose.

The SOHT started its operation in 2012

and has been ranked as 2nd Best
52 acres of rolling greens at a prime
location on the Yamuna Expressway.
The campus is close to some of the
finest infrastructure being built in the
NCR. The management is consistently
upholding ethics and human values”- Hospitality Institute in the State of investing and upgrading in the best
is the mission statement that School of Uttar Pradesh and 6th Best Private facilities for the students. The
Hospitality & Tourism (SOHT), Hospitality Institute in the country (as university is equipped with the latest
Galgotias University, Greater Noida ranked by prestigious GHRDC) in a audio-visual equipment, networked
strongly believes in. short span of 10 years. With a view to computer labs, Wi-Fi-enabled
providing students and faculty classrooms, student common rooms,
SOHT is committed to deliver the best members with the optimum state-of-the-art kitchen, bakery and
education and training to students by contemporary learning and research confectionery units, training restaurant
providing premium infrastructure, environment, SOHT is committed to an and bar, front office labs, and model
robust and holistic curriculum, ambitious ongoing investment in guest rooms. The SOHT boasts of the
impressive and efficacious practicum, buildings and facilities, the results of most exemplary infrastructure and
finest learning platform, and conducive which are clearly visible today. state-of-the-art laboratory facilities
environment, along with the best with the latest equipment and gadgets.
scholastic and co-scholastic Focus on Infrastructural and This has facilitated the institute to be
development of learners. The institute Educational Excellence certified by the ‘Food Safety and
grooms professionals who can quickly Galgotias University campus is set in Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)’,

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 The Best Institutes in Hospitality Management, 2022

under the Ministry of Health and

Family Welfare, Government of India.

Besides this, the cafeteria is located in

the centre of the campus on the ground
floor where students and staff can
enjoy a wide array of meals provided
at a reasonable cost. The open layout
of the cafeteria also serves as a hang-
out point for discussions and
interactions. The SOHT’s ‘Hospitality
& Tourism’ courses are highly inclined
towards industry-specific norms. As
per the management, today, both
national and multinational
organizations consider the aspects of The SOHT’s Program Educational b) To identify, formulate and analyze
personalized services and customer Objectives are: service problems to provide
satisfaction as the critical mantra to Ÿ To undertake global assignments hospitality & tourism products and
any successful business, thereby and demonstrate skills and abilities services.
making endless opportunities for in hospitality and tourism services. c) To design service components and
hospitality and tourism graduates in the Ÿ To engage in professional and processes that meet the specified
market. entrepreneurial activities in needs of guests.
leadership roles in the hospitality d) To create & apply appropriate
SOHT, Galgotias University offers the and tourism industry. resources & modern tools for
following job-oriented professional Ÿ To be involved in adopting hospitality & tourism services.
programs: emerging technologies for e) To apply reasoning to assess
Ÿ Certificate in Tourism Studies creativity and innovation to provide societal, cultural issues and
(CTS) [8 months] solutions in hospitality, tourism and professional responsibilities.
Ÿ Diploma in Travel & Tourism (18 allied services. f) To commit to professional ethics and
months) responsibilities of the hospitality
Ÿ BBA (Tourism & Travel) [3 years] The SOHT’s Program Specific trade & practices.
Ÿ Bachelor of Science in Hotel Outcomes are: g) To assess the environmental impact
Management (BSc HM) [3 years] Ÿ To be able to interpret global trends of hospitality practices for
Ÿ Bachelor of Hotel Management in the hospitality and tourism sustainable development.
(BHM) [4 years] industry and improve service
Ÿ MBA (Tourism & Travel quality through effective use of
Management) [2 years] information and communications
technology.
Prioritizing Learning Outcomes of
the Highest Levels
Ÿ To effectively collaborate with We aim to be known
tourism and hospitality service
The SOHT believes that a learning
outcome describes the overall purpose
providers and profess a customer- globally for value-
centric attitude in diverse service
of participation in an educational
activity. Courses are planned with a
situations of the industry. based education,
measurable learning outcome in mind.
Objectives are used to organize specific
The SOHT’s Program Outcomes are: research, creativity,
a) To apply the knowledge of
topics or individual learning activities hospitality & tourism fundamentals and innovation.
to achieve the overall learning and departmental specialization for
outcome. the solution of complex service
problems.

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 We involve in societal
outreach program to
identify concerns and
provide sustainable,
ethical solutions.

Prof. (Dr.) Rajiv Misha, Dean

h) To communicate effectively on become better citizens apart from Our most talented, highly skilled and
service activities with the transforming them into successful committed team of Faculty Members
community and society at large. industry professionals. Prof. (Dr.) are striving to prepare graduates to
I) To recognize the need for and Rajiv is instrumental in various compete with industry standards
prepare and engage in independent rankings and ratings of the institute regarding their professional skill-sets
and life-long learning in the alongside facilitating premier apart from attaining educational
broadest context of technological accreditations and industry-academia prospects. Faculty Members are much
change. partnership deliberating the best benefit concerned in maintaining quality issue
of students and learners. He is in the domain of hospitality & tourism
The Dedicated Dean and Faculty endeavouring to make hospitality & education apart from maintaining all
Members of SOHT tourism erudition very multifarious and measures of accreditation and
“The hospitality industry deals with integrative by keeping the curriculum evaluation to keep the programs &
two basic needs of human beings – abreast of latest trends and innovations courses as strong and competitive in
food and shelter, a vista which can happening in the contemporary terms of its objective, nature and
never wane away with time,” states industry. He conducts curriculum delivery.
Prof. (Dr.) Rajiv Misha, the Dean of conclave, wherein detailed deliberation
SOHT. on curriculum revision takes place Superior Extra-Curricular
across the diverse programs and Initiatives
Prof. (Dr.) Rajiv Misha is very keen domains of Hospitality and Tourism Galgotias University motivates the
and committed to delivering the best with the presence of all the associated students and conducts one-to-one
education and training to students by stakeholders like - students, parents, sessions to understand each student’s
providing premium infrastructure, faculty members, alumni, preferences, likes, and dislikes, based
robust and holistic curriculum, entrepreneurs, and industry experts. on which students are guided as to
impressive and efficacious practicum, which extra-curricular and co-
finest learning platform and conducive He emphasizes students’ learning curricular activities are
environment, and the best scholastic, through experience, round-the-clock suggested/advised. Students are
co-scholastic development of learners. mix between the academics and the constantly supervised, and mentors
This helps in grooming professionals, practical, and a firm reflection of belief help them whenever they require any
who can easily excel with confidence to produce effective business leaders guidance. The management makes the
in any path they choose. He has always and professionals in the hospitality and students understand that besides
been successful in inspiring students to tourism domain. studies, they also need to focus on

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extra-curricular and extra-mural
activities. Not only does it make them
fit and healthy, but also creates a
positive vibe in them and makes them
socially responsible citizens.

Galgotias University makes sure that

students excel not only in studies but
also in extra-curricular and co-
curricular activities. As such, there are
various activities at the students'
disposal to choose from. Some of them
are:
Ÿ Book clubs, school magazine
Ÿ Competitions like – debate, rangoli,
poster-making, flower arrangement
Ÿ Outdoor and indoor games
Ÿ Mass drill, NCC & NSS and
community outreach
Ÿ Chef competitions, food festivals The institute’s most exemplary abroad. The SOHT is proud to achieve
Ÿ Professional development activities infrastructure and state-of-the-art 100% training and placement for all
like - seminars, workshops, laboratory facilities with all the latest the graduates. Within a short span of
symposiums. equipment and gadgets facilitated 10 years of inception, Galgotias
SOHT to be certified by the “Food University has become one of the best
Winning Laurels while Educating Safety and Standards Authority of education conglomerates in the
Students India (FSSAI),” under the Ministry of country. The university is devoted to
Galgotias University SOHT’s Health and Family Welfare, excellence in teaching, research, and
dedicated endeavours to create future Government of India. innovation. Furthermore, it strives to
leaders and seasoned professionals develop leaders who can make a
have earned it many awards and The SOHT is empanelled as the difference in the world.
recognitions. The institute is ranked as Ambassador of “India's National
3rd Best College in Uttar Pradesh by Education Policy (N.E.P.-2020)”, a Let's join & experience the
the prestigious India Today. It has been gateway to academic excellence, and it charisma & elegance of the leading
awarded as ‘Institute of Excellence’ by also became the first hospitality and hospitality & tourism institute of
Global Human Resource Development tourism institute in India to implement Northern India!
Centre - Centre for Management 100% N.E.P. curriculum both in
Education & Research, New Delhi. hospitality and tourism programs.
The SOHT has won the “Best Private
Hospitality & Tourism Institute of the The SOHT always tries to build
Year 2021” by Brand's Impact harmony among students, parents,
Education Excellence Award. It has alumni, entrepreneurs, educators, and
industry practitioners in exchange for
Our focus is to
been bestowed as “Best Hospitality &
Tourism Institute of the Year” by workplace skills and groomed collaborate with industry
Global Teaching Excellence Award professionals who can quickly excel
2021. The institute has received the with confidence in any path they and society to align the
recognition of “Centre of Excellence choose.
for Hospitality & Tourism.” It is curriculum.
accredited as “The Most Leading The institute has proudly produced
Education Brands of 2021” by the seven successful alumni batches, who
prestigious The Knowledge Review are placed across various domains and
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2022-23
 SVKM's
NMIMS School of
Hospitality Management
A Confluence of Service and Technology

"Working in hospitality is not a job, but the hospitality industry at its School of (SoHM), shares detailed insights about
a lifestyle, passion, and genuine Hospitality Management. Here, the the institute's approach to producing
interests are crucial components for students are trained to handle various passionate and well-rounded
success in this industry." challenging situations at their hospitality professionals.
– Drew Fransen. workplace and emerge strong enough

S
to face the upcoming challenges in this Among the plethora of options
hri Vile Parle Kelavani booming industry. In an exclusive available today for students to pursue
Mandal's SVKM's NMIMS conversation with The Knowledge as a career, Hospitality Management is
University offers one of the best Review Magazine, Dr. Ruchita one of the popular streams. With the
training and education to students who Verma, Dean of SVKM's NMIMS hospitality industry, which includes
share the same passion for serving in School of Hospitality Management travel and tourism, food and beverage,

Basic Training Kitchen

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 The Best Institutes in Hospitality Management, 2022

“ SOHM
concentrates on
the industry's
trends by
connecting with
industry leaders
and focuses on
providing skilled
technicians with
management and
entrepreneurial
skills. NMIMS SOHM presented celebrity Chef Sanjeev
Kapoor an award in recognition of his contribution as
a Digital Influencer in the culinary world.

event management, and hotel & customizing travel plans, With its faculty coming from top
lodging, gaining great momentum, it accommodation, food and beverage, or national and global universities,
has opened up innumerable avenues other requirements, the industry has NMIMS has made a name for itself,
for students to explore a career in the managed to successfully cater to the with its consistent academic quality
sector. If one has to define hospitality, changing needs of the people. and research focus. It has strong
it can simply be called a systematically connections with leading industries,
planned and sustained activity that Convention & Base of the School placing the University among the
fosters a mutual understanding among Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal nation's prime educational excellence
an organization and the public – a (SVKM) established the Narsee and research centers. It is also known
business of making and sustaining Monjee Institute of Management for its state-of-the-art infrastructure
friends while developing an Studies (NMIMS) in 1981 to meet the and unique pedagogy.
atmosphere of better performance. growing demand for management
education. Since then, in its glorious With a legacy of 41 years, NMIMS has
Over the years, the hospitality sector journey, NMIMS has added 17 grown enormously and has been placed
has seen a significant evolution while constituent schools under its umbrella in the top 10 B-Schools in India, and
still keeping true to the basic concepts in various cities of India – each one of has emerged as a multi-disciplinary
of hospitality. With the advancement of them becoming a landmark. In 2003, University with eight campuses in
science and technology and heightened NMIMS was declared to be a Deemed- Mumbai, Navi-Mumbai, Indore,
awareness leading to more people to-be University under section 3 of the Shirpur, Dhule, Bengaluru, Hyderabad,
embarking on travels, the hospitality UGC Act 1956. It was graded and Chandigarh. Joining its group of
industry has to keep up with the times Autonomy Regulation 2018 by successful schools in the School of
to satisfy the new crop of discerning UGC/MHR and is categorized as the Hospitality Management, which is
travelers. Whether it is tailoring and number one University. making all the right noises in the
hospitality industry.

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Dr. Ruchita Verma: The Person successfully establishing tactical NMIMS SoHM trains its students to
Behind the Success of SVKM' marketing initiatives, talent acquisition shine in the hospitality service industry
NMIMS School of Hospitality & retention, strategic alliance, and globally by maintaining international
Management networking, program/curriculum standards of teaching and helping
Dr. Ruchita Verma, with a Doctorate in development, forming corporate students achieve an international
Management, a Masters in Tourism policies and procedures, needs analysis perspective of the hospitality sector.
Management, and an MBA in General and change management, corporate The institute's universal approach to
Management, heads the School of communication, start-up programs, curriculum development helps in
Hospitality Management. Also armed community and media relations, making students become strategic
with a PG in Hotel Administration & international collaboration, and thinkers, complete with a well-
Management, this alumnus of IHM validations. Besides these, as a balanced personality, poise, and charm.
Mumbai has 30 years of academic researcher, she has contributed Backed by this solid approach, the
experience in various positions – she insightful research papers and articles, University envisions its students
has headed four hospitality schools and organized conferences, seminars, making a positive mark in the service
a fashion and design school for the workshops, study tours, and talk industry in the coming future.
ITM Group of Institutions. She has invitations.
also served as the Campus Director at Talking about the various educational
Pearl Academy, Mumbai. Training the Leaders of the activities of the school, Dr. Ruchita
Hospitality Industry Verma says, "Our activities help
Dr. Verma is passionate about The teaching pedagogy adopted at students assimilate professional skills
streamlining operational procedures. NMIMS SoHM focuses on hands-on and practices to apply themselves
She believes in implementing new training, critical thinking, research, and
processes, championing change application. This ideology is meant to
initiatives, and driving academic encourage students to attain the best of
excellence by integrating their potential. The sophisticated
administrative functions, enhancing the curriculum promises to train students
academic curriculum, setting up in hospitality operations and
institutional infrastructure, and management competencies in a holistic
implementing reforms by way of way. The innovative methods include
policy changes and improved teaching through various activities, like
processes. classroom lectures, industry visits,
projects, conducting events, case
Her professional achievements are studies, and internships.
countless. Some of them include

“
Dr Ruchita Verma
Dean, SVKM's NMIMS
School of Hospitality
Management
NMIMS prepares the students
to navigate through such
uncertainties. Developing
important skills like curiosity,
imagination, resilience, and
self-regulation prepare our
students to be future ready.

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 Vision
through critical thinking and a
problem-solving approach. Live case The Vision of the NMIMS University is to be a
studies and projects motivate the globally admired University by 2030. The Mission
entrepreneurship program. Personality
development and leadership training is of NMIMS is to emerge as a Centre of Excellence,
an ongoing part of the entire best in class in India and Asia and yearning to be
curriculum. This approach transforms
the best in the world by 2030.
them into much in demand

professionals who are always in

command in the service industry!" The institute, through its innovative
means, aims to be a trendsetter for
Objectives and Learning at NMIMS other hospitality academicians. In
SoHM working towards this objective,
The objective of NMIMS SoHM is to students are individually mentored and
create Business Leaders for not only molded according to the industry's
the hospitality sector but also the entire needs. SoHM concentrates on the
service sector. industry's trends by connecting with
industry leaders and focuses on
The students at the institute are trained providing skilled professionals with
to possess essential skills like critical both management and technical skills,
thinking and hone other necessary giving them a leading edge in the
skills to innovate and contribute to the competitive world.
changing paradigm of the market.
Overall development of the students Extra-Curricular and Co-curricular
forms the fundamental learning Activities at the Institute
objective of the institute, and an array Extra-curricular or co-curricular
of training programs ensure that the activities are an integral part of the
students learn to manage themselves, NMIMS curriculum. Activities like
businesses, and be responsible citizens sports, music, and cultural community
of society. services help students learn teamwork,
Bakery individual or group responsibility,

NMIMS Navi Mumbai Campus

(Toll Free - 1800 102 5138) www.hospitality.nmims.edu
 Achievements, Accolades, Especially changes in technological
innovations have been tremendous. The
Accreditations, and Awards entry of aggregators into the market
has changed how the hospitality sector
handles reservations, customer service
Ÿ NAAC Grade A+ for the 3rd time (Mumbai management, customer feedback, data,
Campus) with 3.59 CGPA (on a 4-point scale) management, and many more."
Ÿ Category 1 University by MHRD/ UGC- Graded
Reiterating the emergence of modern
Autonomy Regulations 2018 technologies and advancements in the
hospitality sector, Dr. Verma further
adds, "AI and the blockchain industry
are now driving technological
interventions. These changes make the
physical strength and endurance, challenges. This has affected the
sector very dynamic, with new things
competition, diversity, and a sense of hospitality industry in good measure
evolving every day! Bookings.com and
culture and community. too. Amid these challenges, the
Makemytrip.com have helped the
institute identifies new opportunities
hotels to increase their sales."
At the institute, students are motivated for human advancement. NMIMS has
to participate in several personality taken it upon itself to prepare its
Having said this, Dr. Verma maintains
building activities through various students to navigate such uncertainties
that irrespective of the technological
school committees like Public and come out as winners. Developing
interventions, the hotel industry
Relations, Entrepreneur Cell, Cultural important skills like curiosity,
remains driven by the human touch.
Committee, Student's Council, etc. The imagination, resilience, and self-
"Nothing can replace the warmth,
institute also arranges multiple field regulation prepare their students to be
sensitivity, passion, and personalized
trips such as Cheese Tour, Wine Tour, future ready.
service every guest expects from the
and many more, for students to explore
trained hotel personnel. That's where
new arenas through enriching When we ask Dr. Verma about her
institutes like NMIMS SoHM come on -
experiences. opinion on the changing dynamics of
to train highly professional people for
the hospitality industry, she says, "The
the hospitality industry," the Dean of
Special programs are also organized to hospitality industry has seen several
the institute concludes.
prepare the students for their future changes over the last decade.
participation and involvement in the
hospitality industry. They are
persuaded to participate in bartending,
culinary, and other competitions
relevant to the hospitality sector.

The assignments at SoHM, meanwhile,

are based on real-world situations, like
interviewing industry experts, senior
students, and other stakeholders.
Besides, the institute also offers
research-based projects through which
the students find opportunities to
contribute to the world's growth.

Changing Dynamics of the

Hospitality Industry
The world is facing unprecedented Housekeeping Lab &
social, economic, and environmental Training Guest Room

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 Tourism Study
Voyager's A

Way of

Life
FF
rom Columbus's story to The study of Tourism provides detailed
Gulliver's travel, the stories of insight into exploring a place and
voyages have been fascinating, understanding its physical, economic,
creating a desire in young hearts to social, geo-strategic and cultural value.
experience the voyager's life. Carrying Allowing the tourist to make the most
the same dream forward, few people out of their tour experiences and help
out there live the life of stories, others understand the places from the
voyaging around the world. eyes of wonders.
Experiencing such journeys and
worldly wonders creates meaningful Origin of Tourism Studies
experiences and a hunger to dive Tourism has not always been just for
deeper into the ocean of tourism. This entertainment and exploration. Before,
desire has led to the promulgation of it was quite specific, and enjoyment
tourism studies. was not an objective. It was after the
industrial revolution and the creation

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 Voyager's Journal

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of a new class that tourism for leisure Ÿ Undergraduate Certificate Level To every tourism graduate, it is an
became popular. With time this Ÿ Graduate Certificate Level amazing opportunity to create a
changed, and tourism started to get stronghold in the field.
segregated into various parts such as Selecting an institution for the tourism
medical, educational, business tourism, course can be of great significance. Tourism: The way of life
etc. An increase in tourism and However, there are a few factors one Tourism is an extremely impactful field
globalization propelled people's must keep in mind while selecting an leaving its mark on a place's social,
interest in tourism which in turn led to educational school. environmental, and developmental
the development and popularity of the Ÿ Knowing about the placement factors. Being a graduate in tourism
study of tourism. opportunities of institution programs gives a different vision of
Ÿ Internship opportunities to learn exploring these factors to an
And, today in the 21st century, tourism more individual, eventually changing the
studies are a great opportunity to Ÿ Available concentration and one's way of life and acquiring a perception
explore and understand the world interests regarding the world.
better. The studies are majorly Ÿ Availability of advance coverage in
associated with the emotions of the case of doing supportive studies This induces a sense of respect and
students pursuing the subject, as most understanding for diverse cultures
of the people pursuing it do so out of a Diving in the Ocean of Opportunities creating and desire to explore them
passion for tourism. However, there is With the increase in the tourism more. Tourism graduates are often seen
a lack of awareness regarding this industry, generating employment exploring the world at their own pace
program as the thought of tourism opportunities has outgrown. Jobs throughout their lives, making the
being trivial exists among the masses. available include the positions as tour sector an important part. Irrespective of
On lines of change being universal, operators, managers, marketing and the field they pursue, the qualities
this thought can be seen shaking a little travel agency managers, tourist tourism induces in them become
as the craving for tourism and travel is information centre manager, and a list irreplaceable.
increasing among youngsters. goes on.
Tourism and its study is positively
From Past to Date Having more than 70% of employment impacting the world, making it a better
As travel for love and leisure is getting rate, getting a part-time job in the place to live, be understood, and
popular, people are finding ways to sector is much easier. So, you know clubbing people closer emotionally.
support the tourism industry. The what to do next time you have packed
desire to involve tourism as a part of your bags for a tour and are in shortage Conclusion
life has increased admission in the of that last penny. Selecting the life of a traveller is a
tourism education sector. And there is a challenge, though not quite similar to
pool of institutions that provide the From Date to Next that of our childhood stories. It
best education around tourism. With an The pandemic uncertainties have requires skills of adaptability, good
objective to support the travel and changed a lot of things about the survival instincts, a love for
tourism industry and create more tourism industry and the way it has exploration, and a tough debate over
awareness regarding it, many been pursued. Post-COVID, tourism choosing to travel over the comfort of
institutions are offering dynamics and study has seen massive growth. home. And if this sounds exactly like
educational programs. Thanks to the isolated life experienced who you are, it's a good time to take up
by people during the lockdown. The tourism studies and start a career of
Let's take a walk and know the most last couple of years have made people dreams!
favoured options! rethink life and its leisure, and missing
Ÿ Tourism could be studied at four out on meeting friends and family has
different levels: added another reason for travelling
Ÿ Bachelor's degree around.
Ÿ Master's degree

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 The Best Institutes in Hospitality Management, 2022

V. M. Salgaocar Institute of
International Hospitality Education
(VMSIIHE), GOA
Imparting excellence to the new age Hospitality Education

I ndia has been known for its

warmth and commitment since
ancient times when it comes to
serving its guests. The old popular
saying - "Guests are equivalent to
total employment in the country with
even higher projections of growth in
the coming years.

With such enormous opportunities, the

With a perfect combination of
academic learning, practical sessions,
and professional internship, VMSIIHE
emphasizes developing leadership
qualities and enhancing students'
God," signifies the uniform emotion need to deliver state-of-the-art communication and soft skills. The
throughout the nation for its visitors. services, infrastructure, and human institute understands the requirements
resource training becomes extremely of the global hospitality sector seeking
For a developing country like India, important. This innate responsibility qualified and trained employees; and
hospitality generally facilitates sound falls on the hospitality education steps in to equip students with the
foundations for global relations, which institutions in the country to fulfill and requisite and crucial skillsets.
further enhances the nation's tourism, deliver.
trade, and business prospects. An Establishment With a Vision
V. M. Salgaocar Institute of The illustrious V. M. Salgaocar Group
The hospitality industry contributes International Hospitality Education has established a business legacy in the
significantly to the country's GDP, (VMSIIHE) has taken this state. Bringing a diversified
creating more than 35 million jobs responsibility seriously and dedicated environment to hospitality education, it
(financial year 2020), almost 8% of the itself to focusing, training, and thriving set up a world-class institute,
in the hospitality industry for the VMSIIHE in Goa - the foremost
country's growth. international tourist destination with
perfect exposure; to the hospitality
industry among its educational
ventures. VMSIIHE is located at
Manora-Raia, a pristine, verdant
village in south Goa, offering a
soothing environment for an
interestingly competitive and fun-filled
VMSIIHE is committed learning experience.
to excellence in hospitality education and training and
VMSIIHE strives to offer quality
create opportunities in keeping with the Vision and hospitality education with a world-
class infrastructure that gives one's
Mission of the Institute! career an edge over others. The

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 It aspires to be the best educational
institute in international hospitality
management to create world-class
leaders committed to excellence.

The visionary leader

Leading the institute towards its
glorious odyssey Prof. Irfan Mirza,
the Director & Principal of
VMSIIHE brings with him a rich
industry experience and environment
of more than 35 years of grooming in
institute is affiliated to the Goa Europe, including France, Switzerland, hospitality and education sectors. An
University and is supported by Netherlands and Belgium. expert in the hospitality industry, Prof.
Marriott Inc., with an existing MOU Mirza has been awarded as a member
with Swiss Education Group. Students VMSIIHE aims at improving of the faculty of the AHLEI of USA
can pursue their higher education at knowledge progress and leadership to (American Hotel and Lodging
Cesar Ritz and Culinary Arts Academy, help students reach their full Educational Institute) for teaching
Switzerland. intellectual and human potential by crucial subjects like Fundamentals of
committing to excellence in learning, Destination Management and
The institute also offers internship teaching, and collaboration with others Marketing, Leadership and
opportunities in Portugal at leading in the industry. Management in Hospitality Industry,
hotels and organizes study tours to and Hospitality Industry Financial

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Accounting among other subjects.
Before taking up the role of Director at
VMSIIHE, he was the Director,
Academic Relations (India) for César
Ritz Colleges, Switzerland, and a
visiting faculty for numerous other
institutes.

Prof. Mirza has expertise in planning

and setting up hotel management
institutes. Being a professional project
consultant, he has successfully set up
several hotel management institutes in
India and abroad, including the
European International College Abu
Dhabi, Jindal School of Management
in Baroda, Good Shepherd College of
Hotel Management, Ooty.

Prof. Mirza has authored books like ‘A

to Z International Cooking’ and ‘A to Z
International Baking’. He was in
charge of creating the START (Skills,
Tasks, and Result Training)
Hospitality Program in Dubai United
Arab Emirates, as well as de veloping
specialized courses for Dubai's starred
hotels. Mr. Irfan Mirza also served as a
Specialist/Senior Trainer of Training
Solutions consultant at the Department
of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
at the Government of Dubai.

Keeping company with the very best

and spearheaded by Prof. Irfan Mirza,
VMSIIHE has received accolades and
several awards while being recognized
in India's top 10 most promising travel
and hospitality institutes. He is the importantly, the right attitude required B.Sc. Culinary Arts- is a three-year
recipient of several awards, including- to face the challenges young degree program that consists of a
'Outstanding Achievement Award for hospitality graduates come across. balanced curriculum that combines the
Education Excellence' presented to him Below are the programs offered by the latest in contemporary culinary
by Shivraj Patil, former Union Home institute: techniques and methodologies as well
Minister, at the National Economic as courses that help provide a relevant
Development and Social B.Sc. International Hospitality business foundation.
Responsibilities Summit. Management- is a three-year degree
program that provides a challenging M.Sc. International Hospitality and
Proficient programs provided curriculum that helps students develop Tourism Management program (M.Sc.
VMSIIHE provides various programs a critical, analytical and evaluative IHTM)- is a two-year Post Graduation
that focus on imparting the right approach to hospitality management. degree course structured to meet the
knowledge, skills, and, more educational needs of young hospitality

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graduates who aspire to be managers, Ÿ VMSIIHE has tied up with
entrepreneurs, educators, and other Turismo de Portugal for a
professionals in business and the 'Collaborative International
industry. Training and Education
Program' for staff and
While academics holds priority, students.
students are also encouraged to Ÿ The Institute has signed a
participate in intercollegiate events, Memorandum of
sports (internal class and Understanding (MOU) with
intercollegiate). They are also part of César Ritz Colleges
various clubs at the institute like the Switzerland.
cuisine club, gardening club, cultural Ÿ Member of International
club, NSS. The faculty coordinators EUROCHRIE (Council on
and the student coordinators organize a Hotel Restaurant &
variety of activities for the students Institutional Education).
throughout the academic year. Students
engaged here develop their Preparing the future
understanding of leadership skills, hospitality leaders
teamwork, budgeting, marketing At VMSIIHE, the curriculum is
strategies, etc. undertaken in academic support
with DU Dublin and is in line
Laurels and achievements through with the industry's requirements
the years globally. Infrastructure and the
VMSIIHE, through its years of high-tech equipment provided
commendable excellence, has won to the students are in line with
several awards. Few of them are listed international standards. This
below:
Prof. Irfan Mirza
atmosphere helps students groom for
an immensely competitive global Director and Principal
Ÿ Certified as ISO 9001:2015 for the hospitality industry. VMSIIHE
quality management system and
ISO 14001:2015 for the The institute also offers professional
environmental management internships opportunities at starred
system. hotels in Maldives, UAE, Portugal,
Ÿ With a five-star rating, VMSIIHE is Switzerland, and other countries
the first hospitality institute in India abroad.
certified by FSSAI as 'Eat Right
Campus'. Envisioning the future
Ÿ Swachchatam Mahavidyalaya VMSIIHE is determined to continue its
Samman: Award for the cleanest journey by creating world-class
college for three years in a row, hospitality/culinary leaders committed
from 2016 to 2019. to excellence by imparting quality The institute
Ÿ The Great Indian Institutes 2018- education, exponential experience,
19: September 2018 Issue of values, and professional attitude,
instils ethical practices
Forbes India Magazine. thereby making a mark on the global among faculty staff and
map.
Interface with leading hospitality students to foster integrity
institute
Ÿ The institute has a functional
in all actions.
agreement with TU Dublin as their
academic partner.

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