BHMCT (Hotel Management and Catering Technology)

BHMCT-HMCT

School of Hotel Management & Catering Technology

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  • Duration

    4 Years

  • Eligibility

    10+2 any stream

  • Selection Procedure

    Entrance Test + PI


Program Outcomes

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

  • Enhance verbal and non-verbal communication skills essential for interacting with diverse stakeholders, including guests, team members, and vendors.

Technical Proficiency

  • Use contemporary hospitality technology for property management, reservation systems, and food service operations.

Industry-Specific Technologies

  • Gain proficiency in using hospitality management software and technologies (e.g., property management systems, point-of-sale systems).
  • Understand emerging trends in technology such as automation and digital marketing in hospitality.

Environment and Sustainability

  • Foster ethical practices, cultural sensitivity, and sustainable approaches to hospitality management and tourism development.
  • Gain insights into international hospitality standards, trends, and practices to work effectively in a global environment.

Self-directed and Life-long Learning

  • Inspire innovation and entrepreneurship to identify and seize opportunities within the hospitality and catering sectors.
  • Encourage continuous learning and professional development to adapt to emerging trends and advancements in the hospitality and tourism industry.

Hospitality Knowledge and Skills

  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the core areas of hotel management, including front office, housekeeping, food and beverage service, food production, and catering operations.
  • Gain expertise in culinary techniques, menu planning, and presentation.

Customer-Centric Approach and Managerial Competence

  • Acquire the ability to deliver exceptional customer service, anticipate guest needs, and ensure satisfaction across various hospitality settings.
  • Cultivate leadership, organizational, and team management skills for effective handling of hospitality operations.
  • Learn strategic planning, human resource management, and financial analysis specific to the hospitality industry.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

  • Develop analytical and critical thinking abilities to identify and resolve challenges in dynamic hospitality scenarios.
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Career Paths

Hotel Manager

Restaurant Manager

Food and Beverage Manager

Event Planner/Manager

Catering Manager

Guest Relations Manager

Travel Consultant

Front Office Manager

Sales and Marketing Executive

Executive Chef

Tourism Manager

Curriculum

Curriculum Structure BHMCT (Hotel Management and Catering Technology)

Course Category Course Title Credits
Core Food Production Foundation- I 2
Core F & B Service Foundation-I 2
Core F. O. Foundation- I 2
Core Hotel H. K. Foundation- I 2
Core Environmental Studies – I 2

opt any 01 Discipline Specific Elective

Discipline Specific Elective Applications of Computers 2
Discipline Specific Elective Safety & Security in Hotels 2
Discipline Specific Elective Introduction to Event Management 2

opt any 01 Ability Enhancement

Ability Enhancement Subject Basic Communication Techniques 2
Ability Enhancement Subject Soft Skills in Hospitality and Tourism 2
Total 20

Course Category Course Title Credits
Core Food production Foundation- II 2
Core F & B Service Foundation-II 2
Core F. O. Foundation- II 2
Core H. K. Foundation- II 2
Core Environmental Studies – II 2

opt any 01 Discipline Specific Elective

Discipline Specific Elective Event Management Planning 2
Discipline Specific Elective Personality Development 2

opt any 01 Ability Enhancement

Ability Enhancement Subject Business Communication 2
Ability Enhancement Subject Basics of Ethics & Human Values 2

opt any 01 Generic Elective

Generic Elective Basic Hygiene & HACCP 2
Generic Elective Hotel Engineering 2
Total 22

Course Category Course Title Credits
Core Food Production Operation- I 2
Core F & B Service Operation- I 2
Core F. O. Operation- I 2
Core H. K. Operation- I 2

opt any 01 Discipline Specific Elective

Discipline Specific Elective Sustainability in Hospitality & Tourism 2
Discipline Specific Elective Strategic Management 2

opt any 01 Ability Enhancement

Ability Enhancement Subject Basic Foreign Language (French) 2
Ability Enhancement Subject Basic Accounting 2
Ability Enhancement Subject Principles of Management 2

opt any 01 Generic Elective

Generic Elective Food Science and Nutrition 2
Total 20

Course Category Course Title Credits
Core 20 Weeks Industrial Training 16
Total 16

Course Category Course Title Credits
Core Food Production Operation- II 2
Core F & B Service Operation- II 2
Core F. O. Operation- II 2
Core H. K. Operation- II 2

opt any 01 Discipline Specific Elective

Discipline Specific Elective Event Management 2
Discipline Specific Elective Spa & Resort Management 2
Discipline Specific Elective Hotel Accounting 2

opt any 01 Ability Enhancement

Ability Enhancement Subject Basics of Economics 2
Ability Enhancement Subject Human Resource Management 2
Ability Enhancement Subject Information & Communication Technology 2

opt any 01 Value Addition Course

Value Addition Course Indian Society and Culture 2
Value Addition Course Air Travel Management 2
Value Addition Course Essential of Tour Guiding 2
Value Addition Course Special Interest Tourism 2
Value Addition Course Professional Behaviorism and Mannerism 2
Value Addition Course Stress Management 2
Value Addition Course Presentation and Interpersonal Skills 2
Value Addition Course Hospitality Ethics 2

opt any 01 Open Elective

Open Elective Digital Marketing 2
Open Elective Introduction to Software Solution Building 2
Open Elective Ayurvedic and Traditional Medicine 2
Open Elective Basics of TV Production 2
Open Elective Basic Mathematics 2
Total 46

Course Category Course Title Credits
Core Food Production Operation- III 2
Core F & B Service Operation- III 2
Core Front Office Management 2
Core Accommodation Management 2

opt any 01 Discipline Specific Elective

Discipline Specific Elective Hotel laws and Risk Management 2
Discipline Specific Elective Strategic Management 2
Discipline Specific Elective Hotel Information Systems 2
Discipline Specific Elective Company Report Writing (NTCC) 2

opt any 01 Ability Enhancement

Ability Enhancement Food Photography & Food Journalism 2
Ability Enhancement Cruise Line Operations & Management 2
Ability Enhancement New Age Technologies in Hospitality & Tourism 2
Ability Enhancement Corporate Ethics & CSR in Hospitality & Tourism 2

opt any 01 Value Addition Course

Value Addition Course Indian society and culture 2
Value Addition Course Air travel management 2
Value Addition Course Essential of tour guiding 2
Value Addition Course Special Interest tourism 2
Value Addition Course Professional Behaviorism and Mannerism 2
Value Addition Course Stress management 2
Value Addition Course Presentation and interpersonal skills 2
Value Addition Course Hospitality ethics 2

opt any 01 Open Elective

Open Elective Industrial IOT and Automation 2
Open Elective Java for Non-Techies 2
Open Elective Pharmacoeconomics 2
Open Elective Global Media Scenario 2
Open Elective Material Synthesis and Characterization 2
Total 50

Course Category Course Title Credits
Core Food Production Management 2
Core Food & Beverage Management 2

opt any 01 Discipline Specific Elective

Discipline Specific Elective Specialization Elective-I (Room Division) 2
Discipline Specific Elective Specialization Elective-I (F&B Division) 2
Discipline Specific Elective Professional Elective I (Food & Beverage Outlet Management) 2
Discipline Specific Elective Professional Elective I (Recreation & Entertainment Management) 2
Discipline Specific Elective Professional Elective-I (Reservation & Reception Management) 2
Discipline Specific Elective Professional Elective-I ( Interior Design and decoration) 2
Discipline Specific Elective Professional Elective-I (Bartending skills and Bar Management) 2
Discipline Specific Elective Professional Elective-I (Catering Management) 2

opt any 01 Ability Enhancement

Ability Enhancement Hospitality Marketing 2
Ability Enhancement Entrepreneurship Management 2
Ability Enhancement Facility Design & Management 2
Ability Enhancement Financial Management- 2

opt any 01 Value Addition Course

Value Addition Course Indian society and culture 2
Value Addition Course Air travel management 2
Value Addition Course Essential of tour guiding 2
Value Addition Course Special Interest tourism 2
Value Addition Course Professional Behaviourism and Mannerism 2
Value Addition Course Stress management 2
Value Addition Course Presentation and interpersonal skills 2
Value Addition Course Hospitality ethics 2
Total 44

Course Category Course Title Credits
Core 20 Weeks Specialized Industrial Training 16
Total 16

Tuition Fee

101,600

Note *Lab & Library fee will be charged separately
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, after completing a BHMCT, you can pursue a Master's degree in fields like Hospitality and Tourism Management, Luxury Brand Management, or an MBA in areas such as International Marketing or Hospitality Management. These programs can help you specialize or gain leadership skills, aligning with your career goals. If you're interested in studying abroad, especially in Germany, many universities offer tuition-free Master's programs in English, provided your Bachelor's degree meets their admission criteria.

Yes, BHMCT graduates can work abroad in hotels, resorts, cruise ships, airlines, and tourism companies. The hospitality industry is global, and Indian hospitality graduates are highly sought after, especially in countries with a booming tourism sector.

No, BHMCT is predominantly offered as full-time programs due to their practical nature.

Yes, during a BHMCT program, you can specialize in specific areas of hospitality based on the electives or practical training offered by the institution. Common specializations include Food and Beverage Management, Culinary Arts, Housekeeping Operations, Front Office Management, and Event Planning.

The degree offers broad career prospects within the Indian hospitality sector, including hotels, resorts, event management companies, cruise lines, airlines, and tourism agencies. As the industry is expanding, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals in this field.

Yes, after completing BHMCT, you can switch to other fields as the degree equips you with transferable skills like communication, management, and customer service. Graduates can explore careers in event management, tourism, luxury retail, marketing, or entrepreneurship. Pursuing further studies like an MBA can open doors to corporate roles in fields like international business or brand management. Additionally, the analytical and interpersonal skills gained during BHMCT can help you succeed in diverse industries beyond hospitality.

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