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B.Sc in Hotel Management is an undergraduate degree program which takes three years with aims at offering training in different facets of hotel industry. Hospitality includes front office, house keeping, food production, food and beverage service, accounting, hospitality marketing and many other things which are taught to the students. The courses consist of theory and practical lessons with the theoretical part being taught in class while the practical part is taught through internships at hotels.
The entrance tests that students can take and which are accepted by colleges for B.Sc Hotel Management admissions: NCHM JEE, IMU CET, UPSEE, OJEE, WBJEE. Food Craft Institute Admission Test (FCIAT) organized by NTA is another very popular test and is designed to measure reasoning & aptitude, numerical ability, general awareness & service aptitude. As is evident from the previous sections, the student’s performance in the said exams is recognized by the management college to provide admission to the B.Sc Hotel Management program.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Bachelor of Science (Hotel Management) |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Eligibility | Class 12th pass with minimum 50% marks (may vary slightly depending on the college) |
| Top Colleges | Indian Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM), Institute of Hotel Management, Catering and Nutrition (IHM), Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA), The Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development (OCLD), Christ University |
| Entrance Exams | NCHMCT JEE, All India Hotel Management Entrance Test (AIHMET), LPUNEST, IPU CET (for Delhi colleges), College-specific entrance exams |
1. Candidates must have passed 10+2 in any stream from a recognised board with at least 50% aggregate marks.
2. There is no restriction regarding the age, but candidates in the age group of 17-23 years are warmly welcomed.
3. English medium students must have passed English as one of the subjects in their 10+2 level.
4. Candidates must qualify the Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination conducted by National Council of Hotel Management and Tourism (NCHMCT) or any state level entrance examination.
5. Selection process in some institutes involves group discussion and the subsequent personal interview.
1. NCHM JEE : National level test conducted by NCHMCT for the purpose of admitting students to BSc in hotel management.
2. IHM Joint Entrance Examination - A test conducted for the purpose of admitting students to IHM joining institutes for BSc in hotel management.
3. UPES-HM: It stands for the University level entrance examination to get admission in BSc hotel management at UPES Dehradun.
4. MAHE-HM – Manipal University Exam which is conducted for admissions to BSc in Hotel Management.
5. BBA Entrance Exams – Some exams like the IPMAT also provide entry to BSc Hotel Management courses.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Front Office Operations | Guest registration, room rates and reservations, guest services, guest complaints and feedback management, cashiering, front office technology |
| Food Production | Kitchen organization and layout, menu planning and costing, food preparation techniques, food safety and hygiene, different cooking methods, international cuisines |
| Food and Beverage Service | Restaurant service standards, types of service, menu knowledge, wine and beverage service, bar operations, restaurant management |
| Housekeeping Operations | Room cleaning procedures, guest room amenities, linen management, housekeeping standards, public area maintenance |
| Accounting and Finance | Hotel accounting principles, financial statements, budgeting and forecasting, cost control, revenue management |
| Human Resource Management | Recruitment and selection, training and development, employee relations, performance management, labor laws |
| Marketing and Sales | Hospitality marketing principles, sales strategies, customer relationship management, digital marketing in hospitality |
| Communication Skills | Effective communication, interpersonal skills, business writing, public speaking, presentation skills |
| Tourism and Travel Management | Introduction to tourism, travel products and services, destination management, sustainable tourism |
| Hotel Law and Ethics | Legal aspects of hotel operations, guest rights and responsibilities, ethical conduct in hospitality |
1. Candidate must have passed 10+2 in any stream with minimum of fifty percent marks.
2. The following tips may be of help to you when applying for the course and can be easily followed before the admission dead line;
3. Sit for the entrance test if any for the institute
4. If shortlisted, most candidates are advised to attend the counselling session.
5. The university should accept some documents and make sure students pay their admission fees.
6. Obtain the admission confirmation and take the necessary steps in order to join the course.
| Rank | College Name | City, State | Fees (Approx. per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Chennai | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | ₹ 1.28 Lakh |
| 2 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Bangalore | Bangalore, Karnataka | ₹ 1.28 Lakh |
| 3 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Pusa | New Delhi, Delhi | ₹ 1.10 Lakh |
| 4 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Lucknow | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | ₹ 1.00 Lakh |
| 5 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Kolkata | Kolkata, West Bengal | ₹ 1.00 Lakh |
| 6 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Mumbai | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹ 1.00 Lakh |
| 7 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad, Gujarat | ₹ 1.00 Lakh |
| 8 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Gwalior | Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh | ₹ 1.00 Lakh |
| 9 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Jaipur | Jaipur, Rajasthan | ₹ 1.00 Lakh |
| 10 | Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) - Hyderabad | Hyderabad, Telangana | ₹ 1.00 Lakh |
| Rank | College Name | City, State | Fees (Approx. per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA) | Manipal, Karnataka | ₹ 3.68 Lakh |
| 2 | The Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development (OCLD) | Gurgaon, Haryana | ₹ 3.50 Lakh |
| 3 | Christ University | Bangalore, Karnataka | ₹ 3.25 Lakh |
| 4 | Amity School of Hospitality (Amity University) | Noida, Uttar Pradesh | ₹ 2.50 Lakh |
| 5 | International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) | Various Locations | ₹ 2.25 Lakh - 3.00 Lakh |
| 6 | Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (IHM) | Mumbai, Maharashtra | ₹ 2.00 Lakh |
| 7 | Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (IHM) | Bangalore, Karnataka | ₹ 2.00 Lakh |
| 8 | Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (IHM) | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | ₹ 1.75 Lakh |
| 9 | Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (IHM) | Hyderabad, Telangana | ₹ 1.75 Lakh |
| 10 | Lovely Professional University | Jalandhar, Punjab | ₹ 2.00 Lakh |
| Specialization | Job Roles & Responsibilities | Average Annual Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Food and Beverage Management | Restaurant Manager, Food and Beverage Service Manager, Banquet Manager, Bar Manager, Catering Manager | 4.5 - 6 LPA |
| Accommodation Operations | Hotel Front Office Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Guest Services Manager, Room Reservations Manager | 4 - 5.5 LPA |
| Culinary Arts | Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Pastry Chef, Sous Chef | 4 - 6 LPA |
| Sales and Marketing | Hotel Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, Public Relations Manager, Events Manager | 4.2 - 5.8 LPA |
| Human Resource Management | HR Manager, Training and Development Manager, Recruitment Specialist | 4.5 - 5.5 LPA |
