USP of Hotel Management Institutes in India Compiled & Prepared by Ms. Aradhana Changkakoti Asst. Director, GHRDC Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, Manipal, Karnataka Manipal established its college for Hotel Management Studies in October 1986 as a unit of Dr. TMA Pai Foundation. In August 1987, the foundation joined hands with Welcomgroup, the hotel division of ITC Ltd, and a progressive hotel chain having linkage to Starwood Company of USA. WGSHA s training and development activities are recognized by the International Hotel Association, Paris. In July 2003, it became a constituent college of Manipal University. The Institute has international collaboration with Sheffield Hallam University of UK. It is the first Indian Hotel Management Institute listed by the Council of Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education (CHRIE). The Institute aims to mould young men and women into competent and responsible professionals with pleasing personalities who would, with requisite experience, become leaders in the hospitality industry. The admission process is driven by a collective vision of the Manipal University and the ITC Hotels Division that seeks to provide educational opportunities to deserving applicants that focuses on inclusiveness, equality of gender, economic and social diversity and opportunity for students with appropriate attitudes along with academic achievements. It is the only Institute in India that offers an ISG International Sommelier Guild certification as part of the BHM degree. All faculties are qualified with a post graduate degree with a minimum experience of 12 years or more and some are qualified with an M. Phil. Faculty and students are continuously engaged in research, publication and continuous learning and development through national and international associations and agreements. The Institute provides its students the opportunities for undertaking internships for 6 months in the USA Disney Land. The Manipal University hostel is rated as the second best hostel in India next after BITS Pilani, at Aspire Education summit 2012. The Institute has extremely structured academic processes controlled by the University certified ISO 9001-14001. One of the finest hospitals in the country the Kasturba Medical Hospital provides medical supervision and healthcare needs for the students along with medical insurance. The entire campus is Wi-Fi enabled. The University has food courts that are international franchises. The students engage in many activities of intellectual, physical and social dimensions in co curricular activities throughout the academic term primarily among the 21 constituent colleges of the Manipal University and among other Universities. 100% placement in national and international hotel chains. The institute is proud of its very successful community of alumni. Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Chennai, Tamil Nadu The Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Chennai was established in 1963 jointly sponsored by the Government of Tamil Nadu and the Govt. of India at national Level.
The Institute has provided high quality courses in Hotel & Catering for over 43 years and has excellent links with the industry and has made a name at global and national level providing personnel for the industry. Ministry has recognized IHM, Chennai as one of the specialized Institutes to conduct CBSP programme, CHT programme and other various specialized programmes. Constant upgradation of equipments, faculty and students knowledge, skill and attitude by maintaining a close rapport with the hospitality industry. The Institute bagged 5 National Awards for Excellence this year from Ministry of Tourism India. The awards are: Best Academic performance, Special Award for Placement Performance, Gold Medal for outstanding performance in III year all over India in 2009-10 and silver medal for standing second in III year all over India in 2009-10. During 2011-Hunar Se Rozgar (FP & False & BS) and skill testing Certification Programme (Cooks & Waiters) under CBSP were continuously conducted and 475 and 1613 candidates were respectively trained. Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh Established in the year 1987 IHM Meerut at its old campus with an area of over 2.5 acres has already emerged as a leading training institution in north India. It is the first private hospitality Institute to get the coveted affiliation of National Council for Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India. IHM, Meerut has signed a Memorandum of co-operation with a leading university in UK to promote the exchange of faculty, to develop joint initiatives in hospitality research and curriculum development. The Institute has a reputation of 100% placement and their alumnus occupies good positions in all parts of the globe. The Institute is the first hospitality Institute in this part of the country to get All India Council for technical Education (AICTE) approval. Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Hotel Management Catering & Nutrition, Chandigarh, Punjab Dr. Ambedkar Institute of hotel management, catering and nutrition, Chandigarh was set up in the year 1990. The Institute not only lay stress and emphasis on creating professional skills but also encourages various other curriculum activities to develop an overall personality of the candidate The Institute is part of NCHMCT, under Ministry of Tourism, Government of India was awarded Excellence in Administrative Performance prize by Govt. of India. To encourage and motivate brilliant students in culinary art of Food Production M/S Everest Masala conferred trophies, certificates and cash prizes to the students who stood first in Food Production subject in their respective academic years. Some students of the Institute were felicitated as Best Trainee in different reputed hotels during the course of their industrial training. Under Mid Day Meal Scheme, Institute prepared and supplied cooked Meal for 2311589 portions to the students of 127 different schools of Chandigarh Administration during the year 2011. Students of the Institute displayed a large sized flower arrangement at Flower Show Exhibition during the Rose Festival organized by Chandigarh Administration. Students of the Institute set up a multi cuisine Food stall during Rose Festival and Chandigarh Carnival organized by Chandigarh Administration and was highly appreciated by the food connoisseurs all over the city.
To commemorate World Tourism week, the Institute organized the following activities- Inter college Flower Arrangement competition, Walk organized at Sukhna Lake, Chandigarh, Students of the Institute welcomed the tourists at the Railway Station and Airport by presenting flower buds. The Students of the Institute were declared winners in the National Tourism Quiz competition organized by Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. Institute of Hotel Management Catering and Nutrition, Ahmedabad, Gujarat The Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Ahmedabad (IHMA) formerly the food Craft Institute was established in 1972 by Government of India, Ministry of Tourism. It was upgraded to a full- fledged institute of Hotel Management in 1984. The training facilities include- Specialized training kitchens & restaurants, Bakery & confectionery labs, Housekeeping lab. & Training Guest room facilities, Front office lab, Computer lab with latest technology, Audio visual facilities etc. The institute organizes various activities viz. Food Festivals, Chef Competitions, Educational Tours, and Fairs etc. every year to inculcate professionalism in Students and Staff. Students are required to actively participate in these activities. The Institute also provides encouragement for the sports, debate, quizzes and recreation activities. Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh The Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Gwalior came into existence in the year 1992 and became an affiliate of National council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, the Ministry of Tourism. The aim of the institute is to provide the right environment and inputs to the aspiring hoteliers who would be able to measure up to the exacting and ever rising standards of the hospitality industry in India and abroad. The institute seeks to impart the best knowledge and skills into the students and to cater to the workforce requirement of the hospitality industry. The college has been at the forefront in conducting the capacity building programs of the government titled Hunar Se Rojgar and CHT programs from time to time. The alumni of the institute are well placed in the industry. Students once a part of the institute, have been working in some of the best hotels, fast food chains and call-centers in India and abroad. Empathy, industriousness and professional skills are some of the most essential qualities the institute is trying to imbibe in its learning process to the students. Institute of Hotel Management Catering & Nutrition, Gurdaspur, Punjab Institute of Hotel Management, Gurdaspur established by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India, in the year 1994. The institute imparts quality training and education in the field of Hospitality and Tourism Industry to prepare students for the roles of a Hotel or Restaurant Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Front Office Manager, Executive Chef or as Executive House-Keeper etc. The Institute has established its name in the industry by achieving premier positions at national level culinary competitions. The Institute has also consistently attained very high pass percentage and the scholars have attained top ranks on all India merit rankings.
Rizvi College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Mumbai, Maharashtra Rizvi College of Hotel Management was established in 1992 with a view to cater to the technical and profession requirements of the industry. Education at Rizvi means and includes: industry oriented teaching, theoretical & practical approach and constant interaction with leading professionals of the Hospitality Industry. The Institute believes in all round development and prepares students to tackle the most complicated situations. Students are considered to be assets of the Institute and the Institute leaves no stone unturned in giving them a refined and sophisticated silhouette. The Institute believes in change and hence constantly keeps updating itself to match international standards. Rizvi College has a licensed membership agreement with internationally renowned, highly acclaimed and a proven champion in the field of Hospitality Education, EI of AH & MA headquartered at Michigan, USA. Institute of Advanced Management, Kolkata, West Bengal IAM is founded under the aegis of Indismart Group having a number of hospitality education centres and hotels in various locations. The Institute's mission is to provide world class education and training by constantly innovating and improving through meaningful research and close relations with the industry, business and other institutions of India and abroad. The Institute has a strategic alliance with the Napier University, United Kingdom for delivering BA Hospitality Management in India, and also articulates with the WEST LONDON UNIIVERSITY. At every level of study there are theme parties, food-festivals, real time exposures happening, which not only help them hone their practical knowledge but also to master soft skills & sharpen their managerial capabilities. Most of the time such events are organized under the guidance of Celebrity Chefs, renowned Sommeliers and other Industry-Professionals, whose experience and expertise are an inspiration in itself. Hotel & Catering Management Institute, Chandigarh, Punjab Affiliated to India's leading academic institution IGNOU, World's leading American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute- USA, City & Guilds-UK, University of Cambridge, university of west London, siam university, tafeaustralia and North India's best Punjab Technical University, offering latest curriculum. 100% Placement support at National & International levels. Associated with world leading Hospitality companies for placements, 67% students in previous batch selected management trainee. Focused hospitality management institute. Best Infrastructure/ Campus in the region, Fully Air conditioned Campus. Internationally qualified and experienced faculty. Leading institute of hotel management in north India offering MBA-HM More than 1600 students passed out in last 3 year (Diploma, Degree, Post Graduate) and settled Nationally & Internationally. Each student is certified to the certain level of business English. Only Institute of hotel management in the region to have language lab. No hidden charges. All the Facilities are inclusive such as Uniform, Books, Study material, Practical Journals, events & activities etc. Accommodation/Hostel Available For Boys & Girls.
The institute has a well stocked reference library. The internet facility is also available to the student. To develop Team spirit, stamina, patience & confidence among the students Sports are encouraged. There are facilities of Basket Ball, Volley Ball, Tennis & Soccer in the campus. Acharya Institute of Management & Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka AIMS established under the aegis of JMJ Education Society in the year 1994 with a vision to expand the horizons of teaching-learning realms, wherein, the students' intrapersonal and interpersonal disposition is groomed. The Institute has International tie ups with leading universities viz. University of California USA, IMI Switzerland, Vatel France, Lyon France, Cyprus Institute that enable us to conduct various student and faculty exchange programmes apart from doing quality research work. The Institute provides Technical and Non Technical Augmentation courses to minimize gap between industry and curriculum. The Institute has an entrepreneurship Incubation centre. AIMS is proud of its association with bodies like DISNEY WORLD, ISTR, CII, NHRD, AIU, BMA, AWAKE, etc. AIMS association with Disney World enables the Institute to send selected students for an internship of six months at Disney World, USA. SRM Institute of Hotel Management, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu SRM Institute of Hotel Management is a part of 37 years old SRM Group of Educational Institutions, Sponsored by Valliammai Society. The SRM Institute of Hotel Management at Chennai, Trichy and NCR Campus Noida offers its students the benefit of a deluxe hotel attached to each of the institutes. Opportunities are provided to students to improve their personalities. Special programmes and seminars are conducted to make the students perform well in group discussions and interviews. The Institute won the national award for excellence in hospitality education 2009-10. Education Leadership Award 2011 was conferred to SRM Institute of Hotel Management, Chennai by Knowledge resource and Welfare Group for remarkable contribution towards overall academic and holistic growth of students. The Institute celebrated the Culinary Taste of India in the presence of GSE team from UK. Indo French Culinary Art Seminar arranged by the Institute was aimed at bridging the culinary exchange between India and France. The Institute organized NSS camp in nearby village where students actively participated in cleaning and upkeeping of a local school and also provided necessary equipment for future upkeep. The students of the Institute educated young children about various social activities with innovative games and activities. Amrapali Institute of Hotel Management, Nainital, Uttarakhand Appreciating the difficulties faced by the youth of the area and also due to the paucity of suitable professional Institutes in Kumaun region, the Modern Academy Society, Modinagar, decided to set up Amrapali Institute of Hotel Management at Haldwani the gateway to Kumaun region in the year 1999. It is the first affiliated and approved Institute of Kumaun region providing Hospitality and Catering Management education from the base level. The USP of AIHM is the academics framework which is internationally and regionally recognized. It also focuses on active participation in research, the practical skill orientation
programmes, supported by operational software s, library and excellent training facilities. The students of the Institute get a rich industrial exposure during Industrial Training and also by visiting expert from the Industry. Oriental School of Hotel Management, Wayanad, Kerala Oriental School of Hotel Management has been accorded the best Hotel Management Institute by Govt. of Kerala, Ministry of Tourism for the year 2005-06, 2006-07, 2007-08, 2008-09, 2009-10. Learn and excel is the motto of Oriental and it is done successfully by providing practical exposure to students in the group s own resorts with five star facilities. Oriental Quality Development Programme (OQDP) initiated six years ago helps the students to mould themselves into better professionals. Workshops are organized by OQDP team and various reputed corporate trainers to develop interpersonal skills and to face the challenging trends in Human resource state of affairs in Hospitality Industry. Oriental Communication and Etiquette Management Programme, is specially desgned to help the first year students to build confidence, to develop language skills and to help them identify themselves as hospitality professionals. Oriental Group of Hotel Management Institutions conducts a National Level Seminar and Competition Outlook since 2006. The seminar comprises of 9 hospitality based competitions, designed to provide an ideal platform to all participating students into the challenging area of hospitality. 10 to 12 colleges from across the Country participate in this national event every year. Oriental is famous for its world record attempts since 2005. Every year students make a unique attempt of creating the World Record Attempt. Jagannath Institute of Management Science, Rohini, New Delhi JIMS is a premium Management Institute offering a number of professional courses along with Hospitality and Catering Management. The multi disciplinary atmosphere inculcates in the students a spirit of coexistence. Interdepartmental events organized by various departments help students to also get knowledge about other professional competencies. Hotel Management students are exposed to the industry for a hands on training on a regular basis by working in 5 star hotel assisting in high profile functions like Prime Minister Meet, Champions League Matches through Maurya s, IPL through The Lalit, Economic Forum at Taj etc. The Institute regularly reviews its curriculum and updates as per the demand of the industry in consultation with an advisory Board comprising of people from academics and industry professionals. The course prepares students not only for Hotel Industry but also for Travel, Trade, Retail, Aviation etc. DeshBhagat Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, MandiGobindgarh, Punjab The strength of DBIHMCT is its ability to deliver education that meets the needs of students within the Indian context, while at the same time keeping a global relevance. There lies an integration of additional components such as industrial training, Industry interface, Role playing, Expert lectures, specific skill training and visits Live practical s are conducted in reputed hotels like Radisson-Jalandhar, Park Plaza-Ludhiana, Mountview - Chandigarh, Ashok-New Delhi, Oberoi-New Delhi. The Institute is the first Institute in Punjab and Northern region of India having original Front office with IDS &
FIDELIO software system, which is a key requirement of the industry. The Institute has excellent infrastructure with state-of-the-art technology as fully equipped Food & Beverage Production Lab (Demo training kitchen, Basic training kitchen, Advanced training kitchen & quality food kitchen), Food & Beverages service lab (Basic Training Restaurant & Advanced Training Restaurant) with mock Bar, Front Office lab with IDS & Fidelio as property management software, housekeeping lab with 3 guest rooms, communication and language lab, Digital library with Reading room, Recreation Centre, Conference & Seminar Hall, Bakery & confectionery lab and computer lab. In these lab, students get proper practical knowledge of the industry. The Institute is ISO 9001:2008 certified. Madras Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu It believes in taking the scope of students beyond the stipulated curriculum. The years that the students spend in the Institute have been programmed to equip the students as a through bred professional, capable of living up to the International standards that the India Hotel Industry has established. MIHMCT is the first and only Institute in India to incorporate in its teaching curriculum Australian Futura Educational resources and A Multi Media Education for its students by creating virtual and multimedia classrooms. These resources are exclusively used in Australia by TAFE and other leading private hospitality institutes. The Institute has highly qualified and experienced faculty and apply innovative training methods and scientific approach in teaching besides providing state of art teaching methodology. MIHMCT has a good track record of placement and has received appreciation from industrial professional in India and all over world. Scholarship from Govt. of Tamil Nadu under Welfare Development is provided for backward/sc/st community for their education and welfare. The Institute has earn while you learn scheme for students through part time and weekend training in 5 star Hotels. Advanced Information & Management Studies (AIMS), Durgapur, West Bengal AIMS, located at the heart of the city of Durgapur, in a sprawling campus has a vision to develop as an institute of excellence in education & research in consonance with the contemporary needs of the market. The Institute has agreement with Infinity Realcon Limited, Kolkata, for an industry academy partnership. The students studying in AIMS can join as Professionals in IRL in the coming years when they graduate. The college has also introduced AIMS e- cell with National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN) and achieved membership of NEN. AIM s USP on Teaching Methodology is special emphasis on on the job training, field trips, syndicate group discussion, mock interview, personal development with emphasis on body language, IT education, psychological lessons, case studies, workshops on foreign language, V-Sat Classroom, language lab, Competitive Events and Competitions etc. Free Health care policy for every student through Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited. The College has tied up with Hotel Ispat International, Asansol and Heritage Inn, Durgapur for the latest industry exposures and hands on training for Hotel Management Students. The college has started its own Bar Tending Academy for students who are going to be the future Bar Tenders of the Hospitality Industry.
Maharishi Arvind Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Jaipur, Rajasthan The Institute aims to empower the students through its training, for contributing to the socio-economic development of the nation by providing futuristic professional leadership. They have an ongoing mentorship programme, wherein the students are individually counseled by their teacher (mentor) through review of their performance. It also provides career counseling system wherein the students are individually counseled keeping in view their academic performance, talent, interest and career aspirations. Team from MAIHM participated in two Inter University Chef Competitions and was winner in one and first runner up in the second. IIAS School of Hotel Management, Dagapur, West Bengal The objective of the institute was to provide quality education. The Institute is focused on value addition to the courses that it offers to the student community and provides the unique combination of academic excellence, opportunities, choices and experience. It is one of the best Institutions in South Bengal including Sikkim, Bhutan and Nepal in terms of infrastructure and placement. Many of the students, besides getting placed in 7/5 star category hotels in the country, have also been working in International organizations. It has achieved many crowns in this region in hotel and tourism development. It has a 40000 sqft lush green campus. The Institute has an attached trainee hotel with Restaurant, Banquet overlooking Tea garden for the convenience of the students. T. John College - Department of Hotel Management, Bangalore, Karnataka The Institute s motto:"service with a smile" reflects the spirit of the hospitality industry. The Institute tries to instill self confidence, self discipline in every student through extensive and comprehensive training and hard work, professionalism and above all - cheerful, quality service which is very important for the rapidly growing hospitality industry. The course includes an intensive industrial training at the end of each academic year, in selected five star hotels. It emphasizes on character building in students, so as to enable them to become responsible citizens and committed professionals. The College is situated in an area of 27 acres with excellent infrastructure and teaching facilities. The Institute has continuous association, involvement and partnership with corporate sector. It aims to provide continuing executive education to future managers, business leaders and entrepreneurs. Rayat & Bahra Institute of Hotel Management, Chandigarh, Punjab The institute started with a futuristic outlook. The Institute aims to inculcate the innovative spirit amongst the students. There is an emphasis on holistic development, including character building, sports and other co-curricular activities that help students develop their skills. Assignment and projects are given to students in group for creative development and presentations on subjects given by students are encouraged. Teaching is done through interactive teaching methodology and Real Time
Training is offered to all students at the group s commercial outlets. Jagannath Institute of Management Science, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi The Institute has always been pro-active in adapting to the changing needs of the corporate sector. The Institute believes in holistic development of the students. The focus lies not only in imparting knowledge, attitudes and skills but also in grooming the students into smart, confident and competent youngsters ready to make their mark in the world beyond. The Institute tries to provide a rich and vibrant learning environment. In addition ongoing projects in the field of Hygiene and sanitation are taken up by the students in the food service outlets, railway catering and city farming (reuse of uncooked kitchen waste). Annual functions like the cake Fair and Food festival organized on different themes inculcate entrepreneurship skills amongst the students. BNG - Bengal Nalanda Group (A unit of Nalanda Group of Management Education), Kolkata, West Bengal BNG Bengal Nalanda group of Hotel Management institute was established in the year 2005. The Hotel Management Program, designed to provide high quality education in theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in various aspects of hospitality management for those who wish to pursue or further advance their careers in hospitality management. Lady Amritbai Daga College for Women of Arts, Commerce & Science & Smt. Ratnidevi Purohit College of Home Science & Home Science Technology, Department of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra The College runs a 4 year degree course in Hotel Management & Catering Technology as against the 3 years degree course run in other Institutes. The Institute provides lots of emphasis on research in the field of hospitality and tourism. The research papers are presented on a regular basis at various National & International seminars/conferences.