B.Sc. Catering & Hotel Administration

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B.Sc. Catering & Hotel Administration

About the Department

The Department of Catering & Hotel Administration at IICTHM is a centre of excellence dedicated to producing competent, disciplined, and industry-ready hospitality professionals. The department is structured to deliver a balanced combination of theoretical knowledge, intensive practical training, and professional grooming, aligned with national and international hospitality standards.

With well-equipped training kitchens, model restaurants, front office and housekeeping laboratories, and experienced faculty drawn from both academic and industry backgrounds, the department ensures that students gain real-world exposure from the very beginning of the programme. Emphasis is placed on operational excellence, service quality, leadership development, and ethical professionalism.

About the Course

The B.Sc. Catering & Hotel Administration is a three-year undergraduate degree programme designed to prepare students for successful careers in the hospitality and tourism industry. The course provides in-depth knowledge of hotel operations, catering management, food production, food and beverage service, front office operations, housekeeping, and hospitality administration.

The programme is ideal for students who aspire to build careers in hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, event management companies, tourism organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures such as restaurants, bakeries, and catering services. The course also lays a strong foundation for higher studies and global hospitality opportunities.

About the Curriculum

The curriculum is industry-oriented and regularly updated to meet the evolving demands of the hospitality sector. It follows a structured progression from basic operational skills to advanced managerial concepts.

Key Curriculum Components:

  • Food Production & Culinary Arts Indian, Continental, and International cuisines, bakery and confectionery, kitchen management, food safety, and hygiene practices.
  • Food & Beverage Service Restaurant operations, service techniques, bar management, beverage studies, and customer service excellence.
  • Front Office Operations Reception management, reservations, guest relations, property management systems, and communication skills.
  • Housekeeping Operations Accommodation management, hygiene standards, laundry operations, and interior aesthetics.
  • Hospitality Management & Administration Hotel accounting, human resource management, marketing, hospitality law, and entrepreneurship.
  • Personality Development & Grooming Communication skills, professional etiquette, leadership development, and work ethics.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) from a recognized board.
  • Students from any stream (Arts / Science / Commerce) are eligible.
  • Basic proficiency in English is preferred, as the medium of instruction is English.
  • Admission is subject to institute norms and guidelines.


Career Opportunities

Graduates of the B.Sc. Catering & Hotel Administration programme have diverse career opportunities across the hospitality and service sectors.