Career in Hotel Management

India Shining and so is the Hospitality sector (Hotels, Tourism, Retail & Events)
More than 1,0000 new Hotels, Lodges, Guest houses and Resorts are coming up in the next 2 years
More than 3 lakh professionals required to manage these upcoming hotels, etc.
Government developing & promoting Tourism both for domestic & inbound travellers
India gearing up for hosting mega events
The diversity of experience in Hotel Management is greater than any other profession. Hotel industry involves combination of various skills like:
- Hotel Management
- Food & Beverage Service
- Housekeeping & Facilities
- Front Office Operation & Customer Relationship
- Sales and Marketing
- Human Resource & Training
- Accounting.
Huge potential for young entrepreneurs to set up their own venture – budget hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, retail stores etc.

Career Path in Hospitality

Jobs directly related to your degree include:

Accommodation manager.
Catering manager.
Chef.
Conference centre manager.
Event manager.
Fast food restaurant manager.
Hotel manager.
Public house manager.

Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

Air cabin crew
Customer service manager
Human resources officer
Marketing executive
Retail manager
Tour manager
Tourism officer

Remember that many employers accept applications from graduates with any degree subject, so don't restrict your thinking to the jobs.

Take a few minutes to answer the Job Match quiz and find out what careers would suit you Skills for your CV A hospitality management degree provides you with an in-depth understanding of the structure and operation of the hospitality sector and related industries.

You develop skills and knowledge in people management, service delivery, leadership, finance and marketing, as well as identifying, understanding and responding to the needs of clients. You can also choose modules that further your career interests in, for example, conferences and events.

You also develop a range of other skills that are valued by employers.

Typical employers

Typical employers include:

Airlines
Bars and Pubs
Conference and Exhibition Centres
Events Venues
Hotel Chains
Restaurants and fast-food outlets.