Mumbai University approves degree course in Tourism & Hospitality Management

By On Oct 8, 2014 0

ETW Staff- Mumbai

In one of the first in the country, Mumbai University has approved a three year degree course (12+3) which shall be conducted by HR College of Commerce & economics, Mumbai. The unique degree course will be a Bachelor of Vocation (B.VOC) in Tourism & Hospitality Management. TAAI and HR college shall be working jointly in a academic joint collaboration for enhancing skills in the travel industry through a degree programme.

TAAI, Tourism Council Chairman Jay Bhatia, assisted the HR team in developing the curriculum which was subsequently approved by Mumbai University, making it more industry relevant. TAAI suggested that this course should be more trade / industry oriented so that it can generate trade skills and competence in the learners.

TAAI shall also assist the students of HR in sourcing internships and final placements through its over 2500 members pan India. Not only in agencies but in airlines, hotels, GDS companies, airports etc. Senior and experienced TAAI members shall also be regularly visiting HR college as guest lecturers. Student of this course shall be invited to roadshows and events, so that they get realistic view rather than only theoretical knowledge.

Students shall visit hotels, tourist attractions, offices of tour operators, airlines, and understand the day to day operations of the industry as a whole. Members shall source live project works to these students enhancing their skills in managements as well.

The MOU will be signed on October 9, 2014 during the orientation ceremony at HR college by Jay Bhatia, Tourism Council chairman who shall also be an advisory board member with HR college.

Dr. Indu Shahani – principal HR College and her team including Prof Ameya Ambulkar who is heading this course is very keen and looking forward to assistance from TAAI. Currently over 50 students have registered for this three year degree programme. Students completing one year will be awarded a diploma, two years- advanced diploma and three years- Bachelor’s Degree.