IHM Bangalore - Institute of Hotel Management, Catering & Nutrition

IHM Bangalore, located at Bengaluru was established in 1969. It is an autonomous college  which has consistently been making a mark in the education field in India. The institution is recognized by the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT) and Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). At present, IHM, Bengaluru College offers undergraduate, post graduate, research / PhD, Diploma and Certificate programs. Admissions are offered on the basis of merit or an entrance examination or both. 

About IHM, Bengaluru 

COURSES AND ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

B.Sc. in Hospitality & Hotel Administration

3 year(s) course (Six Semesters)

No. of intake: 285

About the Course

The Bachelor of Science program in Hospitality and Hotel Administration is offered jointly by the National Council for Hotel Management and the Indira Gandhi National Open University. This Three-Year (Six Semester) full time regular course trains students on all the required skills, knowledge and attitude to efficiently discharge supervisory responsibilities in the Hospitality sector. The program also caters to in-depth laboratory work in the operational areas of Food Production, Food & Beverage Service, Front Office Operation and House Keeping. The course also provides managerial inputs in Hotel Accountancy, Food Safety & Quality, Human Resource Management, Facility Planning, Financial Management, Strategic Management, Tourism Marketing and Tourism Management.

Eligibility for Admission

A pass in 10+2 system of Senior Secondary examination or its equivalent with English as one of the subjects. Candidate must have passed English as a subject of study (core/elective / functional) in the qualifying examination. 

Those appearing in 10+2 or equivalent examination can also appear in Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) on provisional basis. Provisional admission will stand cancelled if proof of having passed the qualifying examination (10+2 or its equivalent) is not submitted at the time of counselling or at the time of admission.

M.Sc. in Hospitality Admisnistration

2 year(s) Course (Four Semesters)

No. of intake: 33

About the Course

The program provides specific focus on the services sector unlike most of the MBA programs which focus on merchandise and manufacturing businesses. These specialized components along with team project and mentorship programs are conducted under the guidance of industry specialists. This not only broadens the learning spectrum of the students but also positions the students to be accepted in the hospitality and service industry readily.

The Program is a judicious blend of intensive classroom contact, self learning, industry mentorship and counseling sessions. With the built-in industry mentorship the scholars learns current industry trends which offers scope for building case studies and writing dissertation in the selected areas of specialization. The guide's relevant industry experience along with one-to-one interaction immensely adds up to the scholar’s professional growth and networking opportunities.

The M.Sc. program has a built in specialization in Semester III wherein students have the option to take up either Human Resource Management or Sales & Marketing.

Eligibility for Admission

The M.Sc. Program is offered by NCHMCT and IGNOU jointly. 3 year diploma and 3/ 4 year graduate students in hotel management can peruse advanced post graduate course in Hospitality Administration.

DIPLOMA COURSES

1. Diploma in Food Production

1 1/2 year(s) course (Three Semesters)

No. of intake: 40 

2.Diploma in Bakery & Confectionery

11/2 year(s) course (Three Semesters)

No. of intake: 40

About the Course

As per surveys conducted to assess requirement of trained manpower for the hospitality sector, it has been established there is greater demand for skilled manpower rather than for managers. All the hospitality organisations be it a hotel, restaurant, fast food outlet, resort, railways, airlines, cruise liners and other allied industries, all require trained personnel to man their operations. The National Council for Hotel Management offers five different trade diplomas to cater to the needs of such establishments which are popular with the student community as this course guarantees jobs in the hospitality industry immediately after completion of the degree.

Eligibility for Admission

It is open to 12th pass students of +2 system who must have studied English language as one of the subjects. The Course duration is 36 weeks and duration of  Industrial Training is  24 weeks. Theory and practicals examinations are conducted in mid-term.

Institute invites applications through advertisement in leading newspapers during the month of June every year.

Each diploma program helps students get specialization in a specific area. Institutes also provide hands-on training to students in the kitchens and laboratory of the institute.

 Craftsmanship Certificate Courses

1. Craftsmanship Certificate Course in Food Production & Patisserie

1 1/2 year(s) course (Three Semesters)

No. of intake: 40 

2. Craftsmanship Certificate Course in Food & Beverage Service

1.5 year(s) course (Three Semesters)

No. of intake: 40 

About the Course

This courses has a greater demand for skilled manpower rather than for managers. All the hospitality organizations namely, hotels, restaurants, fast food outlets, resorts, railways, airlines, cruise liners etc all require trained personnel for their operations. The National Council for Hotel Management offers this short 1½ year craft certificate program in the specialised trade of Food Production to train students on basic skills required in the kitchens.  After completion of the training, successful students are guarantees jobs in the hospitality industry. .

• The course is divided in to two semesters of seventeen weeks.  Twenty weeks of Industrial Training is mandatory. Classes are conducted at the institute involving theory and practicals. The subjects covered are Cookery and Larder, Bakery and Patisserie, Hygie, Equipment Maintenance as well as Costing.

Eligibility for Admission

• 10th pass students with English as a compulsory subject.
• Admissions are granted based on merit and basic scrutiny