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1. What about the hospitality management programme? Also mention the

minimum eligibility conditions for applying.

Ans.

1. MBA- Hospitality Management- 2 years

Eligibility: Graduate from any discipline.

2. What is the course fee for the programme?

Ans. The fee for the program is about

1st -year Rs. 1,92,300

2nd -year Rs 1,65,000. including Laptop, Books, & International Tour

3. Is financial assistance available to students?

Ans. Yes. Indian students (landed immigrants) may apply for educational loan.

4. Do I have to complete the programme within a fixed time limit?

Ans. Students are expected to make a commitment to the program of study and
complete it within the given time frame. As all the programs are professional, 100 %
attendance is required. Students can only be granted time off for legitimate reasons
such as medical and family emergencies.

5. Can you tell me more about the academic material/ input?

Ans. uses the industry-endorsed curriculum as per international norms approved by

IGNOU supported by latest publications and research. In addition students are also
required to complete various professional workshops, assignments, projects and
industrial exposure. Students are introduced to various operational standards of
different hotel brands. Throughout the programme students are guided by industry
specialists and professionals as their instructors and mentors.

6. What is my instructors' qualification?

Ans. It is always F-IHM's priority to select the most competent faculty/instructors to

teach courses in the programmes offered. Our faculty /instructors have years of
practical experiences at managerial levels in the hospitality industry. The high
qualifications in their area of specialty allow our instructors to provide the student with
more practical knowledge that is out side the textbooks. Also importantly, our
instructors are enthusiastic and have a strong sense of responsibility to hospitality
education; hence we can reassure you that your time in the program is gainfully
utilized.

7.How does your programme compare to the many other hotel / hospitality
management courses?

Ans. All the specialized programmes at F-IHM are considered intense hands-on
programs where work training is integrated with academic studies. These are the only
programmes of its kind where students are guaranteed the opportunity to gain
perspective into all departments of a full-size hotel within a relatively short time-frame.
The programmes also focus on culture and luxury studies and specialized co-op
learning experience.

8 .Where are the classes held?

Ans. The classes are held at F-IHM Campus, located in Knowledge Park III, Greater
Noida, very near to the capital city of New Delhi and also at other hospitality facilities
such as selected hotels for industry exposure.

9. Why should I choose F-IHM for a degree in Hospitality Management?

Ans.: The courses being delivered at F-IHM are purely hospitality oriented and of
international standard. The Institute is founded by FHRAI a national association
comprising over 3,500 hospitality organizations as its members who provide help and
assistance in multifarious activities such as infrastructure, academic, industrial
exposure/training and placement. The student-to-faculty ratio in labs is about 12:1 and
in classrooms it is nearly 24:1. Students have extensive opportunities for hands-on
experience through internships and lab work. The equipment and facilities at F-IHM are
all state-of-the-art.

10. What is the job outlook for graduates of the Hospitality Management
Programme?

Ans. According to a research study and official statistical data, positions for first line
supervisors/managers are estimated to grow by 20 % nationwide.

11. What type of salary can I expect with a degree in Hospitality Management?

Ans. In 2008, the national average salary for first line supervisors / managers was Rs.
25,700 plus fringe benefits.
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12.Will the college help me locate a job?

Ans. The Counseling and Career Services Office of F-IHM offers a wide variety of
career assistance to students. Services include career expos, resume and interview
preparation, and on-campus interviews. Students are encouraged to take advantage of
the center’s electronic recruiting system - a secure online system that connects students
with prospective employers.

13. What is an industrial exposure/internship and where do students complete

their internships?

Ans. Internships are practical work experiences where students apply their hospitality
service and supervisory skills in restaurants, clubs, hotels, and resorts. In most cases,
internships are paid work experiences.

14. Where do the students gain their work experience at the hotel?

Ans. Students gain direct work experience at various departments in a hotel such as:

Front Office
Human Resources
Administration
Housekeeping
Guest Services
Food & Beverage
Sales & Marketing
Information Systems
Accounting & Finance
Convention Management
Maintenance & Engineering.

15. I'm not sure what types of hotel jobs are out there, can you please give me
some advice? is this question necessary? if yes, plz modify

Ans. We have compiled a comprehensive list of hotel positions classified and based on
the following departments:

• Accounting and Financial Management

• Rooms Division/Facilities
• Food and Beverage
• Human Resources
• Sales and Marketing
• Information Technology
• Leadership
• Activities

Try to pick an area that interests you and build a career in that field. The opportunities
are endless.
Since the students will be studying and working at the hotels during the entire length of
the internship, they will get to know the hotel staff and will have the opportunity to find
out directly from staff members what life is like working in the hospitality field. In fact,
some of the hotel staff may be guest lecturers for some of the courses.

16. What types of jobs do Hospitality Management graduates get? Check this also

Ans. In recent years, graduates from the Hospitality Management program have
reported that they have held the following job titles:
Management Trainees
Assistant food and beverage manager
Chef
Line cook
Kitchen Management Trainees
Food & Beverage Management Trainees
Accommodation Management Trainees
Front Office Management Trainees
Operational Management Trainees
Dining room manager
Line chef
Floor manager
Restaurant manager
Front desk/guest services representative
Housekeeper
Management Trainees
Operational Management Trainees

17.How is the practical/ Lab work experience arranged? Do students need to make
the arrangements?

Ans. The practical / Lab component during internship is arranged by the college with
the affiliated hotels and other hospitality facilities. F-IHM students may also contact/
write to hotels, arranging interviews, or waiting and hoping to be accepted into an
industrial exposure position in order to graduate.

One of the biggest challenges faced by students interested in a career in the hospitality
field is getting the necessary work experience required to secure desirable job
placements at reputable hotel establishments.

The programme offered by F-IHM includes in-depth, guaranteed work experience for a
complete hospitality education.
18.What are the options for industrial exposure destinations?

Ans. Students may approach any hotel /tourist centre in India or any country abroad to
get industrial exposure. The student is responsible for his/her own travel arrangements
from FIHM Campus to destination and back.

We also place students for short term training at different types of hotel properties,
including high end ranches, resorts. Through our strong industry connection, we have
the flexibility and resources to assist students in meeting their needs.

19.What type of living environment should I expect, if I live in the hostel?

Ans. Students have the option to live in the hostel in a regular room. In the hostel,
students have amenities that include wi-fi , community television with cable TV, phone
facility for local calls, bathrooms, and housekeeping services.

20. Is there a place for students to work out?

Ans. There is a Gym in the hostel that has weights and exercise machines. The campus
also has indoor and outdoor recreational facilities.

21. What Degree will I receive upon completion of the programs.

Ans. Upon successful completion of the program, the under-graduate students receive
their B.A. / B.Sc. Honours Degree and the post-graduate students receive MBA Degree
from IGNOU.

22.What resources/supports in finding a job can I expect after graduation?

Ans. There is a strong connection between F-IHM and its alumni. The Institute
provides the graduates with most current information on employment opportunities or
internship placements obtained from employers and recruiting agencies in India and
abroad. The F-IHM will always help you in making connections with your local
hospitality organizations, updating your resume, and will provide you with official
transcripts or reference letters whenever you need. Just let us know and we will do our
best to support you in your career development.
Graduates may also receive reference letters from the General Managers or Department
Heads of the hotels where they have worked during the program, acknowledging the
students' work experience and contribution.

23.What are my options if I prefer not to work but to further my studies after I
finish at
F-IHM?

Ans. We had direct transfer agreements with EHL in Switzerland. The college strives to
establish articulation agreements with reputable universities that are offering notable
hospitality management programs.

It is worth mentioning that our partner Institute in Switzerland and Indira Gandhi
National Open University are ranked in the Top Ten International Hospitality
Management training centers.

Graduates are guaranteed admission into a specific year of study at Universities located
abroad, usually after completion of the degree program.

Regarding the acceptability of our programme aboard, the EHL, Switzerland materials
that we use as the foundation of our academic programme are recognized and used by
many international universities. This means that students may be able to transfer credits
earned from the IGNOU courses to a degree programme at accredited colleges and
universities abroad on an individual basis.

24.What is the advantage of MBA Hospitality Management Program?

Ans. At F-IHM, practical experience and classroom studies are integrated together,
providing a complete and balanced learning experience. We are the only Hospitality
Management College in India where students live, work and study at hotel and resort
properties. The combined work experience and industry recognized academic learning
result in a very high job placement rate which our graduates enjoy.

25.Can you give me some examples of properties where graduates are hired after
successfully completing the programme?

Taj Group of Hotels

Oberoi Group of Hotels
ITC Welcom Group of Hotels
ITDC Group of Hotels
Jaypee Group of Hotels
Leela Kempinski Group of Hotels
Hyatt Group of Hotels
Pride Group of Hotels
Imperial Hotel
Intercontinental Hotels (Lalit Group of Hotels)
Le Meridien Hotel
Park Group of Hotels,
Marriot Group Hotels
Shangri-la-Hotel Group
Radisson Group
And more.
26. Is the Hospitality Management Programme recognized internationally?

Ans. The Hospitality Management Programme is accredited by the FHRAI, an

internationally recognized professional body. Accreditation is a rigorous process that is
intended to ensure that the programme's faculty, facilities, equipment, and curriculum
meet the quality standards set by education and industry leaders.

27.Why should I get a degree?

Ans. The restaurant and food service industry is very competitive and customer
expectations are very high. Every day, chefs, managers, and supervisors use
communication, math, and critical thinking skills to do their jobs successfully. Given
the complex and ever-changing society in which we live, students with degree have the
knowledge and skills necessary to meet the demands of today’s customers and guests.
With a degree, students can begin as an entry-level supervisor and then progress within
most organizations.

28.What kind of tools are required for the Hospitality Management Programme?

Ans. Professionalism is stressed throughout the Hospitality Management Programme;

therefore, students are required to wear uniforms while in the campus as well as in labs
as prescribed by the Institute. Additionally, students will need a knife kit for food
preparation labs.