Hospitality Career Scope, Eligibility and Job Prospects

Duration: 3 to 4 years, Eligibility: 10+2 with English as a subject. You must give the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) conducted by the National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), Job Profiles: Front office Executive, Guest Relations Manager. F&B Executive, Chef, Facilities Manager

This industry has moved beyond restaurants and hotels to serving the healthcare, wellness and corporate sector, too. Jobs are aplenty across areas such as front office, housekeeping and food and beverage services

Course overview: The programme comprises four main areas; Food production, Food and Beverage Service (F&B), Front office and accommodation management. You will be taught theory, and gain practical experience in each area. In your final year, you will need to specialize in one of them. Front office and F&B are popular options by students

Job opportunities: You can find a job in a hotel, restaurant, healthcare, corporate catering, cruise liner or food processing company. Catering services in defence, railways and educational institutions, is also another option. You can also become a food writer, food critic or set up your own business. Working in spas and resorts is another option available to you. As a fresh graduate, you will start by earning Rs 10,000/- to Rs 15,000/- a month. But, as you gain experience in the field, you can expect a fatter package in two years’ time