Govt PG College, Una

Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc.)

Govt. College Una is one of the 18 colleges in Himachal Pradesh to introduce the B.Voc. program in 2017. The program offers skill-based education in two streams: Retail Management and Hospitality & Tourism, designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry demands. The curriculum integrates theoretical education with hands-on training, industrial visits, and collaborations with leading industry partners.

B. Voc. Courses Offered

1. B.Voc. in Retail Management

   • Overview:
     Retail Management focuses on the business of selling products and services to consumers. The course is designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the retail sector.
   • Career Opportunities:
     Graduates can pursue roles such as:
     • Customer Sales Associate
     • Team Leader
     • Departmental Manager
     • Floor Manager
     • Store Manager
     • Retail Operations Manager
     • Retail Buyers and Merchandisers
     • Visual Merchandisers
     • Logistic Managers
     • Warehouse Managers
   • Curriculum Design:
     The syllabus aligns with the Retailers’ Association Skill Council of India (RASCI) guidelines, developed in collaboration with HPKVN and Orion Edutech Ltd.

2. B.Voc. in Hospitality and Tourism

   • Overview:
     This program equips students with skills in Tourism, Travel, and Hospitality Management, enabling them to pursue careers in the booming tourism and hospitality industry.
   • Features:
     • Three-year degree program with multiple exit options (Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Degree).
     • Focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
   • Career Prospects:
     Graduates can work in hotels, travel agencies, tour operators, event management companies, airlines, and more.

Teaching Methodology

• Medium of Instruction: English.
• Approach: A mix of lectures, tutorials, seminars, educational tours, assignments, workshops, and industrial training.
• Faculty:
  • Regular faculty from the university.
  • Guest faculty from reputed organizations.
  • Contractual faculty for practical training.
  • Industry experts for specialized lectures and seminars.

The B.Voc. program at Govt. College Una aims to produce skilled professionals who can excel in their respective industries through a blend of academic learning and practical exposure.