Pimpri Chinchwad University [PCU], Pune

B.Sc. in Hospitality and Tourism

The B.Sc. in Hospitality and Tourism is an undergraduate program designed to prepare students for careers in the hospitality, travel, and tourism industries. The program focuses on hotel operations, tourism management, customer service, travel planning, and business skills required for the global hospitality sector. It combines classroom learning with practical training and industry exposure.

Duration & Mode

• Duration: 3 Years

• Mode: Full-time

• Structure: 6 Semesters

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board

• Open to students from Arts, Science, and Commerce streams

• Minimum 45–50% marks (relaxation as per government or university norms)

• Admission based on merit or university-level selection process

Curriculum Structure

• Introduction to Hospitality Industry

• Basics of Tourism

• Food Production – I

• Food and Beverage Service – I

• Front Office Operations

• Communication Skills

• Environmental Studies

• Practical Training

Year 2

• Food Production – II

• Food and Beverage Service – II

• Housekeeping Operations

• Travel Agency and Tour Operations

• Hospitality Accounting

• Human Resource Management

• Computer Applications in Hospitality

• Industrial Training

Year 3

• Hotel and Tourism Marketing

• Hospitality Law and Ethics

• Event Management

• Airline and Airport Management

• Sustainable and Eco-Tourism

• Entrepreneurship Development

• Project Work / Internship

Skills You Will Gain

• Hotel and resort operations knowledge

• Customer service and guest relations

• Food and beverage management

• Travel planning and tour operations

• Event and tourism management

• Communication and leadership skills

• Industry-oriented practical training

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers as:

• Hotel Operations Executive

• Front Office Manager

• Food and Beverage Manager

• Housekeeping Manager

• Travel Consultant

• Tour Operator

• Airline Customer Service Executive

• Event Manager

• Cruise Line Staff

• Hospitality Entrepreneur

Employment Areas

• Hotels and Resorts

• Travel and Tour Companies

• Airlines and Airports

• Event Management Firms

• Cruise Lines

• Tourism Boards

• Restaurants and Catering Services

Program Highlights

• Industry-oriented curriculum

• Practical training and internships

• Exposure to hotel, travel, and tourism operations

• Strong focus on customer service and management skills

• Opportunities for national and international careers