Bachelor of Hotel Management-MWU(BHM)

4 Years
8 Semesters

About the Degree

The Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM) program at Mid-West University (MWU) is a comprehensive four-year undergraduate course designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career in the hospitality and tourism industry. Structured over eight semesters, the program integrates theoretical instruction with practical training, emphasizing areas such as hotel operations, food and beverage management, front office operations, housekeeping, hospitality marketing, and event management. A key component of the curriculum is a mandatory internship, providing students with real-world experience to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry practice.

As of now, Mid-West University offers the BHM program through its Mid-West University School of Management (MUSOM), located in Birendranagar, Surkhet. Additionally, the university has extended its affiliation to Global College International (GCI) in Mid-Baneshwor, Kathmandu, for the BHM program. Therefore, there are currently two colleges under MWU offering the BHM course.

Graduates of the BHM program from MWU are well-prepared to pursue diverse career opportunities in the hospitality sector, including roles in hotels, resorts, airlines, event management companies, and tourism departments, both within Nepal and internationally. The program aims to develop professionals who can contribute effectively to the growth and development of the hospitality and tourism industries.



Eligibility Criteria

  • For the grading system

    Should have successfully completed Grade 11 and 12 (or equivalent) in any academic stream from a recognized board with a minimum final grade of 'C' in all subjects. The applicant must have studied English as a compulsory subject at the 10+2 level.

  • For the percentage system

    Should have successfully passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized institution in any stream, securing at least 45% aggregate marks. English must have been studied as a compulsory subject at the 10+2 level.

Grading System

Mid-West University employs a comprehensive evaluation system for its BHM program, combining both internal and external assessments to ensure a holistic appraisal of student performance. Each course is evaluated with equal weightage: 50% from internal assessments and 50% from external examinations. Internal evaluations encompass assignments, presentations, case studies, term papers, tests, and seminars, conducted collaboratively by faculty members and college administration. External evaluations are standardized written examinations administered at the end of each semester. To be eligible for the semester-end examinations, students must fulfill the following criteria: Achieve a minimum of 80% attendance in all classes. Edusanjal Secure at least 50% marks in internal evaluations. Ensure completion of the previous semester's final examination before proceeding to the next.

Letter GradeGrading ScaleGrade Point
Distinction90% and above4.0
First Division70% to 89.9%3.0 – 3.9
Second Division60% to 69.9%2.0 – 2.9
Pass50% to 59.9%1.0 – 1.9
FailBelow 50%5: 0.0

Student performance is categorized based on the percentage achieved in the final evaluation. The university awards academic divisions accordingly: students who score 90% and above are placed in the Distinction category. Those obtaining between 70% and 89.9% fall under the First Division, while scores ranging from 60% to 69.9% are classified as Second Division. Students who achieve between 50% and 59.9% are considered to have passed. Any score below 50% results in a failing grade. This classification reflects the student's overall academic achievement during the course.

Course Structure

Semester I

Course CodeCourse TitleCourse Marks
BHM 311Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality100
BHM 312English Communication100
BHM 313Principles of Management100
BHM 314Food Production and Patisserie I100
BHM 315Food and Beverage Service I100
BHM 316Housekeeping Operation I100
Total600

Semester II

Course CodeCourse TitleCourse Marks
BHM 321Accounting for Financial Decision Making and Control100
BHM 322Tourism and Hospitality Information System100
BHM 323Tourism Economics100
BHM 324Food Production and Patisserie II100
BHM 325Food and Beverage Service II100
BHM 326Housekeeping Operation II100
Total600

Semester III

Course CodeCourse TitleCourse Marks
BHM 331Human Resource Management and Organizational Behaviour100
BHM 332Food Production and Patisserie III100
BHM 333Food and Beverage Service III100
BHM 334Front Office Operation I100
BHM 335Food Science and Nutrition100
Total500

Semester IV

Course CodeCourse TitleCourse Marks
BHM 341Tourism and Hospitality Law100
BHM 342Tourism and Hospitality Marketing100
BHM 343Food Production and Patisserie IV100
BHM 344Food and Beverage Service IV100
BHM 345Front Office Operation II100
Total500

Semester V

Course CodeCourse TitleCourse Marks
BHM 351Casino Management100
BHM 352Meeting and Conference Management100
BHM 353Catering Management100
BHM 354Fast Food Chain Management100
BHM 355Food and Beverage Control100
Total500

Semester VI

Course CodeCourse TitleCourse Marks
BHM 361Hospitality Facilities Management100
BHM 362Strategic Management for Hospitality100
BHM 363Statistics and Research Methodology100
BHM 364Entrepreneurship Development in Tourism and Hospitality100
BHM 365Environmental Management100
Total500

Semester VII

Course CodeCourse TitleCourse Marks
--Internship/ Organizational Evaluation100
Total100

Semester VIII

Course CodeCourse TitleCourse Marks
--Internship100
--Project Report100
Total200

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