INTRODUCTION
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDUGU), established in 1957 under the Uttar Pradesh State Universities Act, has, throughout its long and eventful journey, consistently strived to uphold its motto: "आ नो भद्राः क्रतवो यन्तु विश्वतः"(“Let noble thoughts come to me from all directions”). This guiding principle is reflected in the University’s inclusive academic culture that embraces diverse ideas, communities, and beliefs. Named in honor of the distinguished political thinker Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya, the University is situated in the holy city of Gorakhpur. It carries forward the spiritual and philosophical heritage of luminaries such as Buddha, Kabir, and Guru Gorakhnath. Spanning 191.21 acres, the University encompasses six faculties and 29 departments, each contributing meaningfully to higher education, research, and professional training. Gorakhpur, revered as the “Cradle of Buddhism,” is of significant cultural importance. With its deep-rooted heritage, vibrant atmosphere, historic landmarks, and religious sites, the city serves as a major attraction for both domestic and international tourists. In response to the growing demand for professionally trained personnel in the hospitality and tourism sectors—and recognizing the potential of these industries to offer abundant opportunities in entrepreneurship, services, research, and academia—DDU Gorakhpur University established the Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) program in the academic year 2021–22. This program, launched under the Faculty of Commerce, is the first of its kind in the Purvanchal region of Uttar Pradesh and is offered as a four-year full-time degree with the most affordable fee structure in the state. As one of the pioneering institutes in the region to offer a professional degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology, the program focuses on human resource development for the hospitality industry, offering comprehensive education in key domains of the sector. It is dedicated to fostering professional competence alongside personal growth, with emphasis on discipline, dedication, and industry-oriented skills. The BHMCT program is thriving under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Poonam Tandon and the deanship of Prof. Shrivardhan Pathak, Dean of the Faculty of Commerce. The growth of the Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (IHMCT) has also been guided by a succession of dedicated coordinators:
1. Prof. Rajesh Kumar Singh – June 2021 to 18 May 2022
2. Dr. Ruchika Singh – 19 May 2022 to 15 March 2023
3. Dr. Deependra Mohan Singh (In-charge) – 16 March 2023 to 15 May 2023
4. Dr. Ashok Kumar – 16 May 2023 to 17 March 2024
5. Dr. Anshu Gupta– 18 March 2024 to Present
Currently, Dr. Anshu Gupta of the Department of Commerce serves as the Coordinator. Under his leadership, the program has made notable strides in research engagement, industry collaboration, and effective training and placement initiatives. Under his coordinatorship the primary objective of the BHMCT program is to deliver high-quality education and professional training in the hospitality sector. Students are equipped with both academic knowledge and practical skills, preparing them for dynamic careers in hotels, restaurants, and allied service industries. The curriculum also places a strong emphasis on personal development, including fostering a professional attitude, discipline, and commitment to excellence.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
• Executives and Managers positions in 5-Star Deluxe Hotels.
• Junior Commissioned Officer (Catering JCO) in Indian Armed Forces.
• Hospital and Institutional catering Managers.
• Guest Relation Executives in Multinational Companies.
• Cabin Crew in National and International Aviation Sector.
• Managers in ISRO, ITDC, DRDO.
• Event Executive and Event Managers in MNCs handling MICE Sectors.
• Retail and Social catering.
• Catering Supervisors in Government Institutions, such as, Jawahar Navodaya Vidayalaya, Ministry of Education
• Self-employment through entrepreneurship and start-ups.
VISION:
To materialize the vision envisaged in the NEP 2020 for vocational education and its integration with general higher learning, to be an institution of academic excellence, managerial expertise, nurture talent and creativity which would influence the young minds towards the Hospitality Industry to cater the global hospitality sector.
MISSION:
To train students to develop and acquire professional abilities, attitudes and technical skills as per the requirements of the Hospitality sector.
To inculcate core values in students to ensure transformation into skillful human resources for the hospitality industry.
To provide National & International platforms for student’s career by enriching them with wide exposure of the hospitality industry.
To encourage the students towards entrepreneurship post their industrial experience in the hospitality industry.
To impart quality training and education in the hospitality sector.
To develop managerial skills and expertise in their concerned departments.
To enhance their basic knowledge and build their overall personality to meet the industrial demand in service sector.
To encourage research and innovation in hospitality and gastronomical world.
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Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDUGU), established in 1957 under the Uttar Pradesh State Universities Act, has, throughout its long and eventful journey, consistently strived to uphold its motto: "आ नो भद्राः क्रतवो यन्तु विश्वतः"(“Let noble thoughts come to me from all directions”). This guiding principle is reflected in the University’s inclusive academic culture that embraces diverse ideas, communities, and beliefs. Named in honor of the distinguished political thinker Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya, the University is situated in the holy city of Gorakhpur. It carries forward the spiritual and philosophical heritage of luminaries such as Buddha, Kabir, and Guru Gorakhnath. Spanning 191.21 acres, the University encompasses six faculties and 29 departments, each contributing meaningfully to higher education, research, and professional training. Gorakhpur, revered as the “Cradle of Buddhism,” is of significant cultural importance. With its deep-rooted heritage, vibrant atmosphere, historic landmarks, and religious sites, the city serves as a major attraction for both domestic and international tourists. In response to the growing demand for professionally trained personnel in the hospitality and tourism sectors—and recognizing the potential of these industries to offer abundant opportunities in entrepreneurship, services, research, and academia—DDU Gorakhpur University established the Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) program in the academic year 2021–22. This program, launched under the Faculty of Commerce, is the first of its kind in the Purvanchal region of Uttar Pradesh and is offered as a four-year full-time degree with the most affordable fee structure in the state. As one of the pioneering institutes in the region to offer a professional degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology, the program focuses on human resource development for the hospitality industry, offering comprehensive education in key domains of the sector. It is dedicated to fostering professional competence alongside personal growth, with emphasis on discipline, dedication, and industry-oriented skills. The BHMCT program is thriving under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Poonam Tandon and the deanship of Prof. Shrivardhan Pathak, Dean of the Faculty of Commerce. The growth of the Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (IHMCT) has also been guided by a succession of dedicated coordinators:
1. Prof. Rajesh Kumar Singh – June 2021 to 18 May 2022
2. Dr. Ruchika Singh – 19 May 2022 to 15 March 2023
3. Dr. Deependra Mohan Singh (In-charge) – 16 March 2023 to 15 May 2023
4. Dr. Ashok Kumar – 16 May 2023 to 17 March 2024
5. Dr. Anshu Gupta– 18 March 2024 to Present
Currently, Dr. Anshu Gupta of the Department of Commerce serves as the Coordinator. Under his leadership, the program has made notable strides in research engagement, industry collaboration, and effective training and placement initiatives. Under his coordinatorship the primary objective of the BHMCT program is to deliver high-quality education and professional training in the hospitality sector. Students are equipped with both academic knowledge and practical skills, preparing them for dynamic careers in hotels, restaurants, and allied service industries. The curriculum also places a strong emphasis on personal development, including fostering a professional attitude, discipline, and commitment to excellence.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
• Executives and Managers positions in 5-Star Deluxe Hotels.
• Junior Commissioned Officer (Catering JCO) in Indian Armed Forces.
• Hospital and Institutional catering Managers.
• Guest Relation Executives in Multinational Companies.
• Cabin Crew in National and International Aviation Sector.
• Managers in ISRO, ITDC, DRDO.
• Event Executive and Event Managers in MNCs handling MICE Sectors.
• Retail and Social catering.
• Catering Supervisors in Government Institutions, such as, Jawahar Navodaya Vidayalaya, Ministry of Education
• Self-employment through entrepreneurship and start-ups.
VISION:
To materialize the vision envisaged in the NEP 2020 for vocational education and its integration with general higher learning, to be an institution of academic excellence, managerial expertise, nurture talent and creativity which would influence the young minds towards the Hospitality Industry to cater the global hospitality sector.
MISSION:
To train students to develop and acquire professional abilities, attitudes and technical skills as per the requirements of the Hospitality sector.
To inculcate core values in students to ensure transformation into skillful human resources for the hospitality industry.
To provide National & International platforms for student’s career by enriching them with wide exposure of the hospitality industry.
To encourage the students towards entrepreneurship post their industrial experience in the hospitality industry.
To impart quality training and education in the hospitality sector.
To develop managerial skills and expertise in their concerned departments.
To enhance their basic knowledge and build their overall personality to meet the industrial demand in service sector.
To encourage research and innovation in hospitality and gastronomical world.
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