Bachelor in Hospitality and Tourism Management (BHTM)

Lumbini Buddhist University
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Updated December 20, 2025

University

Lumbini Buddhist University

Duration

years

Fee

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Colleges

1+

Summary

Four-year undergraduate program focused on hospitality, tourism, and event management with strong industry orientation and practical exposure.

Description
Bachelor in Hospitality and Tourism Management (BHTM) is an industry-aligned program developed by Lumbini Buddhist University in partnership with Kathmandu University. The program builds managerial, operational, and leadership competence required in hospitality and tourism sectors. It integrates business management, tourism operations, sustainability, intercultural understanding, Buddhist ethics, and extensive internships. Graduates are trained for professional, ethical, and strategic roles in a global service industry.

 

Description

Curricular Structure

SemesterKey Courses
1Introduction to Buddhism; English Communication I; Computer Fundamentals; Principles of Management; Tourism & Hospitality Fundamentals; Accommodation Management; Soft Skills
2English Communication II; Hospitality Software; Accounting; Tourism Geography; Destination Development; Food Production; Operational Soft Skills
3Hospitality Communication; International Language I (Chinese); Digital Marketing; Financial Management; Sustainability; Food & Beverage Skills
4Northern Buddhism; International Language II (Chinese); Micro-economics; HRM; Tourism & International Development; Ethnic Food Culture
5Buddhist Ethics & Stress Management; Macro-economics; Business & Hospitality Law; Travel & Tour Operations; MICE; Nepalese Food Culture
6Research Methods; Strategy & Business Planning; Tour Guiding Skills; Transport Operations; Operations Management
7Internship; Seminar Paper
8Internship; Internship Report

Features

Features

  • Jointly designed with Kathmandu University.
  • Strong focus on practical skills and internships.
  • Integrated hospitality, tourism, business, and management curriculum.
  • Emphasis on professionalism, ethics, and sustainability.
  • International language training (Chinese).
  • Industry exposure through projects, seminars, and guest lectures.
  • Two mandatory internships totaling 12 credits.

 

Admission Process

Eligibility

  • 10+2 or equivalent recognized by Lumbini Buddhist University.
  • Minimum 40% marks or GPA 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Second division or ‘C’ grade in Grade 11 and 12 (theory and practical average).

Admission Process

  • Obtain and submit the prescribed application form.
  • Submit academic certificates and transcripts of Grade 11 and 12.
  • Pay the required application and admission fees.
  • Admission based on eligibility verification and institutional merit criteria.

 

Job Prospects

Job Prospects

  • Hotel and resort management
  • Travel agencies and tour operations
  • Airlines, airports, and transport services
  • Event and MICE management
  • Restaurant and food service management
  • Tourism marketing and digital promotion
  • Tour guiding and escorting
  • Entrepreneurship in hospitality and tourism
  • Government and tourism boards
  • International hospitality organizations

 

Colleges Offering This Course

Tulsipur Metro College