BHM Jobs: In India, Top Sectors, Top Recruiters, Scope, Average Salary

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BHM or Bachelor of Hotel Management is a 3-year undergraduate degree course that prepares students for a career in the hospitality and tourism industry. It opens up a lot of employment avenues both in the private and public sectors. Opportunities are plenty with immense potential for further growth and development in the hospitality industry and hotel management graduates make a significant impact on shaping the landscape of the field.

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BHM covers areas such as hotel operations, event management, tourism, and food and beverage management. After completing the course students are offered various job roles such as Hotel Managers, Catering Officers, Front-desk Officers, Chefs and Executive Housekeepers. Some of the top recruiters for BHM courses are Taj Hotels, The Oberoi Group, Emirates, Marriot International and Raddison with an average salary of INR 3 LPA to INR 6 LPA.

Table of Contents

BHM: Top Sectors
BHM: Jobs
BHM: Scope
BHM: FAQs

BHM Jobs: Top Sectors

There are plenty of options available for BHM graduates. Some of the employment sectors in the hospitality sector where the BHM graduates can apply are listed below.

Hotel Chains	Academic Institutions
Resorts	Airports and Airlines
Cruise Ships	Travel and Tourism Establishment
Lodging firms	NA

BHM Jobs

Some of the top job profiles that BHM graduates can pursue after completing the degree are as follows.

Job Profile	Description	Average Annual Salary (INR)
Chef	Prepare food for hotels or diners. They plan the dining menu, manage the kitchen, waiters and more.	5.50 L
Front Desk Officer	Oversees employee performance and makes decisions that are in line with the policies of the organisation.	3.60 L
Accounting Manager	Keep a look at the accounting transactions of the firm.	8.70 L
Executive Housekeeper	Perform the short and long-term planning and management of the hotel operations.	4.60 L
Catering Officer	Responsible for the everyday running of food services in the firm ensuring the quality of food and services.	9.10 L

What is the Scope of BHM Courses?

The hospitality industry offers a wide range of opportunities for BHM graduates. Some of the potential career paths are as follows.

Graduates can work in the hospitality management industry as they have the knowledge and skills to manage hospitality management.
With skills to manage everyday activities, candidates can work in front office management, food and beverage services and event management.
They can find opportunities in the tourism industry as the course covers elements of tourism management.
Graduates also have the opportunity to pursue higher degree courses like MHM and MBA for better career scope.

BHM: FAQs

Ques. What are career opportunities after a BHM course?

Ans. There are various opportunities for BHM course graduates. They can work as hotel/restaurant managers, catering officers, front desk officers, executive housekeepers and more.

Ques. Are there internship opportunities in the BHM course?

Ans. Yes, candidates are required to undergo an internship during the BHM course. Internships allow them to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world scenarios.

Ques. Are there specific areas in the BHM course in which students can specialise?

Ans. Yes, BHM graduates can specialise in areas like event management, food and beverage management, hotel operations, tourism and more.

Ques. What are the key skills that students learn in a BHM course?

Ans. Customer service orientation, communication skills, problem-solving skills and leadership are some of the key skills that students learn in a BHM course.

Ques. Name top sectors that employ BHM graduates.

Ans. Hotel chains, tourism industries, cruise ships, lodging firms and academic institutes are some of the top sectors that employ BHM graduates.