BBA in Hospitality & Global Tourism
Industry Skilling powered by Emversity
| Degree Awarded By | Arka Jain University, Jamshedpur |
| Degree Title | BBA in Hospitality & Global Tourism |
| Duration | 4 Years (8 Semesters) – Full-Time |
| Campus | Arka Jain University Campus, Gamharia, Seraikela-Kharsawan, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand |
| Eligibility | 12th Pass (10+2) in Any Stream |
| Program Fee | ₹7.2 Lakhs (Total Program Fee) |
| Intake | July / August (as per university academic calendar) |
| Complimentary Laptop | Awarded to students who successfully complete the Head Start Programme |
| Industry Skilling Partner | Emversity (Beyond Odds Technologies Pvt. Ltd.) |
The BBA in Hospitality & Global Tourism is a three-year undergraduate program designed to develop management professionals for India’s rapidly growing hospitality and tourism industry. The program covers hotel operations, food & beverage management, front office management, housekeeping, tourism planning, event management, and hospitality marketing.
This program at Arka Jain University is delivered through a unique partnership model: Arka Jain University provides the academic framework, degree conferral, examinations, and campus infrastructure, while Emversity delivers the industry-skilling component — including industry-immersive training, employer-co-designed modules, structured industrial internships, and placement assistance.
Graduates are equipped for management trainee roles in hotels, resorts, airlines, cruise lines, event management companies, travel agencies, and tourism boards.
Note: Admissions are conducted solely by Arka Jain University. All fees are payable directly to the university.
The curriculum integrates core management principles with specialised hospitality and tourism modules, industry exposure, and practical skill components delivered by Emversity.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Principles of Management | Front Office Operations & Management |
| Introduction to Hospitality Industry | Food & Beverage Service Management |
| Food Production & Culinary Fundamentals | Housekeeping Operations & Management |
| Business Communication & Professional Writing | Financial Accounting (Basics) |
| Computer Applications in Hospitality | Organisational Behaviour |
| Environmental Studies & Sustainable Tourism | Tourism Geography & Travel Management |
| Industry Visit & Observation Project | Industry Project – I |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|
| Hotel Operations Management | Revenue Management & Hospitality Finance |
| Hospitality Marketing & Sales | Global Tourism Management & Trends |
| Human Resource Management in Hospitality | Accommodation Management (Advanced) |
| Food Safety, Hygiene & HACCP | Hospitality Technology & PMS Systems |
| Event Planning & Management | Entrepreneurship in Hospitality |
| Hospitality Law & Ethics | Customer Relationship & Service Excellence |
| Industrial Training – I (Hotel-Based) | Industrial Training – II (Hotel/Resort-Based) |
| Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
|---|---|
| Hospitality Sales | Hospitality Asset Management |
| Financial Management in Hospitality | Corporate Social Responsibility |
| Resort & Club Management | Universal Human Values |
| Culinary Innovation & Sustainability | Hospitality Strategy Management |
| Introduction to Contemporary Social Problems | Minor Project |
| Industry Readiness Program |
| Semester 7 | Semester 8 |
|---|---|
| Practical Internship (On-the-Job Training) | Practical Internship (On-the-Job Training) |
| Departmental Rotational Training | Advanced Industry Exposure |
| Real-time Hospitality Operations | Interdisciplinary Industry Practice |
| Performance Evaluation & Logbook | Research Project / Dissertation |
| Industry Mentorship | Final Assessment & Viva |
Note: The curriculum is subject to periodic revision by Arka Jain University in alignment with UGC guidelines and evolving industry requirements.
In addition to Arka Jain University’s academic instruction, students enrolled in this program benefit from Emversity’s industry-skilling infrastructure — designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and workplace readiness.
Before classes begin, students enrol in a zero-cost online Head Start Programme that introduces foundational concepts, basic terminology, and essential skills relevant to their chosen field. Students who successfully complete the Head Start Programme may also be eligible for additional scholarships from the university.
Students who successfully complete the Head Start Programme receive a complimentary laptop to support their learning throughout the program.
Students gain exposure to real hospitality operations through structured industrial training at partner hotels, case studies, and simulation-based management exercises.
Emversity works with leading hotels and hospitality chains to design management modules that address real operational challenges faced by the industry.
Regular sessions with hotel general managers, hospitality entrepreneurs, and industry leaders bring real-world perspectives into the classroom.
Emversity facilitates internship placements across its network, providing students with supervised hospitality experience. Internship allocation is facilitated by Emversity; final placement and stipend terms are determined by the host organisation.
Emversity provides dedicated placement support including resume building, interview preparation, and employer introductions. Placement assistance does not constitute a guarantee of employment; final hiring decisions rest with employers.
Hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruise lines, airlines, event management companies, travel agencies, tourism boards, and hospitality technology firms.
Taj Hotels (IHCL), ITC Hotels, Marriott, Hyatt, Accor, Lemon Tree Hotels, OYO, MakeMyTrip, Thomas Cook, Club Mahindra, and other leading hospitality organisations.
Note: Employers listed are illustrative only and do not imply guaranteed placement.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Program Fee | ₹7.2 Lakhs (payable to Arka Jain University) |
| Fee Payment | As per Arka Jain University’s annual/semester fee schedule |
| Scholarships | Merit-based and category-based scholarships as per University norms |
| Education Loans | Eligible for education loans from leading banks and NBFCs |
All fees are payable directly to Arka Jain University as per the university’s prescribed fee structure. For detailed year-wise fee breakup, scholarship eligibility, and refund policy, please contact the Arka Jain University admissions office.
Q: What is the university’s role and what is Emversity’s role?
A: Arka Jain University manages all academic matters — admissions, examinations, marksheets, transcripts, and degree conferral. All fees are payable directly to the university. Emversity is the industry-skilling partner and delivers industry-co-designed modules, internship facilitation, and placement assistance. Emversity does not collect fees, conduct exams, or award degrees.
Q: Is placement or internship stipend guaranteed?
A: Emversity provides placement assistance and facilitates structured internships. However, placement is not guaranteed and stipend amounts vary by employer. Final hiring and stipend decisions rest with the host organisation.
Q: Is this a recognised full-time program?
A: Yes, this is a full-time, on-campus program at Arka Jain University. The degree is awarded by Arka Jain University, a UGC-recognised private university with NAAC ‘A’ accreditation.
Q: How do I apply?
A: Applications are submitted through Arka Jain University’s official admissions portal. For eligibility verification, fee details, and application deadlines, contact the university admissions office directly.
Q: What is the Head Start Programme?
A: The Head Start Programme is a zero-cost, online bridge course offered before classes begin. It covers foundational concepts and essential skills for your chosen field. Participation is voluntary, non-credit-bearing, and does not affect admission status or academic standing.
Emversity (Beyond Odds Technologies Pvt. Ltd. | www.emversity.com) is India’s largest industry-skilling and technology partner to UGC-recognised universities.
Emversity operates across 40+ higher education campuses and has trained more than 4,500 students in healthcare, hospitality, and allied sectors.
This program is offered by Arka Jain University. All academic matters — admissions, fee collection, examinations, marksheets, transcripts, and degree conferral — are exclusively between Arka Jain University and the student. Emversity is solely the industry-skilling partner and has no role in admissions, examinations, or degree award.
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