Objectives

The BTTM program has been designed to prepare the students to enter the tourism industry. The program envisions meeting the following objectives:

• Gain knowledge and understanding of tourism industry and its sectorial operations both theoretically and practically
• Develop initiative, personal flexibility, cooperation and confidence within the dynamic work environment
• Develop the ability to critically reflect on tourism and its significance in the local and global context
• Learn decision-making and problem-solving skills in a range of tourism contexts;
• Develop an appreciation of economic, social and environmental issues as they impact on sustainable tourism and potential opportunities
• Learn a high standard of attitude and ethical behavior
• Develop an appreciation of the need for effective communication, interpersonal skills and teamwork within the work environment
• Prepare for further studies in travel and tourism management

Course Structure

The BTTM program recognizes the knowledge and skills required for various jobs in the tourism industry. The program course structure is classified into four main components: the compulsory courses; the core courses; industrial attachment and placement; and project work; and the elective courses.

• The Compulsory Courses are designed to provide the students with sound background for English, Principles of Management, Computer and Information Technology, Financial Accounting, Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management, Cost and Management Accountancy, Business Finance, Nepalese Society and Politics, Entrepreneurship, Statistics, Strategic Management, and Research Methodology and Project Report.
• The Core Courses are focused on the functional areas of tourism operations and management. It includes courses of Fundamentals of Travel and Tourism, Values and Spirituality in Tourism, Hospitality Operations and Management, Tourism in Nepal, Travel Service Operations and Management, Airlines Ticketing and Fare Construction, Adventure Tourism, Tourism Marketing, Language: French/Chinese, Global Distribution System E-ticketing, Sustainable Tourism Management, Tour Guiding and Interpretation, Tourism Destination Development and Management, Electronic Tourism, Air Cargo Management, MICE Tourism, Tourism Economics, Eco-Tourism, Tourism Geography, Tourism Planning and Policies, Tourism Legislation, Cultural Tourism.
• Students are also required to study an Elective Course in one of the allied areas of tourism industry. The Elective course offered under the program includes Tourism and Aviation, Spiritual Tourism, Airlines Operations and Management and Travel Photography and Videography.
• Students are required to acquire actual work experience through industrial attachment and internship report in the eighth semester. The objective of the industrial attachment is to bridge the gap between theoretical input and real-life work experiences. In the eighth semester, students have to engage in industrial attachment. Finally, the students are required to prepare an internship report and defend through Viva-voce for graduation.

Curricular Structure:

The BTTM Program requires completing 126 credits. The curricular structure of the program comprises of the following four separate course components:

• Compulsory Courses

• Core Courses

• Industrial Attachment 

• Electives Courses (Any One of the following)

Other fees

• All applicable examination fees, to be determined by Tribhuvan University, must be paid before each semester examinations.
• Cost for tours & excursions, sport events, cultural function etc. shall be calculated and collected on a pro-rata basis from the students at the time of event.
• The cost of the designated uniform and journals shall be borne by the students
• In case of accidents and injuries inflicted upon the students, the academy will provide First Aid treatment as available at the academy
• The additional fee should be borne by students for the internship program inside or outside Nepal, if applicable.Occupy supervisory positions in the hotel and catering industry with adequate management skills and knowledge

Eligibility criteria

The candidates applying for admission to BTTM program must have:

• Successfully completed twelve-year schooling or its equivalent from any university, board or institution recognized by Tribhuvan University;
• Minimum D grade in each subject of Grade 11 and 12 with CGPA 1.80 or more / Minimum D+ grade in each subject of grade 11 and 12 with CGPA 1.80 or more who passed in 2078 or before 2078 / Secured at least second division in the 10+2, PCL or equivalent program;
• Complied with all the application procedures.

Admission Criteria

Written Test:

Applicants are required to appear in the entrance test commonly known as Central Management Admission Test (CMAT) conducted by the Faculty of Management. The test will follow the international testing pattern and standards. It includes the areas like:

• Verbal Ability
• Quantitative Ability
• Logical Reasoning
• General Awareness

There shall be altogether one hundred (100) objective questions in the CMAT containing twenty (25) questions in each section with a total weight of 100 marks. Student must secure a minimum of 40% in the CMAT in order to qualify for the interview.

Interview:

Only short-listed candidates from the written test will be interviewed and selected for admission. Candidates selected for admission will have to produce original certificates /testimonials for all examinations passed at the time of admission.

Examination, Evaluation and Grading System 

The BTTM program will be executed through the semester system. There will be altogether eight semesters required to complete the regular program. The internal (ongoing) evaluation and the external end-semester examination shall carry 40% and 60% weightage respectively for theory-based courses. The internal (ongoing) evaluation, the external end-semester examination and external practical examination shall carry 20%, 30% and 50% weightage respectively for practical-based courses.  The final grade of the student shall be determined on the overall performance in the internal and external examinations.

The internal (ongoing) evaluation shall be conducted by the Campus/College. The internal (ongoing) evaluation is conducted through continuous monitoring of the student’s periodic assessments and progress reports. Classroom assignments, home assignments, unit tests, mid-terminal tests, end-semester tests etc. are the tools to measure student knowledge, skill, and ability. Similarly, attendance, punctuality, discipline, grooming and overall behavior of the students are also used to assess the learners' achievement.

The external end-semester examination is conducted through written tests at the end of each semester and shall be conducted by the Faculty of Management, Tribhuvan University.

The 50% marks of external practical examination of different subjects will be conducted through the following:

Evaluation of the external practical examination shall be conducted jointly by the internal examiners (concerned subject faculty of college) and external examiners (appointed by FoM, TU). Students must secure a grade point of 3.0 with Letter grade 'B' in order to pass in the practical examination.

The evaluation of the Industrial Exposure program will be carried out by concerned University, College and Industry.  80% of the total evaluation shall be done by the industry and remaining 20% shall be jointly evaluated by the University and the College.

Passing Grade and grading system

The final evaluation of students is done through the examination conducted by Tribhuvan University. Students must secure a minimum of grade ‘B’ or Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 in the internal evaluation in order to qualify to appear in the semester examination. In order to pass the semester examination, the student must secure a minimum of grade ‘B” or the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.00. The grading system shall be as follows:

Failing in a Course:

In case of failure in one or more courses at the end-semester examinations, students can appear in a make-up/chance examination to be arranged in subsequent semester.

Admission procedure

The students aspiring to join BHM is screened through two stages of admission tests. In the first stage, the interested candidates should appear for the CMAT conducted by Tribhuvan University. To appear in this test, applicants should fill application form enclosing the following documents:

• Marksheet & Character certificate of SLC/SEE
• Transcript, Character Certificate and Migration Certificate of 10+2
• Two recent passport size photographs

The applicants securing more than 40% marks in CMAT are eligible to appear for the second stage of admission test. The second stage of admission test consists of Group Discussion & Personal Interview.On the basis of cumulative marks obtained by the students calculated on the basis of 30% from the score of 10+2, 50% from the CMAT and 20% marks from the Group Discussion and Personal Interview; a merit list is published and the qualified candidates can get admission in the BHM programs at NATHM.

Graduation Requirements

The BTTM Program extends over eight semesters (four academic years). The BTTM degree is awarded upon the successful completion of all the following requirements specified by the curriculum:

• Successful completion of 126 credit hours as prescribed by the course with minimum passing grade in all subject with GPA 3.
• Successful completion of Industrial Exposure with minimum of grade 'B'.
• Completion of courses for the fulfillment of BTTM Program must occur within seven years from the date of initial registration to the program.

Attendance Requirements

• Students are required to have a minimum of 80% attendance in Theory and Practical classes of each subject to qualify for end-semester examination.
• Students are also required to have a minimum 80% attendance during Industrial Exposure in Eighth semester.

Industrial Exposure and Internship Report

The students are required to complete their Industrial Exposure and Internship during the eighth semester for minimum of 20 weeks. The internship placement allows the students to access the future prospective employment opportunities through trainings and professional exposures at the global level partner industries located in Nepal and abroad.

During the industrial exposure, the students would be attached to acclaimed Travel agencies, Trekking agencies, Rafting agencies, Airlines, Hotels, National and International tourism-related associations, Government agencies, Adventure companies and other hospitality-based industries. The students should maintain a weekly logbook in the prescribed format of Tribhuvan University. The logbook has to be duly signed and stamped by the authority of the respective department of the attached industry. The students must prepare and submit an internship report upon the completion of industrial exposure and attend viva voce for the fulfillment of the BTTM degree.

Credit Transfers and Withdrawal

• The program allows students to transfer the credits earned by them in similar program of other universities recognized by Tribhuvan University.
• A student who has partially completed the BTTM program and would like to discontinue his/her studies shall also be allowed to withdraw from the program. In such cases, a certificate specifying the credit earned by the student in the program shall be provided.