The Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM) at Nihareeka College of Management and IT, Biratnagar, is a four-year undergraduate degree affiliated with Tribhuvan University.
It is designed for students who aspire to build careers in the hospitality and tourism industry.
The program combines classroom learning with hands-on training, ensuring graduates can manage hospitality operations and deliver quality guest experiences.
The BHM program focuses on both hospitality management principles and practical service skills. Students learn how hotels, restaurants, and tourism businesses operate, and how to manage them efficiently.
Training includes exposure to real-world hospitality environments through internships and practical sessions in specialized labs.
Students in the BHM program study a range of subjects, including:
Food Production – Culinary techniques, kitchen operations, and menu planning
Beverage Service – Service standards, mixology, and bar operations
Front Office Operations – Guest relations, reservations, and reception management
Housekeeping Management – Cleaning standards, inventory control, and room preparation
Hospitality Management – Strategic planning, leadership, and service quality management
Financial Management in Hospitality – Budgeting, cost control, and revenue management
Hospitality Marketing – Brand promotion and customer engagement in the service industry
This balanced curriculum helps students gain both managerial insight and operational expertise.
The program runs for four years and is divided into eight semesters. Each semester builds knowledge progressively, moving from foundational hospitality skills to advanced management concepts.
The BHM program at Nihareeka College aims to:
Prepare graduates for supervisory and managerial roles in hospitality
Provide a strong understanding of service industry operations and customer relations
Develop leadership, communication, and teamwork skills suited to service environments
Promote ethical and sustainable practices in hospitality management
To apply for the BHM program, students must:
Have completed 10+2 or equivalent in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board
Have a minimum of second division (45%) or minimum C grade in all subjects in their 12-year schooling or equivalent
Pass the CMAT entrance exam conducted by TU’s Faculty of Management and successfully complete the interview process
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
Understand and apply industry standards in hospitality operations
Manage different departments in hotels, resorts, and related businesses
Apply managerial concepts to solve real-world hospitality challenges
Communicate effectively in multicultural and service-oriented environments
A BHM degree opens doors to various sectors within hospitality and tourism, including hotels, resorts, event management, and travel services.
Graduates can also explore international opportunities or start their own ventures in the service industry.
BHM graduates may work as:
Hotel Manager
Restaurant Manager
Event Coordinator
Travel Advisor
Food and Beverage Director
Hospitality Marketing Specialist
Nihareeka College offers scholarships for:
Entrance examination toppers
Students with strong academic records in previous studies
High performers in the Tribhuvan University semester examinations
Affiliation with Tribhuvan University, ensuring recognized qualifications
Experienced faculty with industry and academic expertise
Practical exposure through internships and training in real hospitality settings
Well-equipped labs for food production, service, and front office training
Industry connections for placements and career growth
The Bachelor of Hotel Management at Nihareeka College is a career-focused program that blends academic knowledge with hands-on training. Graduates leave with the skills and confidence to work in the hospitality industry in Nepal or abroad, or to start their own service-based business.
Contact Nihareeka College's administrative office for detailed information on the BHM course, including fees, scholarships, facilities, counseling, eligibility criteria, etc.
