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Creating Hospitality Leaders
Since 1986

Admissions Open for

BHM – Bachelor of Hotel Management

B.Sc. (Culinary Science)

B.Sc / B.Sc. (Hons) in Hospitality and Services Management

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About Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA) @ MAHE Manipal

Established in 1986 under the leadership of Dr. TMA Pai Foundation in partnership with ITC Hotels, WGSHA offers students the opportunity to be part of India’s pioneering hospitality institute. Its training programme is endorsed by the International Hotel Association, Paris and it continues to set benchmarks with its innovative curriculum, exceptional faculty and unparalleled industry partnerships.

  • 38+

    year legacy

  • #1 in India

    as Supreme Hotel Management Institute in India 2023, consecutively since 2007 by GHRDC

  • Home to India’s

    “First Living Culinary Arts Museum”

  • Highest CTC:

    ₹ 9 LPA

    Avg CTC:

    ₹ 6 LPA

  • 100%

    placement

  • 2000+ alumni

    working successfully in the core areas of hotel administration globally

  • #1

    Private Hotel
    Management College

  • 70

    full-time faculty members, including 15 globally experienced chefs

Programmes Overview at

WGSHA, Manipal

  • B.Sc. (Culinary Science)
  • BHM - Bachelor of Hotel Management
  • BSc / BSc (Hons.) in Hospitality and Services Management

B.Sc. (Culinary Science)

A unique programme integrating the artistic and scientific aspects of food preparation, designed by top chefs in India.

  • Provides training in advanced cooking techniques for Indian and global cuisines.
  • Specialisations in Food Science & Innovation, Culinary Nutrition & Wellness and Restaurant Operation Management.
  • Covers culinary nutrition, focusing on balancing taste, nutrition, and market trends.
  • Emphasises food processing technology, food microbiology, and culinary innovation.
  • Includes modules on restaurant operation management, event planning, and food media.
  • Prepares students for careers in food styling, culinary entrepreneurship, and catering.
  • Hands-on learning with state-of-the-art kitchens and real-world restaurant operations.
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BHM - Bachelor of Hotel Management

A four-year programme designed to build a strong foundation in hospitality and restaurant operations, management and entrepreneurship.

  • Covers core areas including food production, food & beverage service, front office, accommodation operations and management studies.
  • Focuses on developing leadership skills, professionalism and contextual knowledge tailored to the hospitality industry's needs.
  • Includes internships with leading hospitality brands to provide hands-on, real-world experience.
  • Emphasises health, safety, cultural, societal, legal and environmental considerations in hospitality practices.
  • Focuses on strategy, customer service, operations management, and hospitality marketing to prepare students for leadership roles.
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BSc / BSc (Hons.) in Hospitality and Services Management

A pioneering programme specialising in hospitality, real estate, and retail management, tailored to meet the dynamic needs of the services sector.

  • Integrates business fundamentals with a focus on hospitality and selected service industries like retail and real estate.
  • Covers specialised aspects of service industries to develop a deeper understanding of their unique business dynamics.
  • Provides practical skills and knowledge for diverse domains, including hospitality operations, retail, and real estate.
  • Cultivates management, communication, and leadership skills essential for success in the service industries.
  • Focuses on strategy, customer service, operations management and hospitality marketing to prepare students for leadership roles.
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Career Opportunities

Being the best in the business, the programmes from WGSHA ensure students are confident and well-equipped to achieve success in diverse and rewarding fields.

B.Sc. (Culinary Science)

B.Sc. (Culinary Science)

Graduates are prepared for innovative and dynamic roles in the culinary and wellness sectors.

  • Food Blogger, Vlogger, or Food Stylist.
  • Personal Chef, Executive Chef, or Sous Chef.
  • Food Photographer or Culinary Wellness Consultant.
  • Restaurant Manager or Mixologist.
  • Food Technologist or Research & Development Expert.
  • Health & Wellness Professional or Hospital Catering Manager.
  • Cruise Chef or Wellness Chef.

BHM - Bachelor of Hotel Management

BHM – Bachelor of Hotel Management

Graduates excel in leadership roles across the hospitality and service industries.

  • Hotels, Restaurants and Serviced Apartments.
  • Tourism and Allied Services.
  • Retail and Mixed-Use Commercial Services.
  • Aviation and Cruise Liners.
  • Event Management and Spa Operations.
  • Customer Care in Financial Institutions and Logistics Services.
  • Technologically-Driven Online Service Platforms.

B.Sc. / B.Sc. (Hons.) Hospitality & Services Management

B.Sc. / B.Sc. (Hons.) Hospitality & Services Management

Students gain versatility and confidence to thrive in the service sector or pursue further academic and entrepreneurial goals.

  • Dual internship opportunities in industries like hotels, retail, real estate, and events.
  • Career pathways in leadership roles across diverse service industries.
  • Opportunities to pursue higher studies and research.
  • Entrepreneurial ventures tailored to the service industry.

Career Opportunities

Being the best in the business, the programmes from WGSHA ensure students are confident and well-equipped to achieve success in diverse and rewarding fields.

B.Sc. (Culinary Science)

Graduates are prepared for innovative and dynamic roles in the culinary and wellness sectors.

  • Food Blogger, Vlogger, or Food Stylist.
  • Personal Chef, Executive Chef, or Sous Chef.
  • Food Photographer or Culinary Wellness Consultant.
  • Restaurant Manager or Mixologist.
  • Food Technologist or Research & Development Expert.
  • Health & Wellness Professional or Hospital Catering Manager.
  • Cruise Chef or Wellness Chef.

BHM - Bachelor of Hotel Management

Graduates excel in leadership roles across the hospitality and service industries.

  • Hotels, Restaurants and Serviced Apartments.
  • Tourism and Allied Services.
  • Retail and Mixed-Use Commercial Services.
  • Aviation and Cruise Liners.
  • Event Management and Spa Operations.
  • Customer Care in Financial Institutions and Logistics Services.
  • Technologically-Driven Online Service Platforms.

B.Sc. / B.Sc.(Hons.) Hospitality & Services Management

Students gain versatility and confidence to thrive in the service sector or pursue further academic and entrepreneurial goals.

  • Dual internship opportunities in industries like hotels, retail, real estate and events.
  • Career pathways in leadership roles across diverse service industries.
  • Opportunities to pursue higher studies and research.
  • Entrepreneurial ventures tailored to the service industry.
Industry Partnerships

WGSHA has partnered with some of the esteemed organisations across the globe such as

Partners

National Partners

International Partners

Accreditations

WHY WGSHA @ MAHE Manipal

  • Modern Facilities
  • Vibrant Clubs and Organisations
  • Dynamic Events at WGSHA
  • Extensive Alumni Engagement and Worldwide Networking
  • Certifications
  • Online Resources and Platforms

Modern Facilities

  • Advanced Training Kitchens & Bakeries: Contemporary learning spaces that seamlessly blend theory with hands-on culinary and bakery training.
  • Industry-Standard Hospitality Software: Training on Opera, IDS PMS and CESIM Hospitality Simulation Software for real-world operational decision-making.
  • Dedicated Student Training Spaces: Fully equipped training restaurants, a mock bar, Front Office and Housekeeping labs with hotel software, and a Mock Guest Room for immersive learning.
  • Student-Run Food Pod: India’s first hospitality and culinary institute to operate a Food Pod, offering hands-on exposure to operational management, costing and service delivery.

Vibrant Clubs and Organisations

  • Student-Run Ventures: On-campus initiatives such as Classic Café, Ministry of Bakery (MOB) and a Gourmet Store provide real-world business and operational experience.
  • Creative & Professional Clubs: Gastronomy Club, Wine & Spirits Club, Cultural Club, On the Rocks Club, Accommodation Club, Digital & Social Media Club, Sports Club, Literary Club, Quiz Club and WGSHA Horticulture (Green House/Spice Garden), enabling holistic development beyond classrooms.

Dynamic Events at WGSHA

  • Culinary festivals, hospitality fairs, cultural showcases, regular simulations, Culinary Boot Camps, Wine Appreciation Programmes and Food Festivals.
  • These platforms encourage collaboration, innovation, industry interaction and practical exposure in live environments.

Extensive Alumni Engagement and Worldwide Networking

  • A strong alumni network actively supports students through endowment awards, workshops, seminars, guest lectures and mentorship.
  • Alumni involvement also plays a key role in strengthening industry connections and placement opportunities.

Certifications

  • Certification programmes include Wine Certification by WSET (UK) and courses from City & Guilds (UK).
  • WGSHA is the only college to offer these certifications as an integrated part of the academic curriculum.

Online Resources and Platforms

  • Access to leading academic journals and databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, Scival, Sage, Springer, Taylor & Francis, John Wiley, EBSCO (Hospitality & Tourism Complete) and CAC+HTLC.
  • Supported by LMS and SLCM platforms for seamless academic delivery and learning management.

Notable Alumni of

WGSHA

Our alumni are innovators, change agents, thought leaders and creators who are making an impact all around the world.

  • Vikas Khanna

    Celebrity Chef, Michelin Star

  • Maneet Chauhan

    Celebrity and Culinary Consultant Judge – Chopped

  • Anil Chadha

    Managing Director, ITC Hotels Limited

  • Hari Prasad Nayak

    Chef, Restaurateur, Author and Indian Food and Culinary Consultant

₹100 crores

Worth of scholarships across

25 categories disbursed to 6500+ students (AY 25)

WGSHA scholarships:

  • Scholar Scholarships
  • Achievers scholarships
  • SAGES scholarships
  • Konkani scholarships
  • Chef Vikas Khanna Trophy
  • Chef Floyd Cardoz Scholarship
  • Chef Floyd Cardoz Scholarship
  • Lourdes Scholarship
  • Ricky Victor D’Souza Memorial
  • Prof. Trevor Devas Award
  • G Sathyavathi Award
  • ITC Chairman’s Gold Medal for University topper of BA (Culinary Arts)

Admission Process
and Eligibility

  • Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM)
  • B.Sc / B.Sc (Hons.) Hospitality and Services Management
  • B.Sc (Culinary Science)

Eligibility

Successful completion of 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board, with minimum 45 % aggregate marks

  • 01

    Apply Online

  • 02

    Personal Interview

  • 03

    Merit List based on PI

  • 04

    Provisional Admission Offer to shortlisted candidates

  • 05

    Admission Formalities

Eligibility

Successful completion of 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board, with minimum 45 % aggregate marks

  • 01

    Personal Interview

  • 02

    Merit List based on PI

  • 03

    Provisional Admission Offer to shortlisted candidates

  • 04

    Admission Formalities

Eligibility

Successful completion of 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board, with minimum 45 % aggregate marks

  • 01

    Apply Online

  • 02

    Personal Interview

  • 03

    Merit List based on PI

  • 04

    Provisional Admission Offer to shortlisted candidates

  • 05

    Admission Formalities

Step into the

MAHEverse

  • Institution of
    Eminence

    status by Ministry of Education, Government of India

  • 3rd Best University
    in India

    (NIRF 2025)

  • NAAC A++
    Accreditation

  • 80+

    partnerships with global universities

  • 200+

    student clubs and communities

  • 270+

    international collaborations

Global Partners

There is never a dull moment at

MAHE, Manipal

Cultivating
Teamspirit

Technical clubs, sports clubs arts and cultural clubs, leadership clubs and more

Diversity

Students from different parts of India and 60+ countries

Access
Study and
Recreation
Anytime

Study zones, discussion rooms and recreational spots

Amongst the best
Health Sciences
libraries in the world

This state-of-the-art library, spanning 1.5 lakh square feet over five levels, accommodates 1300 students. It offers modern facilities, including online journals, e-books and resources for students, faculty and researchers

Sports and Fitness

Dedicated sports arena with an international standard gym, badminton courts, boxing and rubberized jogging track.The well-equipped, valley-facing, multi-level Marena sports complex offers students to maintain their fitness through gym or sports such as cricket, football, badminton and more

Diverse
Cultural
Expressions

With activities like writing, singing, speaking, dancing and more, MAHE Manipal’s fests Utsav and Invictus, along with literary events MILAP and Verve, provide students an outlet to showcase their talents and take a well-deserved break from their busy schedules

State-of-the-Art Planetarium

Dr. T. M. A. Pai Planetarium in Manipal offers a unique, immersive experience with its cutting-edge technology, showcasing astronomical shows, interactive exhibits and educational programmes for students, researchers and visitors

for endless possibilities just like
our proud alumni

  • 2.45 lacs+

    of global alumni

  • 60+

    countries make up our
    global alumni family

  • 15+

    alumni initiated student
    exchange programs

  • 35+

    alumni-student
    connect series

  • Satya Nadela

    CEO Microsoft

  • Vikas Khanna

    Renowned Chef

  • Rajiv Suri

    Chairman of Digicel Group

World of
Limitless Possibilities

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