The Covid-19 pandemic, the subsequent global lockdown and its impact on the economy is something the world hasn’t been prepared for. There are no doubts that there is a major challenge ahead of us across industries, with the hospitality industry being no exception.

The revival of the industry is certain. However the new normal will include greater use of technology, contactless processes and innovation in the sector.

Companies therefore have to adapt to the changes and need a skilled, motivated and technologically-savvy work-force who can match up to the needs of the changing industry.

The need for a world-class institute in India which meets this criteria, has never been stronger. Trained professionals will have a clear advantage over untrained graduates.

Goa based premier institute, V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE) understands this need and is gearing up to up-skill its students and get them ready for the hospitality industry.

A World Class Institute offering World Class Education

Affiliated to the Goa University and supported by the Marriott Group, VMSIIHE offers a B.Sc. International Hospitality Management ( 3-Year Degree). The institute has a functional  collaboration with Turismo de Portugal resulting from an MoU signed between the two countries, in the presence of Prime Minister of Portugal Mr. Antonio Costa, during his visit to Goa. The collaboration was further extended when the Hon’ble President of Portugal Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa visited India earlier this year.

The institute has received accolades and awards galore while being acknowledged amongst the top 10 most promising travel and hospitality institutes in India.

Leading from the Front

Leading the institute towards its glorious odysseys is Prof. Irfan Mirza, the Director/Principal of VMSIIHE. He brings with him an experience spanning 35 years in the hospitality and education sectors. A veteran in the hospitality industry, Prof. Mirza is a member of faculty of the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute of USA for teaching key courses like Leadership and Management in Hospitality Industry, Fundamentals of Destination Management, Marketing and Hospitality Industry Financial Accounting among other subjects.

Under his leadership, VMSIIHE has grown into a world-class educational institute and has earned both national and global recognition. He is ably assisted with a strong team to ensure standards of benchmarking.

A Platform for Futuristic Education

VMSIIHE’s three-year B.Sc. Degree in International Hospitality Management equips students with practical and first-hand training while also paying special attention to personality and soft skills development, leadership qualities, professional attitude and discipline.

Aligned with both its theoretical and practical training is the institute’s distinctive and growth-oriented environment. It has a sophisticated in-house training hotel, world-class infrastructure, and ultra-modern labs. At VMSIIHE, students are assured of an ideal atmosphere for learning. On completion of the course, students will have the professional skills to meet challenging opportunities in a dynamic industry and adapt to the requirements of the global hospitality world.

An industry focused curriculum of academic learning and practical experience in line with European standards is followed. The academic support and curriculum of VMSIIHE is partly drawn in accordance with Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT).

Practical Learning on Campus

The institute organizes extracurricular activities to help students polish their skills and talent. Some of these activities include workshops, master-classes, themed banquets, culinary festivals and a host of other events. 

The World is our Stage: International Exposure

Students keen to embark on a three year enhancing journey are offered an opportunity to visit Portugal as a part of the exchange program and career enhancing journey to some of the European countries. The institute offers an option for higher studies in Switzerland.

While pursuing a degree at VMSIIHE, students are offered six months of professional internship at international starred hotels namely JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa, Maldives, Marriott Resort Praia Del Rey in Portugal, IHCL hotels in India, Blue & Green Resorts in Portugal and various others. It also encourages students to work at many Indian hotels including IHCL properties, The Oberoi, The Ritz-Carlton in Bangalore, and many others.

Placements which ensure a bright career path

VMSIIHE has had 100% placements in leading hotels and resorts across the globe. The institute understands the requirements of global brands seeking qualified and trained employees; and steps in to equip students with the necessary skill sets.

Students who have graduated have received placements in leading hotels and resorts across the globe

Beautiful Green Campus in Goa

Spread over 6 acres in Raia, the campus is the perfect place for students to learn and be nurtured as hotel management professionals and hospitality leaders of the future. The well designed campus boasts of a fully functional 5-star training hotel on campus, with a grand lobby area and reception, well-appointed guestrooms, a restaurant, kitchen area and banqueting facilities.

What makes VMSIIHE stand out?

• VMSIIHE has been recognized in the top 10 most promising travel and hospitality institutes in India. Awarded the Cleanest Campus award by Goa University for three consecutive years and Best Leadership Brand Award by Pride of India
• 100% Placements in leading hotels and resorts across the globe
• World class Infrastructure with in-house training hotel, sophisticated training equipment and facilities as per international standards.
• An industry focused curriculum of academic learning and practical experience in line with European standards.
• International faculty with industry and teaching experience
• Global collaborations: The institute has a knowledge exchange partnership with Turismo De Portugal to conduct exchange programmes
• Study Tours to Switzerland, France, Holland & Belgium.
• Option to pursue higher studies in Switzerland