Hospitality Management & Tourism
Unlock Your Potential with a Dual Degree from CAU and HTMi Switzerland
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PROGRAM DURATION:
6 SEMESTERS
- LANGUAGE:
ENGLISH - 37 500 000 UZS
PER SEMESTER
BA in International Hospitality Management & Tourism
Dive into the heart of hospitality and tourism with CAU's innovative Bachelor of Arts programs. Our unique partnership with HTMi Switzerland, a leader in hospitality education ranked #18 globally, sets our curriculum apart. This collaboration prepares you for the ever-evolving global hospitality and tourism industries, emphasizing practical skills alongside academic theory.
Swiss Hospitality in Uzbekistan
Central Asian University is excited to present a groundbreaking Dual Degree program in partnership with HTMi Switzerland, offering students an unparalleled educational route. Upon completion, graduates will receive a degree from Central Asian University along with a distinguished diploma from HTMi, a globally recognized leader in hospitality education. This dual credential gives our graduates a significant advantage in the international job market by combining in-depth academic learning with globally esteemed professional qualifications.
Dual Degree Program
The dual degree program with HTMi Hotel and Tourism Management Institute Switzerland offers a unique opportunity to study in the heart of global hospitality. Swiss education in hospitality and tourism is considered the industry's gold standard, opening doors for graduates worldwide.
Practical Experience and Global Network
Practical experience is crucial for success in the hospitality and tourism sectors. Our partnerships with top enterprises like Hilton Tashkent City and key brands like KFC Uzbekistan allow students to gain vital hands-on experience and start networking from their first year, providing a significant advantage.
International Career
Enrolling at Central Asian University makes you a top candidate for premier hospitality firms, offering a gateway to start at leading hotels, restaurants, and resorts. The international curriculum, including opportunities in Switzerland, enhances cultural understanding and prepares you for a global career in hospitality and tourism.
CAU's Membership in ICHRIE: Enhancing Our Global Reach
As a proud member of the International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (ICHRIE), CAU gains access to premier resources and networks in hospitality and tourism education, benefiting both our faculty and students.
Industry Partners
Hilton Tashkent City
KFC Uzbekistan
Wyndham Bukhara
Hampton Tashkent
Bentley Hotel Tashkent
Wellmore Resort Hotel
What you'll study
The program is structured to build progressively over four years, starting with foundational knowledge in hospitality and tourism, moving through advanced topics and practical experience, focusing on management skills, and culminating in leadership and strategic planning. Each year aims to deepen understanding and skills, preparing students for real-world applications in their future careers.
The first-year curriculum for the Hospitality Management & Tourism program is carefully designed to lay a solid foundation in the field, focusing on theoretical knowledge and practical skills. In the first semester, students begin with general or academic English based on their proficiency, learn about ICT systems, explore Uzbek history, and dive into the essentials of the tourism and hospitality industry, including operations and customer service.
The second semester advances with English for Tourism and Hospitality, further language skills in German, and specific courses on housekeeping, restaurant and bar services, and guest services, capped off with an industry internship. This comprehensive approach ensures students are well-prepared for success in their future studies and careers.
The second semester advances with English for Tourism and Hospitality, further language skills in German, and specific courses on housekeeping, restaurant and bar services, and guest services, capped off with an industry internship. This comprehensive approach ensures students are well-prepared for success in their future studies and careers.
In the second year of the Hospitality Management & Tourism program, students deepen their knowledge and skills with a curriculum designed to explore the industry's intricacies. The first semester covers Information Systems for the Travel Industry, Ethics and Social Responsibility, Culinary Fundamentals (both theory and practical aspects), advanced language skills with Second Language 2 (German 2), Human Resource Management in Tourism and Hospitality, Introduction to Events and Meeting Planning, and Global Tourism and Hospitality.
The second semester further advances with Contemporary Issues in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Rooms Division Supervision, Food and Beverage Supervision, an in-depth look at the Uzbek Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Special Interest and Niche Tourism, further language proficiency with Second Language 3 (German 3), Strategic Marketing in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry, and an Industry Internship to gain practical experience.
The second semester further advances with Contemporary Issues in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Rooms Division Supervision, Food and Beverage Supervision, an in-depth look at the Uzbek Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Special Interest and Niche Tourism, further language proficiency with Second Language 3 (German 3), Strategic Marketing in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry, and an Industry Internship to gain practical experience.
For the third year of the Hospitality Management & Tourism program, the focus is on specialized knowledge and management skills. The curriculum covers essential subjects such as Tourism and Hospitality Law, Facilities Management, Food and Beverage Management, Project Management, Finance in Tourism and Hospitality, and Managing Technology in the Hospitality Industry during the first semester. In the second semester, students engage in Tourism Planning, Development & Management, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Event Management, and an industry internship to gain practical experience. Additionally, they will undertake a course on conducting business in Uzbek (O’zbek Tilida Ish Yuritish) and focus on managerial decision-making skills.
Career opportunities
Career Pathways:
Our graduates find success in accommodation management, event planning, destination management, and beyond. Partnerships with industry leaders like Hilton International offer unparalleled internship and job opportunities.
As a graduate of our Hospitality Management & Tourism program, you will be well-prepared for exciting career opportunities in various sectors of the industry, including:
Our graduates find success in accommodation management, event planning, destination management, and beyond. Partnerships with industry leaders like Hilton International offer unparalleled internship and job opportunities.
As a graduate of our Hospitality Management & Tourism program, you will be well-prepared for exciting career opportunities in various sectors of the industry, including:
- Hotel Management
- Restaurant Management
- Event Management
- Tourism Development and Promotion
- Travel Agencies and Tour Operations
- Customer Service in Hospitality
- Resort and Spa Management
- Tourism Marketing and Sales
Dual Degree Advantage:
Earn both a CAU degree and a certification from HTMi Switzerland, enhancing your educational profile without extra exams and opening doors to global career opportunities.
Earn both a CAU degree and a certification from HTMi Switzerland, enhancing your educational profile without extra exams and opening doors to global career opportunities.
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