Hospitality management degree programme launched

By Our Correspondent
November 30, 2023

Islamabad: In a groundbreaking move for education in Pakistan, Beaconhouse National University (BNU) and Hashoo School of Hospitality Management (HS­HM) have unveiled a joint Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Hospitality Management. The launch, hosted at the Pearl Continental Hotel in Lahore, signifies a monumental step forward in shaping the future of the country's hospitality industry.

As Pakistan's first not-for-profit Liberal Arts University, BNU brings a dedication to academic excellence, while HSHM, acknowledged as the premier hospitality and tourism education institution, contributes its expertise to nurture skilled professionals. This collaboration extends HSHM's influence from Peshawar, Karachi, and Islamabad to Lahore, demonstrating a shared vision for advancing hospitality education nationwide.

A representational image shows a hospital official moving a cart. — Unsplash/File
A representational image shows a hospital official moving a cart. — Unsplash/File

The agreement, formalised in the presence of key figures such as Dr. Moeed W. Yusuf, Vice Chancellor of BNU, and Haseeb Gardezi, Chief Operating Officer of Hospitality and Education Division at Hashoo Group, ensures a curriculum aligned with international standards. Following the gold standard and best practices of the hospitality industry, the program complies with the Confederation of Hospitality's (CTH) UK curriculum and meets the criteria set by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan.

A distinctive feature of this collaboration is the emphasis on practical training, conducted at hotels owned and operated by Hashoo Group across Pakistan under HSHM's guidance. The integration of hands-on experience into the curriculum is complemented by internship opportunities provided by Hashoo Group, aligning with the program's requirements and culminating in guaranteed job placements for students upon degree completion.

Addressing the collaboration, Haseeb A. Gardezi expressed excitement about the trajectory of Pakistan's hospitality industry, emphasizing the pivotal role of such partnerships in expanding the sector and instilling guiding principles within the youth.