Dr. Prashant Kumar Gautam is working as a Professor at University Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management. He holds a highest qualification of PhD in Tourism and after working in corporate for 2 years moved to teaching. He has an experience of 18 plus years in the teaching field. He is also a member of “Board of Studies” and an association with 15 universities for curriculum designing.

UIHTM Chandigarh

What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector?

“Passion to contribute to society by educating students”

Our college is known for providing overall development to the students. I feel amused and proud when my students land up in a good profile job in esteemed organizations. I strongly believe that the key to success of an institute is the dedicated efforts of each and every individual. I have decided to go into the teaching profession as it is one of the most direct ways to make an impact, and if you are driven by the desire to help those around you, being a teacher is an invaluable contribution. 

In your experience, what can a student gain from studying here in your college?

“We have top class faculties and we provide 100% placement assurance”

UIHTM is one of the quality education providers of hospitality and tourism management. We have a modern self-contained infrastructure, continuing updating of curriculum and pedagogy and a committed, skilled and experienced faculty are essential ingredients of a new age educational institute. For shaping the career paths of young minds, extra inputs are given to students wherein they are made ready for placements, various expert lectures and career counselling sessions are delivered by the experts from industry. 

How does the curriculum of your college ensure the best practices of industry?

“Industry expert’s recommendations are taken into considerations while preparing it”

We always ensure that industry best practices are taken into consideration while preparing the curriculum. We have also collaborated with tourism and hospitality organizations both in India and abroad for facilitating the professionalization of hotel management and tourism education; we have established enterprising partnerships with industry, commerce as well as with other institutions that are both mutually beneficial and productive for society.

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How is your university more welcoming to students of different races or economic backgrounds?

“We provide equal opportunities to everyone to learn and grow”

Our philosophy is to create an environment in which people should be able to grow physically, mentally, spiritually and intellectually. We strive to turn lofty vision into fine, healthy life through innovation, excellence and proactive approach. We value diversity in our admission process as we believe that students learn to understand and appreciate different cultures.

Any suggestions you would like to give to the current youth and the aspiring students?

“Focus on acquiring new skills and keep growing”

This is an Era of competition. Everything is replaceable with the power of knowledge. With integrity and focus we always strive to acquire new skill sets for your growth, we strive hard towards human resource development with the focus on the Hospitality and Tourism sector. Being a specialized institute in sectoral education in the area of tourism and hospitality education

What do you see as your college’s greatest strengths?

“Our teaching as well non-teaching staff are our pillars of strength”

Department’s strengths can be summarized as the regular work that we do for the enhancement of a student's skill and knowledge. Supportive leadership and staff, who encourages everyone for greater teamwork and problem solving to achieve the vision and mission of university.

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What would you like people to know about your university they may not know?

“We provide best opportunities to grow for both students and faculties”

We are committed to an Interactive and Technology-Enabled Learning Experience that will equip students with practical knowledge and a strong theoretical foundation. Our mission is to impart vibrant, innovative and global education and to be the most preferred choice of the students, faculty and the industry. We are continuously working harder to maintain excellence in teaching and research and to achieve pioneer position in the area of technical education.