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Cox's Bazar International University

Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM)

  • Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management

    Language: English

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Program Introduction

The Bachelor of Hospitality & Tourism Management (BHTM) at Cox’s Bazar International University (CBIU) is a comprehensive four-year honors program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the ever-growing hospitality and tourism industry. As Cox’s Bazar is the heart of Bangladesh’s tourism industry, our program is uniquely positioned to provide hands-on learning experiences and real-world exposure.

The BHTM program integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, covering areas such as hotel management, tourism operations, customer service, event planning, and sustainable tourism development. With a strong focus on national policies and international trends, our curriculum prepares students to meet industry challenges, manage tourism enterprises, and contribute to the sustainable growth of Bangladesh's tourism sector.

Vision of the BHTM Program

To be a center of excellence in hospitality and tourism education by integrating tourism with the hospitality industry in accordance with national policies and international trends in a sustainable manner.

Mission of the BHTM Program

The Department of Hospitality & Tourism Management aims to prepare individuals for successful careers in hospitality, tourism, and entertainment sectors through:

  • 1 Professional training
  • 2 Skill enhancement
  • 3 Quality education

Why BHTM at CBIU?

Strategic Location & Industry Exposure
Located in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh’s prime tourist destination, our BHTM program offers students direct exposure to the hospitality and tourism industry. With access to top hotels, resorts, and tourism agencies, students gain hands-on experience through internships and training programs.

Industry-Relevant Curriculum Our curriculum is designed to align with both national policies and global industry trends. Students learn hospitality business investment trends, managerial functions, marketing, financial management, human resource management, and technological applications in tourism and hospitality.

Strong Career Prospects

Graduates of the BHTM program have diverse career opportunities, including:

  • Hotel & Resort Management
  • Travel & Tour Operations
  • Event Management
  • Airline & Cruise Line Services
  • Food & Beverage Industry
  • Sustainable Tourism Development

Study Options:

Qualification Length Code
Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management 4 years full time BHTM

Course Structure:

Total Credit General Courses Core Course Development Courses Viva Internship
130 48 Credit 72 Credit 04 Credit 3 Credit 3 Credit

Frequently Asked Question

The Department of the Hospitality and Tourism Management (DHTM) strives to inspire excellence in the creation, application, and dissemination of knowledge in BHTM comprehensive educational programs

Basic: At least GPA 5 (having minimum GPA 2.5 or 2nd division in both SSC & HSC or in equivalent examinations)
OR: At least GPA 6 (combined, but score not less than GPA 2 in any individual examination)
OR: The Children of Freedom Fighters: A total GPA of 5.00 or more in S.S.C. and H.S.C. Examinations combined
Level : Completed 5 subjects with no E in any subject.
A Level: Completed 2 subjects with no E in any subject.
In addition, the student has to have at least four C with no E in all seven subjects combined in O and A levels.
OR: A United States High School Diploma with required minimum grade point.

Each course is assessed in 100 Marks with a breakdown of class tests, presentations, mid-term and final exams and viva-voce as follow:
Attendance & Behavior: 10
Class Tests: 10
Assignment: 10
Mid-term exam: 20
Final exam: 50
Total: 100

Usually a student who will graduate from the Business faculty will:
learn fundamental and core knowledge of business.
be able to understand qualitative and quantitative information related to business world and critically assess them to practically use on real business case.
have good analytical ability to analyze situations, identify the problem and resolve them effectively and efficiently.
be more communicative and professional.
become a leader of a team who will work independently and responsibly.
have awareness on business law that are applicable on both national business and international business.
learn on local and international aspects of intellectual, political, economic activities as well as demographic and socio cultural diversity.
have awareness and understanding of the ethical and social issues of business.
have good command on conceptual and technical aspects on different business related course to apply at the planning, decision making and implementation phase.
be able to build them as a successful entrepreneur by making effective business decision.
learn on corporate social responsibility of business to build them as a responsible citizen of the country.
become a lifelong learner through self-study and professional development programs.

Semester wise Courses:

Semester Number: 1
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 ENG-1101 English Foundation 3
2 CSE-1101 Computer Fundamental with Lab 3
3 HTM-1101 Dimension of Tourism 3
4 HTM-1102 Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism Industry 3
5 BNG-1101 Bengali Language and Literature 3
6 HTM-1103 Food and Beverage Management 3
7 DEV-1101 Study Tour- 1 1
Semester Number: 2
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 HTM-1204 Front Office Management 3
2 HTM-1205 Housekeeping Management 3
3 HTM-1206 Transportation Management 3
4 ENG-1201 Four Skills of English Language 3 ENG-1101
5 SOC-1201 Introduction the Sociology 3
6 BNG-1102 History of the Emergence of Bangladesh 3
Semester Number: 3
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 HTM-2301 Fundamentals of Food and Beverage Service 3
2 HTM-2303 Human Resource Management in Hotel and Tourism 3
3 HTM-2302 Hospitality Facilities Management Design and Décor 3
4 ECO-2301 Basic Economics 3
5 LAW-2301 Legal System of Bangladesh 3
6 PSY-2301 Introduction to Psychology 3
7 DEV-2301 Study Tour-2 1
Semester Number: 4
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 HTM-2404 Banquet and Event Management 3
2 HTM-2405 Tourism Sales and Marketing 3
3 HTM-2406 Travel Agency and Tour Operation 3
4 HTM-2407 Tourism Geography 3
5 STAT-2401 Business Statistics 3
6 BUS-1102 Business Communication 3
Semester Number: 5
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 HTM-3501 Food and Beverage Production 3
2 HTM-3502 Airline Business 3
3 HTM-3503 Maritime Tourism 3
4 ACC-1201 Principles of Accounting 3
5 BUS-2405 Entrepreneurship Development 3
6 BUS-3610 Organizational Behavior 3
7 DEV-3501 Study Tour-3 1
Semester Number: 6
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 HTM-3604 Purchasing for Hospitality Operations 3
2 HTM-3605 Hospitality Law and Legal Aspects 3
3 HTM-3606 Tourism Destination Marketing 3
4 HTM-3607 Tourist Behavior 3
5 FIN-1201 Business Finance 3
6 ENV-2301 Introduction to Environmental Science 3
Semester Number: 7
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 HTM-4701 Research Methodology 3
2 HTM-4702 Global Culture and Tourism 3
3 HTM-4703 Food Safety, Hygiene and Sanitation 3
4 HTM-4704 Planning and Control for Food and Beverage Operation 3
5 HTM-4705 Supervision in the Hospitality Industry 3
6 HTM-4706 Sustainable Tourism 3
7 DEV-4701 Study Tour-4 1
Semester Number: 8
SL Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequisite
1 HTM-4707 French Language 3
2 HTM-4809 Viva-Voce 3
3 HTM-4808 Hospitality Industrial Placement/Internship/Thesis 3