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Key Terms
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Hospitality Management: The professional administration of businesses that provide services to guests.
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Intangible: Something that cannot be physically touched, like an experience or a feeling.
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Perishable: A product or service that cannot be stored for later sale, like an empty hotel room.
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Sectors: The different parts of an industry, such as accommodation and food and beverage.
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Atithi Devo Bhava: A Sanskrit phrase meaning “Guest is God,” a core principle of Nepali hospitality.
Chapter Summary
This chapter introduced the hospitality industry as a broad, service-focused field. We learned that hospitality management is about leading teams and creating great guest experiences. The industry has several sectors, including accommodation and food and beverage. Its nature is unique because it is intangible, perishable, and variable. We explored the manager’s role and the importance of practical training and career planning. Finally, we saw how a diploma prepares you for real-world employment in Nepal’s vibrant tourism sector.