Course Content
Chapter 1: Hospitality Industry
Learning Objectives Define hospitality management and its core principles Identify the main sectors within the hospitality industry Understand the nature of hospitality as a service Explain the role of a manager in hospitality Recognize career paths and the importance of practical employment
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Introduction
Hospitality Industry Overview
Nature of Hospitality
Manager’s Role in Hospitality Industry
Why Study Hospitality Management Diploma
Planning a Career
Employment as an Important Part of Education
Getting a Job
Employment at Graduation
Real Nepal Hospitality Example
Key Terms and Summary
Quiz 1
Chapter 2: Definitions of Tourism
Learning Objectives Define tourism and its basic components Describe the evolution of tourism from ancient times to today Differentiate between different types of tourism Explain the economic and social importance of tourism Analyze the positive and negative impacts of tourism
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Introduction
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Evolution and Development of Tourism
Types of Tourism
Importance of Tourism
Impact of Tourism
Key Terms and Chapter Summary
Quiz 2
Chapter 3: Meaning of Visitors, Tourists and Excursionists
Learning Objectives Differentiate between a visitor, a tourist, and an excursionist Understand different types of tourists and travelers Explain the primary motivations for why people travel Classify travelers based on their purpose and behavior
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Concept and Meaning of Visitors, Tourism, and Excursionists
Types of Tourist
Why Do People Travel
Types of Travelers
Real Nepal Hospitality Example
Key Terms and Chapter Summary
Quiz 3
Chapter 4: Lodging – Meeting Guest Needs
Learning Objectives Trace the historical evolution of lodging from ancient times to modern hotels Identify and describe different types of hotel properties Explain how classification systems help guests choose accommodations Understand how lodging in Nepal has evolved to meet diverse guest needs
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Evolution of Lodging
Classification of Hotel Properties
Real Nepal Hospitality Example
Key Terms and Chapter Summary
Quiz 4
Chapter 5: Guest Room
Learning Objectives Identify and describe the different types of hotel rooms Explain the standard placement of guest supplies and amenities in a room Understand the various statuses a guest room can have during daily operations Recognize how room types and amenities cater to different guest needs
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Types of Rooms
Placement of Guest Supplies and Amenities
Guest Room Status
Real Nepal Hospitality Example
Key Terms and Chapter Summary
Quiz 5
Chapter 6: Hotel and Lodging Operations
Learning Objectives Identify the major functional departments in a hotel Explain the roles and responsibilities of each operational department Understand how different departments work together to serve guests Recognize the structure of hotel operations in a Nepali context
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Major Functional Departments
Operational Departments
Real Nepal Hospitality Example
Key Terms and Chapter Summary
Quiz 6
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Introduction
Lodging is one of the oldest and most essential parts of the hospitality industry. At its core, it is about providing a safe and comfortable place for travelers to rest. From a simple shelter to a luxurious resort, the basic need remains the same. This chapter will explore how lodging has evolved over time and the different types of properties that exist today to meet the varied needs of guests, with a special look at Nepal’s unique accommodation landscape.

 

Evolution of Lodging
The concept of lodging is as old as travel itself. As people began to move for trade, religion, or war, the need for a place to stay arose. The history of lodging shows a gradual shift from basic necessity to a complex industry focused on experience and service.

  • Ancient Times: The first forms of lodging were very basic. Inns and taverns appeared along trade routes, like the ancient salt trade routes in the Himalayas. Pilgrimage sites like Lumbini and Muktinath also had simple rest houses or dharamshalas for travelers. These offered little more than a roof and a simple meal.

  • The Middle Ages: Monasteries and religious orders often provided free lodging to travelers. In Nepal, similar concepts existed with “patis” (public rest houses) found in village squares and along trails.

  • The Grand Era (18th-19th Century): The concept of luxury began to emerge in Europe with grand hotels for the wealthy. In Nepal, this period saw the construction of grand palaces by the Rana rulers, some of which are now heritage hotels.

  • The Modern Age (20th Century Onwards): The rise of commercial air travel led to a boom in hotel construction worldwide. In Nepal, after 1950, the first modern hotels were built in Kathmandu to cater to diplomats, mountaineers, and the first wave of tourists. This era saw the birth of international hotel chains and a focus on standardization.

  • The Experience Economy (21st Century): Today, lodging is about more than just a bed. Guests seek unique experiences. This has led to the rise of boutique hotels, eco-lodges, and luxury homestays in Nepal, offering personalized service and a deep connection to the local culture and environment.

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