Suryadatta College of Hospitality Management, Travel and Tourism, (SCHMTT) Pune. Suryadatta College of Hospitality Management, Travel and Tourism, Pune (SCHMTT) is a part of the Suryadatta Group of Institutes which was established in 1999. Prof. Dr. Sanjay B. Chordiya, a senior management professional, Chartered Engineer and Educationist is the Chairman and Founder President of Suryadatta Education Foundation. With more than 27 years of valuable experience, both in the Industry and the Academics, Dr. Sanjay B. Chordiya established the Suryadatta Education Foundation to develop self motivated successful leaders in the fields of Management, Information Technology, Media & Mass Communication, Corporate Communication, Consultancy, Value Education, Training and Research. Since its inception, Suryadatta Education Foundation has contributed to the present day vibrant global economy by giving the Industry multi faceted professionals. The Suryadatta family has blossomed into a bouquet of academic institutions in various disciplines such as, Hotel Management & Travel & Tourism, Information Technology, Management, Media & Mass Communication, Bio-Informatics, Interior Designing & Fashion Designing, Creative Arts, Vocational & Advanced Studies. Students from many foreign nations and from all parts of India pursue their education in different streams at various Suryadatta Institutions. We in Suryadatta believe in - Enlightening and Disseminating knowledge for Prosperity. SCHMTT was established in 2004.It is affiliated to the University of Pune approved by D.T.E and recognized by Government of Maharashtra. It is also a study center of the YCMOU (Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University Suryadatta Group of Institutes has been recognized as Best Integrated campus for Higher Education in Pune by Brands Academy Delhi in 2012 The award was given by Dr. Shashi Tharoor, Minister of State for HRD. 1
Suryadatta College of Hospitality Management, Travel and Tourism, Pune offers the B. Sc Hospitality Studies ( Hotel Management ) Program of the university of Pune. Being the recognized study center of YCMOU ( Yashwantrao Chavan Open University ) it also offers Bachelors and Masters Programs in hospitality Studies, Travel and Tourism for distance learning. The aim of SCHMTT is to train and groom the students to become successful hospitality professionals. Infrastructure SCHMTT has State-of-the-Art infrastructure to facilitate the learning process and technical skills which are an integral part of the hospitality industry. Modern Training kitchens and the training restaurant are equipped with the latest equipment, Classrooms are installed with LCD projectors and audio visual aids to make learning an experience. The campus has wi-fi connectivity. Computer and internet labs are connected to servers running on a variety of platforms to suit every requirement supporting the entire network. The library is well stocked with text books, reference books, national and international journals. For out of station students there are separate boys and girls hostels. Indoor and outdoor sports facilities are available for the sports enthusiasts. Faculty: Principal Prof. Ms. Vandana Malhotra started her career with the Taj Group of Hotels, Mumbai. She has with her 25 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry & Education. The curriculum at SCHMTT is delivered by Faculty who has an average 10 15 years rich industry experience both at an international and local level. The faculty therefore is able to groom and train the students as per the standards required by the Industry. The curriculum is thus enhanced by courses in Personality Development, Communication Skills, life and Interview Skills to prepare the students for their future careers. Industry -Institute interface: The College maintains excellent relations with the Industry. Many Industry experts have visited the College and addressed the students regarding the latest trends in the Hospitality Industry Mr Sudhir Andrews- foremost Hospitality educationist, Mr Jimmy Shaw Managing Director of Shawman Software, Mr Sachin Krishna- Director Market Strategy Marriott International, Pune Cluster, Ms Megha Ajgaonkar- Director Sales and Marketing, Westin Hotel, Pune,Mr Sanjay Aratla- Training Manager, Westin Hotel, Pune Ms Vaishali Sharma Executive Housekeeper, Vivanta by Taj,Blue Diamond, Pune are some of the professionals who have taken time out from their busy schedules to visit SCHMTT. These sessions are of great benefit to the students as they become aware of the latest trends in the Hospitality sector. Interacting with the Industry experts increases their self confidence and they subsequently do well in interviews. Internships: In addition to the regular academic curriculum our students gain experience in the Hospitality Industry through Internships in Star rated Hotels in India and abroad The internship is scheduled from December to May as per the curriculum of the University of Pune. Last year seven of our students had gone for their internship to and this year our students are in Singapore for their training. They were training in high end hotels like the Ritz Carlton (the luxury brand of Marriott), Hotel Marriott, Singapore, and Hotel Royal Queen etc; 2
Going abroad exposes the students to guests from different countries, the different cultures and the hospitality trends followed internationally. They return from the internships more confident and with improved communication skills. List of students who have been sent by SCHMTT for undergoing internships abroad. Placement: Many hotels and organizations visit the campus to conduct interviews A student who has completed the Hospitality (Hotel ) Management Program has many career options - Placement in International 5 star hotels, Cruise lines, Air lines, travel trade, International restaurant Chains, Retail and Banking Sector, Entertainment hubs, Facility Management Services, Industrial Catering and entertainment hubs. He/ she also has an option of starting his own business or can also pursue further studies if he wishes to do so. SCHMTT has excellent placement record and our students hold good positions in hotels India as well as overseas. Our alumni are working with star hotel properties of the Meridien, Oakwood, Taj, Sofitel, Marriott and Westin to name a few. The batch of 2013 has been placed in international hotel brands Marriott and Westin in India and many of the students are going overseas for jobs and further studies. 3
Key Placements of Batch of 2010-2013 Name of Students Barge Anuja Bari Sameer Chafe Yashwant Chandure Rushikesh Gawate Jayesh Gosavi Chintamani Hindalge Prathamesh Jadhav Sumeet Jadhav Swapnil Kamble Gaurav Khandait Niranjan Laxmeshwar Rewathi Limaye Isha Mandhare Akash Mhaske Mayuresh Mokal Sanket More Ajinkya Prabhudesai Anuj Puranik Manoj Ravas Keyur Sapkal Ganesh Sathe Prafull Shaha Sanand Sharma Prateek Shetty Kiran Tagad Pratik Thombare Chadrashekar Veer Dhanashri Wadekar Vinit Hotels & Country Oakwood Premier, Pune Hotel Pride, Pune Hotel Pride, Pune Oakwood Premier, Pune Central Park, Pune Travel Company New Zealand for PG Studies Le Meridien, Pune Westin, Pune Le Meridien, Pune Central Park, Pune Canada for PG Studies J W Marriott, Pune New Zealand for PG Studies Courtyard Marriot Pune City Centre Appearing For MPSC Courtyard Marriot Pune City Centre Oakwood Premier, Pune 4
Few of Our Star Alumni Till date we have around 700 alumni who have successfully passed the Course. Our alumni are working all over the globe in 5 star hotels, cruise lines, retail outlets and some are successful entrepreneurs. Every year on the 2 nd Sunday of February Alumni meet is organized and awards are conferred to the alumni who have done well professionally. Name Designation Organisation Kashmira Avghane Asst. Manager HR J W Marriott, London Farzana Qureshi Restaurant Manager Sofitel, Mumbai Hrishikesh Telange Sales & Marketing Noorya Hometel Prasad Goswami F & B Service Holiday Inn Ajyankya Kulkarni Sales Manager Oakwood Premier Mayur Jagtap Restaurant Owner Own Business Shrikar Pitre Restaurant Owner Own Business Nilesh Chaudhari Front Office Oakwood Premier Uday Yadav Outlet Manager Godrej Natures Basket Imran Jiwani Duty Manager Holiday Inn Salim Pathan Asst. Manager Banquets Royal Orchid Prachi Kuchik H R Executive J W Marriott, Pune Sudhanshu Joshi Restaurant Manager Courtyard by Marriott, Priyal Swant Visa Consultant Vconnect Holidays Rakesh Nair, Revenue Analyst IDEAS Hrishikesh Jadhav Revenue Analyst IDEAS Extra Curricular and Co-curricular Activities: Value addition to the curriculum is done through Workshops, Seminars, Guest Lectures & Study tours, were senior professionals from the hospitality industry share their invaluable knowledge and experiences. Food festivals and Theme lunches: Our students actively participate and organize Food Festivals and theme lunches, thus getting a firsthand experience in Marketing, Event Management and Function Catering. Study Tours to hotels and related organizations like the winery, brewery and laundry are arranged to give practical exposure to the students. 5
Awards: The Competition Success Review (CSR) Group has conferred the TOP HOTEL MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF INDIA award to Suryadatta College of Hospitality Management, Travel and Tourism, Pune for 2013. Every year the CSR Group felicitates, acknowledges and celebrates excellence in education sector. The award was presented by the Founder and the Managing Director of CSR, Mr. S.K. Sachdeva and gives encouragement to the management and faculty to strive for the best. On this occasion Mr S.K.Sachdeva said this award is given to Suryadatta College of Hosppitality Management as leading institute in category such as IIM, SIM and SIKKIM MANIPAL INSTITUTES & various other institutes within India for their excellence in different fields,shaping the bright career of students by personalized attention, valuable guidance in choosing placement and adopting high class educational methods. The Award has proved our excellence in the quality of education, combined with the capability in meeting the requirements of professionals in the hospitality sector. Rankings: The GHRDC (Global Human Resource Development Centre) Hotel Management Survey 2013 has awarded SCHMTT 2 nd in the category of Placement in the State of Maharashtra. The Competition Success Review ranked SCHMTT as 3 rd Western India in its April 2011 edition. in Hospitality Management Colleges of The Competition Success Review-GHRDC 2008 ranked SCMIRT s Hospitality Management & Travel Tourism 18 in the category of top 50 Hotel Management Institutes in India and 7 th in the State of Maharashtra. Contact Details: Campus: S.No. 342, Chandani Chowk-Pashan Road, Besides DSK Ranwara, Bavdhan (Bk), Pune-21, Maharashtra, INDIA Telephone: 020-67901300 / 324 / 347, Mobile: 08956932408, 07798579227, 09960397732, 09422083909 E-Mail: schmtt@suryadattad.org Website: www.schmtt.org, www.suryadatta.org 6
Chairman & Founder President Suryadatta Group of Institutes, Dr. Sanjay B. Choridiya receiving the by Competition Success Review (CSR) Group award for Top Hotel Management Institutes of India 2013 at the hands of Mr. S. K. Sachdeva 7
Principal Prof. Vandana Malhotra with the core faculty of SCHMTT A Food Production Practical being conducted 8