Teaching of Tourism & Hospitality in the Curriculum of Higher Education in Pakistan
Abstract
Curriculum is extremely important in the ever-changing world of hospitality and tourism education. The curriculum has several components, including core topics, general education, and practical experience. Institutions attempt to provide students with both leadership qualities and technical knowledge, stressing a comprehensive approach to education. Models like the Hybrid approach, which has been embraced by educational institutions throughout the world, reflect this improvement by providing complete curricula suited to industry demands. Curriculum design takes into account institutional culture, academic knowledge, and evolving industry trends. Institutions strive to train graduates for dynamic jobs in hospitality and tourism management by utilizing strategic planning and creative pedagogy to address the industry's changing demands. In Pakistan, formal education in tourism and hospitality is relatively recent. PITHM Karachi, ITHM, and PAITHOM pioneered short courses. NAVTTC has played a crucial role since 2006. Despite debates over vocational versus academic focus, degree programs have expanded nationwide. Taking the lead in Hazara University, now available in more than two dozen universities both in public and private sector.
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