The Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management (BTTM) Program provides insight into the tourism and travel industry and prepares students for a career in this fast growing field. It gives them the necessary skills, knowledge and exposure to the management and organization involved in providing products and services in this industry
Award
Students successfully completing the program are awarded degree in their respective discipline by the University, in accordance with the University rules
Admission Calendar | |
Last date for submission of duly completed Application Form along with Admission Fees & release of Provisional Admission Letters | 16 September 2024 |
Registration with scrutiny of original certificates & Payment of First Semester Fee | 19 September 2024 |
Commencement of Classes | 23 September 2024 |
FIRST YEAR | Semester I | Semester II | |||||
Subject | Subject Name | Credits | Subject | Subject Name | Credits | ||
Code | Code | ||||||
AECC | Language 1 | 3 | AECC | Language 1 | 3 | ||
AECC | Language 2 | 3 | AECC | Language 2 | 3 | ||
DSC | Tourism Concepts and Principles | 4 | DSC | Travel Agency and Tour Operation Management | 4 | ||
DSC | Tourism Geography | 4 | DSC | Tourism Product 2 | 4 | ||
DSC | Tourism Product 1 | 4 | DSC | Accommodation in | 4 | ||
Tourism | |||||||
SEC- SB | Cyber Security | 2 | SEC- VB | Sports | 2 | ||
Introduction | |||||||
OEC | to Hospitality/ | 3 | AECC | Environmental Studies | 3 | ||
Tourism | |||||||
OEC | Adventure Tourism | 3 | |||||
Total Credits | 23 | Total Credits | 26 | ||||
Total Credits in First Year | 49 | ||||||
INTERSHIP PROGRAM I | [Duration 4 weeks] |
- To learn about the latest trends in tourism Industry
- To familiarize with the concepts and principles of Tourism
- To develop basic skills required in Tourism Industry
- Students may opt for entry level jobs in the Tourism Industry.
- Student who completes two semesters including Internship Program I will be awarded as Certificate in Tourism.
- If student wish to continue further after exit, then he/she has to join within three years of exit from Third Semester. For example, if student exit in June 2023 then he / she can rejoin the course within Aug-2026 session.
- Students who wish to continue for Second Year is exempted from doing Internship Program I.
SECOND YEAR | Semester III | Semester IV | ||||
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits | Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits | |
AECC | Modern Indian Language | 3 | AECC | Effective English Communication | 3 | |
AECC | Soft Skills and Public Speaking | 3 | AECC | Academic Reading and Writing | 3 | |
DSC | Tourism Accounting | 4 | DSC | Itinerary and Costing | 4 | |
DSC | Tourism Planning and Policy | 4 | DSC | Transport in Tourism | 4 | |
DSC | Tourism Marketing | 4 | DSC | Travel Documentation and Formalities | 4 | |
SEC- SB | Information and Communication Technology | 2 | SEC- VB | Environmental Studies | 2 | |
OEC | Tourism Trend | 3 | AECC | English Language and Skills | 3 | |
OEC | MICE Management | 3 | ||||
Total Credits | 23 | Total Credits | 26 | |||
Total Credits in Second Year | 49 | Cumulative Credits[FIRST YEAR | 98 | |||
INTERSHIP PROGRAM II [4 credits - Duration 4 weeks] |
- To learn to prepare itinerary and costing
- To familiarize with the concepts of documentation in tourism Industry
- To develop basic theoretical expertise and managerial skills required in Tourism Industry
- Students may opt for jobs in Travel Agency, Tour Operators, MICE companies, DMC’s.
- Student who completes four semesters including Internship Program II will be awarded as Diploma in Tourism.
- If student wish to continue further after exit, then he/ she has to join within three years of exit from fifth Semester.
- For example, if student exit in June 2023 then he / she can rejoin the course within Aug2026 session.
- Student who completes four semesters including Internship Program II will be awarded as Diploma in Tourism.
- If student wish to continue further after exit, then he/ she has to join within three years of exit from fifth Semester.
- For example, if student exit in June 2023 then he / she can rejoin the course within Aug2026 session.
THIRD YEAR | Semester V | Semester VI | ||||
Subject | Subject Name | Credits | Subject | Subject Name | Credits | |
Code | Code | |||||
DSC | Airline Ticketing and | 4 | DSC | Tourism Law | 4 | |
Cargo Operation | ||||||
DSC | Management in | 4 | DSC | Tourism Economics | 4 | |
Tourism | ||||||
DSE | International Tourism | 4 | DSE | Overview of | 4 | |
Tourism in NE India | ||||||
DSE | Sustainable Tourism development and Ecotourism | 4 | DSE | Emerging forms of Tourism | 4 | |
Vocational | Goods and Service Tax (GST) | 2 | Vocational | IT for Managers | 2 | |
SEC- VB | Understanding India | 2 | SEC- VB | Sustainable | 2 | |
Development | ||||||
Total Credits | 20 | Total Credits | 20 | |||
Total Credits in Third Year | 40 | Cumulative Credits[FIRST YEAR | 138 | |||
+ SECOND YEAR+THIRD YEAR] | ||||||
INTERSHIP PROGRAM I [Duration 4 weeks] |
- To be aware about the holistic dynamics of the tourism industry
- To familiarize with the recent policies of tourism
- Students may opt for jobs in Travel Agency, Tour Operators, MICE companies, DMC’s, Event Management Companies
Exit Option-Student who completes six semesters with 128 credits will be awarded as Bachelor in Commerce. If student wish to continue further after exit, then he/she must join within three years of exit from Seventh Semester. For example, if student exit in June 2023, then he / she can rejoin the course within Aug-2026 session.
- Student who completes six semesters including Internship Program II will be awarded as Bachelors in Tourism.
- If student wish to continue further after exit, then he/she has to join within three years of exit from seventh semester.
- For example, if student exit in June 2023 then he / she can rejoin the course within Aug-2026 session.
- After completing Bachelor students can either go for BTTM Honors or Honors with Research if they maintain 7.5 CGPA till third year.
FOUR YEAR | Semester VII | Semester VIII | ||||
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits | Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits | |
DSC | Entrepreneurship in Tourism | 4 | DSC | Home stay and Resort Management | 4 | |
DSC | Indian Tourism Destinations | 4 | DSC | Service Marketing | 4 | |
DSC | Event Management | 4 | DSC | Risk and Disaster Management in Tourism | 4 | |
DSE | CRM in Tourism | 4 | Vocational | Digital Marketing | 2 | |
Vocational | Application Software in Tourism | 2 | DSC | Internship with VIVA voce | 6 | |
SEC | Research Methodology | 2 | DSE | Internship with VIVA voce | 6 | |
Total Credits | 20 | Total Credits | 26 | |||
Total Credits in Fourth Year | 46 | Cumulative Credits[FIRST YEAR + SECOND YEAR+THIRD YEAR+FOURTH YEAR] | 184 |
- To use the theoretical concept of Tourism in pragmatic approach.
- to be well versed with software’s relating to tourism industry
- Students can get employed in airports, airlines, travel and tourism industries, tour guides and escorts.
Admission Modalities
The admission modalities are with reference to the full-time campus programs offered by the ICFAI University, Sikkim. All applicants who meet the eligibility criteria specified for the program and have studied in English medium in their qualifying examination are eligible to apply. Final year students awaiting results can also apply. Their admission will be provisional, subject to qualifying in the final examination. The registration and admission of these applicants is liable to be cancelled in case they do not fulfill the eligibility criteria by September 19, 2024.
Semester System
The University follows semester pattern for all its programs. Each academic year consists of two semesters. Continuous evaluation is carried out through mid-semester examinations, assignments, quizzes etc., culminating in an end semester examination. The students also have to undergo faculty supervised internships for practical training.The medium of instruction is English
Eligibility
- The selection of applicants into the UG/PG programs of the University is subject to fulfilment of the eligibility criteria made through screening of the applications.
- Due weightage is given to academic distinction, honors and awards in sports, cultural events, extra-curricular activities viz debates, quizzes and adventure sports.
- All applicants meeting the selection criteria will be given a provisional admission subject to verification of the documents at the time of registration and payment of fee.
Registration
- All applicants having received the provisional admissions are required to present themselves with Original academic/other certificates and residence proof/HRDD Govt. of Sikkim allotment letters in case seeking fee concessions, for verification along with semester and other fees on the date of Registration.
- In addition, photocopies are also required to be submitted for retention in their record with the University. Original certificates will be returned after verification
Admission Criteria
- The selection of applicants into the UG/ PG programs of the University is subject to fulfilment of the eligibility criteria made through screening of the applications.
- Due weightage is given to academic distinction, honors and awards in sports, cultural events, extra-curricular activities viz debates, quizzes and adventure sports.
- All applicants meeting the selection criteria will be given a provisional admission subject to verification of the documents at the time of registration and payment of fee.
Special Reservation
- There shall be a special provision for admission of applicants belonging to the State of Sikkim in any course of the ICFAI University, Sikkim, which shall not be less than 25 (twenty-five) per cent of seats in each course/discipline subject to the applicants meeting the minimum qualifying requirements referred below.
- Seats remaining unfilled under special reservation may be filled up by allotting the same to applicants belonging to Open Category.
- The Government Quota students will be given a fee concession of 50% on program fees.
- In addition to the Government quota, seats will be reserved with fee concession for applicants from the state of Sikkim, GTA area and the nearby North Bengal region as per the mandate of the University to serve the educational needs of the state of Sikkim and the nearby areas.
Anti-ragging & Anti-sexual Harassment
The ICFAI University provides a ragging free campus. The University follows the UGC guidelines and norms regarding the anti-ragging and anti-sexual harassment policies. The students are required to submit the duly signed affidavit for Anti-ragging at the time of admission to the University.
Application Modalities
Guidelines on how to Complete the Application Form :
The applicants are advised to read the guidelines carefully before completing the Application Form for Admission.
Application Form :
- Please make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria before filling up the Application Form.
- Fill the Application Form in CAPITAL LETTERS.
- Please provide all available and correct information in appropriate sections.
- Make sure to sign the Application Form.
- Retain a photo copy of the Application Form along with documents stipulated.
- Demand Draft for Admission Fee (One Time) of ₹3,000/- as applicable for the program applied for, towards Admission Fee drawn in favor of “The ICFAI University, Sikkim-Fee Collection A/c” payable at Gangtok
Attested Copies of Certificates :
Applicants have to enclose attested copies of the following certificates (Attestation should be done by any Gazetted Officer/Principal of the College).
- Birth Certificate / Class X Certificate
- Marksheets of Class XII / Degree Certificates (as may be applicable)
- Fee concession (if applicable) requisite documents to be attached.
- Nationality Certificate/Proof, for foreign students only.
- Other certificates pertaining to academic and extra curricularactivities.
Submission of Application Form :
The completed application form along with the Admission Fee DD should be submitted or sent at the address given below
The ICFAI University, Sikkim, Ranka Road, Lower Sichey, Gangtok (Sikkim) - 737101.
E-mail: admissions@iusikkim.edu.in
The scanned application form and the Admission fee DD to be sent along with the courier consignment number to the e-mail address given above in case sent through mail or courier.
Fee Schedule
Admission Fee
Admission Fee (One Time) of ₹3,000/- for all programs is to be paid by all the students along with the application forms.
Exam Fee
All the students need to pay an amount of ₹2,000/- per semester for UG PG programs towards Exam Fee along with the Program Fee.
Caution Deposit
All students are required to pay a Caution Deposit (One Time) of ₹5,000/- along with the First Semester Fee. The Caution Deposit will be refunded without interest and after adjusting for dues, if any, to the students on completion of the Program.
Program Fee
Students have to pay the fee at the beginning of each semester, as per the due dates which will be notified separately at the relevant time.
Program |
Duration |
Category |
Fee in Rs. ** (Per Semester) |
BHM |
4 Years |
Non Domicile |
44,000 |
Domicile |
30,500 |
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Govt. Quota |
22,000 |
* The ICFAI University, Sikkim is enabling an equal opportunity for all. However, limited seats will be available for SC ST students with relaxation in the eligibility criteria as per the Govt. of Sikkim norms wherever applicable. Students awaiting for final year examination results are also eligible for admission. The Management reserves the right to accept or reject any application with valid ground/s.
# Note: Age restriction for Law Programs can be relaxed as per BCI guidelines.
** Fee Concession: The University proposes to give 50% of the program fee concession to the students coming from Sikkim Government Quota & 30% to the students from North East States, GTA Region & North Bengal respectively.
Remittance: All payments should be made by way of Demand Draft, banker’s cheque drawn in favor of “The ICFAI University, Sikkim - Fee Collection A/c” payable at Gangtok, Sikkim. or through University website only.
Merit Scholarships
The ICFAI University Sikkim offers merit scholarships to students pursuing the UG PG Programs. The scholarships are based on performance in Class XII (or equivalent)/ Graduation (or equivalent) and Semester-wise performance during the Program.
A. Merit Scholarships based on past academic record: Percentage of marks achieved in qualifying examination will decide the amount of scholarship. The Scholarship amount will be awarded in 2 equal instalments i.e. in the first and second semester of the program. The second instalment of the scholarship will be awarded on securing a minimum 8.00 GPA in the first semester. The students availing 50% program fee concession (i.e., Govt. Quota students) will not be eligible for scholarships based on Past Academic Record. However, they will be eligible for scholarships based on semester-wise performance. The scholarship details are as presented in the following table.
Aggregate % in qualifying examinatio | % of 1st Semester program fee given as merit scholarship |
= 90% | 75% |
= 80% - < 90% | 60% |
= 70% - < 80% | 50% |
All subjects will be taken into consideration for calculating the percentage for Entry Level Scholarship.
B. Merit Scholarships based on Semester-wise Performance: Up to 10% of the students of the batch will be awarded merit scholarships based on their Semester-wise performance (Details presented in the table given below). These scholarships are offered in addition to the scholarships based on the past academic record.
Academic Performance (CGPA) | Category I = 9.00 | Category II = 8.50 - < 9.00 | Category III = 8.00 - < 8.50 |
% of Program fee of the semester will be awarded as scholarship | 30% | 22% | 15% |