About the Business
Embark on a Journey of Excellence with NIPS Group – 18 Years of Transforming Lives!
From a humble beginning 18 years ago to a remarkable journey filled with ups and downs, NIPS Group has consistently strived to do its best and deliver the best. This unwavering dedication has led to NIPS Group’s current stature. On February 25, 2007, NIPS received the ‘Certificate of Honour’ as ‘One of the Best 5 Educational Institutes of the Nation’ in the Hotel Management category by the ‘Gurukuljyoti Award’ for Excellence in Education, 2006. This is just one of many awards and accolades that NIPS has garnered since its establishment in 1997, recognizing excellence in various fields of Hotel and Hospitality Management studies.
However, these accolades have not made NIPS complacent; they have instead fueled the institution to strive for greater excellence, to reach new heights, and to set higher standards. In addition to the flagship institution, ‘NIPS School of Hotel Management,’ the NIPS Group has established two other institutions: ‘NIPS School of Management’ and ‘Vista Concord School of Management.’ These three professional study institutes within the NIPS umbrella are committed to continuously enhancing their facilities and infrastructure to meet the evolving challenges of the rapidly growing hospitality and tourism industry.
Each course offered by the NIPS Group is designed to blend the rich Indian heritage and culture with Western Hotel and Hospitality Management education, providing students with world-class contemporary education in specific fields. This approach empowers NIPS students to gain a competitive edge and become future leaders.
With the globalization and opening up of the economy, industries have experienced a paradigm shift. Priorities have shifted to align with emerging needs. The institutes within the NIPS Group have designed and structured their courses to meet the current market demands. Their multidisciplinary approach, continuous industry interaction, and networks for quick access to the latest changes contribute to the holistic development of the students.
Quality Policy:
NIPS Group’s quality policy aims to provide students with a world-class education that combines the latest Western trends and techniques with India’s rich cultural heritage. This approach ensures that students receive a comprehensive and contemporary education.
Infrastructure:
NIPS currently operates two campuses: one in Mahishbathan, Sector V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata, and the other in EC-98, Sector I, Salt Lake City, Kolkata. A third campus in Sovabajar is expected to open its doors in 2012. Additionally, a luxury hotel is being planned near the Mahisbathan Campus, targeting both domestic and international guests for comfortable stays and providing valuable industry experience to Hotel Management students.
Facilities:
NIPS offers state-of-the-art facilities for management and IT studies, including spacious classrooms, conference halls, well-equipped e-libraries, and IT resource centers. The institution also provides top-notch facilities for hotel management studies, such as spacious classrooms, conference halls, well-equipped e-libraries, IT resource centers, and practical labs for food and beverage production, bakery and confectionery units, specialty restaurants, coffee shops, AC deluxe rooms, front office labs, and laundry facilities. NIPS also offers support services like accommodation, transportation, travel desk, support for higher studies abroad, and personality development programs.
Key Personnel:
– Chairman: Mr. P.D. Pathak
– Executive Director: Mr. Ashif Mushtaq Shah
– Director: Mr. Vivek Pathak
– Associate Director: Mrs. Mahrufa Shah
– Associate Director: Mrs. Arunima Sen Pathak
– Deputy Director: Mr. Joseph Uttam Gomes
– Principal: Mrs. Sonali Mukherjee Sarkar
Faculty:
NIPS Group boasts highly qualified and experienced faculty members who actively advise and consult with the industry. They work closely with industry experts, business consultants, and senior managers, creating a seamless link between classroom learning and real-world application.
Placement Support:
NIPS takes pride in its impressive placement record, with on and off-campus interviews. NIPS alumni have made their mark in prestigious organizations like TAJ, Welcome Group, Marriott, Le Meridien, Wipro, Westside, Pantaloons, GE Capital, Hyatt, Oberoi Group, Sheraton, Indian Airlines, Emirates, Jet Airways, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, Hyundai, BMW, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, HSBC, Al-Tamimi Group (Saudi Arabia), and more.
Courses Offered:
NIPS is one of the few institutes offering courses through West Bengal University of Technology (WBUT), State Council of Technical Education (AICTE approved), Punjab Technical University (PTU), and Bharat Sevak Sangh (BSS), all under one roof. The courses offered include:
– Diploma in Hotel Management (Awarded by West Bengal State Council of Technical Education, AICTE approved) – Duration: 3 Years
– Bachelor Degree in Hospitality Management – Duration: 3 Years
– BSc in Hotel Management, Catering and Tourism – Duration: 3 Years
– MBA in Hotel Management – Duration: 2 Years
Accolades and Recognitions
