CBSE has decided to introduce five skill-based courses related to hospitality and tourism sector from the next academic session 2013-14 in a bid to tap its growing potential.
A recent study revealed that India is likely to witness a rapid increase in both domestic and international tourism. In an attempt to develop the employability skills in the sector,
CBSE is providing a platform to the students to get themselves enrolled in such skill-oriented courses at the high school level itself.
The courses related to hospitality and tourism sector include food production, food and beverage services, front office management, bakery and confectionery.
Principal Gurmant Kaur Gill, Guru Nanak International Public School, Model Town, said, "I feel that if CBSE launches such subjects at the high school level, they should be made available easily at the degree level too. I remember last time they launched some new vocational subject and it was not easily available at the college level so our students found it hard to continue pursuing the course."
The new courses will consist of vocational subjects for classes XI and XII were the students would be able to opt for one language and two academic subjects related to the field as per their interests.
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