Kathmandu Academy of Tourism and Hospitality (KATH)

Hattisar, Kathmandu

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ClosesSeptember 16, 2026

Established in March 2002, the Kathmandu Academy of Tourism and Hospitality (KATH) is affiliated with Purbanchal University. The college focuses on delivering quality academic and practical training to prepare students for the tourism and hospitality sectors. The college offers the following programs:

Master of Tourism Studies (MTS)
Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Studies (BTTS), featuring two specialization pathways:
- Tourism and Accommodation Management (BTTS-ACOM)
- Airline Operation and Management (BTTS-AOM)
Bachelor in Information Technology (BIT)

OFFERED PROGRAMS - Purbanchal University

Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)48 Seats

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Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Studies (BTTS)40 Seats

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Master of Tourism Studies (MTS)30 Seats

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Salient Features

Teaching Methodology
The institution utilizes an interactive teaching methodology that integrates standard classroom lectures with practical tutorials. To enhance the learning experience, faculty members incorporate modern audio-visual aids, such as educational videos and LCD overhead projectors. This multimedia approach is designed to clarify academic concepts and encourage active student participation.
Extra-Curricular and Co-Curricular Activities
The college supports holistic student development through regular co-curricular events, practical programs, and active student clubs that foster leadership and teamwork. These initiatives complement academic learning while offering opportunities for external recognition and awards.
Internship Opportunities
To bridge the gap between theory and practice, the college provides structured internship placements in hospitality and tourism through its industry network. This training offers valuable hands-on experience, helping students develop essential professional skills before graduation.
Foreign Language Training
To enhance global career opportunities, the institution provides specialized foreign language training in Chinese and French. This training prepares students to communicate effectively in international hospitality and tourism environments.
Industry Partnership
The college maintains collaborative partnerships with various national and international tourism and hospitality organizations. These relationships help facilitate guest lectures, field visits, and career placement opportunities for students.
Library & Resource Center
The library and resource center provides an extensive collection of physical and digital titles in hospitality, tourism, and management. It features quiet reading zones and research support to facilitate focused self-study and project work.
Professional Labs
The college features practical training facilities, including a Reception & Front Office Lab, a Professional Training Kitchen, and a Coffee Lab & Training Café. These spaces provide students with hands-on experience in simulated hospitality environments.
Modern Classrooms
The institution features classrooms equipped with air conditioning and interactive digital boards. These facilities create a comfortable learning environment that supports technology-aided, interactive instruction.

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Established 2002 AD
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Students engaged in a collaborative group discussion during a classroom session.

Students participating in a trekking expedition along a mountain trail during an outdoor excursion.

A student receiving a certificate of participation upon the successful completion of a training workshop.

A student undergoing a formal assessment session following the completion of her internship program.

Students received an International Scholarship.

Students participating in a rafting session on the Trishuli River.

A group of students posing at a scenic viewpoint during the Ghorepani-Ghandruk trek.

ABOUT US

Kathmandu Academy of Tourism and Hospitality (KATH), established in March 2002, is a college affiliated with Purbanchal University. Founded with the guiding maxim “Tourism for Prosperity and Peace,” the academy aims to address the demand for skilled human resources in Nepal’s tourism and hospitality sectors. KATH focuses on imparting the knowledge and practical skills students need to prepare for careers in both the private and public sectors of tourism management.

The college offers a selection of academic programs designed to meet current industry requirements:

Master of Tourism Studies (MTS)
Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Studies (BTTS), featuring two specialization pathways:
- Tourism and Accommodation Management (BTTS-ACOM)
- Airline Operation and Management (BTTS-AOM)
Bachelor in Information Technology (BIT)

KATH is supported by a dedicated team of qualified faculty members. Alongside its core degree programs, the academy conducts short-duration, tailor-made training programs for national and international organizations. It has successfully collaborated on training initiatives with the Government of Nepal's Department of Immigration, the Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation Program (TRPAP), Eco-Himal, and the UN/MEDEP project. Additionally, the college organizes various co-curricular events and practical programs, with its students having previously earned recognition, including the WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarship and the Pasang Lhamu Mountaineering Foundation Gold Medal.

Mission

To provide quality hospitality, management and technology education that integrates academic rigor with practical training, fosters industry partnerships, and equips graduates with the skills and global outlook to excel in the dynamic world.

Vision

To be Nepal's premier institution for hospitality, management and technology education, producing globally competent professionals who contribute to national development and national prosperity.

Values

Technology-Focused Curriculum
Industry-Oriented Learning
Experienced Faculty
Strong Placement Network
Maximum Industry Exposure
Seven Active Student Clubs

Message from the Founder and Chairman

It has been my lifelong conviction that tourism is Nepal's most powerful engine of growth — not simply for revenue, but for dignity, cultural exchange, and community upliftment. When I founded the Kathmandu Academy of Tourism and Hospitality in 2002, I carried with me over three decades of industry experience — from the reservation counters of Royal Nepal Airlines to international development projects with the ILO and UNDP in Bali, Indonesia.

I have watched Nepal's tourism landscape transform profoundly across six decades. I have seen how the quality of human capital— trained, confident, and ethical professionals — determines whether we truly harness this nation's extraordinary potential. KATH was built on that belief: that every student who walks through our doors deserves not just a certificate, but a calling.

Our curriculum has been shaped by real industry practice, not theory alone. Having served on the Academic Council of Purbanchal University, chaired the Hotel Management & Travel/Tourism Subject Committee under HSEB Nepal, and contributed to national tourism policy as a member of the Ministry of Tourism's task force, I have ensured that KATH graduates are equipped for the realities of a competitive, rapidly evolving global industry.

It is deeply humbling to have received recognition from Nepal's highest offices — from former Vice-President Parmanand Jha to the honourable Education Minister — for contributions to tourism education and social development. These honours belong equally to every student, colleague, and institution partner who has been part of the KATH journey.

As I look ahead, my aspiration remains unchanged: that KATH will continue producing graduates who represent Nepal with excellence, integrity, and warmth — ambassadors of a country whose hospitality is as magnificent as its mountains. You are most warmly welcome to join us.

Sudhir Adhikari

Founder and Chairman