Scottish Hospitality Academy

Surya Bikram Gyanwali Marga, New Baneshwor, Kathmandu

ABOUT

The phrase "à-la-carte" (pronounced /a: la: ‘ka:rt/) signifies "according to the menu" in the French language. In the realm of restaurant terminology, it is utilized to describe a menu offering items individually priced and ordered, providing customers with a multitude of choices. This term has transcended the culinary sphere and found application in various industries, denoting a sales model where customers can selectively choose individual components rather than being obligated to purchase predetermined packages.

The team at a-la-carte Hospitality comprises of dedicated professionals committed to cultivating high-quality human resources for the Global Hotel Industry.

They deliver a comprehensive array of hotel-related training programs tailored for individuals seeking swift employment in various segments of the hotel business, including Housekeeping, Food Production, Food and Beverage Services, Bartending, and Front Office.

The team extends Higher Diploma level vocational courses in Hospitality and Culinary Arts Management, officially approved by the Government of Nepal. Additionally, they hold affiliation with CTEVT Nepal, and have forged a collaboration with LCCI GQ for Diploma-level courses. These courses undergo quality assurance by the Scottish Qualification Authority, SQA, Scotland and are benchmarked at the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and Scottish Qualification Framework (SCQF).

The Institute also offers Short-term Training in the following:

Bakery
Waiter / Waitress
Bartender

Mission

To provide the required Professional Knowledge, Technical Skills and Attitude to the future Hoteliers with the aid of technology in the friendliest teaching and learning environment

Vision

To develop the highly motivated entrepreneurs and professionals for emerging global Hospitality Industry

Salient Features

Internship

The career center boasts numerous opportunities for individuals seeking professional growth. Their primary focus is on assisting students in securing international internship opportunities and facilitating global job placements, establishing strong connections with over 200 hotels worldwide. The center actively encourages qualified individuals to apply and potentially collaborate.

Currently, the team oversees a workforce of more than 50 staff and faculty members from diverse backgrounds.

Their unique career unit combines On-The-Job training with internships embedded within specific courses. The Culinary Arts program, in particular, is highly sought after for internships. The center has established partnerships with premier international chain hotels globally and is extending its reach to include collaborations with select local five-star hotels in specific countries. Graduates and interns affiliated with the center have successfully ventured into renowned properties in Nepal, India, China, Dubai, Qatar, and Malaysia.

Some notable establishments where interns and graduates have made their mark include:

Crowne Plaza Group of Hotels - China
Shangri-La, Malaysia
Hyatt-Nepal, Malaysia
Hilton, Malaysia
Sunway Putrajaya, Malaysia
Hydro Hotel - Penang, Malaysia
Zenith Hotel - Malaysia
Shangri-La- Sanya, China
Ritz Carlton - Sanya, China
Howard Johnson - Sanya, China
Hilton Doha The Pearl - Qatar
Hotel Swissôtel The Stamford - Singapore
Radisson Hotels Worldwide - Nepal, India

Credit Transfer

The Hospitality Programs offered by the institution have received accreditation from the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) and are aligned with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF). This global benchmarking provides students with a pathway to advance towards admissions at numerous universities and colleges abroad, allowing for the transfer of credits towards a Bachelor's Degree.