About the Department
The Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management (THM), Faculty of Business Studies, University of Dhaka, was established in 2007. It was created to meet the growing need for highly qualified, trained professionals in tourism and hospitality, one of the largest and fastest-growing sectors of the global economy.
The Department combines industry-led teaching with market-oriented research. Classroom learning is paired with study tours, industrial visits, training and internships, so students gain practical exposure to real-world business. Its graduates now work as entrepreneurs, in government and in multinational organizations.
Vision & Mission
Vision
To equip learners with sound intellectual, entrepreneurial and practical business skills for careers in tourism, hospitality and related service sectors.
Mission
- 01 Uphold the highest professional standards of the tourism and hospitality industry
- 02 Deliver industry-relevant skills through a range of educational programs
- 03 Support life-long learning and continuing professional development
- 04 Enable international recognition of the qualifications it awards
Department at a Glance
- 2007 Established
- 21 Faculty Members
- 5 Professors
- 5 Programs