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Global Academy of Tourism & Hospitality Education Mandikhatar, Kathmandu, Nepal

Swiss School of Tourism & HospitalityChur, Switzerland

GATE - Because I care !

Tribhuvan University

Winner of XII World Hospitality Awards for “Best Innovative Training Programme”

Paris, 2011

International Award

HospitalitySchool AwArds

Food safety National award, 2011endorsed by

EuropEan unionGovernment of nepal

Ministry of agriculture & CooperativesDFTQC

uniTED naTionsinDusTrial DEvElopMEnT orGanizaTion

BHM Equivalent by

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contents

Demo Outlet - Expresso Bar

Message from the CEO (SSTH)

Message from the CEO (GATE)

About GATE

Our Features

GATE and its Industry Partnerships

Academic Affiliations

Awards & Accreditations

GATE Student Statistics

Swiss School of Tourism & Hospitality

GATE-SSTH Higher Diploma inHotel & Restaurant Management

GATE-SSTH Diploma inHotel Operation

Key to Academic Transcript

Events at GATE

You Turned My World Around

Testimonials

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Demo Restaurant - La Mezzaluna


Message from the CEO (SSTH)

Anything But Ordinary

Nepal and Switzerland are both beautiful small countries and both host a multicultural society. In my opinion, being small allows special attention to be paid to the individual. This empathy is the core of cross-cultural competence, the key competence in the 21st century – certainly globally, but especially in the hospitality industry.

What is of value to Nepal and to Switzerland is also true for GATE and SSTH. The global hospitality industry is huge and opportunities seem endless, students (and travelers) are often unable to cope with this that is why it is crucial to create an environment where students are enabled to take long term decisions for their life. GATE and SSTH are both small enough to care and big enough to lead.

Each one of us is born an individual, unique of its kind. Driven by competition and economies of scale our society has sometimes chosen to standardize; we find restaurant chains, clothes stores and coffee shops around the world that seem to be alike, as if they would follow a common identity. The processes and the communication behavior of companies follow checklists, products are labeled, but while everything may be better, brighter and more varied, it is actually increasingly the same. Often today’s companies and individuals continually compare themselves; the effect is that they become adjusted, but adjustment is just another word for exchangeability!

It is the cultural difference that inspires us on our journeys, the vibrating hustle and bustle of an Arab bazaar, the hot and humid air saturated with the smell of Asian food, the sound of silence and the clear starry sky of the desert, or the special crunching of snow under foot on a cold winter’s day: these treasures are unique!

Neither SSTH, nor GATE or you as an individual shall ever abandon yourself to an adjustment process; instead of, just by imitating someone else will never get you to the top - merely to the middle. I’d like to encourage you to search for your special talents and gifts by bringing your talents into work and into society, to become valuable, inspirational and incomparable.

By using the words of Paolo Coelho, “Be crazy! But learn how to be crazy without being the center of attention. Be brave enough to live different.”

Best wishes for your journey!

Dr. Ursula Gehbauer TichlerChief Executive OfficerSSTH Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality Ltd.

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Message from the CEO (GATE)Welcome message from the CEO (GATE)

I am very delighted to welcome you at GATE, an award winning, forward-thinking academy that has become an integral part of the world’s most dynamic and largest industry, Tourism & Hospitality. Having achieved world-class recognition at the “Worldwide Hospitality Awards in Paris – 2011” and also having won the National Award for “Food Safety” awarded by the government of Nepal, I certainly can say that our academy has an abundance of educational wealth to offer.

GATE – Global Academy of Tourism & Hospitality Education offers a preferred platform to those who aspire to build their career in the global job market. This is aided by our passion for quality, plus an association with the world-famous Swiss School SSTH (Swiss School of Tourism & Hospitality), which has produced thousands of successful hospitality leaders presently working around the globe. SSTH also has a 45+ year track record in hospitality education excellence. In addition, the GATE degree has been already recognized as a Bachelors Degree equivalent by “Tribhuvan University”, the largest and most historic national university of Nepal.

Nepal’s location between two neighboring economic giants, China and India, certainly lends enormous potential to the country in terms of tourism and hospitality. The industry has always been a leading source of foreign income and a medium to improve the lives of those involved. Considering strong regional growth and a partnership with Swiss hospitality education experts, there is no doubt that GATE will continue its growing leadership role in the Nepal hospitality education space. The hospitality industry requires leaders who are conscious of quality and serve with their heart. These leaders must also be wise and perfectly blend focus, up-to-date knowledge and skills with a down-to-earth attitude. All these qualities ensure a great future in the world’s largest and fastest growing industries.

With the present global industry outlook, it is clear that the market is still in great need for hospitality professionals, hence promising a variety of global opportunities for successful graduates. One needs to develop uncompromising quality, a high leavel of professionalism and respect for others, along with discipline, commitment and passion for what they do in order to pave the way towards a dream career. GATE is committed to nurturing these values and supplementing relevant learning by providing access to International faculty and lecturers of 7 nationalities. I take immense pleasure in congratulating all our students for choosing the world’s most fascinating industry and selecting GATE to unleash their hidden potential.

Respectfully,

Khem R. Lakai, CHEFounder / Chief Executive OfficerGATE Global Academy of Tourism & Hospitality Education


About GATE

GATE (Global Academy of Hospitality and Tourism Education) delivers management-focused practical based hospitality education and training programs as demanded by the world’s largest service industry. GATE is committed to contemporary and practical international hospitality education. With an emphasis on both theoretical and practical learning, GATE is global in its outlook, hence understands and values the local need while assuring the quality of a disciplined work culture. Adopting a Swiss study model and Swiss applied education concepts, GATE’s internationally accepted higher diploma program has time-tested advantages for our students in Nepal.

GATE, the first international ISO 9001:2008 certified hospitality college in Nepal, was established in May 2007. Due to the strong Swiss support from our affiliate college, that has over 45 years of excellence in hospitality education and a strong and determined highly qualified national and international team, GATE is already reputed as one of the Nepal’s best hospitality colleges in a short period.

ISO 9001:2008 Certified

GATE from Front Greenery at GATE Ambiance GATE

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GATE Higher Diploma Program is articulated and accredited by the SSTH, Swiss School of Tourism & Hospitality, which has a large international networking and has various level programs at their campuses in Passugg and Chur of Canton Graubundon, the renowned holiday corner of Switzerland. GATE is also planning to develop a MBA program in hospitality with close association with leading hotel management school and University.

GATE, in affiliation with SSTH, offers two courses for students who want to achieve an academic success to pursue a career in Hospitality, Tourism and Service Industry. GATE-SSTH Higher Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant program is equivalent to Bachelor Degree in Hotel Management, accredited by Tribhuvan University, and approved by the Ministry of Education, Government of Nepal.

Panoramic View Switzerland Skiing on Glorious Mountain, Switzerland


To care for the learning and career needs of our most valuable assets (our students) while helping them realize their true potential. To create an admirable, world-class base with the help of our colleagues, educators and shareholders with special focus on respect, integrity and passion.

Our Mission Statement

To create one of the world’s best platforms for education and careers in hospitality and tourism, thus making each and every GATE graduate highly qualified, most demanded and sought after in today’s extremely competitive global job markets.

Wisdom, Service, Potential

Our Vision

Our Core Values

Demo Restaurant - La Luna

Buddha Jyanti at GATE

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Our Features

Facilities• College located in peaceful and greenery environment away from pollution

• Digital Library Concept

• Computer Lab with Uninterrupted Wireless Access

• Fully equipped Practical Kitchen

• Well designed Demo Restaurant

• Hot & Cold Espresso Bar

• Cafeteria

• Real Job Practice in Partner Hotels

• Multipurpose Hall

• Conference Room

• Locker Facilities

• Spacious Playground and Parking

• On the Job Training Opportunities in the most respected events in the nation

Key Features• National & International Recognition

• World Famous Swiss School Affiliation

• Credit Transfer to Partner Universities

• Regular Visiting Faculty

• Frequent Flying Faculty

• On the Job Training

• Internship in Nepal or Abroad

• Alumni Students’ Association

• Students’ Clubs & Activities

• SQC, Creative Circle & Toastmasters

• Students’ Council

• Audio/Visual Integrated Culinary Studio

• GATE Consulting Services

• Food Hygiene Certification

Culinary Arts Instructors GATE Family


GATE and itsIndustry Partnerships

GATE takes this opportunity to thank all the organizations which havecontinuously supported the college in various ways. Our students have gained invaluable exposure because of the opportunities provided by them.

M. Douglas Clark & Associates, USA

Manama, Bahrain

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Academic Affiliations

GATE would like to express its heartfelt thanks to all the academic affiliates around the globe. Without their unflinching support, the college would not have achieved the success and the success stories (of our students) within such a short period of time.

TriBHUvan UnivErsiTynEpal


Awards & Accreditations

Swiss Schoolof Tourism and Hospitality

State Recognized

Ministry of Education,Government of Nepal

Nepal's �rstISO certi�ed Academy

ISO 9001:2008

Awards and Recognitions

Swiss Schoolof Tourism and Hospitality

State Recognized

Ministry of Education,Government of Nepal

Nepal's �rstISO certi�ed Academy

ISO 9001:2008

Awards and Recognitions

GATE is registered with the Government of Nepal, and is approved by the Ministry of Education, Nepal.

Tribhuvan University, in Nepal, has accredited GATE’s programs and courses, and has given equivalence

to GATE’s Higher Diploma as Bachelor degree in Hotel Management. GATE has become the Nepal’s

first academy to be certified by UKAS (URS) with ISO 9001:2008 in Hospitality Management. In the short

period of its existence, GATE has boastfully and honorably became “the winner of the prestigious XII World

Hospitality Awards” for “Best Innovative Training Programme” held in Paris, 2011. Due to its excellent

teamwork, well organized system and dedication towards food hygiene, GATE has been awarded with “Food

Safety National Award, 2011”. Not only this, we also provide basic food hygiene training and certification,

endorsed by DFTQC (Department of Food Technology and Quality Control), HAN (Hotel Association of

Nepal), and NTB (Nepal Tourism Board).

Food safety National award, 2011endorsed by

EuropEan unionGovernment of nepal

Ministry of agriculture & CooperativesDFTQC

uniTED naTionsinDusTrial DEvElopMEnT orGanizaTion

Winner of XII World Hospitality Awards for “Best Innovative Training Programme”

Paris, 2011

International Award

HospitalitySchool AwArds

TriBHUvan UnivErsiTynEpal

Food Safety National Award, 2011

Best Innovative Training Programme Paris, 2011

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GATE Student StatisticsGATE Student Enrollment Statistics

GATE Student Internship Statistics – National and International


SSTH: The SchoolFounded in 1967, and now one of the foremost institutions of Hospitality Management Training and Education in Switzerland, SSTH is an educational establishment with a global outlook. At any one time there are around 50 nationalities represented in the student body as a whole, leading to remarkable opportunities to make lifetime friendships with people from diverse areas and cultures. A unique advantage is the fact that SSTH has a parallel school, operating in the same building, where Hotel Management classes are conducted in the German language. The majority of students in the German speaking division of the school are Swiss, which gives the opportunity to make lasting friendships with people from Switzerland itself, as well as from the other nationalities. Educational and cultural experiences are not just about sitting in a classroom, but to diversify the experiences and live them to the fullest.

Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality Ltd.Comercialstrasse 19, P.O. Box, 7007 Chur, SwitzerlandTel. +41 81 255 11 11, Fax +41 81 255 11 [email protected]

Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality

SSTH, Switzerland


Swiss Fine Arts of Hospitality Education Now in NepalGATE - Global Academy of Tourism and Hospitality Education is an official affiliated hospitality college of the world famous Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality (SSTH), which has produced thousands of global hospitality leaders, and whose records of accomplishment spans over 40 years in the excellent hospitality education in Switzerland. GATE offers the first ever GATE-SSTH Higher Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Management, a three year course dedicated to make excellence a habit, in Nepal.

Why Swiss Degree?The Swiss tradition of precision in service is universally acclaimed. Many management positions in leading hotels and tourism outlets throughout the world are occupied by Swiss educated professionals that make Swiss Hospitality Education a benchmark for quality.

What are the prospects after the Higher Diploma?After acquiring the world renowned Swiss Higher Diploma, you may choose to begin your career in any of the major functional departments of a reputed hotel or service industry which includes, but is not limited to, chefs, pastry chef, executive chef, Corporate Executive, Bar Manager, Barista, Front office, Housekeeping, and other service related positions within the country or abroad. Furthermore, you may accumulate two years of work experience in the above-mentioned departments in order to join the MBA Program in the west or do the Post Graduate Diploma or Degree right away with GATE’s accredited university in Switzerland, Australia, USA, UK, France, to name a few, or simply enroll for Master Degree in Nepal. You are only limited by your ability to choose from abundant opportunities we offer that are all equally attractive.

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Career Opportunities

• Bar and Restaurant Manager

• Public Relations Manager

• Guest Relations Manager

• Front Office Manager

• Duty Manager

• Banquet Manager

• Sales and Marketing Manager

• Senior Manager

• Restaurant Supervisor

• Chef

and many more

GATE-SSTH Higher Diploma inHotel & Restaurant Management

The three-year program prepares you for a general management and business career in the hospitality industry. To be successful you need to be trained in all areas of management in both theory and practice. The basis of the first part of this program is oriented on hospitality operations, comprising food & beverage, cuisine, housekeeping, lodging, administration and languages. With a deep and firm foundation, you will be well prepared for on the job training responsibilities.

An entire internship year is dedicated to practical training and development to establish you as a prominent member of the world’s largest service industry.

After internship completion, the final year of academic studies is focused on managerial subjects. In addition, the third year will be accompanied by seminars and project work, and you will write a diploma paper (Thesis).

GATE-SSTH Higher Diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Management is equivalent to the state recognized Hotelier-Restaurateur HF diploma of the German language division, and carries a worldwide acceptance.

This program offers 100% credit transfer to any Swiss School at any given semester.

Oath of Honour


Code Second Semester Subjects

Code Fourth Semester Subjects

Code Sixth Semester Subjects

Curriculum Overview

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Code First Semester Subjects

Code Third Semester Subjects

Code Fifth Semester Subjects

HDH&RM-101 Introduction to Hotel and Tourism Industry

HDH&RM-102 Housekeeping Operation and Management

HDH&RM-103 Beverage Knowledge

HDH&RM-104 Food and Beverage Service Theory

HDH&RM-105 Food and Beverage Service Practical

HDH&RM-106 Restaurant Service & Operation

HDH&RM-107 Principles of Management

HDH&RM-108 Information Technology Application-I

HDH&RM-109 Internship Preparation

HDH&RM-110 Applied English

HDH&RM-111 Learning and Success Skills

HDH&RM-112 Basic French/Mandarin Language

HDH&RM-501 Industrial Exposure (Internship One) Internship Report

HDH&RM-301 Food & Beverage Control

HDH&RM-302 Corporate English

HDH&RM-303 Financial Accounting

HDH&RM-304 Information Technology Application-III

HDH&RM-305 Economics

HDH&RM-306 Sales and Marketing

HDH&RM-307 Business Statistics & Research Methodology

HDH&RM-308 Event & Convention Management

HDH&RM-309 Fundamentals of Project Management

HDH&RM-310 Customer Relationship Management (Optional)

HDH&RM-311 Gaming Management (Optional)

HDH&RM-312 German Language Studies II

HDH&RM-313 Organizational Behavior

HDH&RM-201 Introduction to Hotel Accounting

HDH&RM-202 Room Division Operation and Management

HDH&RM-203 Cuisine Theory

HDH&RM-204 Cuisine Practice

HDH&RM-205 Food Sciences, Nutrition and Sanitation

HDH&RM-206 Information Technology Application-II

HDH&RM-207 Front Office Computer


HDH&RM-209 German Language Studies I

HDH&RM-601 Industrial Exposure (Internship Two) Internship Report

HDH&RM-401 Hospitality Industry Law

HDH&RM-402 Facilities Management

HDH&RM-403 E-Learning / E-Commerce

HDH&RM-404 Tourism and Hospitality Marketing

HDH&RM-405 Managerial Accounting

HDH&RM-406 International Hotel Management

HDH&RM-407 Human Resource Management

HDH&RM-408 Project Management Applications

HDH&RM-409 Special Interest Seminar

HDH&RM-410 Cross Culture Competence (Optional)

HDH&RM-411 Entrepreneurship (Optional)

HDH&RM-412 Dissertation (Thesis)

HDH&RM-413 Quality and Environmental Mgmt

HDH&RM-414 Sociology & Anthropology of Tourism

1st Academic Semester21 weeks (35 credits)

3rd Academic Semester21 weeks (35 credits)

Internship Semester One6 months (15+3 credits)

2nd Academic Semester21 weeks (35 credits)

4th Academic Semester21 weeks (35 credits)

Internship Semester Two6 months (15+3 credits)


Career Opportunities

• Bar and Restaurant Entrepreneur

• Guest Relations Officer

• Sales and Marketing Personnel

• Training and Development Manager

• Front Office Assistant

• Duty Manager

• Banquet Manager

• Restaurant Supervisor

• Chef

and many more

GATE-SSTH Diploma inHotel Operation

The two-year program prepares you for a management career in one of the operational departments of a hotel or restaurant. Organizational skills, communication and front of house orientation are important attributes for students who are looking for a career in hotel operations. The basis of this program is practice oriented; the first semester focuses on practical and theoretical in-house training in lodging, housekeeping, food and beverage services, communications, languages and information technology.

The second semester is focused on cuisine, Room Division, Food Science, communications, language and information technology. The one-year internship will help you to improve your skills and prepare yourself for your future career.

This program offers 100% credit transfer to any Swiss School at any given semester.

Culinary Education by Chef from UK


Code Fourth Semester Subjects

Curriculum Overview

Code Second Semester Subjects

Year 1Code First Semester Subjects

HDH&RM-101 Introduction to Hotel and Tourism Industry

HDH&RM-102 Housekeeping Operation and Management

HDH&RM-103 Beverage Knowledge

HDH&RM-104 Food and Beverage Service Theory

HDH&RM-105 Food and Beverage Service Practical

HDH&RM-106 Restaurant Service & Operation

HDH&RM-107 Principles of Management

HDH&RM-108 Information Technology Application-I


HDH&RM-110 Applied English

HDH&RM-111 Learning and Success Skills

HDH&RM-112 Basic French/Mandarin Language

HDH&RM-201 Introduction to Hotel Accounting

HDH&RM-202 Room Division Operation and Management

HDH&RM-203 Cuisine Theory

HDH&RM-204 Cuisine Practice

HDH&RM-205 Food Sciences, Nutrition and Sanitation

HDH&RM-206 Information Technology Application-II

HDH&RM-207 Front Office Computer


HDH&RM-209 German Language Studies I

1st Academic Semester21 weeks (35 credits)

2nd Academic Semester21 weeks (35 credits)

Year 2Code Third Semester Subjects

HDH&RM-501 Industrial Exposure (Internship One) Internship Report

HDH&RM-601 Industrial Exposure (Internship Two) Internship Report

Internship Semester One6 months (15+3 credits)

Internship Semester Two6 months (15+3 credits)

Honorary GATE Team

Worldwide Hospitality Awards Paris, 2011


Eligibility for Admission

• Successful completion of 10+2 or GCE - A levels (Cambridge University)

• Must have studied English as first language or attended English subjects carrying full marks.

• Minimum score of 6.0 in IELTS and 5.5 in TOEFL would be an advantage.

• One reference letter from the previous school, additional would be an advantage.

Any other accredited academic stream should provide equivalency from a Higher Secondary Board or based on recognition from National University.

Admission ProcedureAny eligible candidate for GATE must submit an application in the prescribed form for En-

tranceTest. The applicant must enclose the application form along with the copies of

• Certified testimonial of all examinations passed

• Equivalency, Transfer and Character Certificates

• Two recent passport-sized photographs

• A recommendation letter from previous school and /or college

• Health certificate

• Financial certificate

IX batch Welcome eventWelcoming the US Students from Mountain Fund - at GATE


Admission TestThe applicants must attend the tailor-made admission test to analyze their abilities and motivation for program. If certain criteria are lacking, we may ask candidates to take basic courses such as Basic English for Hospitality. Further admission procedures:

• Personal interview

• Group analysis

• G – Test

Intakes • January - February

• August - September

Master Chef Alfred Gafner

Food Festival - GATE Cultural Exchange Program

Yummy Dessert


Key to Academic Transcript

CREDITA credit is equivalent to a minimum of 18 contact hours in each semester.

GRADING SYSTEMAt the end of each semester, students are awarded grades that are based on the marks obtained in various segments of the course evaluation. Final evaluation of the course is carried out on a six-point grading system.

GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)The grade point represents a student’s performance in a course, and takes the number ofCredits as well as the numerical value of the grade into account. To determine GPA, thenumber of credits for the course is multiplied by the numerical value of the grade.

SESSION GRADE POINT AVERAGE (SGPA)The session grade point average (SGPA) represents a student’s overall performance for all courses in a given session. To calculate the session grade point average, the sum of GPA is divided by the sum of all course credits taken by the student during the session.

CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (CGPA)The cumulative grade point average represents the student’s performance in all courses that makes up his or her program of studies. To calculate the cumulative grade point average (CGPA), the sum of all grade points is divided by the sum of all course credits taken by the student which are part of his or her program of studies.

Letter Grade

SWISS GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)

Equivalent Marks(%) Remarks

A+ 6.0 94% or more Passed with Merit

A 5.5 86% - 93% Excellent

B 5.0 77% - 85% Good

C 4.5 68% - 76% Average

D 4.0 60% - 67% Satisfactory

F 3.5 50% - 59% Failed

F 3.0 40% - 49% Failed

F 2.5 30% - 39% Failed

F 2.0 30% or less Failed

I - - Incomplete/Absent

W - - Withdrawn

NC - - Non-Credit Course


Decimals are rounded to the next highest number if the third decimal is 5 or higher and to the next lowest number if the third decimal is 4 or lower.

CGPA is calculated at the end of a program. The overall performance is reported by CGPA, which is calculated as follows:

CGPA = { c1g1 + c2g2 + c3g3 + .......... } / { c1 + c2 + c3 + ........... }

Where c1, c2, c3, ..... denotes credits associated with the course and g1, g2, g3, .... denotes grades earned by the student in the respective course.

Levels PA Points Description Definition

LEVEL 2:ADDITIONAL

CONTRIBUTION100 Excellent

Student has shown substantial initiative, made an excellentcontribution, and his/her attitude and behavior is highly recommended.

90 - 99 GoodStudent has shown initiative, made a pro-active contribution, and his/her attitude and behavior is recommended by the school.

LEVEL 1:MINIMUM

REQUIREMENTS80 - 89 Average

Student has fulfilled all necessary standards and expectations of the school.

70 - 79Marginal

PerformanceStudent has satisfied the minimum requirement.

FAIL < 70 Fail

Student does not satisfy minimum standards.Student has no right to Industry Training.Student does not have the right to graduate.Student in 1st term will be on probation for 2nd term. If thereis no improvement by Week 5 of Term 2, the school has theright to suspend or expel the student.

PERSONAL ATTITUDE POINT SYSTEM (PA Points)This refers to the attitude and behavioral standards that you ought to show to any national and international employer every day in order to exhibit and perform at your Industry Training job. Here at GATE, you start out with100 PA Points and you may not fall below 70 at any time during your tenure with us. Any points lost will not be recoupable. If you fall below 70 points at any time in your academic time with us, you will not be able to go to Industry Training or graduate from your course.

CGPA REMARKS

5.5 TO 6.0 MERIT/DISTINCTION

5.0 TO LESS THAN 5.5 FIRST DIVISION

4.5 TO LESS THAN 5.0 SECOND DIVISION

4.0 TO LESS THAN 4.5 PASS

LESS THAN 4.0 FAIL

The CGPA defines the overall performance category GRADUATION REQUIREMENTFor graduation, a student has to meet the following requirements:• Completion of all courses prescribed for the

particular area of the study in which the degree is to be granted.

• A cumulative grade point average of at least 4.0• Completion of the prescribed courses within 5

years from the date of admission


Events at GATE

H.E. the Japanese Ambassador Mr. Tatsuo Mizuno with Chirag, Culinary student

Mr. Anjil Shakya receiving an appreciation from H.E. the U.S. Ambassador Scott H. Delisi

Mr. Uddhav Shrestha receiving award from H.E. the Swiss Ambassdor Mr. Thomas Gass

H.E. the Swiss Ambassador Mr. Thomas Gass on Swiss National Day

11 Gold Medal Winner Willy Graf at GATE Bakery

H.E. the Srilankan Ambassador Thosapala Newageat GATE


Events at GATE

International Buddhist Academy Fund Raising Event

Swiss Food Festival at Gokarna Resort

Swiss Jazz Concert at Embassy of Switzerland, Nepal

IX batch Welcome event

GATE Students Entertaining at Orphanage Home

Street Cleaning IV Batch Students


Events at GATE

Swiss National Day Celebration

Blood Donation at GATE College

Cultural Exchange Program

Canadian Students Visiting GATE

GATE Assisting ANFA in AFC Challenge Cup

Students ready for Street Cleaning Project


Events at GATE

IBA Fund Raising Event

Hospitality Training at Hotel Shanker

Pushker Shah at the Top of the Mount Everest

Tony Haegan book launch atEmbassy of Switzerland, Nepal

Safe Street Food Initiative in Partnership with Maiti Nepal

Graduation Day, 2011


You Turned My World Around!

Well I am very grateful to the CEO for giving me a chance to be part of GATE where I learned to beindependent, confident, to face the problems that we come across, and most importantly respect everyone. The best part about GATE is that it is focused on the practical knowledge too, which is very important for a BHM student. GATEorganizes different functions such as the street cleaning program, welcome program, Food and Wine program, among others that motivate and encourage the students to illustrate their skills and explore their potentials.

Working at Hotel Radisson Diplomat in Bahrain has been a wonderful experience. I feel lucky to get a chance to work and have the practicalknow-how about the hotel industry from here. The staffs here are very polite and extremely helpful by giving us the necessary information about different sectors of F&B department. I am very grateful to GATE for opening thisdoor in helping me build my career in hotelmanagement.

Amrita Dahal, GATE-SSTH 2nd BatchCompleted her internship at The Diplomat Radisson Blu, Bahrain.

My experience in coming to Malaysia and working at Holiday Inn andIntercontinental Hotel Groups as an intern has been good andchallenging at times—both being highlyeducational. It has been a great opportunity working with the best students of Natham, the oldest hospitality educational institution in Nepal. The GATE students, on the other hand, were not only good friends but also like a family.

Working at the Holiday Inn and theIntercontinental Hotel Group has been a grand experience and a once in a lifetime opportunity where I am getting to live and be part of theMalaysian way of life for one year. Unlike theinterns in the west, I am getting food andlodging provisions along with other benefits such as transportation facilities.

Malaysia has been voted as one of the top 10 places in the world to visit by Lonely Planet for it being the destination that provides best value for money. Whereas people from all over the world spend thousands of dollars to come visit this must-see place, I deem myself extremely fortunate to be working here.

Despite the language barrier, which can be quite tedious at times, the encouraging words of my professors from my homeland have helped me overcome the difficulties.

Sanjeevan Acharya, GATE-SSTH 1st BatchCompleted his internship at Holiday Inn,Glenmarie, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.


Greetings from Dubai!

I am very proud to be called the students of GATE because IHG Team and Great guests have enjoyed my service culture. I am very thankful to GATE as a team for making my future bright by providing practical knowledge which was the essence of all and it has always been fruitful to me. The study skills by Ms Deborah Koehler has been like divine words to me which helped me stand stronger and be 100% of myself what I am today. Furthermore, the prediction about me from the CEO came true. I was meant to work in Guest Relations and I did it. Thank you once again!

Kind Regards,

Maya Maharjan, GATE-SSTH 1st BatchPresently working at IntercontinentalDubai Festival City

I couldn’t help but laugh the first time I read the mission statement of GATE: “Our Students are our most valuableassets.” However, over due course of time Irealized that this was not just limited to words and that GATE really is focused on fulfilling its goal. The stress on developing a healthyattitude has been the most important lesson I have learned and I know is what matters the most in the hospitality industry all over the world.

Leadership opportunities and problem solvingskills are the key features to attain success at GATE, which has managed to create itsown niche in the short span of time since itsinception. I feel proud to say that I am a GATE product and feel confident to face whatever challenges may come my way. I now strongly believe that leaders are those who dare to lead. I hope GATE upholds its values and retains its pinnacle position in imparting knowledge on hospitality management in the future.

Bibek Poudel, GATE-SSTH 1st BatchPresident – ECO Club NepalCompleted his internship at Holiday Inn,Glenmarie, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

You Turned My World Around!


Testimonials“For us at Maiti Nepal, we feel that GATE has actually been a “GOLDEN GATE” for it has opened its Gate to give opportunity for the most deprived and stigmatized girls who feel that they are also dignified human beings despite what happened in their lives. Now they are confident to say that they can survive in this world because of what they got from GATE.”

Anuradha KoiralaPresidentMaiti Nepal

“At a time of crisis when nothing seems to be functional in Nepal and thousands of youths leave for abroad in pursuit of good quality education; GATE has turned the wheel around. Under the able leadership, GATE has successfully provided quality education and exemplary discipline of international standards. I look forward to hearing more success stories in the future. Congratulations!”

Santosh ShahPresident, Today’s Youth AsiaPanelist, United Nations Youth Advisory Panel

“From the very first day I met a young Nepalese man in Dubai, some 5 years ago. I advised him to serve his nation, and I foresee Nepal, one day, in our life time, as a peaceful, democratic and emerging nation and economy. You must serve this nation and consider me as your mentor-father. Khem, to the truest sense of the word, devoted his endless energy in promoting this sea of understanding and creating a new breed of managers in hospitality industry, with GATE. This is the foundation of a graceful hospitable people, I admire and I pray for GATE and for all Nepalese people, a bright future. My heart and soul is with you for your endeavors.”

Hussain NajadiFounder PresidentAiak Swiss Groupwww.aiakswiss.com

“When I visited GATE, I could feel that this is not just another college but more. Students not only learn for exams, but for life; they not only learn how to run a hotel business, but get the true spirit of hospitality and responsibility; they not only learn to care for their customers, but also for the society, nature and future of Nepal. What has been achieved during the first two years of GATE is highly impressive and shows what is possible with diligence, passion and a positive spirit – Yes, Nepali can!”

Sara ElmerLecturer in Global History at ETH-Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, ZurichBoard Member of Swiss Nepali Society


“Education is a necessity and asset of life. GATE is doing a tremendous job by preparing their students for a future career in the hospitality industry.”

Martin KromerManaging DirectorYin Yang Restaurant, Thamel(A Swiss entrepreneur operating business inNepal for over a decade.)

“It was a real pleasure when I was in Nepal to spend some time at the GATE College itself. It is a hive of activity, striving to provide world class hospitality training to a wonderfully committed group of students. The CEO’s enthusiasm and international experience is infectious and spreads across the College. From what I have witnessed the training is first class and as result, the students can expect to contribute to furthering Nepal’s reputation at home and abroad.”

Mark DavidsonChief Wine MakerTamburlaine Vineyard (Australia)

“The phrase ‘Special Relationship’ is often used to describe the exceptional. Having the opportunity to be associated with the GATE is truly a privilege. It is a forward thinking organization, one that possesses great vision, character, values and integrity. Under the leadership of Founder (Khem Lakai), GATE has tremendous possibilities. How far reaching, as far as the east is from the west.

Also the Mission of GATE speaks volumes: “The care for the learning of our most valuable asset (our students) and to help them realize their true potential.” It is the kind of commitment that raises the standards bar within the hospitality industry. True professionals desire to be part of such leadership thinking, for it motivates and inspires greatness.”

Dr. Marc ClarkPresident & CEOM. Douglas Clark & Associates/ SmartBizzOnline.comSenior Advisor, GATE

“The reason I lovesupporting GATE is that it challenges theconventional educationalnorms. It is notsatisfied to do it likeothers, it is willing to try new activities thatencourage individual accountability, providesleadership opportunities. It intentionallyexperiences where the students get theirhands dirty with practical actions thatcan alert their perception ofthemselvesand of the “others”. GATE students areexpected to examine their self perception and cultural norms to do things differently inorder to become global citizens that are change agents wherever they choose to be.”

Deborah KoehlerFounder and Managing DirectorSEBO International Pvt. Ltd.Global management coach and cross culture trainer for global financial giant, military,government personal and on many medias.

GATE - Global Academy of Tourism & Hospitality EducationMahankhal-9, Mandikhatar, Kathmandu, Nepal

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Narayan Gopal Chowk

DhumbarahiChowk

To Mandikhatar - Mahankal Chowk

To Bansbari

250 metres

To ChabahilTo Basundahara

Ring Road Ring Road

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