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Yes, soft skills, personality development, and communication training are an integral part of AAFT's graduation programs in Hospitality and Tourism. AAFT emphasizes holistic student development alongside technical and managerial knowledge, because hospitality and tourism are people-centric industries where communication and personal effectiveness are crucial.

1. Communication Skills

• Business Communication: Writing emails, reports, memos, and proposals professionally.

• Verbal Communication: English and regional language fluency for interacting with guests and clients.

• Presentation Skills: Public speaking, group discussions, and professional presentations.

• Cross-cultural Communication: Understanding diverse cultures, customs, and etiquette, especially for international tourism roles.
  
  

2. Personality Development

• Grooming & Etiquette: Professional appearance, table manners, and interpersonal etiquette.

• Confidence Building: Workshops and interactive sessions to enhance self-confidence in social and work situations.

• Teamwork & Leadership: Group activities and projects designed to improve collaboration, delegation, and leadership skills.

• Professional Behavior: Understanding workplace ethics and service standards in hospitality.
  
  

3. Soft Skills

• Customer Service Excellence: Handling guest complaints, anticipating client needs, and providing personalized service.

• Problem-solving & Decision Making: Real-life case studies and role plays in hotel, travel, and tourism management scenarios.

• Time Management & Organization: Managing schedules, events, and tourism operations efficiently.

• Stress Management: Techniques to stay calm and professional during high-pressure situations.
  
  

4. How It's Integrated

• Workshops & Seminars: Regular sessions led by industry professionals.

• Guest Lectures: Experts from hotels, airlines, and tourism boards conduct practical training.

• Practical Internships: On-the-job training emphasizes communication and interpersonal skills.

• Cultural & Extracurricular Activities: Events and role-playing exercises to build personality and soft skills.

At AAFT, an emphasis is given to aviation; travel management; and tourism. Their specialised programme offers an integration between theory and practice and provides students with exposure through hands-on experience in Airline Operations, Airport Management, Planning and Hospitality Management as well as an education in Airline Operations, Airport Management and Planning through an emphasis on the practical application of contemporary skills associated with Customer Service, Logistics and the Global Marketplace. Students who complete their studies will have developed practical industry-relevant knowledge; participated in Internships and Workshops with Industry Professionals; and will have had the opportunity to apply that knowledge through Demonstration of their Skill Development. In addition, AAFT has a model that includes Field Visits and Interactive Sessions, where graduates will have an opportunity to take what they learned in the Classroom and connect it to a career, allowing for the smooth transition from the Classroom to the Industry.

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Yes, AAFT School of Hospitality & Tourism does offer international exposure opportunities, though they vary by programme and are not always in the form of full semester‑long exchange programs like some universities abroad. Here's what's publicly available about international internships / international exposure at AAFT:

1. Global Immersion & International Exposure Programs

Global Immersion Program (Italy)
AAFT's School of Hospitality & Tourism has a Global Immersion initiative with an academic partner CAST – Centro Arte, Scienza e Tecnologia (Brescia, Italy).
This is an 8‑day international visit/workshop where students can learn hospitality practices, gain a workshop certificate, and experience industry standards abroad.

2. Industry Exposure & Global Participation

AAFT regularly participates in global cultural and industry events, such as international gastronomic showcases and conclaves where students engage with international delegates and experts — useful for networking and cultural exposure.

3. Historical Collaborations Suggesting Future Opportunities

In the past, AAFT has partnered with international universities (e.g., a Korean university) for academic and exchange collaborations (student and faculty exchange). While specific current active exchange programs may not be widely publicized, this history suggests that AAFT values and pursues international links.

4. Internships & Practical Training

While AAFT's hospitality and tourism programs include internships, these are primarily:
 With industry partners in hotels, travel companies, and tourism units;
 For a substantial period as part of the degree's practical training.

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Yes, internships in hotels, resorts, travel companies, and other hospitality/tourism workplaces are part of the AAFT School of Hospitality & Tourism programs, but it's important to understand how they're structured, and what is / isn't guaranteed 

Are Internships Part of the Course?

Yes — internships and practical training are built into the curriculum.

• For degree programs like Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM) and Bachelor of Tourism & Travel Management (BTTM), students undergo industry internships during their studies. Practical exposure is included as an essential element of learning and training. 

• Many courses also include multiple internships — for example, one in a mid‑semester and another in the final semester. 

What Types of Internships / Training Are Provided

Students get opportunities to intern in:

• Hotels & resorts

• Travel agencies & tour operators

• Airlines and airport services

• Cruise lines

• Event planning and MICE companies
  — depending on the specific course (hotel management, travel & tourism, etc.). 

These internships are meant to provide hands‑on industry exposure so students can apply classroom learning in real workplace environments.

Is It Guaranteed?

🔹 Internships are integrated into the programme — i.e., students are expected to complete them as part of the curriculum structure.
🔹 However, like most hospitality programs, the exact internship placement isn't “guaranteed with a fixed job role or stipend” in advance. What you get depends on:
Industry demand at the time of internship
Your performance, communication, and skills
Partnerships the school has with specific companies that year

So the internship experience is part of your course requirements, but the company, exact role, and whether it's paid/unpaid depends on agreements and industry availability — this is standard across hospitality schools.

Internship Support from AAFT

Industry linkages & exposure:
AAFT has connections and collaborations with industry partners, including hotels, travel tech firms like IXIGO, travel agencies, and airlines — providing routes for internships and projects. 

Workshops, job fairs, placements:
The school runs job fairs, placement drives, mentoring, and career support to help students transition from internships into jobs.

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Core Subjects in Hospitality & Tourism Degree Programs at AAFT Noida

1. Hospitality Operations & Management

These subjects give you a strong base in how hospitality businesses function and are managed:

• Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism

• Front Office Operations (Basics to Advanced)

• Rooms Division Management

• Housekeeping Operations

• Facility & Accommodation Management

• Hospitality Law

• Hospitality Sales & Marketing

• Total Quality Management

• Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

• Hospitality Accounts & Financial Controls

Tourism & Travel Management (Especially in BTTM)

These subjects focus on travel, destination planning, and tourism business:

• Fundamentals of Tourism

• Tourism Products and Services

• Tourism in India

• Destination Management

• International Tourism

• Aviation & Travel Geography

• Tourism Marketing

• Emerging Trends in Tourism

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Yes,  

The B.Sc in Digital Marketing at AAFT includes a “Web Analytics and Tools” subject (Semester 4) — which means students learn about analytics and presumably use analytics software/tools.

The curriculum also covers Online / Display / Media‑Buying Marketing, Programmatic Ads, Lead‑Generation and Funnel Management, Affiliate Marketing, Email Marketing — these are domains where marketing automation and data‑tracking are relevant.

Under “Skills Acquisition, ” AAFT lists “Analytics and Reporting, ” “UX / UI Basics, ” “Content Creation, ” “Branding and Storytelling” — indicating a mix of creative + data‑oriented skills.

Their programme structure emphasizes hands-on training, live campaigns, practical sessions rather than pure theory — which suggests students get real-world exposure to digital‑marketing tools and practices (e.g. SEO/SEM, ad‑campaign execution, analytics, social‑media campaigns). 

AAFT states the use of industry‑relevant software/ tools: their “School of Digital Marketing” page mentions tools like Google Analytics, AdWords, HubSpot, SEMrush, etc. for learning.

The Digital Marketing programme at AAFT allows graduates to have a variety of placement opportunities throughout various industries and sectors. The roles that you will typically find after graduating from the Digital Marketing programme are: Digital Marketing Executive, Social Media Strategist, Search Engine Optimization Analyst, Content Marketing Specialist, and Performance Marketing Specialist. There are also many graduates placed in Advertising Agencies, E-commerce Companies, Media Houses, and Start-Up companies where Digital Skills are in demand. As Digital Branding becomes more popular, many graduate's will have the opportunity to work on Campaigns, Analytics and Client Management as well as some graduates may pursue their own Freelance or Entrepreneurial opportunities doing their own Digital Solutions independently. Students will gain the necessary Practical Skills that will prepare them for both Corporate as well as Creative Careers in the Digital Space.

At AAFT, students can choose specialised areas of study within the field of digital marketing, including social media marketing, SEO, content marketing, performance marketing, etc. The School of Digital Marketing has created a structured curriculum consisting of both theory and practice, encompassing a variety of subject areas through the use of live campaigns and industry-led modules. In addition to classroom instruction, students experience hands-on training from College Faculty coupled with certification programs and access to current Technology Tools such as Google Analytics and PPC platforms. The process of specialisation will begin with each student selecting their own elective courses and creating a customized learning path to focus on their chosen area. Students can acquire both theoretical and practical skills to establish a strong career in digital marketing through this combination of education and experience.

At AAFT, the Digital Marketing industry experts conduct regular workshops and classes as part of their curriculum and events. In keeping with the school's philosophy toward hands-on, practical exposure for the student, the guest speakers and visiting industry experts often facilitate live marketing campaigns and facilitate hands-on interactive marketing workshops. With the aim of keeping the students current with the latest developments in the Digital Marketing sector, the school hosts a multitude of guest speaker events each year, instead of only one or two. During the sessions, industry experts provide insights about the latest tools, strategies, and trends, which allow the students to participate in learning about real-life campaigns, rather than theoretical, textbook-only content, thereby allowing the students to build confidence, learn about the real-world application of digital marketing concepts in their everyday work and be better prepared for future employment opportunities by providing them with more than just classroom theory.

Yes, AAFT includes in its Digital Marketing Bachelor's degree program, certifications offered by the respective industry; namely; Certifications from Google (Analytics & Ads), Meta (Facebook Blueprint), and HubSpot (Inbound and Content Marketing). As a supplement to an academic course of study, certifications provide students with practical, globally accepted credentials that will enhance their employability. AAFT will provide students with the resources and training materials needed to prepare for and take the exam in order to obtain these certifications (as well as provide a practice session to prepare for the exam). By obtaining certifications as part of their education, students will be prepared to enter the digital marketing job market with both academic and professional qualifications that improve competitiveness and create a wide variety of career paths.