Why You Should Not Do Hotel Management?
A lot of people go into it thinking it’s all about style and status. But once you're inside the industry, things can feel quite different. There’s a lot going on behind the scenes that most students don’t realise when signing up. Read further to know why you should not pursue a hotel management course?
Why You Should Not Do Hotel Management?
Hotel Management sounds pretty cool, right? Fancy hotels, international chains, 5-star properties, meeting VIP guests, maybe even travelling the world. A lot of people go into it thinking it’s all about style and status. But once you're inside the industry, things can feel quite different. There’s a lot going on behind the scenes that most students don’t realise when signing up.
This article isn't to scare you off or anything, but just to give you the other side of the picture — the not-so-glamorous part. So, if you're considering a hotel management course, here’s what you should probably think through first.
- It’s Not All Glitz – There's A Lot of Hard Work Too
- Low Pay
- Say Goodbye to Weekends & Holidays
- Difficult to switch job
- Too Many Graduates, Not Enough Good Jobs
It’s Not All Glitz – There's A Lot of Hard Work Too
People think working in hotels is like being part of a dream world. But in reality, most freshers start with jobs like cleaning rooms, serving food, or standing long hours at the reception dealing with all kinds of guests (some polite, some not so much).
You might start in areas like:
- Housekeeping
- F&B Service
- Front Desk
Low Pay
Starting salary could be as low as INR 12,000–INR 18,000 a month. That's lower than many regular desk jobs out there. Some internships even pay nothing. Yes, zero. Or maybe a token INR 2000- INR 5000. And if you’re working 10-12 hours a day on your feet, that can feel super unfair. A lot of students start feeling disappointed after this.
Also Read: Hotel management courses after Class 12 - Check Eligibility, Colleges, Fees and Scope
Say Goodbye to Weekends & Holidays
Hotels don’t sleep. They run 24/7. So you’ll likely be working when the rest of your friends are chilling during Diwali, New Year's, or even on weekends.
Here’s what to expect:
- Rotational shifts – could be day, evening or night
- Festive duties – hotels are packed during holidays, so it’s all hands on deck
- Very little personal time – forget Netflix marathons on Saturdays
- Over time, the physical and mental stress can really add up, especially if you're not used to that kind of work.
Also Read: List of popular hotel management entrance exams conducted in India.
Difficult to switch job
Let’s assume that you wanted to pursue hotel management but later you realized that it’s not your think. Unlike any other courses, which gives you an option to move to other fields like finance or marketing easily, HM is quite niche. To shift, you might need to start from scratch or study something different. So if you’re unsure about your long-term goals, HM may not be the most flexible option.
Too Many Graduates, Not Enough Good Jobs
The number of hotel management colleges has shot up in recent years, but honestly, not all of them offer strong placements or industry links.
This leads to:
- Too many graduates, not enough roles
- Crowded competition
- Lower salary offers because companies know they have a lot of choices and many students end up either leaving the sector, or settling for much less than they hoped.
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