Medhavi Skills University Partners with Barbeque Nation to offer B.Voc, D.Voc courses

Industry-integrated B.Voc and D.Voc programs to blend academic learning with hands-on experience, enabling learners to earn while they learn

Medhavi Skills University (MSU), in collaboration with its industry outreach arm, Medhavi Aspire Pvt. Ltd. (MAPL), has partnered with Barbeque Nation, one of India’s leading casual dining restaurant chains, to launch a first-of-its-kind industry-integrated hospitality education program. This partnership is set to redefine hospitality education in India by integrating academic instruction into a real-world industry environment, offering learners the opportunity to earn while they learn.

The collaboration introduces UGC-recognized, work-integrated degree and diploma programs- a three-year Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc) in Hospitality & Restaurant Operations, open to learners who have completed Class 12 or equivalent, and a two-year Diploma of Vocation (D.Voc) in Hospitality Operations, available to those who have completed Class 10.

Both courses are UGC-recognized and align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) framework. Students will receive structured academic sessions from Medhavi Skills University, complemented by immersive, on-the-job training at Barbeque Nation outlets.

Set to commence in July 2025, the program will initially onboard 200 students -who will work as trainees across Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad, with plans to scale up to other parts of India. Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Credit Framework (NCrF), it is designed to offer learners a blend of academic knowledge and practical experience. Barbeque Nation employees will also have the opportunity to enroll, enabling them to earn formal qualifications while continuing to work, thus creating a pathway for internal career advancement through structured upskilling.

Speaking about the partnership, Pravesh Dudani, Founder & Chancellor, Medhavi Skills University said, “We are delighted to partner with Barbeque Nation, a brand renowned for its people-centric culture and operational excellence. This collaboration brings skill-based education directly into the workplace, reinforcing our mission to build flexible, employment-linked learning pathways. It empowers individuals to earn academic qualifications while developing real-world capabilities that align with industry needs.”

These work-integrated programs are delivered in an apprenticeship-embedded format. The curriculum follows a 60:40 model, where 60 percent of learning takes place on the job and 40 percent through structured academic sessions. This approach transforms real workplace tasks into valuable learning experiences, equipping students with practical skills in food and beverage service, kitchen operations, front office management, communication, and professional behavior.

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