Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management Baltistan University Skardu

12/08/2026

Students exposure visit to Skardu International Airport

10/08/2026

As part of ASCEND Community Service initiative, a refreshing and meaningful yoga session was arranged at the ASCEND Office, with enthusiastic participation from female students along with HOD Ms. Maria Akbar department of Tourism & Hospitality Management.
The session began with an insightful discussion on mental wellbeing, led by Senior Program Lead, Ms. Kanza Asad, who shared valuable thoughts and practical guidance on maintaining a healthy and balanced mind.
This was followed by an engaging yoga session, providing participants with an opportunity to relax, refresh, and reconnect with themselves through mindful movement and breathing. 🧘‍♀️✨
We are grateful to Ascend team for this amazing opportunity.

10/08/2026

Successfully completed an insightful session on stress management, burnout prevention, and maintaining balance in university life, in collaboration with the ASCEND.
We were honored to have Ms. Kanza Asad, Senior Program Lead at Ascend, as our guest speaker. She shared practical strategies to help students manage stress, maintain well-being, and balance academics, career goals, and personal life.
A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Kanza Asad & their team for making this session meaningful and impactful.

10/08/2026

We are pleased to share that our AD graduates, Mr. Sartaj and Mr. Zulqarnain, have commenced their internship at Serena Hotel, Shigar after successfully completing their two-year Associate Degree program in Tourism & Hospitality Management.
This initiative reflects our commitment to strengthening industry–academia linkages and providing our graduates with valuable practical exposure and professional experience in the hospitality industry.

20/05/2026

The Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management, University of Baltistan successfully organized a highly informative Student Exposure Visit to Skardu International Airport for 100 students, aimed at providing practical insights into the aviation and tourism industry.
During the visit, students explored various operational areas of the airport and gained valuable knowledge regarding aviation tourism, airport management, airport security systems, ASF protocols and procedures, guest handling, fire safety systems, and customer service operations. Students also visited the watch tower, weather station, and other technical sections of the airport to better understand airport functionality and management.
The interactive briefing sessions were conducted by distinguished officials of Skardu International Airport including:
• Shahid Imran — Chief Operating Officer & Airport Manager (APM) • Nasir Hussain — Deputy Airport Manager (Deputy APM)• Shahmir Hussain Rinchan — Officer Commanding, Airport Security Force (ASF) • Iftikhar Ali — Supervisor CNS/IT
The officials thoroughly briefed the students about the aviation industry, airport operations, emerging trends in aviation tourism, and career opportunities available for students in this rapidly growing field.
The study tour was organized by Shamshad Hussain — Program Manager, Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management and Deputy Director External Linkages. Faculty members Maria Akbar and Junaid also accompanied the students and expressed their gratitude to the airport management and ASF team for arranging such an engaging, educational, and interactive session.
The visit proved to be an enriching learning experience for the students and reflected the department’s commitment to experiential learning, professional development, and strengthening linkages with key stakeholders of the tourism and hospitality industry. Special thanks to Pakistan Airport Authority & ASF.

16/05/2026

A comprehensive session on Hospitality Operations and Front Office Management was attended by 35 students from the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management at Avari Hotel. Mr. Aziz Askari, Senior HR Executive & Guest Service Agent Ms. Meher Angeez, delivered an in-depth presentation encompassing Avari Hotel's organizational structure, training protocols, business ethics, front desk management and guest service standards. The session was attended by Ms. Maria Akbar, Head of Department, along with Mr. Junaid Ahmad and Mr. Shamshad Hussain. We extend our gratitude to the management of Avari Hotel for their invaluable support in academic-industry collaboration.

14/05/2026

The Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management, in partnership with Youth Action for Next Generations (YANG), successfully hosted a thought-provoking awareness session titled 'Climate Resilience through Youth Empowerment'. This initiative convened students and young leaders to deliberate on the escalating climate challenges confronting Gilgit-Baltistan, while emphasizing the crucial role of youth participation in developing sustainable and climate-resilient communities. The session featured a presentation by Mr. Muhammad Junaid from the Department of Business Management, who underscored the significance of youth involvement in climate action, environmental sustainability, and community engagement. Furthermore, participants were informed about the mission, initiatives, and opportunities provided by Youth Action for Next Generations (YANG) aimed at empowering young individuals through leadership and climate advocacy.

12/05/2026

Students of DTHM participated in an informative session organized by the Business Incubation Center, where Director BIC Mr. Waseemullah Jan provided valuable insights into entrepreneurship.

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

The Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management at the University of Baltistan successfully conducted a comprehensive practical training session on Front Office Management and Hospitality Operations at the renowned Dynasty Hotel Skardu. The initiative aimed to strengthen student’s practical exposure and align academic learning with real-world industry practices.
The session was led by Mr. Shamshad Hussain, Program Manager & Deputy Director External Linkages, who facilitated hands-on training to equip students with essential operational skills. Through practical demonstrations and interactive activities, students gained valuable insights into front office procedures, guest handling, service standards, and overall hospitality management.
Students actively participated throughout the session, showing keen interest and enthusiasm. The training provided them with a platform to engage directly with industry professionals and understand the dynamics of hotel operations in a real-time environment.
The event was further enriched by the presence of distinguished guests from EVK2CNR, Mr. Mechaklay and Mr. Riaz, who delivered informative sessions on eco-friendly and sustainable tourism practices. They guided students on the importance of environmental responsibility in tourism development and shared practical approaches to promote sustainable destinations in the region.
Additionally, Mr. Essa and the Managing Director of Dynasty Hotel Skardu addressed the students on the Art and Science of Opening a Hotel. Their session provided valuable entrepreneurial insights, covering key aspects such as planning, operations, customer experience, and the challenges involved in establishing and managing a successful hospitality business.
We are greatful for the management of Dynasty hotel for facilitating the session.