V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education - [VMSIIHE]

Established in 2014 and affiliated with Goa University, the V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE) has rapidly emerged as a centre of excellence in hospitality education. It is promoted by VMSalgaocar Corporation Pvt. Ltd., a distinguished business group and proud owners of Goa’s first Marriott property, Goa Marriott Resort & Spa, Fairfield by Marriott, and boutique hotels, offering the Institute invaluable industry backing and real-world insight.

Accredited with an ‘A’ Grade by NAAC in its very first cycle, VMSIIHE offers globally aligned undergraduate B.Sc. Programmes in International Hospitality Management and B.Sc. in Culinary Arts, based on the Curriculum and Credit Framework for Undergraduate Programmes (CCFUP) under National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and a postgraduate M.Sc. Programme in International Hospitality & Tourism Management, based on the Choice Based Credit System of Instruction based on NEP 2020.

VMSIIHE fosters a vibrant culture of research and innovation, encouraging collaborative research between students and faculty, with active engagement in academic publications. The Institute also emphasizes holistic development through add-on certification courses, bridge programs, soft skills training, yoga, and a rich calendar of cultural and community outreach activities.

A strong commitment to gender equity, staff welfare, and social responsibility underpins the Institute’s inclusive and value-driven ethos. Faculty and non-teaching staff benefit from professional development incentives, recognition programs, and community-building initiatives.

Continuing to set benchmarks in hospitality education, VMSIIHE remains committed to academic distinction, global competency, and the holistic development of future leaders in the global hospitality industry.

Our vision is to be the best educational institute in international hospitality management creating world-class leaders committed to excellence.

The Institutional Development Plan (IDP) presents the Institute’s long-term vision and strategic roadmap for academic excellence, infrastructure growth, innovation, and good governance, in alignment with UGC guidelines. It reflects our commitment to quality education, sustainability, and continuous institutional improvement.

VMSIIHE was awarded with 5 Star rating as Eat Right Campus Institute after it was successfully audited by a team of auditors of FSSAI for specific criteria, standards that were set by them for this award. VMSIIHE is the First Hotel Management Institute in India to win this award.