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Designed for Excellence,
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At the Verma Institute of Management Studies, we believe that a premium education requires a premium environment. Our campus is a fusion of cutting-edge academic technology and authentic hospitality settings, providing students with the perfect landscape to transition from the classroom to the corporate world. Explore the facilities that define the VIMS experience.

Modern Classrooms

Our modern classrooms are the cornerstone of academic excellence at VIMS. Designed to transcend the traditional lecture format, these spaces are equipped with modern furniture and advanced climate control to ensure maximum student comfort. Integration of cutting-edge audio-visual technology allows for a dynamic multimedia learning experience. With high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity throughout, these rooms facilitate real-time research and collaborative projects. This professional atmosphere mirrors corporate boardrooms, ensuring that students feel at home in high-stakes environments long before they graduate and enter the global management landscape.

Computer Lab

In an increasingly digital economy, the VIMS Computer Lab serves as a high-tech nerve center for innovation. The lab is outfitted with the latest high-performance workstations, ensuring a 1:1 student-to-PC ratio for focused learning. Students have access to industry-standard software for data analytics, digital marketing, and hospitality management systems. Supported by a robust high-speed internet backbone and dedicated technical staff, the lab is an ideal space for coding, research, and complex project simulation. We prioritize hands-on technical proficiency, ensuring our graduates are not just tech-literate but are pioneers in using technology to solve real-world business challenges.

Library

The VIMS Library is a sanctuary of knowledge, offering an extensive repository of both classical and contemporary resources. Our collection includes thousands of management textbooks, international hospitality journals, and specialized research papers. Beyond the physical stacks, we provide access to global digital databases and e-learning portals, allowing students to stay updated on the latest industry shifts from anywhere. The library features dedicated quiet zones for individual deep-work and vibrant discussion rooms for group brainstorming. It is a resource-rich environment curated to foster a culture of inquiry, critical thinking, and lifelong learning among our aspiring leaders.

Training Restaurant & Bar

The Training Restaurant & Bar is a sophisticated “live-simulation” lab where hospitality theory is put into practice. This facility is modeled after international fine-dining establishments, featuring professional bar equipment and elegant table settings. Here, students master the intricacies of Food & Beverage service, from sophisticated mixology and wine etiquette to high-pressure banquet management. Under the guidance of seasoned experts, students practice the art of “Gueridon” service and guest interaction, learning to navigate the nuances of luxury hospitality. This immersive environment ensures that VIMS graduates possess the poise and technical grace required to lead in the world’s most prestigious dining venues.

Kitchen

The VIMS Library is a sanctuary of knowledge, offering an extensive repository of both classical and contemporary resources. Our collection includes thousands of management textbooks, international hospitality journals, and specialized research papers. Beyond the physical stacks, we provide access to global digital databases and e-learning portals, allowing students to stay updated on the latest industry shifts from anywhere. The library features dedicated quiet zones for individual deep-work and vibrant discussion rooms for group brainstorming. It is a resource-rich environment curated to foster a culture of inquiry, critical thinking, and lifelong learning among our aspiring leaders.

Housekeeping Lab

Detail-oriented service is the hallmark of luxury, and our Housekeeping Lab is where that standard is mastered. Featuring a mock-up of a premium hotel suite—complete with a designer bedroom and luxury ensuite—the lab provides a realistic setting for practical training. Students learn the science of fabric care, room aesthetics, and chemical safety using industrial-grade equipment. The curriculum emphasizes the “zero-defect” approach to room maintenance and guest comfort. By understanding the operational backbone of hotel management, our students learn that true luxury lies in the invisible details and the impeccable upkeep of a guest’s private sanctuary.

Front Office Lab

The Front Office Lab at VIMS is designed to train the “face” of the hotel. Featuring a contemporary reception desk and specialized Property Management Systems (PMS) software, this lab simulates the high-energy environment of a hotel lobby. Students practice essential skills such as reservation handling, guest check-ins, concierge services, and complaint resolution. The focus is on developing exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, and professional grooming. By mastering the art of the first impression in a controlled, supportive environment, our students gain the confidence to manage complex guest relations in any luxury setting worldwide.

CCTV & Security

At VIMS, we believe that a safe environment is the foundation of effective learning. Our campus is protected by a comprehensive 24/7 security umbrella, featuring an extensive network of high-definition CCTV cameras strategically placed in all common areas, corridors, and entry points. This electronic surveillance is complemented by a professional team of on-site security personnel who monitor the premises around the clock. We implement strict access control protocols to ensure a secure sanctuary for all students and staff. This commitment to safety provides peace of mind, allowing our community to focus entirely on academic and professional growth.

Hotel Alaya Infrastructure

The unique partnership with Hotel Alaya offers VIMS students an unparalleled competitive advantage. This luxury infrastructure serves as an extended “live lab,” where students witness the pulse of real-world operations in a premium setting. Access to Hotel Alaya’s upscale facilities—ranging from guest suites to operational departments—bridges the gap between academic simulation and professional reality. Students observe industry veterans in action, gaining insights into luxury standards that cannot be taught in a traditional classroom. This exposure to a functioning five-star environment ensures that VIMS graduates are industry-ready from day one, possessing a sophisticated understanding of elite hospitality.

VIMS empowers future hospitality leaders through industry-aligned education, elite internships, and global placements, fostering excellence and integrity in every student.

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Prof S.C. Bagri

Prof. S.C. Bagri carries 41 years of teaching, research, and administrative experience and started his career in 1980 as a lecturer at HNB Garhwal University. Prior to this, he obtained a master's degree from Allahabad University in 1976, an M.Phil. in 1978, a doctoral degree in 1988, and a one-year advanced course in cultural tourism from Italy in 1989. He was elevated to the post of professor at the Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in 1995. He was the vice chancellor of Himgiri Zee University Dehradun from 2012 to 2015 and has published more than 60 research papers and 8 books besides his publication on ”Entrepreneurship Development in Tourism and Hospitality Management, published by IGI Global, New York, in November 2022, and another editorial work on Himalayan Mountain Adventure Tourism published by Apple Publication, London.

He was the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Tourism, listed in the UGC CARE list until 2020. He had also held the position of consultant of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Madrid, for a year and was one of the members of the UNWTO team that developed the Tourism Master Plan of Punjab as well as the Coastal Tourism Development Plan of West Bengal state in 2007-08. Dr. Bagri was also the team leader of a research project on “OffbeatTourism Destinations for Ecotourism Promotion in Uttarakhand State, sponsored by GTZ Germany.

He had also completed more than a dozen major research projects funded by UGC, AICTE, ICSSR, the Department of Environment, the Government of India, and the Agricultural Finance Corporation, besides supervising more than 25 doctoral scholars. He was the Coordinator of Cost-Effective and Eco-Friendly Tourism in the Himalayan States, under the supervision of the NITI Aayog, Govt. of India, in 2020. He is on the panel of NAAC, the Government of India, and the University Grants Commission of India for the accreditation and approval of Indian universities and colleges and was the chairperson of the NAAC Peer Team in more than 45 PG colleges of India for the accreditations and was also a member of the UGC team in more than a dozen universities that applied for UGC approval under UGC Act 2(f) and 12(b). From 2021 to 2024, he was a member of the Indian Commission for Education for UNESCO. At present, Emerald Publication gave him the responsibility to write a book on climate change and human and wildlife conflicts in the Himalayas, expected to be released in December 2025.

Monisha Datta

Born into the family of scientists, educationists, and defense service professionals, she has always been encouraged to dream of the impossible and then to make it happen. She started her career as a software developer and corporate trainer after completing her master's degree (computer science) and later did an MBA in advertising. She has been the co-founder of The Doon Girls School and Dehradun Boys School and is currently heading the school as the Director (Strategic Planning and Training) and Life Skills Coach. She has also been the country head at the Learning Forward India Foundation from 2021 to August 2024 and has been regularly conducting workshops for teachers and heads of schools. She is actively involved in designing child-centric curriculum and pedagogies along with training the teachers to meet the demands of tomorrow. Her current areas of work involve understanding the global education systems and devising curriculum and pedagogies for early childhood education and young adults, based on global requirements and diverse needs. Besides this, she is a regular speaker at seminars and conferences and is actively involved in projects to do with mental health in youngsters and young adults. She conducts regular classes for the students of the diploma program at Raphael Ryder Cheshire Home, Dehradun. She is a trained vocalist, painter, and novice equestrian; a passionate wildlife enthusiast; a nature lover; an avid reader; and a trekker. ‘You learn till you die’ is her philosophy and driving force, which has led her to undergo an intense educators’ leadership degree from IIM-Calcutta post-Covid and is currently undergoing her MSc in Behavioral Science and Family Therapy.

Mondreeta Sengupta Das

Mondreeta is a paragon of versatility—an award-winning author, national-level swimmer, worldrecord-holding mountaineer, and corporate leader turned spiritual healer. Felicitated by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and, in 2025, Nominated by the President of India under the “Woman – Lifetime Achievement” category, her journey defies convention. A psychologist, healer, life coach, and storyteller, she has trained global airline crews, served the American Consulate, and led leadership development at Reliance Industries as GM–HR. Currently Vice President (Toga), at Ministry of Tourism & Culture, she represents India to international delegations. A featured writer in The Times of India and Shesight and photographer for Incredible India, she merges intellect with intuition. Her spiritual pursuits include Reiki, Pranic Healing, Angel Healing and Karma Healing. As a regular speaker at the International Yoga Festival, Mondreeta embodies the confluence of purpose, passion, perseverance & service rising from the ashes to the pinnacle of success. She has been the co-founder of The Doon Girls School and Dehradun Boys School and is currently heading the school as the Director (Strategic Planning and Training) and Life Skills Coach. She has also been the country head at the Learning Forward India Foundation from 2021 to August 2024 and has been regularly conducting workshops for teachers and heads of schools. She is actively involved in designing child-centric curriculum and pedagogies along with training the teachers to meet the demands of tomorrow. Her current areas of work involve understanding the global education systems and devising curriculum and pedagogies for early childhood education and young adults, based on global requirements and diverse needs. Besides this, she is a regular speaker at seminars and conferences and is actively involved in projects to do with mental health in youngsters and young adults. She conducts regular classes for the students of the diploma program at Raphael Ryder Cheshire Home, Dehradun. She is a trained vocalist, painter, and novice equestrian; a passionate wildlife enthusiast; a nature lover; an avid reader; and a trekker. ‘You learn till you die’ is her philosophy and driving force, which has led her to undergo an intense educators’ leadership degree from IIM-Calcutta post-Covid and is currently undergoing her MSc in Behavioral Science and Family Therapy.

Anirudh Raithwan

Anirudh is a hospitality trailblazer with an impressive professional record spanning 25 years across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. His career highlights include substantial contributions as a pre-opening GM, and successfully launching prestigious hotel projects for renowned international chains such as Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Jumeirah International in Dubai, Wyndham Hotels, Staywell Hospitality & more. Dedicated to instilling a genuine hospitality culture, driving significant revenue growth, and delivering exceptional results through decisive leadership, relationship-building and implementation of highest quality & service standards. His entrepreneurial vision transformed AAR Hotels & Resorts into a prominent player in the global hospitality industry and spearheaded the brand's growth strategy by securing properties through leases and management agreements in a robust domestic market. With his international exposure & dedicated team he is also planning to have a presence in the international hospitality sector. Renowned for inspiring teams to achieve exceptional results, Anirudh combines visionary thinking with analytical acumen. He has been honored as Young Achiever of the Year at the 2023 India MICE Awards, and recently was recognized with First Generation Founders Awards 2024, he continues to redefine global hospitality standards through innovation and unwavering A psychologist, healer, life coach, and storyteller, she has trained global airline crews, served the American Consulate, and led leadership development at Reliance Industries as GM–HR. Currently Vice President (Toga), at Ministry of Tourism & Culture, she represents India to international delegations. A featured writer in The Times of India and Shesight and photographer for Incredible India, she merges intellect with intuition. Her spiritual pursuits include Reiki, Pranic Healing, Angel Healing and Karma Healing. As a regular speaker at the International Yoga Festival, Mondreeta embodies the confluence of purpose, passion, perseverance & service rising from the ashes to the pinnacle of success. She has been the co-founder of The Doon Girls School and Dehradun Boys School and is currently heading the school as the Director (Strategic Planning and Training) and Life Skills Coach. She has also been the country head at the Learning Forward India Foundation from 2021 to August 2024 and has been regularly conducting workshops for teachers and heads of schools. She is actively involved in designing child-centric curriculum and pedagogies along with training the teachers to meet the demands of tomorrow. Her current areas of work involve understanding the global education systems and devising curriculum and pedagogies for early childhood education and young adults, based on global requirements and diverse needs. Besides this, she is a regular speaker at seminars and conferences and is actively involved in projects to do with mental health in youngsters and young adults. She conducts regular classes for the students of the diploma program at Raphael Ryder Cheshire Home, Dehradun. She is a trained vocalist, painter, and novice equestrian; a passionate wildlife enthusiast; a nature lover; an avid reader; and a trekker. ‘You learn till you die’ is her philosophy and driving force, which has led her to undergo an intense educators’ leadership degree from IIM-Calcutta post-Covid and is currently undergoing her MSc in Behavioral Science and Family Therapy.