about us
About the Institute
Established by the Maulana Azad Educational Trust in academic partnership with the Taj Group and the University of Huddersfield (UK), the Institute of Hotel Management, Aurangabad (IHM–A) is India’s most prestigious center for hospitality education.
With a focus on excellence, innovation, and leadership, IHM–A combines rigorous academics with practical training within a real 5-star hotel environment — preparing students for global careers in hospitality and culinary arts.
“An Institute where Hospitality is not taught — it’s lived every day.”
Our Guiding Philosophy
Our Vision
To be the premier institute for hospitality education globally, recognized for our unique industry partnerships, academic rigor, and producing graduates who redefine service and leadership in the world of hospitality.
Our Mission
To cultivate future leaders in hospitality through a dynamic curriculum, practical exposure, and a commitment to excellence, innovation, and ethical practices. We empower students to thrive in a competitive global industry.
Foundation
Visionary pioneering with industry
Dr. Rafiq Zakaria and the Taj Group were determined to create a world-class centre in hospitality education, with the technical expertise of India’s largest global hotel chain. This partnership has grown from strength to strength over time. We continue to be quality leaders in the domain today.
Board
Leading in academia industry association
Mr. Puneet Chhatwal
Chairman, Maulana Azad Educational Trust,
Mumbai
Mr. Farhat Jamal
Chairman, Maulana Azad Educational Trust,
Mumbai
Mr. Gaurav Pokhariyal
Executive vice president – Human Resources, IHCL, Mumbai
Adv. Suhail Nathani
Managing Partner, Economic Laws Practice,
Mumbai
Mr. Beejal Desai
Executive Vice President – Corporate Affairs & Company Secretary (Group), IHCL, Mumbai
Dr. A.G. Khan
Aurangabad
Mr. Sarabjeet Singh
Senior Vice President –
Tamil Nadu and OHL Hotels
Dr. Zubin D’souza
Dean & Principal
of dedicated professionals
Prof. Rushad Kavina
Dean: Undergraduate Courses
Dean: Undergraduate Studies Rushad Kavina holds the overall responsibility
Dr. Rakesh Katyayani
Dean: Academic Studies
Rakesh is a PhD. in the area of Human Resource Management, Master
Mr. Thottapayil Pramod
Course Leader - Culinary Arts
Starting his career in 1993 with the Taj Group of Hotels, he was given
Mr. Gautam Sen
Course Administrator
As a certified Six Sigma professional, he was instrumental in implementing
Mr. Ganesh Gaikwad
General Manager - Finance
Meet the go to person, who is the single point of contact for all human
Mr. Satish Pawar
General Manager - Administration
Regional Director of Revenue Management Meet the go to person,