PLT College, Inc. is one of the youngest colleges in Nueva Vizcaya. The school started in September 1989 as a computer/technical school and got its recognition from DECS. It was registered as PLT College, Inc., with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and got its recognition on January 27, 1992.
Since then, there were several programs offered and one of the flagship programs of the school is the Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management (BSHRM). PLT College Inc., is considered the oldest school in Nueva Vizcaya to offer Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant, degree leading to Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management since 1995.
The College of Hospitality and Tourism Management in PLT College, Inc., has an excellent record in supplying the different agencies with the most competent graduates. For the past years, the department led the academe in pioneering programs focused on continuously elevating the quality of the school services to world class standard. In its commitment to academic excellence, the College is affiliated with the different hotels, 8 food establishments and other related establishments within the province of Nueva Vizcaya, Isabela, Baguio City and Manila, in fact, it has an international affiliation in Singapore.
In line with the developmental goals and mission of the institution, a new HRM Building was constructed. This three-story HRM Building which is located adjacent the Annex building of the institution was inaugurated on November 10, 2008. The HRM Building though it is away from the main building is hooked up with internet. It has gained the reputation of being one of the best hospitality and tourism centers in the province.
It is the first school in the province equipped with modern laboratories in Commercial Cooking, Bartending, Baking, Housekeeping and Front Office. It has the state-of-the-art facilities and amenities. The school is also a training center for students and trainees from the Technical Education Skills and Development Authority (TESDA). It also meets the community needs in terms of in-house training for tourism services.
The HRM Program college is now Level II accredited by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA).
The College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CHTM) is one of the pioneer departments of the institution and is guided by the vision and mission of the school which is to develop professionally competent, socially responsible and God-centered individuals. This primer then is designed not only to assist the institution in attaining its vision and mission but also to meet the specific needs of the students under the college.
The college then came up with primer that can provide information, policies and guidelines to its students. This serves as a quick reference for both the students and faculty on matters pertaining to their duties and responsibilities in the college, as well as in the school.
The College plays a vital role in development of our country. The College of HTM is geared toward providing its students adequate education of high academic standing, inculcate self-reliance, practice sound judgment, and produce well-trained and globally competent hospitality and tourism graduates.
College of Hospitality and Tourism Management of PLT College Inc. aims to be the Prime Produce of Globally Competitive, Skilled and Self-Reliant Hospitality Graduate.
We dedicate ourselves to develop humane hospitality and tourism graduates who are professionally and skillfully competent, socially responsible, disciplined and God-centered individuals.
The College of Hospitality and Tourism Management offers the following programs:
The Hospitality Management and Tourism Management courses offer students a comprehensive understanding of the global travel and leisure industries. Hospitality Management focuses on equipping students with the skills to manage operations in hotels, resorts, restaurants, and event planning, emphasizing customer service, staff management, and daily operations. Meanwhile, Tourism Management prepares students to handle the complexities of managing tourism businesses and destinations, with a focus on sustainable practices, marketing, and destination promotion. Together, these courses provide students with the knowledge and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic fields of hospitality and tourism, preparing them for leadership roles in creating exceptional experiences for travelers while ensuring the long-term sustainability of the industry.