Overview:

Bachelor of Vocation in Facilities and Hygiene Management is a diploma course that takes 3 years, has 6 semesters, and is offered by various universities/institutions across India. The students taking up this program will acquire practical skills and knowledge required in facility management and maintenance of hygiene standards in various milieus, such as corporate offices, hospitals, hotels, and public places. The course prepares students with detailed training on the planning, operation, and maintenance of facilities while exemplifying solid office hygiene practices, personal safety protocols, and a view toward environmental sustainability.

Students will gain knowledge about the maintenance of buildings and their parts, hygiene standards, safety regulations, and waste management, among others. They shall be updated with the new technologies and software in the field under study. 

National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level - 7

Course Curriculum

The Bachelor of Vocation in Facilities and Hygiene Management is constructed with a view to making available the proper balance of theoretical knowledge with practical skills. There are the following main subjects included:

1. Facilities Management: An Introduction
2. Hygiene Standards and Practices
3. Building Maintenance and Operations
4. Environmental Sustainability and Waste Management
5. Safety and Risk Management
6. Energy Management in Facilities
7. Cleaning Technologies and Innovations
8. Customer Service and Facility User Experience
9. Facility Management Software and Tools
    

Career Opportunities:

The Bachelor of Vocation in Facilities and Hygiene Management will open a wealth of job opportunities for graduates within the facilities management sector; special emphasis in maintaining hygiene and safety standards is given within facilities. These include, but are not limited to, the following potential job positions:

• Facilities Manager
• Hygiene Supervisor
• Maintenance Coordinator
• Environmental Health and Safety Officer
• Building Operations Manager
• Waste Management Specialist
• Energy Efficiency Consultant
• Custodial Manager
• Property Maintenance Technician
• Facility Operations Analyst
   

Employment Sectors
Good employment opportunities exist for skilled professionals within any organisation. These are in: 

• Corporate Offices
• Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
• Hotels and hospitality venues
• Educational Institutes
• Manufacturing Plants
• Public and Government Buildings
• Real Estate and Property Management Companies
• Retail and Shopping Centers
• Environmental and Waste Management Companies
• Cleaning and sanitation service providers
   

The average salary for a student with a Bachelor of Vocation in Facilities and Hygiene Management varies from anywhere between rupees 20,000 to 50,000 a month, depending on the nature of the job, experience, and the sector to which one is appointed.