What to do after a BTS in hotel management?

Have you just completed your BTS in Hotel and Restaurant Management (MHR) and are wondering what to do next? This recognised qualification offers you a wide range of opportunities, both for entering the world of work and for continuing your studies. Let's take a look at the different options available to you to make the most of your training and develop your career in this dynamic sector.

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What skills have you acquired with your BTS in hotel and catering management?

The BTS in Hotel and Catering Management is a multi-purpose national diploma that has enabled you to develop essential skills in the sector. Depending on the option you choose (catering unit management, culinary production unit management or accommodation unit management), you will have acquired specific expertise while mastering the fundamentals of management.

• The skills developed during your training include :
• Team management and work organisation in a hotel or catering establishment;
• Mastery of professional techniques specific to your option;
• Customer communication and relationship management;
• Knowledge of products and services in the sector;

proficiency in at least two modern foreign languages, including English.

These skills are particularly sought after by professionals in the sector, which explains the excellent integration rate of graduates.

How do I get into the world of work after a BTS in Hospitality?

With your BTS MHR in your pocket, you can go straight to work. The hotel and catering sector offers a wide range of career opportunities, particularly in hotels, traditional restaurants, tourist establishments and institutional catering.

The jobs available depend on the option you choose. Holders of option A (restaurant unit management) can apply for positions as head waiter, sommelier or head waiter. Option B (culinary production unit management) opens the door to jobs as chef de partie or second chef. Option C (accommodation unit management) leads to jobs as receptionists or accommodation service assistants.

If you did your BTS on a work-study course, you have the advantage of already having significant professional experience, which can make it easier to find a job, potentially with the company that trained you.

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What further study is possible after a BTS in hotel and catering?

Although the BTS MHR is a vocational diploma, there are many possible courses of study for students wishing to deepen their knowledge or specialise further.

Professional bachelor's degrees

A vocational bachelor's degree is an excellent way to complete your initial training. In just one year, you can specialise in a specific field such as :

• Hotel and catering management ;
• Culinary arts and tableware
• Organisation and management of hotel establishments;
• Management of accommodation services.

Specialised bachelors

Bachelor's degrees in management, such as the Bachelor in Management (BIM) or the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), enable you to broaden your management skills while retaining a focus on the hotel and restaurant industry. These 3-year post-baccalaureate courses are particularly popular with recruiters.

Professional diplomas

For technical specialisation, the Brevet Professionnel (BP) may be an interesting option. Courses such as the BP Sommelier or the BP Arts du service et commercialisation en restauration offer the opportunity to develop specific skills.

IPAG Business School offers a number of courses suitable for BTS hotel and catering graduates wishing to continue their studies. Thanks to its academic excellence and top-level research, IPAG offers you an environment conducive to success. The school places immersion in the business world and the international dimension at the heart of its teaching, enabling you to develop solid managerial skills and an openness to the world.

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After your BTS MHR, you can go on to study :

• The Bachelor in Management, with specialisations in Luxury Management, Business and Event Tourism or International Business;
• The Bachelor of Business Administration, a 100% English-language course ideal for an international career;
• The Grande École Programme - Master's degree and EFMD accredited, offering a variety of specialisations such as Digital Marketing Strategy & Consumer Engagement or Cultural Management and Engineering.
• These courses will enable you to acquire skills that complement your BTS and broaden your professional scope, while benefiting from personalised support and a network of partner companies.

Whether you choose to go straight into working life or continue your studies, your BTS in Hotel and Catering Management will provide a solid foundation on which to build a successful career in this dynamic sector. The important thing is to choose the path that best matches your career plans and personal aspirations.