In Conversation with Vaishali Chavan, Director at UEI Global, Pune

In this article, Careers360 presents an interaction with Vaishali Chavan, who is the Director at UEI Global, Pune. She has explained the foundation, mission, vision, admission process, internships, international collaborations, and more. Read the article to know more about UEI Global Pune.

Careers 360: Tell us something about the institute; when it was set up, vision and mission.?

Vaishali Chavan: UEI Global was established with the vision to bridge the gap between academic education and industry expectations. With over 20 years of presence across India, UEI Global has become one of the largest and leading institutes in hospitality and management education. Our Jaipur campus is among the top-performing centers, known for producing industry-ready professionals.

Our mission is to nurture talent, provide quality education, and build strong industry linkages to ensure that every student achieves career success. We focus on practical learning, personal development, and global exposure to create future-ready leaders in the hospitality and service sectors.

Careers 360: Tell us something about the admission process.

Vaishali Chavan: The UEI Global admission process is simple, transparent, and student-friendly. Interested candidates can apply online through our website or visit the campus for offline registration with Uei Global entrance test. and scholarships.

We conduct a personal interview to understand the candidate’s interest, communication skills, and career aspirations. Based on this, we guide them to choose the right UGI Global Pune course. Our focus is on admitting students with potential and passion, not just academic scores.

Careers 360: What kind of infrastructure can students expect at the institute? Please elaborate?

Vaishali Chavan: At UEI Global Jaipur, we offer state-of-the-art infrastructure that supports practical learning and professional training. Students have access to:

• Modern classrooms with audio-visual aids

• Fully-equipped kitchens and training restaurants

• Front office and housekeeping labs

• A well-stocked library and digital learning resources

• Wi-Fi-enabled campus, seminar halls, and recreational areas

The infrastructure is designed to replicate real hotel environments, giving students hands-on experience during their academic journey.

Careers 360: There is a lot of stress that is being made with regard to interaction with the industry as well as companies that recruit. What are the steps being taken by the institute in this direction?

Vaishali Chavan: Industry interaction is at the core of our academic model. We regularly organize:

• Guest lectures by senior professionals from reputed hotel chains

• Workshops, industrial visits, and management conclaves

• Live projects and case study discussions

• Soft skills and interview preparation sessions conducted by industry experts

• Tie-ups with top hotels and companies for internships and final placements

Careers 360: Internships are now mandatory as per AICTE guidelines. Does the institute help students with this? If yes, how?

Vaishali Chavan: Yes. Internships are a compulsory part of our curriculum and we provide full support to students in securing meaningful internships. Our dedicated Training & Placement Cell assists students in every step – from resume writing and interview preparation to arranging interviews with reputed organizations.

Students have completed internships with leading brands like Taj, Oberoi, Marriott, Radisson, Hyatt, Accor, and more, both in India and abroad. These internships provide invaluable experience and often lead to pre-placement offers.

Careers 360: Can you please share details if there is any collaboration with universities abroad?

Vaishali Chavan: Yes, we have several international academic collaborations aimed at providing global exposure to our students. We have tie-ups with universities in Switzerland, Canada, the UK, and Australia, offering credit transfer and top-up degree options.
These partnerships enable students to pursue part of their education abroad or continue with international internships. This helps in expanding their worldview and improving their career prospects globally.

Careers 360: Please share placement statistics with information on the average package, highest and lowest package, number of students placed and details of companies that have recruited.

Vaishali Chavan: At UEI Global Education, Pune, we have a consistent placement record with over 90% of eligible students placed every year. Some key highlights:

• Highest Package (International): Rs. 6.5 LPA

• Highest Package (Domestic): Rs. 4.2 LPA

• Average Package: Rs. 2.5–3.2 LPA

• Recruiting Companies: Marriott, Taj, Oberoi, Hyatt, Radisson, ITC Hotels, Starbucks, The Leela, Hilton, and many more.

We also have students placed in international locations like UAE, Bahrain, Maldives, and Singapore. The placement process is supported by mock interviews, personality development sessions, and direct recruitment drives on campus.

Disclaimer: The article has been published as a marketing initiative between Careers360 and UEI Global Education, Pune.