In a powerful step toward strengthening India’s hospitality workforce, Diageo India has partnered with Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) to train and certify over 300 young individuals under its flagship Learning for Life programme.
Held in Bengaluru, the convocation ceremony celebrated not just academic achievement—but the beginning of promising careers in one of India’s fastest-growing industries.
Launched in 2020, the Learning for Life initiative has already impacted nearly 8,500 youth across India. The programme focuses on:
What makes this initiative stand out is its industry-aligned curriculum, designed to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity.
Delivered through THSC-affiliated centres, the programme combines technical and life skills to prepare candidates for real-world challenges.
Participants receive training in:
Aligned with the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF), the certification ensures that candidates are job-ready from day one.
One of the biggest highlights? Real employment opportunities.
Thanks to THSC’s extensive network of 750+ industry partners, over 70% of candidates have already secured job offers, while others are progressing through interviews.
Graduates have been placed in roles such as:
Top recruiters include leading hospitality brands like Fairfield by Marriott, Lemon Tree Premier, and Compass Group—showcasing strong industry trust in the programme.
The event was graced by renowned hospitality experts like Dr. Avin Thaliath and Abby Mathew, who encouraged students to embrace discipline, adaptability, and lifelong learning.
Their message was clear:
Success in hospitality is built on passion, consistency, and the ability to evolve.
According to leadership at Diageo India, the hospitality sector is a key driver of economic growth. Through Learning for Life, the company is not only empowering individuals but also strengthening the talent pipeline for the entire industry.
Similarly, THSC emphasized that this collaboration represents a long-term vision—one that combines quality training, certification, and employment pathways to create a sustainable workforce ecosystem.
India’s tourism and hospitality sector is rapidly expanding, but the demand for skilled professionals continues to outpace supply. Initiatives like Learning for Life:
By investing in youth, Diageo India and THSC are shaping the future of hospitality—one career at a time.
The success of this programme highlights a powerful truth:
When industry and education come together, real transformation happens.
From classrooms in Bengaluru to hotel floors across India, these 300 graduates are not just stepping into jobs—they’re stepping into brighter futures.
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