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3 Years
Face to face with incorporated technology enhanced learning (TEL)
On-campus with Work Integrated Learning (off-campus placements)
16 February 2026 | 4 May 2026 | 27 July 2026 | 12 October 2026
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
131-139 Currie St, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia
131-139 Currie St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Eligibility
Domestic Students
Applicants with higher education study:
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study:
Applicants with work and life experience must demonstrate the ability to undertake study at this level with:
Applicants with recent secondary education (within the past 2 years):
English Requirements:
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
The Contemporary Hospitality and Tourism Industry
Develop an appropriate understanding of the range and scale of the management of operations in hospitality and tourism, including an overview of the industries, their functions, services, and locations that make up the key characteristics of the international contemporary hospitality and tourism industry.
The Server Etiquette
Demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge and skills required in the delivery of food and beverage service standards, examining operational characteristics of food and beverage service and analysing both the food and beverage product and service in relation to the setting and maintenance of appropriate product and service standards.
Restaurant Service: Standards, Etiquettes & Training
Demonstrate the range of professional skills and knowledge required to provide and coordinate complex services to customers in a professional and operational industry setting, integrating operational, professional and organisational skills to provide products and services to multiple, diverse guests.
Be Our Guest
Demonstrate professional knowledge and skills in Rooms Division, particularly in the Housekeeping and Concierge departments, examining common operational characteristics as well as the products and services required to ensure standard delivery and guest safety and security.
First Taste at Culinary
Demonstrate a basic understanding of theoretical culinary knowledge and practical cooking skills, follow workplace hygiene procedures, and explain the fundamentals of cuisine and kitchen operations as used in international hotels.
Building Blocks of Marketing
An introduction to marketing discussing fundamental principles of contemporary marketing such as the marketing mix, the role of the customer, marketing research and survey techniques, demonstrated using hospitality-related situations.
Employability for Future Hoteliers
Gain an understanding of contemporary communication skills necessary for the hospitality business environment, developing personal, social and professional skills, knowledge and techniques for hospitality and tourism business contexts.
Ready, Set, Study!
Develop the skills and knowledge required to develop a sound academic and digital preparedness for undertaking tertiary education, introducing concepts, strategies and tools to succeed in higher education.
Work Integrated Learning 1
Apply and integrate theory with the practice of work to develop knowledge, skills and professional networks through lived experience in a professional workplace setting, including international hotel, hotel, tourism or other hospitality-related environment approved by ICHM.
Managing Productivity Through People
Critically examine and evaluate the Human Resource Management strategies available to hospitality related organisations in ensuring that business needs are met through effective people resource management.
Operation Hospitality: Capturing Success in Hotels
Build upon prior experiences, skills and knowledge of the operational departments of a hotel (Rooms Division and Food & Beverage) to further develop an understanding of hotel operations from a managerial perspective and capacity.
Sustainability Check-in
Develop an understanding of the concept of 'sustainability' in international hospitality environments and the implications for both hospitality businesses and the hospitality consumer.
Revenue Management for Hoteliers
Provide a framework to deploy business strategies to optimise revenue in the hospitality industry context, critically evaluating the role of revenue management in hotel business performance and applying complex knowledge of strategic pricing.
The Business of Events
Provide a solid understanding and insight into different business events, the players, processes, influences, and future trends from a hotel venue management perspective, covering planning and management of conferences and events, stakeholder management, financial management, risk management, marketing, and event technology.
Culinary Around the World
Develop a professional and technical foundation in the skills required to be an effective supervisor and manager of a culinary food service operation, including knowledge of international cuisines and the ability to critically assess culinary standards, production and operations.
The Art & Science of Management
Focus on advanced communication skills necessary in management and leadership roles, developing knowledge and skills to identify, analyse and make effective decisions to resolve people-related issues and develop effective teams in global hospitality environments.
Entrepreneurship
Develop an understanding of the importance and role of entrepreneurship and innovation as important drivers for success in the dynamic and rapidly evolving hospitality industry.
Español 1
Gain a basic understanding of speaking, writing, listening and reading Spanish, designed for students with no prior knowledge of the Spanish language, with foundational understanding of the socio-cultural background of the language and its value within the hospitality industry.
Gastronomy
Common Questions
The course comprises twenty-seven subjects, which includes nineteen core subjects, five electives and three Work Integrated Learning off campus placements delivered over three years. ICHM's academic year consists of six months full time study, followed by a six month Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement throughout Australia, or possibly overseas.
For domestic students, the tuition fee is $3,000 per subject (unit of study), with 8 subjects per semester for study semesters, giving an indicative course fee of $72,000. For international students, the tuition fee is $3,200 per subject, with an indicative course fee of $76,800. New international students are also required to pay a once-off New Student Fee of A$250. During Work Integrated Learning semesters, students earn income rather than pay tuition fees.
ICHM's Work Integrated Learning (WIL) process has been designed to ensure students leave their degree industry ready and can hit the ground running. The professional internship provides a placement opportunity which enables students to consolidate the skills and knowledge they have acquired in practical, professional settings. In addition to participating in the workforce with a host company as part of a structured internship or creating their own entrepreneurship venture, students will also complete a placement project on an issue of strategic value to their host company or own venture. There are three WIL placements across the three-year degree, and students earn income during these placements.
Yes. Students are encouraged to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for study taken at another institution, as well as time they may have spent working in the hospitality industry. Approved recognition or credit for previous study or work may reduce a student's overall cost and study workload, or duration. This policy is most commonly applied to students who have undertaken study at other universities or colleges, people with business-related diplomas or degrees wanting to enter the hotel industry, and industry personnel with experience and some training seeking qualifications with international recognition.
Yes. The Diploma of Business (Hospitality Management) and the Associate Degree of Business (Hospitality Management) are both embedded within the three-year bachelor's degree, providing students with intermediate exit qualifications if needed.
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