Course Overview

About This Course

The Diploma of Hospitality Management qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent as a manager in any hospitality functional area. This individual would possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and be able to use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate their own work and/or the work of their team. The course would be relevant for employment in various hospitality settings.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

Level 1 29 King William St, ADELAIDE, SA 5000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

$5,850

Duration

Part Time*: 12 terms (approx. 3 year/s); * Part-time option only available for domestic students.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Academic: Successful completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent.
English language proficiency requirements:
This Course requires you to be at an Upper-Intermediate English Level or have completed the English Proficiency Skills test with an Overall Minimum Pass Rate. See below requirements to meet an Upper-Intermediate English Proficiency level: For detailed information please review the documents Minimum Entry Requirements for APC Courses and English Proficiency Tests Comparison chart.
To participate in APC courses students need to have certain technical equipment, software and design equipment. Please check this Technology and Equipment Standard for Students.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Hotel Manager
Resort Manager
Assistant Hotel Manager
Front Office Manager
Hotel Reservations Manager
Accommodation Manager
Restaurant Manager
Café Manager
Food and Beverage Manager
Banquet Manager
Function Manager
Event and Venue Manager
Catering Manager
Hospitality Operations Manager
Guest Services Manager
Customer Service Manager
Housekeeping Manager
Club Manager
Pub Manager
Motel Manager
Conference and Events Coordinator
Hospitality Supervisor
Food Service Manager
Hospitality Team Leader
Small Hospitality Business Owner / Entrepreneur

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units29 units

SITHIND006

Source and use information on the hospitality industry

SITHIND008

Work effectively in hospitality service

SITTTVL001

Access and interpret product information

SITXCOM007

Show social and cultural sensitivity

SITHACS015

Conduct night audit

SITHACS016

Provide accommodation reception services

SITHACS013

Provide porter services

SITXCCS010

Provide visitor information

SITXWHS005

Participate in safe work practices

SITXCCS017

Use a computerised booking system

SITXCCS014

Provide services to customers

SITXCCS015

Enhance customer service experiences

SIRXSLS001

Sell to the retail customer

SITXHRM007

Coach others in job skills

SITHIND005

Use hygienic practices for hospitality service

SITXFIN009

Manage finances within a budget

SITXFIN010

Prepare and monitor budgets

SITXHRM010

Recruit, select and induct staff

SITXHRM008

Roster staff

SITXWHS007

Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

SITXHRM009

Lead and manage people

SITXCOM010

Manage conflict

SITXMGT005

Establish and conduct business relationships

SITXCCS016

Develop and manage quality customer service practices

SITXCRI003

Respond to a customer in crisis

SITEEVT020

Source and use information on the events industry

SITXMGT004

Monitor work operations

SITXGLC002

Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law

SIRXOSM007

Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total cost of the Diploma of Hospitality Management at Australian Pacific College?

The estimated total course cost is $12,300 AUD, comprising a tuition fee of $11,700 AUD and a non-tuition fee of $600 AUD.

How long is the Diploma of Hospitality Management and does it include a work component?

The course runs for 77 weeks in total and includes a significant work component of 1,620 hours, spread across 54 weeks at 30 hours per week.

In which states and cities is the Diploma of Hospitality Management available?

The course is available across multiple campuses in New South Wales (Sydney), Queensland, South Australia (Adelaide), and Victoria (Melbourne), all owned and operated by Australian Pacific College.

What is the CRICOS code for this course and who is the registered provider?

The CRICOS course code is 110485C and the national VET code is SIT50422. The registered provider is Young Rabbit Pty Ltd, trading as Australian Pacific College, with CRICOS Provider Code 01331F.

Is this course taught in English and does it lead to a dual qualification?

Yes, the course is taught entirely in English. It is not a dual qualification — it leads solely to the Diploma of Hospitality Management (SIT50422).

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $50,000 to $62,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $62,000 to $80,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $80,000 to $100,000 per year

Career Paths

Hotel General ManagerFront Office ManagerFood and Beverage ManagerRestaurant ManagerEvent Coordinator / Events Manager

Key Skills

Hotel and accommodation operations managementFood and beverage service and cost controlCustomer relationship management and guest experience designEvent planning and conference managementFinancial management, budgeting and revenue analysis

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