78 weeks
Blended learning — 13.5 hrs face-to-face + 6.5 hrs online per week, plus 192 hrs work placement.
20 hours per week
January, April, July, October (Midterm Intake available)

Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Melbourne
Level 6, 20 Queen St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have completed at least senior high school year 12 or equivalent.
- Domestic Applicants: Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
- International Applicants: Must be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
- English Requirements: An IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent.
- English language competence can also be demonstrated through: Completion of a Certificate III or at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course or above in an Australian college; Completion of an Advanced level English course from an approved ELICOS provider; English Placement Test (EPT); or other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL (results must confirm equivalence to IELTS 6.0).
- International students who do not meet the English language requirements may undertake an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS).
- For Packaged courses, the student cannot progress to the higher qualification unless the student has successfully completed the lower qualification.
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
Units of Competency
Enhance customer service experiences
Develop and manage quality customer service practices
Manage conflict
Manage finances within a budget
Prepare and monitor budgets
Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law
Roster staff
Lead and manage people
Monitor work operations
Establish and conduct business relationships
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
Make presentations
Analyse and present research information
Source and use information on the hospitality industry
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
Provide responsible gambling services
Control stock
Provide lost and found services
Manage meetings
Provide visitor information
Use food preparation equipment
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
Prepare appetisers and salads
Work effectively as a cook
Use hygienic practices for food safety
Prepare poultry dishes
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the course fees for the Diploma of Hospitality Management?
The tuition fee for the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management is A$19,500, with an additional non-tuition fee of A$750. Course fees do not include computer software or textbooks, which must be purchased at the student's own cost. A detailed payment plan and payment arrangements are provided in the letter of offer and written agreement.
Can I receive credit for previous study or experience?
Yes, students may apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge, and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in the International Student Handbook. For international students, the granting of course credit may affect course fees as well as the duration of the course. For example, students who have completed the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management from TKL College may have 16 units credited, reducing the delivery to 26 weeks, while students who completed SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery from TKL College may have 12 units credited, reducing delivery to 39 weeks.
What study pathway is available after completing this diploma?
After completing the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management, students may wish to study the SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (CRICOS CODE: 111049D) or higher education qualifications in management.
What are the English language requirements for international students?
International applicants must demonstrate English language competence through an IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent. Alternatively, competence can be demonstrated through completion of a Certificate III or at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course or above in an Australian college, completion of an Advanced level English course from an approved ELICOS provider, an English Placement Test (EPT), or other tests such as PTE and TOEFL (results must confirm equivalence to IELTS 6.0). Students who do not meet the English language requirements may undertake an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS).
How is the course assessed and what equipment do students need?
Assessment will occur through a variety of methods, including projects incorporating role-plays, case studies and short answer questions. Students must supply their own laptop with Microsoft Office software (e.g. Office 365 Personal) that includes Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Publisher. For printing completed assessments, students will need their own USB. Note that for international students, satisfactory course progress is required to meet visa requirements.
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