Course Overview

About This Course

The Diploma of Hospitality Management reflects the role of highly skilled senior operators who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined with managerial skills and sound knowledge of the industry to coordinate hospitality operations. They operate independently, have responsibility for others and make a range of operational business decisions. This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector as a departmental or small business manager. The diversity of employers includes restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multiskilling and for specialization in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage and gaming.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

4 Marsh St, CLYDE, NSW 2142

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

International students must be 18 years of age at the time of enrolment
Academic Entry Requirements: Year 12 or equivalent of Australian HSC
English Language Entry Requirements: IELTS score 6.0 (with no bands less than 5.5) or equivalent Pearson Test of English (PTE)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates at this level will have skills for work. Job roles and titles may vary but can include: banquet or function manager, bar manager, café manager, chef de cuisine, chef patissier, club manager, executive housekeeper, front office manager, gaming manager, kitchen manager, motel manager, restaurant manager, sous chef, unit manager, catering operations.

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 Units28 units

SITXCCS015

Enhance customer service experiences

SITXCCS016

Develop and manage quality customer service practices

SITXCOM010

Manage conflict

SITXFIN009

Manage finances within a budget

SITXFIN010

Prepare and monitor budgets

SITXGLC002

Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law

SITXHRM008

Roster staff

SITXHRM009

Lead and manage people

SITXMGT004

Monitor work operations

SITXMGT005

Establish and conduct business relationships

SITXWHS007

Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

SITXFSA005

Use hygienic practices for food safety

SITHKOP013

Plan cooking operations

SITHCCC023

Use food preparation equipment

SITHCCC027

Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery

SITHCCC028

Prepare appetizers and salads

SITHCCC029

Prepare stocks, sauces, and soups

SITHCCC030

Prepare vegetable, fruit, egg, and farinaceous dishes

SITHCCC035

Prepare poultry dishes

SITHCCC036

Prepare meat dishes

SITHCCC037

Prepare seafood dishes

SITHCCC041

Produce cakes, pastries and breads

SITHCCC042

Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements

SITXFSA006

Participate in safe food handling practices

SITHKOP012

Develop recipes for special dietary requirements

BSBOPS502

Manage business operational plans

BSBTWK501

Lead diversity and inclusion

HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Diploma of Hospitality Management take to complete?

The course runs for 52 weeks in total, comprising 40 weeks of delivery plus 12 weeks of term break.

What are the English language requirements for international students?

International students must achieve an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no bands less than 5.5) or an equivalent Pearson Test of English (PTE) score.

What is the study load and how is the course delivered?

Students study full time in a mixed mode of delivery that integrates Face to Face, Online and Self Study, totalling 20 hours per week. Approximately 10 hours per week is dedicated to self-study to revise and reinforce areas of knowledge, assessment research and assessment preparation and completion.

What further study options are available after completing this diploma?

After successfully achieving the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management, graduates may undertake the SIT60316 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management.

What happens if I do not complete all units of the course?

Students that complete some but not all of the units of competency as stated in the Course Structure may be issued with a Statement of Attainment. It will identify only those units of competence that have been completed as part of the qualification and recognised nationally under the AQF.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

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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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