Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management

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Duration

12 Months

Language

English

Credit

120

Mode

Flexible

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The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is a 120-credit qualification consisting of 6 mandatory units recognized by the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and European Qualifications Framework (EQF) at Level 7.

Objective

The objective of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management delivers a solid foundation of core business subjects that address the knowledge and skills required for a successful career in the tourism and hospitality industry. You’ll learn how to contribute to the tourism and hospitality industry from a perspective of strategic management.

This diploma focus on equipping the learners entering the tourism and hospitality industry with the essential skills needed to handle everyday business operations, and align efficient strategic decision-making to make their organization stay ahead of the competition, or provide tourism industry professionals with the expert knowledge to take their career a step ahead.

The key objective of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management includes:

  • To understand the relation between the tourism and hospitality sectors
  • To focus and work on strategic issues in business development
 

The course equips learners with an analytical, modern-day and global programme that helps their overall development as managers with a lifetime learning orientation.

Combined with a total of 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and 1200 hours of Total Qualification Time (TQT), the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification has a total of 120 credits and 6 mandatory units.

Modules

  • Advanced Research Methods (20 credits)
  • Destination Management (20 credits).
  • E-Tourism and Social Media (20 credits)
  • International Tourism Policy and Development (20 credits)
  • Organisational Behaviour in International Contexts (20 credits)
  • Strategic Management and Marketing (20 credits)
 

On successful completion of the Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management, the learners will have a robust understanding to build on their strategic management and leadership skills, and to address the prerequisites of executing the strategy of an organization.

About OTHM

In the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management, the learners need to demonstrate self-study, interpersonal, research and presentation skills throughout the completion of the course. Assessments are advanced to foster skills that will equip learners with a very strong foundation and understanding for further development in the tourism and hospitality industry.

After successful completion of the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management, learners can further continue their studies towards a relevant Master’s programme and/or progress into or within employment.

Skills You Will Learn

The Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management helps the learner to understand the culture and destination management, tourist experience, marketing concepts, and business communications through a local as well as global perspective.

The learners will gain the necessary skills to analyze difficult management issues and to implement and adapt specialist skills and technical concepts to plan desired solutions to these problems learned by contemporary research and best practices.

Graduates of Tourism and Hospitality Management will have the skills required to contribute to the industry from a strategic viewpoint, and help the organization stays ahead of the competitors.

With a proper blend of academic and vocational study, learners will get an understanding of the relationship between the providers of tourism & hospitality services and consumers. They will learn the information concerning the issues related to sustainability and social responsibility within tourism. Learners will gain a wide range of skills such as—

  • Presentation
  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Decision-making
  • Teamwork
  • IT
  • Research
  • Communication
  • Strong focus on the customer service

How Will I Benefit?

Pursuing the Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification you will gain the specialist knowledge essential to advance your career in the sector. The learners will be taught about the cutting-edge standards and practices in Tourism and Hospitality Management.

The learners will build essential theoretical knowledge and hands-on skill in efficiently managing the hospitality and tourism industry. Also, they will gain the knowledge to deal with the ever-changing circumstances and demands of the tourism and hospitality sector which will equip the learner to handle the issues experienced in today’s competitive business world.

The theoretical knowledge along with practical skills gained during the qualification forms a solid foundation. The hands-on experience and expertise gained will help learners becomes a professional in the tourism and hospitality industry.

Entry Requirements

For entry onto the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification, learners must possess—

  • Level 6 bachelor’s degree or diploma in tourism and hospitality management, or an equivalent overseas qualification
  • Mature learners with a relevant work experience in management.
  • The course is designed for learners 21 years and above
  • If English is not a native language, the learner must pass an English language competency test such as IELTS.

Course Duration

The OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is designed to be delivered over 12 months for full-time study, but is also flexible with options of part-time and distance learning.

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Study Options

This diploma course is delivered with a flexible classroom-based method through course materials, group discussions, case studies, question-based learning, presentations and problem-solving activities.

Career Option

Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management offers excellent career opportunities in multiple industries. The graduates can not only earn handsome salaries but also get significant growth opportunities globally.

Some of the popular career opportunities include—

  • Airline and railway travel
  • Catering companies
  • Conferences and conventions centers
  • Cruise companies
  • Event management
  • Events Manager
  • Fitness clubs and sports organizations
  • Guest Relations Manager
  • Hotel development and construction
  • Hotel Manager
  • Manufacturers and suppliers of hospitality equipment
  • Real estate management companies
  • Spas and wellness centers
  • Theme parks
  • Tour Group Operator
  • Tour operators
  • Tourism Marketing Manager
  • Tourist Information Centre Manager
  • Tourist offices and ministries of tourism
  • Travel agencies
  • Travel Agency Manager

Programme Support

The Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is designed to equip learners with an advanced qualification that supports their career development as managers within the international tourism and hospitality industry, with an enduring orientation. Our faculty helps learners to get proficient at making decisions about the planning, leadership, and management of work fields in the tourism and hospitality industry that are acquired by finest practice and contemporary research.

To survive and thrive in today’s competitive environment, you need a wide range of expertise, knowledge and skills. With the ultimate flexibility offered by KBS programme courses, take your career to the next level!

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