Bachelor of Arts

Hotel Management

PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS
DURATION

4 Years

CREDITS

240 ECTS

ACCREDITATION

Accredited Programme

LANGUAGE

English

Evidence of knowledge of English
Aim of the Programme

The Hotel Management programme aims to prepare students for successful careers in hotel management operations. It focuses on developing critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills while refining the managerial abilities essential for hospitality professionals.

Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the social, economic, and environmental contexts in which the hotel industry operates. They also explore the structure and operational characteristics of various hotel departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Leisure & Recreation, Event Management, and Marketing and Sales Promotions.

To bridge theory and practice, the course offers work placement opportunities, enabling students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired during their studies. These placements are organized by the College and approved by the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth, ensuring a well-rounded learning.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion, Students will be able to:

Communication Skills for Hospitality
1. Adapt effective communication techniques in both written and oral formats.
2. Develop communication strategies to improve interaction within hospitality settings.
Hotel Operations Management
3. Recommend operational procedures to improve the management of hotel departments.
4. Analyse hotel operations to evaluate their efficiency in delivering high-quality guest service.
Cultural and Industry Awareness in Hospitality
5. Discuss cultural and global perspectives relevant to business management in hospitality and tourism.
6. Critically evaluate the significance of cross-cultural communication within a diverse hospitality setting.
7. Discuss the importance of staff members within an organizational setting.
Strategic Management and Business Decision-Making
8. Implement strategic management techniques to optimize hotel performance, business planning, and decision-making processes.
9. Critique business strategies, evaluate their effectiveness, and develop sustainable business models for the hospitality industry.
Leadership and Hospitality Management
10. Critically evaluate the leadership and management principles to improve organizational effectiveness and the delivery of exceptional guest service.
11. Analyze management practices, organizational behavior, and hospitality systems to enhance operational efficiency and staff performance.

General Education Requirements min 30 ECTSECTS
ACADEMIC WRITING ENG 1036
ADVANCED ICT I CSC 1036
BUSINESS MATHS MAT 1026
BUSINESS STATISTICS STA 1016
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY STA 3016
Core Requirements optional min 18 ECTSECTS
FOOD PREPARATION HTL 1126
FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE I HTL 1136
FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE II HTL 2136
BAR OPERATIONS HTL 2266
Internship