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Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management

 

 This programme has been devised on the basis that students will attend a course of study not less than 120 credits which equates to 240 hours tuition and 960 hours of directed learning. Candidates have an opportunity to gain credit towards either an MA, or an MSc degree. They also have an opportunity to develop higher level academic skills that can be applied in a vocational context.

 

Objectives

  • To understand the interrelationship between the hospitality and tourism sectors.
  • To explore the strategic issues in business development, rather than operational level issues.
  • To secure employment at senior supervisory / management level.
  • To secure progression on to the dissertation stage of a Masters Degree.

Entry Requirements

Eligible candidates will be expected to satisfy the following requirements:

  • A recognised and recent university degree in Tourism and Hospitality or in a closely related subject.
  • English language must normally be IELTS 5.5 or provided the medium of instructions at the Degree level was English.

Assessment

All the modules will be internally assessed but externally moderated by CTH. A combination of assignments, case study reviews, planning exercise and examinations.

Duration & Fees

Duration Sessions Fees
9-12 months Jan, Jun, Sep Overseas: £4250 / Home: £3250

Awarding Body

Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH)

Masters Pathway

Students who complete the CTH Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management can complete a 60 credit dissertation with the University of Sunderland leading to the award of the University of Sunderland MSc degree in Tourism and Hospitality.

Syllabus Overview

  • Module 1: Hospitality and Tourism Marketing Strategies
  • Module 2: Management and Leadership Across Cultures
  • Module 3: Hospitality and Tourism Strategic Planning

Plus ONE of the following options:

  • Module 4: Managing Hospitality and Tourism Projects
  • Module 5: Research Methods for Hospitality and Tourism Managers