Hospitality Management
Overview
Learn job-ready operations and management skills for leadership roles in the global hospitality and tourism industry.
Not accepting students at this time.
| Credential | Post-Degree Diploma |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 terms |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Program status | Closed |
| Credential | Post-Degree Diploma |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 terms |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
| Program status | Closed |
What to expect
The program has been designed to involve students in a variety of learning environments and instructional delivery methods. Throughout the program students participate in interactive lectures, seminars, group discussions, role plays, case studies, career development, and authentic learning activities within the hospitality and tourism environment. The industry-related practicum further distinguishes the Hospitality Management Post-Degree Diploma program, readying future hospitality leaders to manage efficiently.
Most of the classroom time exposes students to both the theory and practical application of hospitality management concepts and skills. Course projects strengthen the understanding of course topics and give students opportunities to apply effective leadership and management practices. Some projects require students to choose their own topic, allowing them to research information and ideas that are of interest and in keeping with their own career goals. Students will have the opportunity to self-reflect and build upon managerial and leadership strengths and interests when developing career plans, portfolios and industry networks. Instruction has been designed employing learner-centred activities to promote collaboration, engagement, and active learning.
What you will learn
- Identify and explain emerging trends within the various sectors of the hospitality industry.
- Apply Human Resources Management and Organizational Behaviour concepts to effectively attract, develop and engage a professional, competitive hospitality workforce.
- Apply professional and ethical standards to corporate, social, and environmental responsibilities.
- Conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner consistent with industry standards while communicating effectively and efficiently with all stakeholders, including employees, suppliers, customers, owners, and industry network.
- Apply advanced business knowledge and concepts to make sound, operational business decisions.
- Demonstrate a level of interpersonal and inter-cultural awareness that contributes to a positive workplace culture.
- Use critical thinking, problem-solving, and negotiation techniques to make sound hospitality management decisions.
- Apply employment, labour relations, health and safety, and privacy legislation standards in their work as hospitality professionals.
Program duration and maximum time for completion
The program is delivered over four academic terms. Maximum time to complete the program is four years.
To complete the program in four terms, students will maintain full time enrolment and register in 12 credits each term.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university as determined by the institution
- Knowledge of English demonstrated by one of the following:
- English 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent
or - English Language Proficiency at a minimum English 12 ‘C+’ level
- English 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent
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Recommended considerations
The hospitality industry is primarily a people business. The Hospitality Management Post-Degree Diploma Program has been designed to strengthen and encourage interpersonal skills and a leadership/team approach to course work. Students work with fellow students, industry representatives, members of the college community, hospitality employers and their workers, and the public. Students must have a hospitality mindset of going above and beyond, the desire to work effectively as a team, and the ability to work well with others in an environment that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Program availability
Not currently available.
Not currently available.
Courses
International students
| First Year | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| HOSP 1501 | The Global Tourism Industry | 3 |
| HOSP 1502 | Fundamentals of Service Operations Management | 3 |
| HOSP 1503 | People and Culture | 3 |
| HOSP 1504 | Accounting Processes in Hospitality | 3 |
| HOSP 1505 | Global Business Environment | 3 |
| HOSP 1506 | Workplace Communication Skills | 3 |
| HOSP 1507 | Organizational Behaviour Impacts | 3 |
| HOSP 1508 | Hospitality Industry Operations | 3 |
| Credits | 24 | |
| Second Year | ||
| HOSP 2501 | Tourism and Hospitality Law | 3 |
| HOSP 2502 | Hospitality Food and Beverage Services | 3 |
| HOSP 2503 | Revenue Management in Hospitality | 3 |
| HOSP 2504 | Intercultural Leadership | 3 |
| HOSP 2505 | Hospitality Marketing Strategies | 3 |
| HOSP 2506 | Organizational Leadership | 3 |
| HOSP 2507 | Hospitality Industry Practicum | 6 |
| Credits | 24 | |
| Total Credits | 48 | |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
How to apply
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VCC Registrar's Office
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Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
International students
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Contact us
Program information
<p>For questions about Hospitality programs email us at [email protected].</p>
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: [email protected]
Advising services for International students
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