About this course

The objective of the Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification is to support learners’ development as managers within the tourism and hospitality industry. The qualification enables learners to develop their knowledge of theories applicable to management in the tourism and hospitality industry. It enables learners to make well-informed and confident decisions about the management of work areas in the tourism and hospitality industry. Successful completion of the Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

For entry onto the Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification, learners must possess:

  • Relevant NQF/QCF/RFQ Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or equivalent qualification
  • Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
  • Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
  • English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency.

The Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management consists of 6 mandatory units:

  • Tourism and Hospitality Business Management (20 credits)
  • Services Marketing and Customer Service (20 credits)
  • Accounting and Finance (20 credits)
  • Academic and Professional Development (20 credits)
  • Events Management (20 credits)
  • Development of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry (20 credits)

Successful completion of Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification will provide learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to gain direct entry into 2nd year of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme.

The qualification is designed to deliver over one academic year for full-time study but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time and distance learning.

€3,900 (Local/EU Students)
€5,900 (International Students)

Jan / Feb
Apr / May
Sep / Oct

Awarding Body: OTHM Qualifications
Course Duration: 1 year
Method of study: Full Time / Blended Learning
Qualification Level: 4
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