Diploma of Hospitality Management
SIT50422- Diploma of Hospitality Management CRICOS Course Code: 110561G
Course Information
This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior operators who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined with managerial skills and sound knowledge of industry to coordinate hospitality operations. They operate independently, have responsibility for others and make a range of operational business decisions.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector as a departmental or small business manager. The diversity of employers includes restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multiskilling and for specialisation in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage and gaming.
Entry Requirements
Academic: Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
English (International Students):
IELTS 5.5 or higher with a minimum score of 5.0 in each band or equivalent TOEFL, PTE or EAP
Age:Must be 18 years of age on commencement
Fees
Aplication Fee: AU$250 (non-refundable)
Course Fee: $22,000
Material Fee: $500
***All students must have their own laptop and software.
Intakes
February/April/July/October
Credit Transfer (CT) or Recognition Prior Learning (RPL)
You may be eligible to apply for Credit Transfer (CT) and/or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) at application if you have previously studied at another Registered Training Organisation in Australia and have successfully achieved competency. Evidence of study must be submitted at the application to Contempo College.
Aims & Outcomes
This course is aimed at:
Assessment Methods
The amount of assessment hours required for this qualification is broken down into the course delivery modes/methods below. The number of hours allocated for summative assessments activities are detailed as follows:
- 320 hours of supervised assessment activities such as in-class/restaurant demonstrations, practicals, written assessments, exams/tests, case studies, projects, roleplays, presentations, demonstrations, projects, etc. (min 4 hours pw x 80 weeks) – (4 hours out of 20 scheduled hours)
- 240 hours of unsupervised practice, research, writing, preparation of presentations etc., and unit specific tasks including preparation of workplace-based assessment activities and submission documents (3 hours pw x 80 weeks)
The total Amount of Assessment for this qualification is therefore: 560 Hours
Note: The amount of assessment for students with credits (e.g., progressing students) would vary. The amount of assessment for students with approved credits will, therefore, be proportionate to the total number of weeks/durations allocated as part to their enrolments. For example, amount of assessment for students progressing from SIT40521 with all applicable credits will be based on two terms equivalent (without the work placement requirement).
Academic Pathways
Suggested pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-Face: Classroom and kitchen-based commercial cookery environment, including work-based training.
No other modes offered. Student must attend minimum 20 hours per week.
Learning Environment
Delivered in a face-to-face mode in a classroom environment supported by a purpose-built on-campus training kitchen. All students will have access a purpose-built training kitchen facility. Where needed, a simulated environment will be created in classroom and kitchen to resemble real-life work practices, activities, and challenges; and to prepare the students to effectively transition to work after completion
Course Duration
This course is delivered over a period of TWO (2.0) years. The course duration is:
104 Weeks of Course duration consisting of:
- 80 Weeks of scheduled study/tuition (6 terms of 10 weeks each)
- 24 Weeks of scheduled breaks/holidays (including pre-training and completion activities)
Notes:
1. A minimum of 20 contact hours per week of study/tuition have been scheduled by Contempo College – to ensure students meet their student study visa conditions
2. The course duration may vary for students who have been granted credits or RPL towards this course (e.g., students having completed any units in a previous course/qualification).
Course Structure and Unit of Competency
To attain SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management, 28 units must be achieved:
11 core units; and 17elective units
Elective units reflect the intended course outcomes and the supported job roles. When available, other elective units may be chosen within the packaging rules.
Units of competency
Core Units Food and Beverage Stream
Elective Unit Food and Beverage Stream
Core Units Cookery Stream
Contempo students progressing from SIT40521 will need to complete the following 6 units in this course. Accordingly, their CoEs will be amended for the course duration – (6 months)