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Diploma in Hospitality Management
Train for diverse hospitality roles, including restaurant, event, and hotel management. Learn key business strategies, guest services, and operational efficiency through hands-on industry experience.
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Excel in the Hospitality Industry!
The Diploma in Hospitality Management at Western Community College is designed to prepare students for various job opportunities in the hospitality industry. Students gain knowledge about the functioning of various areas of hospitality, including catering, restaurant management, housekeeping, and food and beverage management
- Comprehensive understanding of various hospitality sectors.
- Preparation for job opportunities in a booming industry.
- Focus on practical skills and industry knowledge.
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Career Opportunities in HOSPITALITY
Become an Essential Member of the Hospitality Workforce
$30*
Graduate Employment HOURLY Rate
*Based on Canada Job Bank
Achieve a 97% graduate employment rate with our carefully designed undergraduate degrees. Our hospitality courses emphasize industry-relevant skills, guaranteeing success in today’s competitive job market.
- Hotel Manager: Oversee daily operations and exceptional guest experiences.
- Event Coordinator: Plan and execute events, from corporate conferences to weddings.
- Hospitality Consultant: Advise businesses on improving service quality and operational efficiency.
- Restaurant and Food Service Managers: Oversee daily operations, staff management.
Why Study at Western Community College
Western Community College offers students an inclusive and vibrant learning environment, with dedicated support services to ensure your academic success and personal well-being.
- Installment-based, low tuition fee.
- Choose weekday, weekend, or evening classes to fit your schedule.
- Part-time or full-time class schedule.
- Free CLB preparation classes (*Conditions Apply).
Begin Your Path in HOSPITALITY Career
Admission Requirements
- Grade 12) diploma (or equivalent) with a course grade overall average of C or better
or GED with an average of C. - Language Proficiency Requirements
To demonstrate language proficiency, applicants must meet at least one of the
following criteria:
Option 1: English 10 with a minimum grade of “C” or higher. Secondary Education Evidence that three years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12) have been successfully completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages. This includes successful completion of a BC Adult Graduation program.
Option 2: Post-Secondary Education Evidence that two years of full-time post-secondary education have been completed in English at an accredited institution in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages. Language development (ELL) courses cannot be included.
Option 3: Standardized Language Test Achievement of minimum scores on a recognized standardized language test. Test results should be valid at the time of enrollment.
| Name of English language assessment/test | Minimum score(s)/level(s)* |
|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) | Minimum overall score of 6.0 (with no less than 6.0 in any module) |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT | Minimum overall score of 79 |
| Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) | Overall, 70 (with speaking subset of 60) |
| Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) | Overall, 7 (with no module less than 7) |
| Duolingo English Test (DET) | Minimum overall score of 95 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic | Minimum overall score of 58 |
| Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE) Institutions may include other Cambridge Qualifications at a higher level (i.e., C2 Proficiency (CPE)) | Minimum overall score of 160 or “C” |
| The Michigan English Test (MET) | Minimum overall B2 level |
Validity period of above Language Assessment Tests is two years.
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Take the next step toward your future!
Gain the skills you need for success and take the first step toward a rewarding career. Enroll today to learn essential industry knowledge, enhance your expertise, and open doors to new opportunities.
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Our curriculum is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career in the hospitality industry.
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
1480
Total program
hours
$30
Graduate Employment HOURLY Rate
97%
Graduate Employment Rate
The following list of courses does not indicate the sequence of delivery. Courses are offered in accordance with prerequisite requirements.
The following list of courses does not indicate the sequence of delivery. Courses are offered in accordance with prerequisite requirements.
The following list of courses does not indicate the sequence of delivery. Courses are offered in accordance with prerequisite requirements.
The following list of courses does not indicate the sequence of delivery. Courses are offered in accordance with prerequisite requirements.
Program Duration
Hours: 1480
Weeks Full-Time: 70
Fee Structure
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Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.
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