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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.Â
- 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 (High School Diploma) or equivalent with an average of C & proof of English Language Proficiency.
Students will need to submit a proof of English Language Competency by any one of the following options:
Domestic Students (Students who have completed Grade 12 in a system where English is the official language):
- Grade 12 English with C
International Students:
- IELTS: 6.0 (with no less than 6.0 in any module)
- TOEFL (paper): 550 or
- TOEFL (CBT): 210 or
- TOEFL (IBT): 79 or
- PTE Academic: 51.6 or
- Cambridge: CAE or
- Has earned a Grade 12 graduation diploma from in a country in which English is the official language with C or more in Grade 12 English.
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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.
Apply NowTransfer of Credits
Students completing the diploma in hospitality Management program at western community college who achieve the required academic standing and meet the required criteria will be eligible for admission to Vancouver community college with full block Transfer in the bachelor of hospitality degree* .
Students will also be eligible for admission to Fairleigh Dickinson University with full block transfer in Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Studies
2.5
Total program
Years
121
Practice Experience Credits
$30
Graduate Employment HOURLY Rate
97%
Graduate Employment Rate
| Course # | Title of Course/Work Experience Component | # of Hours | Pre-Requisites | Delivery Method | Distance/Combined Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM 1 | |||||
| ENG099-D | Preparatory English | 45 | — | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| MATH099-D | Preparatory Mathematics | 45 | — | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP010 | Introduction to Hospitality Management | 60 | — | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| BUSM050 | Principles of Marketing | 80 | — | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP011 | Front Desk Operations | 60 | — | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP020 | Fundamentals of Lodging Operations Management | 60 | — | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| TERM HOURS | 350 | ||||
| MATH012 | Fundamentals of Mathematics | 60 | MATH099 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| ENGL100 | Introduction to English Academic Writing | 60 | ENG099 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| ACCT011-H | Accounting Principles 1 | 80 | MATH099 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| BUSM022-H | Organizational Behaviour | 80 | HOSP020 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP030 | Food and Beverage Management | 60 | HOSP010 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP013 | Housekeeping Management | 60 | HOSP020 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| TERM HOURS | 400 | ||||
| BUSM010-H | Business Communication | 80 | ENG099 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| COMP015 | Computer Technology in the Hospitality Industry | 60 | HOSP010 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP014 | Business and Hospitality Law | 60 | HOSP010 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP052 | Hospitality Sales and Marketing | 60 | HOSP020 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| STAT024-H | Business Statistics | 80 | MATH012 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP082 | The Business of Tourism | 60 | HOSP010 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| TERM HOURS | 400 |
| HOSP083 | Urban Tourism | 60 | HOSP082 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP026 | Hospitality Financial Management | 60 | ACCT011 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| HOSP028 | Hospitality Managerial Accounting | 60 | ACCT011, HOSP010, HOSP020 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| BUSM070-H | Human Resource Management | 80 | BUSM022 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| WORK199 | Work Experience Preparation | 10 | BUSM010 | Combined, In Person | Synchronous |
| WORK200 | Work Experience | 140 | WORK199 | In Person | |
| TERM HOURS | 410 | ||||
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