International Higher Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management

Mode of Study:
Full-time / Part time

Duration:
Full Time - Total 18-Months
(12-Months + 6-Months IA)

Part Time – Total 24-Months

Delivery Method:
Classroom / Practical / E-Learning

Assessment Method:
Written and Practical Exam

Available Intakes:
March 2024
May 2024
Sept 2024

Minimum Entry Requirement (MER):
Minimum Age: 17

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Hotel and Hospitality Course Overview

Elevated Industry Learning

Undergo and manage
real-life operations guided by experienced trainers

Ground-Up Leadership Training

Understand hotel management from multiple supervisory roles

Maximise Your Interests

Build a career in the growing hospitality & tourism landscape

Available Intakes

Intake	Commencement Date	Application Deadline for International Students
March	11 March 2024	19 February 2024
May	13 May 2024	12 April 2024
September	9 September 2024	12 August 2024

Admission Requirements

1. Qualification

Obtained at least a Grade 'E' at GCE 'A' Levels in any subject or
International applicants must have completed 12 years of formal education or
SHATEC WSQ Diploma in tourism/hospitality related discipline will be considered for advanced standing or
WSQ Diploma and Diploma in tourism/ hospitality related discipline from other PEIs will be considered for advanced standing or
WSQ Diploma and Diploma from other PEIs in non-related disciplines with minimum 3 years of relevant work experience will be considered for advanced standing or
Polytechnic Diploma Holder in any field of study in Singapore will be considered for advanced standing or
BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in any field of study
Mature candidates ≥30 years old with 8 years of relevant work experience. (Supporting documents must be submitted upon application.) or
Other professional qualifications, private or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

2. Successful Interview

Successful Interview

Interview may be waived for applicants who has successfully completed any preceding WSQ Certificate level(s).

3. English Proficiency

At least one of the following proficiency levels in English:

At least a D7 in GCE O-Level English or equivalent
Band 5.5 in IELTS
Online English Placement Test conducted by SHATEC
Pass in SHATEC English Test
Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English

OR

A pass in any preceding WSQ Certificate level(s) will be recognised as fulfillment of English proficiency requirements.

How To Apply

Programme Outline:

Cross-cultural Communication for Service Excellence
Managerial Accounting & Finance
Digital Entrepreneurship
Sustainable Gastronomy
Human Resource & Lean Management
Sustainable Tourism
Research Methods and Data Analytics
Digital & Social Media Marketing
Hotel Management and Application
Beverage Knowledge and Application
Food & Beverage Management and Application
Information Technology and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence
Industrial Attachment (6 months) / Final Project

Assessment Methods: Assignment, Projects, Practical Exam and Written Exam

Graduation Requirements: Student must pass all required modules and complete either the IA or Final Project.

Room Housekeeping Management
- Room Housekeeping Operations Management L4
Front Office Management
- Front Office Operations Management L4
Technology Adoption in Hotels
- Technology Adoption and Innovation L4
People Development
- People Development L4
Market Research in Hospitality
- Market Research L3
Budgeting in Hospitality
- Budgeting L4
Food and Beverage Concepts and Set-Ups
- Business Change Assessment L4
Capstone Project

Course Synopsis:

The International Higher Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management offers a specialized study program that combines the fields of tourism and hospitality management, creating a unique learning experience. The program aims to:

Equip graduates with the essential skills to pursue future managerial roles and provide them with comprehensive insights into core management areas. Additionally, they will acquire the necessary knowledge to thrive in the ever-changing landscape of tourism and hospitality management.
Foster the development of technically proficient, professional, and highly regarded individuals within the tourism and hospitality industry.
Establish a strong foundation of knowledge and skills in tourism and hospitality management. The program focuses on cultivating a creative and adaptable mindset, particularly in the context of a dynamic work environment.
Develop learners' understanding of diverse cultures and equip them with the necessary knowledge to effectively communicate and navigate cultural differences in various settings. Emphasis is placed on fostering acceptance of cultural variations and embracing cultural ambiguity.
Offer participants a clear pathway to advance their careers within the tourism and hospitality industry providing opportunities for professional growth and development.

Certification

Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded the

International Higher Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management

Programme Fees

Course Fee Payable after SkillsFuture Funding (where applicable), inclusive of 9% GST	Singaporean below 40 years old / Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holders	Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above	International Applicants
Self-Sponsored	$13,952	$13,952	$21,582
SME-Sponsored	$13,952	$13,952	$21,582
Non SME-Sponsored	$13,952	$13,952	$21,582

Miscellaneous fees refer to any non-compulsory and non-standard fees which the student will pay only where applicable. Miscellaneous fees are generally out of pocket expenses which cannot be offset by Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) or SkillsFuture Credit.

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Course Fee Payable after SkillsFuture Funding (where applicable), inclusive of 9% GST	Singaporean below 40 years old / Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holders	Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above	International Applicants
Self-Sponsored	$5,658.15	$2,197.51	$21,689.56
SME-Sponsored	$2,197.51	$2,197.51	$21,689.56
Non SME-Sponsored	$5,658.15	$2,197.51	$21,689.56

Information:

Course fee payable include essential training items.

Singaporeans and Singapore PRs will be eligible for up to 70% SSG (Baseline) Course Fee Grant. With effect from 1 October 2021, this training support will be extended to Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders. The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of Singapore Citizens (SCs) with (i) at least one SC child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the SC sponsor is able to support the family. LTVP+ holders will be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ on the back of the card.Funding is subjected to SSG’s prevailing corporate policies and final approval.

The SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MES) is applicable for Singaporeans aged 40 years old and above for up to 90% of course fees. For more information, visit the SkillsFuture website https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/enhancedsubsidy.

SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) offers additional support for SMEs in the form of higher course fee subsidies. SMEs enjoy SkillsFuture funding of up to 90% of the course fees when they sponsor their employees to attend courses supported by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). With effect from 1 January 2022, SSG will introduce a fixed Absentee Payroll (AP) rate at $4.50 per hour, with a $100,000 cap on the maximum AP funding each organisation can claim each calendar year. For more information on ETSS and AP please refer to https://www.enterprisejobskills.gov.sg/content/upgrade-skills/course-fee-and-absentee-payroll-funding.html.

Singaporeans may utilize available funds within their Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) to offset total net course fee payable.

All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay for a wide range of approved skills-related courses. Singaporeans who qualfiiy for the SCTP can use their SkillsFuture Credit (opening and top-up) and Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support) to offset out-of-pocket course fees. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website skillsfuture.sg/credit to choose from the courses available on the SkillsFuture Credit course directory.

NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year when they sign up for courses supported under UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme). NTUC members from 40 years and above enjoy up to $500 per year. For more information and terms and conditions, please refer to https://e2i.com.sg/individuals/ntuc-education-and-training-fund/.