Diploma of Hospitality Management

CRICOS Course Code 115467J

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Build Your Future as a Hospitality Leader

Hospitality management is an excellent career choice for motivated, customer-focused professionals who enjoy working in fast-paced, people-focused environments. If you enjoy leading teams, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and managing business operations, a career in hospitality management can be both rewarding and dynamic.

The Australian Government forecasts continued growth in the hospitality sector, with demand for hotel and hospitality service managers expected to increase. Industry projections indicate approximately 6,000 job openings in this sector over the next five years, highlighting strong employment opportunities for qualified professionals.

This qualification will help you expand your hospitality knowledge while developing advanced skills in leadership, problem-solving, business operations, and team management. You will learn how to coordinate staff, manage customer service standards, and oversee daily operations in diverse hospitality environments such as hotels, restaurants, events, and tourism businesses.

In addition to strong career opportunities, hospitality qualifications are recognised within Australia’s skilled workforce demand. Completing this course may assist graduates in developing the skills, industry experience, and employment pathways that can contribute toward potential migration opportunities in Australia.

Take the next step in your hospitality career and gain the skills, confidence, and industry knowledge needed to progress into leadership roles within the global hospitality industry.

Benefits & Outcomes

  • Sous Chef
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Banquet Manager
  • Functions Manager
  • Cafe or
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Bar Manager
  • Chef de Cuisine
  • Club Manager
  • Front Office Manager
  • Kitchen Manager

During the course you will develop these skills:

Graduates of the Diploma of Hospitality Management may progress into supervisory and management roles across the hospitality industry, including:

✔ Sous Chef
✔ Restaurant or Café Manager
✔ Functions or Banquet Manager
✔ Bar or Club Manager
✔ Front Office Manager
✔ Kitchen Manager
✔ Chef de Cuisine

Benefits of This Qualification

Strong Industry Demand – Hospitality management roles continue to grow across Australia and globally.

Career Progression – Develop leadership and operational skills to move into management and supervisory positions.

Global Career Opportunities – Hospitality skills are recognised worldwide, offering flexibility to work internationally.

Business & Leadership Skills – Learn team management, customer service, and operational planning skills valued by employers.

Career & Migration Pathways – This qualification may support graduates in building industry experience that can contribute toward potential migration opportunities, subject to Australian Government visa and skills assessment requirements.

  • During this course, you will develop skills in:
    • Leadership and Management
      Build confidence in supervising teams, managing workplace operations, and supporting staff performance in fast-paced hospitality environments.
    • Customer Service Excellence
      Learn how to deliver exceptional guest experiences, manage customer expectations, and maintain high service standards.
    • Problem Solving and Decision Making
      Develop the ability to identify challenges, implement solutions, and adapt to changing operational demands.
    • Teamwork and Communication
      Strengthen your ability to collaborate with colleagues, communicate effectively, and lead diverse hospitality teams.
    • Attention to Detail
      Learn how to maintain quality standards in service delivery, food preparation, and workplace operations.
    • Food Preparation and Culinary Techniques
      Develop professional kitchen skills including knife techniques, food preparation methods, and safe kitchen practices.
    • Understanding Ingredients and Flavour Development
      Learn how to select, prepare, and combine ingredients while understanding flavour balance and seasoning techniques.
    • Menu Planning and Recipe Development
      Gain skills in designing menus, creating recipes, and managing food production to meet business and customer requirements.

Food Safety and Hygiene Practices
Understand food safety regulations, sanitation procedures, and workplace hygiene standards required in commercial hospitality environments.

This exciting and industry-focused qualification will help you build the knowledge, culinary expertise, and management skills needed to progress from preparing quality dishes to leading hospitality teams as a confident industry professional. It prepares you for rewarding career opportunities across Australia and around the world.

Course Details

duration and cost

Course duration 86 weeks including

Teaching 68 weeks (20 hours per week)

Holidays 18 week

Costs

Tuition fee $15,000

 Resource fee $2,500

Enrolment fee $250

Please refer to our brochure for further information

Units of Competency

11 Core units

17 Elective Units

download course guide and qualification unit outline for detailed information

Delivery

8 hours at the classroom per week

8 hours practical skills class per week

4 hours/week of study support (learning and assessment tasks between face-to-face consultations)

Face to face | Self study | Practical

Entry Requirements

Domestic: No entry requirements.

International Students:

  • Age: Be 18 years of age or over.
  • Interview: Prior to enrolment, it is mandatory that students attend a Pre-Enrolment Consultation on-campus or phone/Skype/email consultation before enrolment to determine course suitability (English level appropriateness, interests, intentions), identify relevant electives, costs, RPL and elective pre-requisites.
  • English proficiency: IELTS Academic or General English score of 6.0 or above with no band score below 5.5 orAttainment of Advanced English proficiency from a recognised ELICOS provider orInternational Students who do not meet the English language requirements for this course may undertake English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS).
  • Completion of year 12 (Australia) or equivalent in students home country. Students who have not completed high school must have relevant work experience or a qualification that indicates a likely success of course completion.

Note: Students can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning or Direct Credit. This may reduce the course time. See website or contact AGI for details. All new students (except RPL candidates) are required to undertake an LLN Test after enrolment and prior to commencing the course to assist college personnel in identifying students who may require support in language and/or numeracy.

Explore Your Qualification

The SIT50422 – Diploma of Hospitality Management is designed for aspiring hospitality professionals ready to step into leadership roles. This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior operators who combine advanced hospitality expertise with strong managerial capability to coordinate operations, lead teams, and make important business decisions.

Graduates of this qualification can pursue career opportunities across a wide range of hospitality sectors, including restaurants, hotels, resorts, catering companies, clubs, pubs, cafés, and tourism operations. The course also supports the development of multi-skilled professionals with specialised knowledge across accommodation services, food and beverage operations, cookery, and gaming.

This qualification provides a strong foundation for long-term career growth, leadership opportunities, and potential pathways into further study or industry advancement within Australia and globally.

Are You Ready to Step Into Hospitality Leadership?

Turn your passion for hospitality into a professional management career and take the next step toward achieving your goals.

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