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- 60 creditsProgram Credits
- 4 semestersProgram Length
- Coquitlam CampusCampus
- Fall IntakeOffered
- 500 hours work experienceWork Experience Requirement
- Pathway to BBA degreeFurther Studies
The Hospitality Management Diploma program equips you with essential marketing and management skills specifically for the lodging and restaurant industries. It's designed to enhance your knowledge and practical application of these skills, preparing you for further education or advanced management roles. Through a work experience component, you'll gain valuable industry contacts and have opportunities for paid work. Many students secure seasonal or permanent positions after graduation, often through the college's annual Career Days hiring fair. The program also offers a pathway to a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree, with direct transfer credit into the BBA in Management (with a Hospitality Management concentration) or BBA Marketing (with a Hospitality Marketing concentration) at Douglas College, as well as potential transfer to degree programs at other Canadian universities.
Curriculum
The program requires successful completion of 60 credits, with a minimum of 2.00 GPA. Students must complete 50% (30 credits) at Douglas College and accumulate 500 approved work experience hours. A minimum of 12 credits per semester is required to maintain full-time status, with a minimum grade of 'D' in non-prerequisite courses and 'C-' in prerequisite courses. Students typically take four or five courses per semester to complete the program in two years (four semesters). Foundational Math 11 or equivalent is required for admission.
- Year 1 / Semester 1 & 2
- Tourism Business StructureHOSP 1115
- Introductory Food ManagementHOSP 1145
- Food and Beverage Service OperationsHOSP 1235
- Business LawBLAW 1320
- Excel for BusinessCSIS 1190
- Introductory MarketingMARK 1120
- Principles of Accounting IACCT 1110
- Business CommunicationCMNS 1115
- The Canadian EconomyECON 1101
- Academic WritingENGL 1130
- Commercial & Financial MathematicsFINC 1231
- Year 2 / Semester 3 & 4
- Front Desk OperationsHOSP 2240
- Beverage ManagementHOSP 2255
- Hospitality Management AccountingHOSP 2310
- Food and Beverage Cost ControlsHOSP 2330
- Hospitality Sales and AdvertisingHOSP 2415
- Hospitality & Accommodations ManagementHOSP 2445
- Hospitality Business PolicyHOSP 2455
- Event ManagementHOSP 2465
- Human Resource ManagementBUSN 3350
Careers
Graduates are prepared for a variety of roles within the hospitality industry. The program includes a work experience component and strong links to potential employers.
- Event Management
- Hospitality Business Policy
- Hospitality Sales and Advertising
- Tourism Business Structure
- Human Resources
- Rooms Division (Housekeeping, Reservations, Front Desk, Guest Services)
- Food and Beverage Division
- Recreation
- Conference Services
- Banquets
- Sales
Frequently asked questions
- What are the academic entry requirements for the Hospitality Management Diploma?
- Applicants must have Foundations of Math 11 or Pre-calculus 11 or an equivalent. Alternatives like MATU 0410 or a successful Business Readiness Assessment are also accepted.
- How long does the Hospitality Management Diploma program take to complete?
- The program is designed to be completed in four semesters, which typically spans two years. Students are required to maintain full-time status by taking a minimum of 12 credits per semester.
- What is the work experience requirement for this diploma?
- Students must accumulate 500 approved work experience hours as part of the program. This component helps students gain valuable industry contacts and practical experience.
- What career paths can I pursue after graduating from this program?
- Graduates are prepared for various roles in the hospitality industry, including Event Management, Rooms Division, Food and Beverage Division, and Hospitality Sales and Advertising. The program has strong links to potential employers for job opportunities.
- What are the tuition and fees for international students?
- International tuition and fees information, along with living costs, can be found using the tuition and fee estimator on the Douglas College website. A non-refundable $350 tuition deposit is required upon acceptance of a full-time seat.
Entry requirements
High School DiplomaFoundations of Math 11 or Pre-calculus 11 or equivalent. MATU 0410 or successful completion of the Business Readiness Assessment are acceptable alternatives/equivalents for the Math 11 requirement.
International applicants should visit the 'International application deadline' page for specific application timelines.
Fees
Tuition (international)Please use the tuition and fee estimator for current costs.
Tuition (home)Please use the tuition and fee estimator for current costs.
LivingRefer to the tuition and fee estimator for estimated costs including textbooks, student activity fees, and U-Pass.
A non-refundable, non-transferable $350 tuition deposit is required when offered a full-time seat.
Frequently asked questions
What are the academic entry requirements for the Hospitality Management Diploma?
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Applicants must have Foundations of Math 11 or Pre-calculus 11 or an equivalent. Alternatives like MATU 0410 or a successful Business Readiness Assessment are also accepted.
How long does the Hospitality Management Diploma program take to complete?
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The program is designed to be completed in four semesters, which typically spans two years. Students are required to maintain full-time status by taking a minimum of 12 credits per semester.
What is the work experience requirement for this diploma?
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Students must accumulate 500 approved work experience hours as part of the program. This component helps students gain valuable industry contacts and practical experience.
What career paths can I pursue after graduating from this program?
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Graduates are prepared for various roles in the hospitality industry, including Event Management, Rooms Division, Food and Beverage Division, and Hospitality Sales and Advertising. The program has strong links to potential employers for job opportunities.
What are the tuition and fees for international students?
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International tuition and fees information, along with living costs, can be found using the tuition and fee estimator on the Douglas College website. A non-refundable $350 tuition deposit is required upon acceptance of a full-time seat.