Hospitality Management (Year 2 & 3 Direct Entry), BA Hons

Program Overview

The University of Greenwich's Hospitality Management degree prepares students for managerial roles in the hospitality industry. Through direct entry to Year 2 or 3, students gain practical experience through internships and develop skills in marketing, human resources, revenue management, technology, and event management. Graduates are highly employable in a rapidly growing sector, with opportunities in event management, marketing, and other hospitality areas.

Program Outline

Hospitality Management (Year 2 & 3 Direct Entry), BA Hons - University of Greenwich

Degree Overview:

This hospitality management degree is designed to help students develop into the entrepreneurial, creative and strategic managers the UK & international hospitality industry needs. The program includes modules in financial planning, venue management, event production and marketing. Students will have the opportunity to put their learning into practice on a UK or overseas-based internship in areas such as human resources or events management. Graduates will emerge with the skills and experience needed for managerial roles in an industry that employs over two million people in the UK. They will be able to identify and make the most of business opportunities and find creative solutions when problems arise. These attributes will make them highly attractive to employers, including those in hospitality marketing, guest services, HR, and revenue management.

Outline:

This Direct Entry version of the degree offers two entry points:

• Direct Entry to Level 5 (2 years full-time): Students study the modules shown in Year 1 and Year 2 below.
• Direct Entry to Level 6 (1 year full-time): Students study the modules shown in Year 2 below.

Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Future Paths (30 credits)
• Event Production in Practice (30 credits)
• Marketing for Tourism and Hospitality (30 credits)
• Hospitality Internship (15 credits)
• Digital Tourism Management (15 credits)
• Financial Planning for Hospitality (15 credits)
• Research Methods (MET) (15 credits)

Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Strategic Hospitality Management (15 credits)
• Innovation and Business Planning (30 credits)
• Revenue Management for Hospitality (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Event Venue Management (30 credits)
• Contemporary Issues in International Tourism (15 credits)
• Managing HR in Tourism and Hospitality (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Consultancy Project (30 credits)
• Dissertation (MET) (30 credits)

Assessment:

The assessment methods vary depending on the modules chosen. Students are assessed through a combination of methods, which may include:

• Coursework: Assignments, presentations, reports, etc.
• Exams: Written examinations covering course material.
• Practical Assessments: Demonstrations of skills and knowledge.
• Portfolio: Collection of work showcasing student progress.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Lectures:
Provide a structured overview of course content.
• Seminars: Allow for discussion and deeper exploration of topics.
• Workshops: Provide practical application of theoretical knowledge.
• Independent Study: Students are expected to dedicate time to self-directed learning.
• Guest Lectures: Industry experts share their insights and experiences.
• Employability and Enterprise Workshops: Develop skills for career success.
• Faculty:
• The course team consists of experienced academics and industry professionals.
• Trained postgraduate researchers contribute to seminar teaching with the latest research-led insight.
• Teaching is informed by research and consultancy work.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Hospitality Management
• Event Management
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Revenue Management
• Guest Services
• Opportunities:
• The degree was designed in consultation with employers and includes opportunities to gain significant industry experience through practical work placements.
• Graduates are highly employable in the rapidly growing hospitality sector.
• Outcomes:
• Graduates leave with skills in marketing, human resources, revenue management, technology and events management.

Other:

• The University of Greenwich is ranked in the TOP 5 in London for Hospitality, Event Management & Tourism courses (Guardian University Guide 2024).
• The program is taught at the beautiful Greenwich campus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in London.
• Students can enjoy dedicated workspace, take part in an Enterprise Challenge, and get support for a Tier 1 Start Up Visa.
• The Greenwich Employability Passport Scheme recognizes student efforts in part-time work, volunteering, sports and societies during their studies.

• Home (UK)/International fees 2024/25: £9,250/£17,000