OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Program Overview
The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is a six-month to nine-month program that develops managerial skills in the tourism and hospitality industry. It covers topics such as digital marketing, operations management, management accounting, and customer relationship management. The program is offered through flexible delivery methods and assessed solely through assignments. Successful completion prepares learners for further study or employment in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management aims to develop learners into managers within the tourism and hospitality industry, fostering a lifelong learning approach. It focuses on the critical application of contemporary knowledge and theories to manage complex problems. The program equips learners with specialist skills and technical terminology to enhance their management abilities, preparing them for further study or employment. The qualification develops learners' abilities to apply analytical and evaluative techniques, investigate issues and opportunities, understand managerial, organizational, and environmental issues, utilize management techniques creatively, utilize information from various sources, solve problems creatively, exercise judgment and take responsibility for decisions, and reflect on personal learning to improve transferable skills.
Outline:
The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management comprises six mandatory units totaling 120 credits. The units are:
- Digital Marketing Management for Tourism and Hospitality (Level 5, 20 credits): (Specific module description not provided)
- Contemporary Issues in Tourism and Hospitality (Level 5, 20 credits): (Specific module description not provided) The program is offered in two durations: 6 months (fast track) and 9 months. Delivery methods include online, blended learning.
Teaching:
The London College of Professional Studies (LCPS) offers various flexible delivery methods: blended learning, online learning, distance learning, and in-class learning. Learners choose their preferred method.
Careers:
Successful completion allows progression to the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management. Learners may also gain direct entry into the final year of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree program.
Other:
The program is accredited by the Ofqual Awarding body (OTHM). Entry requirements include a relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Diploma or equivalent, and learners must be 18 or older.
London College of Professional Studies offers blended learning programs leading to globally recognized qualifications. Located in London, the institution attracts students from across the UK and various parts of the world.
The college is accredited by NCFE CACHE, OTHM, ATHE, and IOSH, which are among Britain’s leading awarding bodies. Additionally, accreditation from ASIC allows students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) [including EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland] to apply for a Short-Term Student Visa. This visa permits studying short courses in the UK, with durations of up to 6 months for foundation or pre-master programs and up to 11 months for English language courses.
More than 210 courses are offered, primarily online, at foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD levels. To provide these opportunities, the college has partnered with several UK universities and Ofqual-regulated awarding bodies. Students from over 122 countries are currently enrolled, and more than 19,000 students have successfully completed their courses.
Learners are at the center of all activities at London College of Professional Studies. Success is achieved through excellent teaching and high-quality courses, creating opportunities for better futures.
A strong commitment to academic and professional standards defines the institution, with a goal of being internationally recognized for quality teaching resources, student support, and the opportunities provided.
Entry Requirements:
For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification, learners must possess: Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Diploma or equivalent. The learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course.
