Diploma in Hotel Management

R/1013/4/0049

MQA/FA6147

List of Programs in Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality

About Program
Introduction
Entry Requirements
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)

Level of Study	Diploma
Mode of Study	Full Time
Duration	2.5 Years (Fulltime)
Graduating Credit	90
Course Location	i-CATS University College, Jalan Stampin Timur, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak
Intakes	January, March, and August
Fees Programme	Local : RM 25,000 (Yayasan Sarawak loan will be arrange for qualified candidates) International : RM 38,495

Introduction

The programme explores various themes across the dynamic canvas of the hospitality industry including travel and tourism, lodging, food service, meetings, conventions and expositions, and leisure and recreation.

The Diploma in Hotel Management programmed equips students with the relevant knowledge and skills to enable them to thrive in the hospitality industry. On completion of the programme, graduates can explore a wide range of career opportunities in the hospitality industry. Indeed, amidst the dizzying pace of development, countries around the globe are opening their doors to welcome tourists from abroad. Coupled with the ongoing drive to boost domestic tourism, this has resulted in a host of career opportunities for qualified and talented individuals who relish the opportunity to be part of the wave of innovation that has become the hallmark of the hospitality industry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can look forward to applying for the following positions:

Front Desk Officer
Reservationist
Guest Service Agent
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Housekeeping Supervisor

Entry Requirements

Pass SPM/SPMV or its equivalent with minimum 3 credits; OR
Pass UEC with Grade B in 3 subjects; OR
Pass O-Level or its equivalent with Grade C in 3 subjects; OR
Pass Certificate in related field with CGPA of 2.00; OR Completed/ Passed Skill Kemahiran Malaysia
(SKM) Level 3 in related field with 1 credit in SPM Level or its equivalent AND (for this entry, bridging programme will be offered together with the ongoing curriculum within their studies for 2 semesters; OR
SMU3/SMA/SMK/MA with an average mark of 55 AND English Language Proficiency Requirement:
IELTS with a score of Band 5.0; OR
Any other equivalent qualification(s) recognized by the Malaysian Government.

For International students, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500 or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Band of 5.0 or equivalent

PLO1	Knowledge & Understanding	Apply knowledge to meet the requirements of the hospitality industry.
PLO2	Cognitive skill/Problem solving	Apply and construct creative, innovative, and effective solution to interdisciplinary issues.
PLO3	Practical-work skills, specialized, technical/organizational skills	Execute and demonstrate comprehensive practical skills in hospitality related field.
PLO4	Interpersonal Skills (teamwork, communicate with outsiders)	Assume responsibility to function in teams or individually in interdisciplinary issues.
PLO5	Communication Skills	Communicate effectively in both written and spoken form with other professionals and the community.
PLO6	Digital skills	Demonstrate the ability to utilize digital technology from multiple sources to be applied in multidisciplinary practices.
PLO7	Numeracy skills	Apply qualitative and numerical skills to analyze the hospitality business environment.
PLO8	Leadership & team skills	Show dexterity in performing related task through leadership and teamwork practices across disciplinary settings.
PLO9	Personal skills.	Life-long-Learning, value, self-development Imitate through practice in engaging lifelong learning and professional development in multidisciplinary field.
PLO10	Entrepreneurial skills	Expressing innovative ideas, mindset, and drive in displaying entrepreneurial competency in multidisciplinary field.
PLO11	Ethics & Professionalism	Behave according to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of multidisciplinary practices.