Diploma in Hotel Management

MQA/FA6147

List of Programs in Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality

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 RM 25,000 (Yayasan Sarawak loan will be arrange for qualified candidates)

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.