School Of Tourism & Hospitality

INTRODUCTORY CERTIFICATE IN TOURISM & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Introductory Certificate is an open access qualification that is assessed by a written project and a multiple choice on-line examination.

Who is it for?

The OTHM Introductory Certificate is suitable for those who are at the beginning of their careers. Candidates do not necessarily have to have experience of working in the industry at the outset of the course but, if they do not have this experience, students are expected to be working in the industry on a part-time basis during the course.

The Introductory Certificate course allows candidates to acquire useful basic knowledge as a preparation for a career in the industry.

What will I study?

Topics covered include:

• The global tourism and hospitality supply chain
• The structure of the hospitality industry
• Principles of customer service in tourism and hospitality
• Ecological, cultural and other factors and their effects on the industry
• Ecological, cultural and other factors and their effects on the industry
• Ways of promoting culture through tourism and hospitality
• Compare countries involved in sustainable cultural and ecological tourism
• Job opportunities in the tourism and hospitality industry – their entry requirements and progression routes

How long is the course?

Three (3) months

What is the qualification?

OTHM INTRODUCTORY CERTIFICATE IN TOURISM & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT.

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications required.

What can I do next?

Successful candidates will be eligible to join the Certificate level.