The service sector and experience economy is now one of the largest in the world's economy. Hotel management explores the relationship between hotels and the wider hospitality environment.
We?ve designed this programme to give you the skills sought after by employers and help you make the most of all the opportunities on offer. This exciting programme is aimed at those who want to take over the management of an existing hotel, are aiming for leadership positions and/or want to start a new enterprise. You?ll develop the necessary skills required to manage a successful hotel business including technical, supervisory and managerial skills and techniques with a specific application to the international world of hotel management.
Our BA (Hons) Hotel Management will help you to develop your technical, supervisory and managerial abilities, preparing you for a global industry.
We will combine practical elements of hotel management with an in depth understanding of the potential impacts of the hotels and their role within both the UK and internationally.
You?ll gain a thorough grounding in hotel management and the theoretical principles that underpin this. We also place a strong emphasis on skills development for the workplace, including presentation skills, research, data analysis, budgeting, negotiation and content planning.
During the programme you will spend time in the classroom learning the theoretical elements that underpin your knowledge base. You will also spend time in the working environment of Missenden Abbey and our industry partners, gaining experience throughout the course in: reception, restaurants, housekeeping and conference and events.
This mixture of theory and practice will help ensure the relevance of your studies to employability. This will help you to develop solid business principles, alongside contemporary sector knowledge, and plenty of hands-on experience working in areas related to your field of study.
You?ll learn how to develop a business through effective communication using a variety of tools, demonstrating strong consumer understanding and a have mind-set that takes measured risks, that perceives and creates opportunities and has the resourcefulness to pursue opportunities in an ethical and sustainable way.We balance academic rigour with industry readiness, skills, knowledge, and experience. During this programme you will develop a range of relevant skills and knowledge alongside personal development goals. By linking the programme directly to industry advice and expertise, we will support you to become 'industry ready' from the very beginning of your journey. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available
Intake | Location |
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Semester 2 (January), 2024 | Buckinghamshire |
April, 2024 | Buckinghamshire |
Semester 1 (September), 2024 | Buckinghamshire |
Semester 2 (January), 2025 | Buckinghamshire |
April, 2025 | Buckinghamshire |
Semester 1 (September), 2025 | Buckinghamshire |
Semester 2 (January), 2026 | Buckinghamshire |
April, 2026 | Buckinghamshire |
We also accept applicants who have achieved the Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) with 60 credits overall and 45 credits at Level 3.
As an inclusive University, we recognise that applicants who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications usually required for entry to this course. We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant work experience that equips them to succeed on the course. We will assess this from the information provided in your application ? in particular your personal statement - to help us decide on your eligibility for the course.
International students for whom English is a second language require an IELTS score of 6.0, with no area below 5.5 (or a recognised equivalent).
TOEFL iBT - 80 overall with minimum of 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 20 in Speaking and 18 in reading
International Baccalaureate (IB) Standard Level English Language Syllabus - Grade 5 or above
6.0
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0
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