Diploma in Hospitality and Events Management

Description of the Qualification

The Diploma in Hospitality and Events Management (Level 6) is developed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills required for the hospitality and events industry. The qualification is designed to equip students with competencies and knowledge of managing hospitality and events establishments whereby students will be exposed to operational, supervisory and management approaches to hospitality and events establishments. It addresses the skills gaps, challenges and growth opportunities in the industry by providing students with competencies to pursue diverse career opportunities in the field. The qualification focuses on building and enhancing skills and knowledge in aspiring hospitality and events employees, to equip them with the necessary skills to be at the forefront of the ever-changing hospitality and events industry.

Admission/Entry requirements

To be registered for this qualification, a prospective student must:

Hold a Certificate in Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management (Level 5) from IUM or any equivalent qualification at NQF level 5 from recognized institution.

OR

Students will be admitted into this qualification if they hold a Namibia Secondary School Certificate Ordinary Level (NSSCO) or equivalent, with a minimum of 23 points in five (5) best subjects, with a minimum of D in English at NSSCO/ IGCSE level, Grade 1-4 at the NSSCH/ HIGCSE level and at least an E symbol at NSSCAS level.

Students may also enter through mature age, if they meet the following requirements:

• Are 25 years old or over in the year in which admission is sought
• Have at least 2 years relevant working experience
• Have at least a pass at Grade 10
• Provide a suitable reference relating to work experience

Prospective applicants should pass the entry Aptitude Test of IUM. If in possession a foreign qualification, submit an NQA Evaluation report of their foreign qualifications to the IUM for consideration. Enter through a flexible learning path – Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) with 2 years’ relevant experience in various fields of tourism, hospitality, events or related fields.  Achievement of these requirements will not automatically guarantee an acceptance into the programme. This can be achieved after meeting the IUM admission requirements as set by the IUM Senate. If in possession of a foreign qualification, a submission of an NQA evaluation report is required. The Diploma in Hospitality and Events Management (Level 6) grants admission to a Bachelor in Hospitality and Events Management Honours or any related qualification at NQF Level 8.

Career Opportunities

This qualification will offer training to develop strong hospitality and events business management skills and create new job prospects. The diploma therefore targets the following professions: housekeeping supervisors, hospitality health and safety officers, front office personnel, hospitality marketing representatives, customer service personnel, and hospitality bookkeepers

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