SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management


  • Course Code SIT50422
  • Duration 12 weeks (10 weeks study + 2 weeks holiday) for students who have completed SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management at WAIFS.
  • Location Perth Campus
  • Timetable Thursday and Friday (8:45am - 5:00pm)
  • Self Directed Study 5 hours
  • Next Intake Date Monthly

Course Outline

Hospitality is one of the fastest growing industries around the world, bringing in a significant amount of economic growth each year. If you are wanting to stand out when applying for employment opportunities within hospitality, our Diploma of Hospitality Management could help you do just that. It will provide you with a sound understanding of the managerial side of the business, as well as being able to provide high-quality customer service and develop strong business relationships with stakeholders.

This qualification is suitable for students interested in furthering their hospitality career.

*Please note all WAIFS courses are also offered via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

This course will be delivered and assessed via classroom delivery, simulated environments, work-based training, portfolios, presentations, knowledge questions, and written assessments.

  • Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (or equivalent).

    For International Students studying vocational (VET) course/s only; IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

    For International students studying English (ELICOS) and a VET course; IELTS 5.0 or equivalent and 20 weeks of ELICOS or IELTS 5.5 or equivalent and 10 weeks of ELICOS.

  • Units of Competency

    Total Number of Units: 28 (11 core units + 17 elective units)

    Students who completed WAIFS SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management will be granted Credit Transfers for 24 units. If you are not eligible for Credit Transfers for these units, you will need to complete the additional units to receive the qualification.

    Note: Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites. Refer to individual units for details.

    Core Units

    Unit Code Unit Name

    SITXCCS016

    Develop and manage quality customer service practices

    SITXGLC002

    Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law

    SITXMGT005

    Establish and conduct business relationships

    SITXCCS015

     Enhance customer service experiences

    SITXCOM010

    Manage conflict

    SITXFIN009

     Manage finances within a budget

    SITXFIN010

    Prepare and monitor budgets

    SITXHRM008

     Roster staff

    SITXHRM009

    Lead and manage people

    SITXMGT004

     Monitor work operations

    SITXWHS007

     Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

    Elective Units

    Unit Code Unit Name

    BSBOPS502

     Manage business operational plans

    SITXFSA008*

     Develop and implement a food safety program

    SITHCCC023*

    Use food preparation equipment

    SITHCCC027*

     Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery

    SITHCCC028*

    Prepare appetisers and salads

    SITHCCC029*

    Prepare stocks, sauces and soups

    SITHCCC030*

    Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes

    SITHCCC031*

    Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes

    SITHCCC035*

    Prepare poultry dishes

    SITHCCC036*

     Prepare meat dishes

    SITHCCC037*

    Prepare seafood dishes

    SITHCCC041*

     Produce cakes, pastries and breads

    SITHCCC040*

    Prepare and serve cheese

    SITHCCC043*

    Work effectively as a cook

    SITHKOP015*

    Design and cost menus

    SITXFSA005

    Use hygienic practices for food safety

    SITXFSA006

     Participate in safe food handling practices

     

  • Work-based Placement

    Students who have already completed work-placement in another qualification may be exempt. Otherwise, students are required to undertake at least 240 hours of work-based placement to cover a minimum of 48 complete food service periods linked with a number of units of competency in their course.

  • Pathways/Articulation

    After achieving a Diploma of Hospitality Management, you may undertake our Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management, or a range of other Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree qualifications. You may also be able to receive exemptions from some subjects based on this qualification.

    For more detailed information about this course, please contact admissions@waifs.wa.edu.au.

  • International Fees

    Tuition Fee: $3,050.00

    Materials Fee: $250.00

    Uniform Fee: $250.00 (Not Applicable for Students who completed SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery at WAIFS).

    A one off $250.00 Enrolment Fee is applicable to process the Application (not applicable for continuing WAIFS students).

    *Course fees may change. This is usually annually on 1 July and typically no more than 4%.

    **Fees are quoted in AUS Dollars.

  • Job Opportunities

    Upon completion of your studies there is a wide range of job opportunities in the hospitality sector available to you.

    WAIFS currently has a partnership with Compass Group Australia which offers student’s WBT placements and Job opportunities in their FIFO division.

    Compass Group Australia

    For more information please contact admissions@waifs.wa.edu.au