BTEC HND (Higher National Diploma) in Hospitality Management

Awarding Body: EDEXCEL

Edexcel is the leading provider of internationally recognised qualifications. It is a QCF (Qualifications and Credit Framework) and UK government recognised awarding body. Whitechapel College is an accredited centre for the Edexcel in respect of this course.

 

About the course:
The course is a UK Government’s Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 5 and 240-credit qualification. This course has been designed to meet both students’ needs and those of employers in all sectors and specialisms, ensuring that the students acquire transferable professional skills and achieve tangible recognition of their studies.

Who is it for ?
This course is for those who wish to develop their skills and/or wish to progress to the final year of a three-year university degree in Hospitality Management such as BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management or BA (Hons) in Leisure, Travel and Tourism Management.  

The qualification is also for those who wish to change career or move into employment in management following a career break.

Duration:
Two years by distance learning (a full time student may be able to finish the course earlier)

Entrance requirements:
Either BTEC Certificate
Or relevant work experience at an appropriate level
Or GCE A Levels / NVQ Level 4
Or equivalent international qualifications

Course Structure: 

Students are required to complete seven compulsory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 240 Credits.

Compulsory Units:

Unit No	Unit Name	Credit
1	The Contemporary Hospitality Industry	15
2	Finance in the Hospitality Industry	15
3	Customer Service	15
4	Research Project	20
5	Food and Beverage Operations Management	15
6	Rooms Division Operations Management	15
7	The Developing Manager	15

Optional Units (choose a minimum of 130 Credits)
(The College may select the units due to availability of lecturer)

Unit No	Unit Name	Credit
8	Marketing in Hospitality	15
9	Human Resource Management for Service Industries	15
10	Work-based Experience	15
12	Hospitality Operations Management	15
23	Law for Licensed Premises	15
31	Food Safety Management	15
32	Nutrition and Diet	15
35	The Entertainment Industry  and Venue Management	15
36	Sport and Leisure Tourism in the UK	15
38	Sustainable Tourism Development	15
39	Tourist Destinations	15
40	Tour Operations Management	15
41	Personal and Professional Development	15
42	Employability Skills	15

For the complete specification of the units, please click here.

Commencement date:

Distance Learning students may start the course at any time. However, a full-time or a part-time course starts in January, May and September every year.

Tuition and study

Distance learning students are supported by means of email, video conference and/or sometimes by tutorial by appointment 
Full time course is taught by formal lectures, directed study and tutorials. Classes are provided for 15 hours a week on three days between 10.00am and 5.00pm.

Part-time classes take place on Monday and/or Tuesday between 6.00pm and 9.00pm.
Part time weekend classes are available only on Saturday between 2.00pm and 5.00pm. Part-time students must mention on the application form their preference of attendance 

Assessment / Examination

Oral Examinations/Portfolio of evidence. There is no formal examination on this course. Students have to submit assignments of their work liaising with the course co-ordinator.