The BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Hospitality Management is designed to develop students as professional, self-reflective individuals capable of meeting the demands of employers in the hospitality sector. This programme equips students with managerial and technical skills to adapt in a constantly evolving industry and prepares them for management roles in hospitality, licensed retail, food and beverage, or leisure and tourism sectors.
The course emphasizes the understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, sustainability, digital technology, and contemporary industry challenges. Graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge to immediately contribute to employment or to progress to a BA (Hons) Top-Up degree in International Hospitality Management awarded by the University of Derby.
Core management principles and operational techniques in hospitality
Customer experience and service management in diverse hospitality contexts
Leadership, professional identity, and team management
Food, beverage, and event operations management
Business and entrepreneurial skills applicable to hospitality
Interactive on-campus and online lectures, tutorials, and academic support sessions
Access to campus and electronic library resources for independent research
Coursework, presentations, and projects based on real workplace scenarios
Group and individual assignments designed to mirror professional practice
Provides a strong foundation in hospitality management, equipping students with both practical and theoretical skills required for a successful career in the global hospitality industry.
Offers a combination of classroom learning and real-world, work-related assignments to develop professional, employable skills.
Prepares students for managerial roles across diverse sectors including hotels, food and beverage, events, tourism, and leisure.
Enables progression to a BA (Hons) Top-Up degree in International Hospitality Management with a recognized university award, increasing career opportunities.
Focuses on contemporary industry challenges, including sustainability, cross-cultural management, and digital technologies, ensuring graduates are industry-ready.
Delivered by experienced staff with professional expertise, providing guidance, mentorship, and industry insights throughout the programme.
Minimum Age: 18 years
Applicants must provide evidence of their highest academic qualification, which may include:
Minimum Age: 21 years
Applicants who do not meet formal academic entry criteria may apply through the Work Route. This route recognises relevant professional experience in the field, or related industries as an alternative pathway into higher education. Some exceptions may apply for applicants with professional experience in other fields. This entry route ensures that motivated and experienced candidates can progress academically and professionally.
If English is not the first language, applicants must complete an approved free English language test that assesses reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Equivalent qualifications may also be accepted.
All applicants are required to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team as part of the selection process.
You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark. You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so you can improve in the future. A number of assessment evidence types will be used, depending on the sort of learning outcomes being assessed. Some modules, for example, require students to demonstrate their skills in a practical setting, whereas others need students to conduct their own research and analysis, either independently or as part of a team. Assessment methods may include:
An HND in hospitality provides a solid foundation on which students can build if they choose to continue their studies beyond the Certificate/ Diploma stage.
Students who complete the Level 5 Higher National Diploma can advance their careers in the hospitality industry by:
Those who enter employment in the hospitality sector may do so in job roles such as:
At the same time, students could continue their studies, heading to university for a Top-up to further your education. See our Top-up courses.
The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses.
If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying.
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