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SIT50416 Diploma of Hospitality Management~ - International

CRICOS code: 096683G
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Next intake July 2023
LocationsGeelong City Campus
DurationFull-time: 6 Months

Course description

If you love working with people and are looking for a rewarding career in the hospitality industry, then this course is for you!

You will learn to develop quality customer service skills, manage finances within a budget, and manage staff and regulatory requirements. The learning style combines hands-on and theory, teaching you everything you need to become a highly skilled manager in the hospitality industry.

How often do I attend?

Full time - 3 days a week

~ This course is in transition.

The course code, title, units and content may change in future. Further information will be provided on The Gordon website, upon enrolment and/or during the course of your training.

Possible career outcomes

  • Front of house manager
  • Cafe or Restaurant Owner
  • Hospitality manager
  • Food and Beverage Manager
  • Functions Manager
  • Bar Manager

Applications & attendance

How to apply

  1. View how to apply to find out what documents you will need to complete your application.
  2. Submit your application through your education agent using the forms below or apply online by selecting an intake from the application and attendance table below.

If you need help, contact the International team.

Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.

IntakeApplicationsAttendanceClassesDuration 
2023 July
Geelong City Campus Open: 1 Jul 2021
Close: 1 Jul 2023 Class DayStart: 11 Jul 2023
Tue,Wed,Thur 8am to 5pm
 Full-time: 6 Months  Apply  
2024 February
Geelong City Campus Open: 25 May 2022
Close: 1 Feb 2024 Class DayTimetable to be advised
 Full-time: 6 Months  Apply  
2024 July
Geelong City Campus Open: 15 Aug 2022
Close: 1 Jul 2024 Class DayTimetable to be advised
 Full-time: 6 Months  Apply  

 

Note: Students are required to undertake some self-paced learning and assessment activities outside of class time.

Please refer to our key dates and orientation webpage here.

We reserve the right to close course intakes early. Many courses have limited places and high demand. Early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to cancel intakes and courses if there are insufficient student numbers.

  • Successful completion of Certificate IV Cookery or Certificate IV Patisserie or hold relevant qualifications or units of competency. Students who do not hold these qualifications will need to complete these units prior to course commencement.
  • Applicants must be aged 18 years and over at the time of course commencement
  • Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3 to meet the academic requirements for the course. 
  • To be eligible to apply for a VET Student Loan applicants will be required to: 
    • undertake an independent assessment test to ensure they possess Level 3 in reading and numeracy, or
    • provide their Year 12 certificate, or
    • provide evidence of completion of a Certificate IV or above. 
  • You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.

Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills .

Practice tests

In order to prepare for your LLN, you may wish to attempt some practise tests in which you will find similar questions (with solutions too). These practice tests are not VSL approved but may be similar in question type and level of difficulty to what may be asked in the VSL approved LLN. Click here for practice tests. Please note, the VSL approved LLN cannot be resat within 3 months of undertaking it.

Academic:

Pre requisite courses - successfully completed:

  • SIT30816 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (1 year)
  • SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (6 months)
or
  • Hold relevant qualifications or units of competency. Students who do not hold these qualifications will need to complete these units prior to course commencement.
For more information please refer to entry requirements here.

English:

IELTS Academic overall score of 5.5 with no band below 5.0 (or equivalent) – Equivalents can be found on our English language equivalency page.
 
*Applicants from specified countries may be exempt from English Language Requirements for admissions purposes. Such students will still need to provide evidence of meeting minimum English requirements for visa purposes. Check the list of exempt countries for more information.

Age/other requirements:

You must be 18 years or over at the time of course commencement.

  • Successful completion of Certificate IV Cookery or Certificate IV Patisserie or hold relevant qualifications or units of competency. Students who do not hold these qualifications will need to complete these units prior to course commencement.
  • Applicants must be aged 18 years and over at the time of course commencement
  • Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3 to meet the academic requirements for the course. 
  • To be eligible to apply for a VET Student Loan applicants will be required to: 
    • undertake an independent assessment test to ensure they possess Level 3 in reading and numeracy, or
    • provide their Year 12 certificate, or
    • provide evidence of completion of a Certificate IV or above. 

Personal Learning Requirements

There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.

Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.

Selection mode

Core Units Code Hours
Develop and manage quality customer service practices SITXCCS008 30
Enhance customer service experiences SITXCCS007 40
Establish and conduct business relationships SITXMGT002 60
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices SITXWHS003 30
Lead and manage people SITXHRM003 60
Manage conflict SITXCOM005 20
Manage diversity in the workplace BSBDIV501 60
Manage finances within a budget SITXFIN003 30
Manage operational plan BSBMGT517 70
Monitor work operations SITXMGT001 20
Prepare and monitor budgets SITXFIN004 30
Research and comply with regulatory requirements SITXGLC001 80
Roster staff SITXHRM002 30
Elective Units Code Hours
Coordinate cooking operations SITHKOP005 100
Develop and implement a food safety program SITXFSA004 50
Develop menus for special dietary requirements SITHKOP004 15
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices BSBSUS411 40
Operate a bar SITHFAB003 35
Package prepared foodstuffs SITHCCC004 15
Plan and monitor espresso coffee service SITHFAB019 80
Prepare and serve espresso coffee SITHFAB005 30
Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages SITHFAB004 20
Process financial transactions SITXFIN001 25
Provide responsible service of alcohol SITHFAB002 10
Serve food and beverage SITHFAB007 80
Show social and cultural sensitivity SITXCOM002 20
Use hygienic practices for food safety SITXFSA001 15
Use social media in a business SITXEBS001 35

 

Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.

Assessment is based on:

  • Hands-on work
  • Written assignments 
  • Team projects
  • Exam 
  • May also be based on Service periods

Fees are based on current year and are subject to change for future years. Fees are charged upon course offer and must be paid to obtain the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). Contact the international office for detailed information or see fees, payments and refunds. More information.

Total tuition fee:

$8,200

Total approx. materials and courses expenses:

FeesRateUnit
Materials AUD $560.00 Once
Equipment Levy AUD $40.00 Once

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The Gordon can now issue packaged offers for international students – DIPLOMA + BACHELOR through our partnership with Torrens University.
 
Follow this link to find more information about International pathways.
 

Date published: 3/04/2023 8:01:06 AM
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