Australian Institute of Technical Training
Diploma of Hospitality Management
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior operators who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined with managerial skills and sound knowledge of industry to coordinate hospitality operations. They operate independently, have responsibility for others and make a range of operational business decisions.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector as a departmental or small business manager. The diversity of employers includes restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multiskilling and for specialisation in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage and gaming.
Delivery mode
Australian Institute of Technical Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- LEVEL 3, 440 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Age Requirements
AITT has a requirement that all students must be over 18 years of age at the commencement of course.
Academic Requirements
Australian Year 12 or higher for entry to Diploma and Advanced Diploma level course
We recognise the valuable skills and life experiences that you may already have as a mature student, so if you do not meet AITT’s academic entry-level requirements but have acquired skills or knowledge relevant to your chosen course, you may apply as a mature age student. A mature age student is over 18 years old and has been out of full-time education for at least one year
English Language Requirements
All International Students applying for courses at AITT must have a minimum English Language proficiency level of one of the below:
You should qualify in ANY ONE (1) of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 5.5 or equivalent;
- TOEFL iBT test score band of 46 equivalent or above;
- PTE Academic band score 42 equivalent or above;
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) test score band of 162 equivalent or above;
- OET score band Pass equivalent or above;
- Successful completion of Senior Secondary certificate of education in Australia conducted in medium of English;
- Completion of a full time Certificate III level course or above in Australia;
- English as the first language;
- Satisfactory completion of the EAL course or ELICOS course at the appropriate level; OR
- Any other form of assessment or test that satisfies the Institution.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Hospitality Management will prepare you for the following roles.
Motel Manager
A Motel Manager oversees the daily running of a motel. You’ll ensure guests are being looked after and all other sections of the venue are operatin...
Gaming Manager
A Gaming Manager oversees operations in a gaming venue such as a casino, hotel or club. You might ensure the facility is safe and hygienic and make...
Hotel Manager
A Hotel Manager takes care of daily operations at a hotel or accommodation venue. You’ll supervise other departments including guest services, hous...
Restaurant Supervisor
A Restaurant Supervisor manages operations at a restaurant or dining venue. You’ll manage a team of staff and make sure all areas of the restaurant...
Gaming Supervisor
A Gaming Supervisor manages the daily running of gaming activities at a casino, hotel or club. You’ll ensure operations are carried out effectively...
Front Office Supervisor
A Front Office Supervisor oversees the daily running of a reception area at a hotel, motel or resort. You’ll supervise the reception team and ensur...
Cafe or Restaurant Manager
A Café or Restaurant Manager oversees daily operations at a dining venue. You’ll supervise other staff and make sure the dining area is well presen...
Duty Manager
A Duty Manager supervises a shift at a restaurant, bar or other hospitality venue. You’ll ensure operations are running smoothly and deal with any...
Shift Manager
A Shift Manager oversees operations at a bar, restaurant or dining venue. You’ll supervise a team of staff during a particular shift and make sure...
Bar Manager
A Bar Manager oversees daily operations at a bar, hotel or other licensed venue. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure bar operations are run...
Night Auditor
A Night Auditor works an overnight shift at a hotel or accommodation venue. As well as regular hotel front desk work, you’ll also balance accounts...
Kitchen Manager
A Kitchen Manager oversees kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, safety, and efficient service. You may work in a restaurant, café, or other f...
Demi Chef
A Demi Chef performs a range of tasks in commercial kitchens from preparing food to ordering supplies. You’ll work alongside chefs and other kitche...
Chef de Partie
A Chef de Partie oversees a particular section of a commercial kitchen. You might be in charge of meats, sauces, side dishes, desserts or another a...
Venue Manager
A Venue Manager coordinates bookings and events at a function venue. You might host conferences, exhibitions, performances or corporate functions....
Event Planner
An Event Planner organises events for a range of industries. You might coordinate community events, arrange conferences for work groups or organise...
Cellar Door Manager
A Cellar Door Manager attends to the daily running of the cellar door facility at a winery. Your role will be centred around selling the wine produ...
Food Safety Supervisor
A Food Safety Supervisor oversees food preparation procedures to ensure a business or operation is conforming to food safety standards. You’ll chec...
Club Manager
A Club Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of club operations, including staff management, customer service, and compliance with regu...
Cooks Assistant
A Cooks Assistant helps chefs, cooks and other kitchen staff in a commercial kitchen. You might get ingredients ready or prepare simple food items...
Conference Manager
A Conference Manager oversees the running of a conference, industry event or large meeting of stakeholders. You might liaise with industry represen...
Event Director
An Event Director oversees the overall development of a range of special events. You might work for an event organisation company or lead the event...
Exhibition Manager
An Exhibition Manager organises showcase exhibitions for a range of industries and special interest groups. You might liaise with stakeholders to d...
Tour Operations Manager
A Tour Operations Manager handles the daily running of a range of businesses providing services for tourists. You might manage a company providing...
Reservations Manager
A Reservations Manager supervises the daily running of the reservation department of a tourist operation. You might work for a tour guide company,...
Bakery Manager
A Bakery Manager oversees operations at a bakery or patisserie. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure products are made on time and to a high...
Executive Housekeeper
An Executive Housekeeper oversees the running of a housekeeping service. You’ll supervise a team of staff and organise a housekeeping timetable. Ex...
About Australian Institute of Technical Training
AITT is centrally located in the heart of Melbourne city right in the vicinity of the Melbourne icon, Victoria Market. Melbourne is a great place to live and study. Melbourne has been consistently ranked as ‘The world’s most liveable city’ by the economist intelligence unit (UK). In 2000 Melbourne was accredited as a ‘Safe Community’ by the world health organization – the first Australian capital city to achieve this standing. Melbourne’s residents represent 140 nationalities and speak 151 languages. Thirty per cent of Melbourne’s population was born overseas and Melbourne has the largest population of International students in the country.
AITT is conveniently located to the public transport; major Local Train/Tram stops are one to two minutes away. AITT students will have access to Banks, cafes, restaurants, food courts, parks, libraries, nightclubs, cinemas, shopping arcades, news agencies, supermarkets, travel agencies and a lot more.
