Tourism and Hospitality Management

Course Modules 

Level 4 Hospitality Management modules

1. Academic Writing and Research Skills (20 credits)
   Develop key skills in academic writing, research, referencing, and critical analysis.
2. Business Environment for Tourism and Hospitality (20 credits)
   Understand how economic, political, and social factors impact the tourism and hospitality sectors.
3. Services Marketing in Tourism and Hospitality (20 credits)
   Learn how to market services effectively in customer-focused industries like tourism and hospitality.
4. Sustainability in Tourism and Hospitality (20 credits)
   Explore sustainable practices and their importance in creating responsible tourism experiences.
5. Events Management (20 credits)
   Gain practical insights into planning, organising, and delivering successful events.
6. The Development of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry (20 credits)
   Study the growth and transformation of tourism and hospitality from past to present.

Level 5 Hospitality Management modules

Assessments

The OTHM Level 4 & 5 diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management is made up of 12 modules, with 6 written assignments at each level. Once you’ve completed the modules, you’ll be given access to the assignments and each assignment is approximately 2,000 – 3,000 words. Your assignment will then be submitted to your personal tutor for marking and feedback.

The assignment titles for the Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management course are:

1. Academic Writing and Research Skills
2. Business Environment for Tourism and Hospitality
3. Services Marketing in Tourism and Hospitality
4. Sustainability in Tourism and Hospitality
5. Events Management
6. The Development of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry

The assignment titles for the Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management course are:

1. Digital Marketing Management for Tourism and Hospitality
2. Operations Management
3. Management Accounting
4. Management of Human Resources
5. Customer Relationship Management
6. Contemporary Issues in Tourism and Hospitality

You can find more information about each individual assignment here.

Entry requirements

To enrol in our Level 4 Hospitality Management course, you must be at least 18 years old and have a full secondary education, meaning you must have a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.

If you don’t have 2 A-levels or the equivalent, such as NVQ Level 3, you may also be able to enrol based on your work experience. To find out more, talk to one of our helpful team members at: 0333 772 1158

To enrol in a Level 5 Hospitality Management course, you must have completed the Level 4 OTHM diploma in Hospitality and Tourism management.

Cost and payments

1. Level 4: £2,900

Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest free.

1. Level 5: £2,900

Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest free.

1. Level 4 & 5: £3,500

Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £145 a month for 24 months, interest free.

Students can make payment using one of the following methods:

• Credit or debit card
• Bank transfer
• Interest free monthly instalments
• Paypal
• Western Union
• ELCAS funding

Career progression

Our Level 4/5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management from Online Business School equips you with a wide range of skills needed to succeed in the global hospitality industry.

Upon completing the course, you’ll be well-prepared to apply for senior positions at hotels, restaurants, resorts, and other hospitality properties worldwide. Graduates can pursue roles such as:

• Hotel Manager

• Restaurant Manager

• Event Coordinator

• Resort Manager

• Catering Manager

The Level 4/5 qualification provides a solid foundation for a rewarding career in the tourism and hospitality industry, with plenty of opportunities to advance further.

University progression

Once you’ve completed your online Level 4 & 5 Hospitality and Tourism management course you have the opportunity to complete a third year Hospitality degree programme, known as a ‘BA top up’, from a wide range of UK universities.

Students can apply to any university offering the BA top up and you can choose to study for your degree either online or in-person on campus. Below are just a few of the universities that offer the Hospitality degree top up programme:

• University of Derby: International Hospitality Business Management (Top-Up)
• Bournemouth University: BA (Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management
• University of Central Lancashire: Management in Hospitality BA – Top up
• University of Sunderland: International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)
• University of Northampton: International Tourism Management (Top-Up) BA 
• Middlesex University London: BSc Honours International Hospitality and Tourism Management top-up

Sample Certificate

Level 4 Diploma Sample Certificate and Transcript