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Diploma of Hospitality 

PSIT50307      SIT50307


Study Mode Study Level Duration Campus and Intake Show intake calendar
Full-time
Part-time (day)
TAFE 18 months full-time or equivalent part-time Lilydale (Spring Term, Summer Term, Term 1, Term 2, Winter Term, Term 3, Term 4)
Prahran (Spring Term, Summer Term, Term 1, Term 2, Winter Term, Term 3, Term 4)

This qualification will provide you with the skills and knowledge to work as a hospitality manager in a variety of settings. Learn human resources, customer service, business and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) skills to manage staff and business effectively. You will undertake hands-on training during practical workplace programs. Intensive workshops will focus on sustainability concepts, development issues and their impact on people and the natural environment. 

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After completing this course you will possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and be able to use a range of specialised, technical or managerial skills to plan, carry out and evaluate your own work and/or the work of your team.

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You must complete 23 Core units and 16 Elective units.

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Core units:

General Studies:
SITXCOM001A    Work with colleagues and customers
SITXCOM002A    Work in a socially diverse environment
SITXCOM003A    Deal with conflict situations
SITXGLC001A     Develop and update legal knowledge required for business compliance

Customer Service:
SITHIND003A    Provide and coordinate hospitality service
SITXCCS002A    Provide quality customer service
SITXCCS003A    Manage quality customer service

Finance:
SITXFIN003A    Interpret financial information
SITXFIN004A    Manage finances within a budget
SITXFIN005A    Prepare and monitor budgets

Human Resources:
SITXHRM001A    Coach others in job skills
SITXHRM003A    Roster staff
SITXHRM005A    Lead and manage people
SITXHRM007A    Manage workplace diversity

Inventory Control:
SITXINV001A    Receive and store stock
SITXINV002A    Control and order stock

Business Management:
SITXMGT001A    Monitor work operations
SITXMGT002A    Develop and implement operational plans
SITXMGT006A    Establish and conduct business relationships

Occupational Health & Safety:
SITXOHS001A    Follow health, safety and security procedures
SITXOHS002A    Follow workplace hygiene procedures
SITXOHS004A    Implement and monitor workplace health, safety and security practices
SITXOHS005A    Establish and maintain an OHS system

Elective units:

BSBCMN205A   Use business technology
SITHFAB001A    Clean and tidy bar areas
SITHFAB002A    Operate a bar
SITHFAB003A    Serve food and beverage to customers
SITHFAB004A    Provide food and beverage service
SITHFAB005A    Provide table service of alcoholic beverages
SITHFAB009A    Provide responsible service of alcohol
SITHFAB012A    Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITHIND001A    Develop and update hospitality industry knowledge
SITXADM004A    Plan and manage meetings
SITXFIN001A      Process financial transactions
SITXHRM002A    Recruit, select and induct staff
SITXHRM006A    Monitor staff performance
SITXOHS003A    Identify hazards, and assess and control safety risks
SITXEVT001A     Develop and update event industry knowledge
SITXEVT002A     Provide event staging support

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Employers are recognising the business benefits of operating in ways that deliver good outcomes for people and the environment. Employment opportunities exist in various areas of hospitality such as restaurants, hotels, catering operations, motels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops. Possible job titles may include:
  • restaurant manager
  • kitchen manager 
  • front office manager 
  • housekeeper 
  • chef 
  • sous chef 
  • gaming manager
  • hotel/motel manager
  • unit manager (catering operations)

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There are no prerequisites for entry to this qualification.

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Details of the fee structure and TAFE course fees can be found at www.swinburne.edu.au/fees

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Apply directly to Swinburne following the step-by-step instructions on our How To Apply website.

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Submit an Online Enquiry
Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)
Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

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