The program, Diploma in Hotel & Catering prepares the students for a rewarding career in List of Overseas Qualications & its equivalency with Malaysian Education System to see if you qualify for this course.the hotel industry. It comprises sound theory and craft based learning (practical classes) with professional internships within the industry.
Overview
The program, Diploma in Hotel Management prepares the students for a rewarding career in the hotel industry. It comprises sound theory and craft based learning (practical classes) with professional internships within the industry. It aims at providing students with the appropriate operational skills for rooms division, reception services, food and beverage service management as well as food production and also focuses on the development of a professional attitude for a career in the hotel industry. After completion of the Hotel Management Diploma, students can either continue their studies to complete the bachelor degree or they can start their professional career at this stage.
Program Aim
The steady increase in commercial and tourism activities has made career in the hotel industry quite attractive. This programme helps in filling the skills gap and uplifts the standards of workers in the hotel industry as it focuses on training and development of skills. Students are also provided the necessary education that will prepare them for senior- level jobs in the hotel industry. The practical experience acquired by the students through this program promises a fulfilling and rewarding career in this exciting and fast-growing industry.
Career Opportunities
- Hotels- Food & Beverage (F&B) Service and Production, Housekeeping, Front Office, Marketing & Sales and Human Resource Department.
- Shipping and Cruise liners- Food & Beverage (F&B) Service and Production.
- Entrepreneurship ( Fast Food Restaurants, Dining Restaurants )
Subject Highlights
Sl.No. | MQA Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
1. | HOSP 111 | Introduction to Hospitality Industry | 3 |
2. | HOSP 253 | Housekeeping Management | 4 |
3. | ENG 413 | English 1 | 3 |
4. | COMP 101 | Fundamentals Of Computers | 3 |
5. | MPU 2193/MPU 2133 | Kursus Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (Philosophy and Current Issues Course) (MPU 2193)/Â Malay Language Communication 1 (International) (MPU 2133) | 3 |
6. | HOSP 152 | Front Office Management | 4 |
7. | HOSP 243 | Food & Beverages Service Skills | 4 |
8 | CULN 242 | Food & Beverage Hygiene | 3 |
9 | HOSP 282 | Event Management | 3 |
10. | MPU 2222 | Creative Problem Solving (International student) Penyelesaian Masalah Kreatif (Local student) | 3 |
11. | HOSP 226 | Restaurant Operations | 4 |
12. | HOSP 264 | Human Resource Management in Hotel & Catering | 3 |
13. | HOSP 162 | Principles of Hotel & Catering Law | 3 |
14 | CULN 244 | Kitchen Management | 3 |
15 | HOSP 232 | Beverage Studies | 3 |
16 | ENG 423 | English 2 | 3 |
17 | COMM 119 | Public Relation | 3 |
18 | HOSP 260 | Marketing Hotel & Catering Service | 3 |
19 | FRN 101 | Hotel French 1 | 3 |
20. | CULN 292 | Science & Health of Culinary study | 3 |
21. | MNGT 115 | Business Management | 3 |
22. | MPU 2332 | Constitution and Society (International student) Perlembagaan dan Masyarakat (Local student) | 2 |
23. | ACCM 131 | Accounting for Hospitality | 3 |
24. | ENT 1007 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
25. | HOSP 293 | Hotel Maintenance | 3 |
26. | FRN 102 | Hotel French 2 | 3 |
27. | CULN 241 | Food Production (Practical) | 4 |
28 | HOSP 273 | Industrial Training | 8 |
Entry Requirements
- Passed the Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) / Vocational Education Certificate (SPMV) with at least three credits in three subjects; or
- Passed Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with at least a B grade in 3 subjects; or
- Passing O-Level with at least Grade C in 3 subjects; or
- Passed the Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM) or equivalent with minimum grade C (NGMP 2.0) in any subject; or
- Passed STAM (rank Maqbool); or
- Graduated Community College Certificate MQF equivalent to level 3 in a related field; and
a. Passed SPM with at least a credit in one subject; and
b. Through consolidation program (if necessary); or - Pass the Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) Level 3 in a relevant field; and
a. Passed SPM with at least a credit in one subject; and
b. Through consolidation program (if necessary); or - Graduate Certificate in a related field (MQF Level 3) with a minimum CGPA of 2.0; or
- Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government.
English Requirements :
International students must have proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. For example, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 4.0 or its equivalent. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPS must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.