Introduction

Running a hotel or cruise liner is very much about meeting and surpassing the customers’ expectations at all times. As such, the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Hospitality Management programme aims to produce a graduate with the exceptional interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities to make an effective contribution to a hospitality organisation.

Over the course of time, students will obtain an extensive understanding on the role of marketing in the Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THE) industries whilst possessing the means to differentiate the underlying principles and characteristics of services marketing. In addition, the Industrial Work Experience module that students have to undertake in the second year is endorsed by Hospitality Alliance Singapore which comprises of seven (7) renowned hospitality associations. To help students perceive their knowledge of hospitality management in a broader perspective, they are required to complete a dissertation at their final year.

Upon successful completion, qualified students will be awarded the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Hospitality Management by Cardiff Metropolitan University. This qualification lays a firm foundation for students who wish to pursue a rewarding career in the hospitality sector, both locally and internationally.

DIMENSIONS International College is an approved academic partner of Cardiff Metropolitan University for the above programme.

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Curriculum Overview

Programme Structure

The programme consists of two components:

I. Theory and practical class lessons conducted at DIMENSIONS International College (30 months).
II. Industrial Attachment (IA) / Industrial Work Experience* (Year 2), students will be trained at hotels, resorts, country clubs or restaurants (6 months).
Objective

• To strengthen one’s fundamentals in the areas of hospitality events and operations across international borders.
• To provide students with the added value to thrive in the fields of international relations and hospitality.

Designed for

• Undergraduates who wish to acquire a range of skills and knowledge required for management positions in one of the largest employment sectors both locally and internationally.
• Individuals who aspire to secure employment in hotels, restaurants, clubs, resorts and bars within the hospitality industry.

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Area of Studies

Course Structure
Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Hospitality Management consists of 20 modules.
The programme consists of two components:

I. Theory and practical class lessons conducted at DIMENSIONS International College (30 months).
II. Industrial Attachment (IA) / Industrial Work Experience*(Year 2), students will be trained at hotels, resorts, country clubs or restaurants (6 months).
*Students must satisfy the following pre-qualifying requirements prior to school’s arrangement for their IA posting:

A) Students must be at least 18 years old at the time of IA posting
B) Complete and pass the practical and theory assessments of your Course
C) Achieve at least 90% attendance rate
D) Pass the Interview Screening Test comprising of:

• Technical Test
• Performance Test

Note: IA posting is not guaranteed and will be subjected to approval of relevant passes by Ministry of Manpower (MOM). No further IA posting will be arranged if a student withdraws or is terminated from the IA centre.

Course
(Year 1)

• Outline for Hospitality in Practice
• Outline for International Hospitality Events and Operations
• Outline for Principles of Hospitality
• Outline for Diversity and Social Inclusion for THE
• Outline for Finance for Managers
• Outline for Managing People and Organisations
• Outline for Personal Development Planning

(Year 2)

• Outline for Integrated Project
• Outline for Global Hospitality Management Today
• Outline for HRM for Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THE)
• Outline for Marketing for Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THE)
• Outline for Research Methods
• Outline for Business Development and Finance
• Outline for Industrial Work Experience with Personal Development Planning

(Year 3)

• Outline for International Food and Beverage Management
• Outline for Strategic Management for THE
• Outline for Employability and Career Development
• Outline for Branding and Advertising
• Outline for Conferences, Exhibitions and Corporate Events
• Outline for Dissertation

Scope of Study
Theory and practical skills in the Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THE) industries, particularly hospitality

Delivery Mode
Lectures, tutorials, discussions, researches and practicals

Duration
30 months Institutional Training and 6 months Industrial Attachment (IA)* (Total 36 months)
Maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is 60 months of Institutional Training excluding Industrial Attachment (IA) period, subject to the approval from Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway
Students may consider pursuing a Master’s Degree in International Hospitality or other options within this field of study.

Notes:

• Graduates progression pathway is subject to the respective Institutions’/Universities’ entry requirements at the point of application.
• Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.

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Entry Requirements

Academic Level: GCE A-Level with passes in at least three subjects at D Grade and above (including Mathematics and Science) or successfully completed DIMENSIONS’ Foundation Programme for Higher Education or 3-year Senior High School Diploma or equivalent Diploma in related disciplines.
English Proficiency: IELTS score of at least 6.0 or pass the DIMENSIONS’ Certificate in Academic English Level 5 or pass the English Proficiency Test at equivalent level conducted by DIMENSIONS or its equivalent. English proficiency may be considered to have been met and an IELTS score may not be required if applicant possesses a highest qualification where English was the sole medium of instruction.

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Duration & Intake

Programme Duration

Class Periods
Full-time
Monday to Friday: 9.30am – 12.30pm and/or 1.45pm – 4.45pm
5 sessions per week, 3 contact hours per session

Part-time
Weekday (Monday to Friday)
Sessions will be held in the evening
and / or
Weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday)
Sessions will be conducted within 9.00am to 6.00pm

1-3 sessions per week, 3 contact hours per session

Examination Period
Assessments in course and / or at the end of semester

Assessment Methods
Combination of practical assessments, examinations, test, assignments, reports, portfolios, coursework and presentations

Assessment Grading Criteria
Following the University’s Generic Marking Criteria in 21 classifications evaluating a student’s Knowledge and Understanding, Cognitive Skills, Practical/Professional Skills and Transferable Skills

Expected Examination Results Release Date
Not more than 3 months after the final assessment

Qualification Award
Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Hospitality Management awarded by Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK

Graduation Requirements
A “Pass” in all assessments of all modules, including Industrial Attachment (IA) / Industrial Work Experience*
Note 1: International Student must achieve at least 90% attendance rate (ICA Requirement).
Note 2: International Student must not be absent for more than 7 consecutive days without valid reason (ICA Requirement).
Note 3: Students who do not require ICA’s student’s pass must achieve at least 80% attendance rate.Our College only accept medical certificates as proof for absenteeism. Any other documents should only be accepted on a case-by-case basis with full justification and be acceptable by ICA.
Note 4: In the first week of studies, an induction session will be conducted. The students will be briefed by the Academic Staff on full details of the course including scheme of work, timetable, assessments and grading, assessment and exam dates and venue and many other academic matters.
Note 5: DIMENSIONS has the right to cancel a class/an intake if the minimum number of students enrolled is less than 10 for any programme per class. Students may enroll into a later intake, if any, or withdraw from course. (For refund, please refer to our Refund Policy).
Note 6: Students (both international and local) must achieve an attendance rate of 80% and above in order to qualify for examinations.

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Fees & Funding

Full-time

Part-time

Miscellaneous Fees:

* One-time Fee
Note 1: All miscellaneous fees are inclusive of 7% GST.
Note 2: Total course fees paid (except application fee and GST) by students are protected under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS).
Note 3: All students must sign the Advisory Note to Student before signing the Standard PEI-Student Contract.
Note 4: The Standard PEI-Student Contract must be signed by the student prior to making course fees payments to DIMENSIONS.
Note 5: The course fees shown above are effective from 20th June 2017. DIMENSIONS reserves the right to make necessary amendments to the course fees without prior notice.


Payment Mode

For more information on Payment Mode, please go to : https://dimensions.edu.sg/current-students/types-of-fee-and-payment-modes/

For more information on Fee Protection Scheme (FPS), please go to : https://dimensions.edu.sg/current-students/fee-protection-scheme/

For further details, please contact your Admissions Officer at 6334 0600.