International Hotel Management (top up) BSc (Hons)

Course summary

• Study a robust programme of business modules.
• Develop your understanding of the challenges confronted by the international hotel sector.
• Gain a qualification that combines research, theory, general business acumen and real-world work experience.

How you learn

You are taught by lecturers with a rich industry background – having held management positions in chain and independent hotels in the UK and abroad who infuse teaching with research, industry expertise and passion for the hotel industry.
You will be provided with a challenging and supportive learning environment where you will experience 'hands-on' practical learning combined with a traditional classroom environment.

You learn in many ways including

• video conferences with international partners
• a consultancy project with a real-world hotel organisation
• field trips
• site visits
• work with external organisations

Applied learning

Live projects

Opportunities for learning are not just limited to the classroom. Your final year requires you to consult directly with a hotel business to resolve a real-life business issue.

There is also a focus on business development, planning and pitching a hospitality venture to industry collaborators.

This course also incorporates computer simulation to help you understand how to develop and manage a hotel property.

Networking opportunities

Industry interaction comes formally through visiting speakers and informally through our association with the Institute of Hospitality, our strong alumni network and the activities of our hospitality society. We're proud to be one of the founding partners of the Classroom to Boardroom event, which introduces you to a variety of stakeholders through the medium of round table discussions and networking activities.

Competitions

You are encouraged to participate in competitions which celebrate success within the industry. Previous students have been winners or finalists of The Young Guns competition, an industry award that recognises those who have excelled during their placement year. Students have also participated in Passion 4 Hospitality, Young Hoteliers Summit and Zest Quest Asia and many others.