Course Description
This course is designed to provide participants with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to meet the demands of the culinary industry. Additionally, this course provides you with the management skills required to successfully run a hospitality operation.
The course provides students with ‘hands-on’ training in hospitality management. It focuses on training students for supervisory and management level positions in hotels and restaurants.
Students in this course develop a broad awareness and understanding of the hospitality industry, with a particular emphasis on skills required by managers and supervisors.
Classes Scheduled
AAMS’s teaching hours are from 8.30am to 10.15pm and classes will be organised for consecutive days between Monday and Saturday during the day or 4 evening classes Monday – Thursday (Total 20hrs face to face and blended learning with additional student resources available online through the AAMS learning management system including forum discussions, additional online resources etc.) Note: Work experience hours may be outside these scheduled hours.
Target Group
This course is aimed at individuals who wish to become Head chefs and/or also be able to manage a restaurant. Therefore, it is appropriate for students who may wish to start their own restaurants on managing the food and beverage division.
Entry Requirement: Students must have good health, Entry Requirement: achieve English proficiency of 5.5 as minimum in IELTS or recognized equivalent, and meet the necessary academic and financial entry criteria for the courses.
The minimum requirements to enrol in AAMS is a High School Certificate or its equivalent with a minimum of overall Pass mark in Year 12. Students must be 18 years of age or older at the time of their initial application. Australian Academy of Management and Science will not enrol students under the age of 18 years.
Qualification
On successful completion of the course students are eligible to receive SIT50416- Diploma of Hospitality Management and a Statement of Results.
Accreditation
AAMS is a registered training organisation by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) with the RTO code 91354 and CRICOS Provider code 02882M to deliver the SIT50416- Diploma of Hospitality Management. This qualification is recognised under Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Course Duration and Enrollment
This course duration is 57 weeks including holidays; the training delivery contains 800 hours face to face tuition with 300 hours of self-study and 100 hours of work placement.
International students are required to undertake fulltime course work of 20 hours per week with a minimum of 80% of class room attendance. This is a requirement of the student visa. The course introduces front of house skills and focuses on management subjects.
Career Pathway
Pathways into the qualification. It is strongly recommended that individuals undertake lower level qualifications, and/or gain industry experience prior to entering SIT50416 Diploma of Hospitality Management, however this is not mandatory.
Pathways from the qualification. After achieving SIT50416 Diploma of Hospitality Management, individuals could progress to SIT60316 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality or Higher Education qualifications in management.
You may prefer to manage a restaurant or food and beverage operation.
Vocational Outcome
Graduates of the SIT50416- Diploma of Hospitality Management may gain employment as a departmental or small business manager. These may include:
- banquet or function manager
- bar manager
- café manager
- chef de cuisine
- club manager
- executive housekeeper
- front office manager
- gaming manager
- kitchen manager
- motel manager
- restaurant manager
- sous chef
- unit manager catering operations
Teaching Methods / Resources
Training will be delivered using a blended learning approach, combining facilitator-led theory sessions in small groups and classroom based delivery at AAMS and full access to additional learning material and resources through the AAMS online learning management system.
- Practical training in Commercial Catering operations
- Qualified trainers with extensive industry experience
- Class rooms are fitted with modern audio/visual facilities
- Computer facilities with internet access + Wi-Fi
Assessment Methods
Assessment is based on competency, that is the ability to perform specific skills and is done through a combination of observation, discussion, written assignments, tests, examinations, and/or practical application and work related projects.
When conducting a competency based assessment, the assessor will work with you to collect evidence of your work performance using the competency standards as benchmarks. Competency based assessment is generally activity based and practical. However, competence also means that you must display an understanding of the knowledge that underpins the performance of the task.
National Recognition
AAMS is committed to its obligation under the Standards for NVR registered training organisation for national recognition.
National recognition is the process that credit award for Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations (RTO) enabling individuals to receive national recognition of their achievements. Credit can be either a direct recognition of a course completed at another RTO or a combination of national recognition and credit transfer. Contact AAMS for further information.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning is the process that recognises student’s current skills and experience regardless of where and when the learning occurred. Applications for RPL are based on whole competencies.
Students can base their application on any combination of formal or informal training and education, work experience or general life experience.
Students will need to contact the academy for information on the RPL process and apply at the time of their initial application to the Academy. To apply for RPL students will need to complete the RPL form and provide supporting evidence. Evidence may include:
- Interview/professional conversation
- Observation and questioning including workplace visits
- Portfolio of work, which may include completed assessment items from previous study
- Supplementary assessment tasks or challenge test – oral, written or practical
- Assessment where no training is involved
- Trade test
- Authentication of evidence by supervisor or employer
Unsuccessful applicants have a right to formally appeal the RPL assessment, through the Academy’s appeals and complaints process.
Welfare and Guidance
The Academy is committed to accommodate special circumstances (such as a disability) of individual students.
The Academy provides student induction every term. For students who apply offshore, the Academy offers various other support services such as
- Airport pick-up *
- Accommodation *
* These services are provided on actual cost recovery basis. Students may make an appointment at any time to see AAMS for free advice relating to study on issues such as:
- managing your time
- setting and achieving your goals
- motivation
- ways of learning
- coping with assessments
- looking after yourself
Our staff will assist you in how to seek help with local welfare and guidance services as required. However, students with welfare and guidance needs beyond the expertise of AAMS staff will be referred to external specialist agencies.
Fees
The course fee is $7,490
Additional Mandatory Fees
Enrolment fee: $250.00 (non-refundable)
First Instalment of Fees Payable
At the time of admission, the students are required to pay:
Enrolment fee + upfront tuition fee + OSHC premium
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
Once enrolment has been confirmed, you will be advised of the Orientation date. Please note: overseas health cover (OSHC) is compulsory for students on a student visa. Payment must include the following: (Please note tuition and OSHC fees are subject to change.)
Fees
Fees are levied on all courses offered. Please refer to the fee schedule available on our website or through Administration for detailed current course fees.
A non-refundable enrolment fee of $250.00 is required at the time of enrolment and this guarantees your place in the course. The enrolment deadline is 14 days prior to the commencement of courses.
Remaining course fees can be:
- paid in advance in their entirety; or
- paid using a flexible payment plan available as semi-annual payments, quarterly payments or monthly payment. Payments are paid in advance and are due two weeks prior to divided payment terms. Please note: the fee payment schedule is determined on a case by case basis.
Students who pay fees for courses will be issued with receipts. The management of the Australian Academy of Management and Science Pty Ltd will be responsible for ensuring that those fees are accounted for within a separate section of the financial control centre and are identified as fees paid in advance.
Course fees do not include:
- Learning Resources which may cost $250.00 approximately
- Responsible Service of Alcohol course $110 approximately
- The cost of travel between sites (where applicable)
- RPL fee (if applicable): $100 per unit assessed.
OSHC Premium Price List
| Single | Family | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Year | $480 | $960 |
| 2 Years | $960 | $1,920 |
It is an essential requirement of your student visa that you have adequate health cover while you are studying in Australia. You are required by law to pay for Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). If you do not have health cover (also called ‘health insurance’) you fail to meet your visa conditions and risk having your visa cancelled. OSHC helps pay for medical and hospital care should you become ill during your stay in Australia. AAMS preferred health care provider for Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is Bupa. For information about overseas student health cover prices (premiums) and the services you will receive from Bupa OSHC.
Students are able to pursue other legal remedies where in disagreement with the Academy’s decision regarding their tuition fee refund.
Aim of work Placement
The placement of students into appropriate work sites is an essential and rewarding component of their learning experience. Appropriate placements will enable students to:
- Apply theory to practice
- Practice and consolidate their knowledge and skills
- Demonstrate competence in pre-determined units of the course
- Demonstrate their ability to communicate and work productively with staff and agency clients
- Enhance their personal and professional development
- Build their professional confidence
Work placement training of 100 hours
Is provided at the end of the course
AAMS Adheres to:
- Sex Discrimination Act 1984
- Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Act 1986
- Racial Discrimination Act 1975
- Anti-Discrimination Act (NSW) 2009
- Disability Discrimination Act (Commonwealth) 2005
- ESOS Act 2000 • National Vocational Education & Training Regulator Act 2011
- National Code of Practice (2007)
- Privacy Act 1988
- Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
| SIT50416 Diploma of Hospitality management Units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Unit | Core/Elective |
| BSBDIV501 | Manage diversity in the workplace | C |
| SITXCOM005 | Manage conflict | C |
| SITXCCS007 | Enhance the customer service experience | C |
| SITXCCS008 | Develop and manage quality customer service practices | C |
| SITXHRM003 | Lead and manage people | C |
| SITXGLC001 | Research and comply with regulatory requirements | C |
| SITXHRM004 | Recruit, select and induct staff | E |
| SITXHRM002 | Roster staff | C |
| SITXMGT001 | Monitor work operations | C |
| SITXHRM006 | Monitor staff performance | E |
| SITXWHS003 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | C |
| SITXFSA001 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | E |
| SITHFAB002 | Provide responsible service of alcohol | E |
| SITHFAB004 | Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages (Pre-requisite SITXFSA001) | E |
| SITHFAB005 | Prepare and serve espresso coffee – (Pre-requisite SITXFSA001) | E |
| SITHKOP004 | Develop menus for special dietary requirements | E |
| SITHFAB016 | Provide advice on food | E |
| SITXFSA004 | Develop and implement a food safety program | E |
| SITXINV004 | Control stock | E |
| SITHIND002 | Source and use information on the hospitality industry | E |
| SITXFIN002 | Interpret financial information | E |
| SITXMGT002 | Establish and conduct business relationships | C |
| BSBRSK501 | Manage risk | E |
| SITXMPR007 | Develop and implement marketing strategies | E |
| BSBMGT517 | Manage operational plan | C |
| SITXFIN004 | Prepare and monitor budgets | C |
| SITXFIN003 | Manage finances within a budget | C |
| SITHIND004 | Work effectively in hospitality service (work placement) 36 shifts | E |