Overview
The Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is an Ofqual-regulated qualification for learners who want to deepen their understanding of tourism and hospitality management. It develops the ability to evaluate contemporary management theories, investigate complex organisational issues and propose evidence-based solutions for a range of tourism and hospitality businesses.
The programme explores strategic marketing, tourism policy and planning, organisational behaviour, technology, international development and applied management research. Learners develop the decision-making, analytical and planning abilities needed to manage work areas and respond to changes in tourism and hospitality organisations.
The qualification is set at RQF Level 6, academically comparable in level to a UK Bachelor’s degree with honours.
Benefits of Doing the Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Studying the Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management online offers learners a flexible, accessible, and career-focused route to advancing their skills within the sector. Key benefits include:
- Flexible Learning
- Learners can study at their own pace and schedule, making it easier to balance education with work, family responsibilities, or other commitments.
- Cost-Effective
- Online learning removes the need for travel, accommodation, and other campus-related expenses, making education more affordable.
- Access to Quality Resources
- Students gain access to interactive digital learning materials, recorded lectures, case studies, and dedicated tutor support through an online learning portal.
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- The qualification develops essential leadership and management skills, supporting progression into a university.
Course Delivery
The qualification is delivered fully online through:
- Virtual Learning Platform: Access to study materials and resources 24/7.
- Tutor Support: Regular guidance via email, online forums,
- Independent Study: Learners study at their own pace with structured guidance.
- Obtain assignment: marking and feedback.
- Online Assessments: Assignments, projects, and portfolios submitted on LMS.
- Acquire: Assignment briefing, study lesson plan
- Receive excellent-quality study notes.
- Receive dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
Course Quick Summary (Ofqual Regulated UK Qualification)
- Study Mode: 100% Online, Self-paced
- Accreditation: OTHM Qualifications
- Duration: 6-9 Months.
- Assessment: Assignment-based (No Exams)
- Requirements: Open access / Career experience
- Tutor Support: Unlimited academic tutor guidance
Learning Outcomes
Understand the concepts and theories of public policy for tourism.
Understand the implementation of tourism policy.
Understand the theories and concepts of tourism planning.
Learning Outcomes
Be able to analyse the fundamental structure and objectives of an organisation in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Understand the operational context of a tourism or hospitality organisation and how it is affected by its external environment.
Understand the performance of an organisation in relation to its external environment and internal structures.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the impact of technology on the development and growth of the tourism and hospitality industry.
Understand the use of management information systems across a range of tourism and hospitality organisations.
Understand the digital environment for tourism and hospitality marketing.
Learning Outcomes
Be able to evaluate theories of international development.
Understand the role of institutions in the international development context.
Be able to apply measurements of development to countries using tourism for development.
Learning Outcomes
Understand challenges to researching management problems in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Be able to design data collection processes for researching management problems in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Be able to interpret data collected for research purposes.
Entry Requirements
- Learners must be at least 18 years old at the beginning of the course
- A relevant Level 5 diploma or equivalent recognised qualification.
Qualifications
OTHM's objective is the creation and conferral of high-quality certifications that combine strict educational requirements and professional relevance. OTHM is acknowledged as an Awarding Organisation by Ofqual, the qualifications regulator for England, guaranteeing that all its programmes adhere to high regulatory standards. OTHM aligns with worldwide quality frameworks, allowing global recognition of its certifications while ensuring consistency, integrity, and excellence in its awarding processes.
Assessment requirements
- Assessment is via assignment submission only.
- No Exams
Average completion timeframe (Course Duration)
- The average time it takes our learners to complete the course is 6-9 Months.
- Learners are granted a maximum of two years’ access to complete the course from the date of enrolment.
Certificate & Transcript Information
Upon successful completion of the qualification, the learner will receive an electronic certificate and transcript according to the awarding body’s certificate policy.
Hard Copy Delivery Charges:
Ordering a hard copy certificate and transcript is optional. If the learner requires a hard copy certificate and transcript, the applicable hard copy and delivery charges must be paid separately. For certificate-related support, please contact info@directskills.co.uk.
Progression – Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
1. Higher Education
Successful learners have opportunities for further study, including relevant OTHM Level 7 Diplomas and applications to suitable master’s degree programmes. Admission and credit recognition are determined by the receiving university.
- Relevant OTHM Level 7 Diplomas.
- Relevant master’s degree programmes, subject to university admission requirements.
- Other suitable postgraduate or professional qualifications, subject to institutional approval.
2. Employment Opportunities
The knowledge and skills developed may support progression in tourism and hospitality organisations. Job titles depend on relevant professional experience and employer requirements.
- Tourism Operations Manager
- Hotel or Hospitality Operations Manager
- Destination Marketing Coordinator or Manager
- Tourism Development Officer
- Guest Services or Customer Experience Manager
- Tourism Policy or Planning Officer
- Hospitality Marketing Manager
- Tourism and Hospitality Business Development Manager
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