Diploma of Hospitality Management

This diploma gives you the practical skills to run a hospitality operation. You'll study food and beverage service, front office, housekeeping, and how to manage staff and budgets. There's also a focus on compliance: food safety, responsible service of alcohol, and workplace health and safety. The course is built around real tasks you'd do in a hotel, restaurant, or events venue, not just theory.

Australian diplomas are nested qualifications. They usually take two years of full-time study, split into semesters or trimesters. You complete units of study, each with a set number of credit points. The Diploma of Hospitality Management sits at Level 5 on the Australian Qualifications Framework, which means it's practical and job-ready. You may also complete a work placement, as many hospitality programmes include one. Assessment is a mix of exams, assignments, and practical demonstrations in a simulated or real workplace.

The course suits people who want to work in hotels, resorts, restaurants, clubs, or event companies. You might already have some experience and want to move into a supervisory role, or you might be starting out. It's also a pathway to further study, like a bachelor's degree in hospitality or business, where you can often get credit for your diploma.

English requirements for international students are typically IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent. The Student visa also has its own English threshold set by the Department of Home Affairs. While you study, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight. After you finish, you may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, which lets you stay and work in Australia. Tuition and exact start dates are on the CRICOS register, so check the official page for details.

• Hospitality supervisor or team leader: oversee daily operations in hotels, restaurants, clubs, and catering companies.
• Food and beverage manager: manage service, stock, and staff in restaurants, bars, and event venues.
• Front office manager: run reception, reservations, and guest services in hotels and resorts.
• Housekeeping supervisor: manage cleaning and maintenance teams in accommodation establishments.
• Events coordinator: plan and run conferences, weddings, and functions for event companies and venues.
• Restaurant manager: handle rostering, budgets, and customer experience in dining establishments.

These roles are found across Australia in hotels, resorts, restaurants, pubs, clubs, and event businesses.