Advanced Diploma · 100% online

Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management

An accredited, career-focused qualification delivered 100% online — flexible starts, pay per module.

2 years

Duration

120

Credits · NQF 7

16 Jan 2027

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1 Feb 2027

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About the programme

The online Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management is designed to deepen students’ expertise in the financial, legal, and operational aspects of the hospitality industry. Core modules such as Hospitality Financial Management, Hospitality Industry Law, and Service Excellence equip students to manage finances, understand legal requirements, and excel in customer service. Research Methodology is included to provide essential scientific research skills. Students may choose electives in Accommodation Management or Food and Beverage Management, focusing on managing guest experiences or effective food service operations. This qualification prepares graduates for advanced roles in hospitality management, enabling them to navigate industry challenges with strategic insight.

The Tshwane University of Technology delivers the Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management fully online. With multiple start dates a year and pay-per-module tuition, it is designed for working professionals who need to balance study with work and personal commitments.

What you will learn

Expertise in hospitality operations management.
Service quality management and customer satisfaction.
Marketing strategies for hospitality businesses.
Sustainable practices in hospitality management.
Leadership and team management in hospitality settings

Modules and fees

Every module in this programme, with its credits and its own fee. You register and pay module by module.

Compulsory modules All required

Modules in the compulsory group
Code	Module	Credits	Fee
HFM127N	Hospitality Financial Management IV Analysis of financial aspects in hospitality sectors, focusing on pricing methods, and decision-making in long-term investment. An overview of contemporary issues.	20	R8 370
HIL127N	Hospitality Industry Law Law of delict. Legal requirements for the establishment of a hospitality business. Insurance law. Liquor law. Food hygiene legislation. Tobacco legislation. Gambling legislation. Occupational health and safety. Intellectual property law – copyright and trademarks.	20	R8 370
HMN127N	Hospitality Management IV Explore the financial awareness and control in managing hospitality units which are crucial to the success of a hospitality enterprise. Understanding business strategic plans by looking at ways and means concerning proposed investments to determine if a project is feasible or not.	20	R8 370
RH127AN	Research Methodology Part A Research Methodology A and B introduce students to the scientific research skills required to compile a basic research proposal for projects within a chosen field in management sciences. This module lays the foundation for reviewing academic literature and selecting appropriate scientific research designs and methods in adherence to ethical research principles for projects within the chosen field.	15	R6 280
RH127BN	Research Methodology Part B Research Methodology A and B introduce students to the scientific research skills required to compile a basic research proposal for projects within a chosen field in management sciences. This module lays the foundation for reviewing academic literature and selecting appropriate scientific research designs and methods in adherence to ethical research principles for projects within the chosen field.	15	R6 280
SRE127N	Service Excellence Equipping students with a valuable foundation of behavioural knowledge about how people act within an organisation. The insight into people at work in all kinds of organisations will assist the student with skills to manage stiff competition and handle a fast-changing world within an organisation with enduring principles.	10	R4 190

Plus one of the following as determined by the Department: Choose 1

Modules in Plus one of the following as determined by the Department:
Code	Module	Credits	Fee
ACM127N	Accommodation Management IV Managing the guest experience through the application of hospitality principles notwithstanding environmental considerations.	20	R8 370
FBM127N	Food and Beverage Management IV Apply theoretical understanding of a range of food and beverage operations to contribute to effective planning and decision-making to efficiently and effectively run a food service unit.	20	R8 370

Module fees are for 2026 and are reviewed annually. Where the programme includes electives, you pay only for the modules you take.

Full fees and payments

Admission requirements

To apply for this qualification, a student must have:

A Diploma or National Diploma in Hospitality Management, or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 with at least 360 credits.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and work-experience routes are available for applicants who do not meet the formal requirements — ask an adviser to assess your eligibility. An RPL assessment takes around six months.

English language requirements

All teaching, learning materials and assessment are in English. Applicants must be able to read, write and communicate in English at the level required for higher education study.

What you can do with this qualification

An accredited, career-focused qualification delivered 100% online — flexible starts, pay per module.

Career opportunities

Hotel General Manager
Food and Beverage Director
Event and Conference Planner
Resort Operations Manager
Revenue Manager
Guest Relations Manager
Tourism Development Consultant

Student support

Tutor access
Student success coordinator
Careers service
Technical support

Fully accredited qualifications

(Council on Higher Education)
4 start dates a year
Pay per module — no upfront annual fee
Dedicated student success support

Programme FAQs

Is the qualification accredited?

Yes. This is a fully accredited qualification with the same recognition as its on-campus equivalent.

How many hours a week will I need?

Most students spend around 15–20 hours a week, but because study is online and flexible you can fit it around work and family.

How am I assessed?

Assessment is continuous and online — a mix of assignments, quizzes and projects within each module, with no need to travel to a venue.

What do I need to study online?

A computer or laptop and a stable internet connection. All learning materials are delivered through the online learning platform.

Can I pay per module?

Yes. Tuition is structured per module, so you pay as you progress rather than a full year upfront.

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