Course Content
This qualification provides an advanced understanding of tourism and hospitality management from a strategic perspective. It combines leadership theory with practical business application, equipping learners with the competencies required to oversee complex operations, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive innovation in a highly competitive global service environment.
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
- Understand strategic management principles and their application within tourism and hospitality.
- Analyse global market developments and implement growth-oriented strategies.
- Lead teams and manage high-performance service delivery functions.
- Apply sustainable tourism and corporate responsibility practices within organisations.
- Confidently progress to an MBA Top-up or assume senior managerial roles.
OTHM qualifications are fully approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) and recognised by Qualifications Wales, ensuring internationally recognised credibility. Renowned for equipping learners with practical skills across a wide range of industries, including Business, Leadership, Tourism and Hospitality, Health and Social Care, IT, Accounting and Finance, and Logistics & Supply Chain Management, OTHM qualifications prepare professionals for real-world success.
OTHM also provides strong pathways for academic progression. Learners completing Level 3–7 qualifications are eligible for advanced entry into undergraduate top-up degrees or Master’s programmes at several UK universities, opening doors to global career and education opportunities.
- Regulated by Ofqual
- Recognised by World Education Services (WES)
This course is for professionals and aspiring senior managers within the tourism and hospitality sector who wish to develop advanced leadership, strategic planning, and organisational management skills for high-level roles or progression to an MBA Top-up.
No formal qualifications are necessary to enrol in this course; however, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be 21 years of age and over.
- Hold a Level 6 qualification or a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
- Possess the ability to complete a Level 7 postgraduate course.
Our committed admissions advisors are ready to offer personalised advice that aligns with your career aspirations and professional objectives, ensuring that this course effectively supports your growth as a leader.
Assessments include a written assignment of 4000-4500 words for each module, which provides an excellent chance for in-depth learning. There are no exams.
To succeed, you should carefully read the assignment brief and understand the requirements before starting your assignment. This helps improve understanding and encourages personal reflection and growth.
To pass each module, you must meet all the requirements outlined in the assessment criteria and achieve all the learning outcomes.
Completing the course enables learners to advance toward postgraduate-level qualifications and senior professional roles. Successful learners can:
- Progress to a Master’s (MBA/MSc) Top-up with a UK university.
- Develop higher-level strategic and managerial expertise within their chosen profession.
- Pursue senior or specialist roles such as Consultant, Senior Manager, Department Lead, or Programme Manager.
