Program Overview
Introduction to the Tourism and Hospitality Management Program
The Tourism and Hospitality Management program is a vibrant and engaging field that offers numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth through teamwork. This program aims to discover how to create unforgettable experiences for future guests, driven by passion and commitment to exceptional service.
Program Features
This Higher Diploma program teaches knowledge and skills related to tourism and hotel management, combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience to unlock students' potential in the industry. The program features include:
- Service management, event planning, sustainable tourism, and customer relationship management
- Emphasis on industry practice, with students participating in internships with hotels, travel agencies, and industry suppliers to apply their knowledge and build professional networks
- Career lectures, workshops, and industry exchange activities to enhance students' employability and future job opportunities
Employment Prospects
Graduates are suitable for various roles in related industries, including hotel management, event planning, tourism operations, and customer service. The industry's continuous growth provides ample opportunities for career development. Students are well-prepared for their careers through industry networking and internships.
Program Structure
The program consists of:
- Discipline Specific Content (42 Units)
- Specialisation (33 Units)
- Cruise Operations
- Customer Service Management
- Destination Management
- Exploring Business Enterprise
- Food and Beverage Management
- Hospitality Management
- Industry Placement
- Sustainable Hospitality
- Travel Agency and Tour Operations
- Travel and Tourism Management
- Elective Studies (9 Units)
- Event Management
- Front Office Management
- Global Tourism and Airline Transport Strategies
- Housekeeping Management
- Smart Tourism
- Specialisation (33 Units)
- Generic Content (22 Units)
- Core Courses
- General Education Level 1 Foundational Courses
Credit Transfer/Exemption
First-year students who have completed equivalent courses at other institutions before admission may apply for credit transfer/exemption upon entry, with a maximum exemption of 15 credits.
Progression Pathways
CIE offers several two-year Self-funded Undergraduate Programs suitable for graduates of this Higher Diploma Program. Graduates are eligible to apply for undergraduate programs offered by local universities and other institutions in areas of business, tourism, and hospitality fields.
Relevant Articulation Programs
- Institutions: Hong Kong Baptist University, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, The University of Hong Kong - SPACE
- Programs:
- BBA (Hons) - Human Resources Management Concentration
- BBA (Hons) - Marketing Concentration
- BCom (Hons) in Human Resources Management
- BCom (Hons) in Marketing
- BBA in Hospitality and Real Estate
- BSc (Hons) in Hotel Management
- BSc (Hons) in Tourism and Events Management
- BBA (Hons) in International Hospitality and Attractions Management
- BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management
- BA (Hons) in Travel Industry Management
- BA (Hons) in Convention and Event Management
- BSc (Hons) Hospitality Management - University of Plymouth, UK
- BSc (Hons) Events Management - University of Plymouth, UK
- BSc (Hons) International Tourism Management - University of Plymouth, UK
- BSc (Hons) International Tourism Management (Cruise) - University of Plymouth, UK
Important Notice Regarding Articulation Pathways
With the Legislative Council's passage of the "2025 Specialized Colleges (Amendment) Bill," the operation of the College will undergo adjustments. Some of the current articulation pathways available to graduates of this program may change. The College is committed to supporting students during this transition period and will provide relevant information as it becomes available.