Program Overview

New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 6)

Overview

Prepare to take on management responsibilities in the fast-paced world of hospitality. This programme is designed to build on the skills and knowledge learned during the New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5), or from experience in supervisory roles in the hospitality industry.

What will I study

• Plan and develop hospitality business strategies in a dynamic and challenging business environment
• Learn hospitality marketing, leadership skills, human resource aspects, hotel and resort operations, management accounting for decision-making, and cultural competency essential for running a hospitality business in contemporary Aotearoa-New Zealand
• Practical work placements will provide context for your learning, allowing you to reflect on what you learn in the classroom

Pathway

This qualification can lead to the Bachelor of International Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Details

• Type: Diploma
• Code: NZ2540
• May be available for Study Visa?: Yes
• International application close date: Please enquire
• Credits: 120
• Level: 6
• Additional Equipment/Fees: Course-related costs advised on enrolment
• May be eligible for Studylink?: Yes
• May be eligible for Fees Free?: Yes
• Reference: NZ2540-STRU

Fees for 2025

• Domestic Fee: $7,630 - $8,540 per year
• International Fee: $26,000 per year
• Indicative Student Services Fee: $370.50 per year
• Valid To: December 31, 2025

Academic Requirements

• New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management Level 5 (or equivalent)

Alternative Requirements

• Still want to study but don't meet the Academic Requirements?
• If you show that you have equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, you may be able to gain alternative entry

English Requirements

• What if English is not my first Language?
• If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study
• Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives
• If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment
• If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country
• IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test
• What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?
• You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills

Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic

• 5.5 Listening
• 5.5 Reading
• 5.5 Writing
• 5.5 Speaking

Funding assistance

• If you face unexpected financial hardship during your studies, we have several funds that you can apply for
• These are designed to enable you to continue your current course of study
• We also have a wide range of scholarships and awards that can provide financial assistance

Core courses

• Financial Management for Tourism and Hospitality
• Human Resource Management for Tourism and Hospitality
• Industry Practicum
• Leadership and Management: Principles and Practices
• Marketing for Tourism and Hospitality
• Hotel and Resort Operations Management
• People and Place: Culture and Nature

Career opportunities

• On completion of this qualification you'll be ready to work in management roles with minimal supervision, across a wide range of hospitality environments including kitchens, restaurants, bars, cafes, accommodation and catering

Study pathways

• This qualification can lead to the Bachelor of International Tourism and Hospitality Management

Recommended school subjects

• English
• Mathematics
• Food technology

COVID-19 vaccination information

• Placements or workplace assignments are an integral part of this programme
• You don’t need to supply evidence of your Covid vaccination status to apply for or to study this programme but please be aware that some workplaces may require evidence from you that you are fully vaccinated for Covid before allowing you to complete work at their organisation
• The number of organisations at which your placement or workplace assignment can be completed may be impacted, depending on your vaccination status

Credit Recognition

• If you have prior relevant experience or previous related study credits, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification

Documents

• Admission & Enrolment Form PDF, 427 KB
• International Application Form PDF, 358 KB

Area of Interest

• Food, Hospitality and Tourism

Study duration

• FULL-TIME - 1 Year