| CRICOS CODE | 112251E |
|---|---|
| COURSE DURATION | 130 weeks (include 34 weeks holiday) |
| TUITION FEE | $24,600 |
| NON-TUITION FEES | $2,200 |
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This is BIT's highest-level hospitality qualification, preparing graduates for senior
management and executive leadership roles in the hospitality industry. You will develop
advanced skills in strategic management, business planning, financial analysis, human
resources, complex operational management, and entrepreneurship within a hospitality
context. At AQF Level 6, the program equips you to drive organisational performance, lead
large teams, and make high-level decisions in hotels, resorts, restaurant groups, and large
hospitality enterprises. Graduates may pursue roles as a general manager, director of
operations, or hospitality business owner, and this qualification also provides a recognised
pathway into bachelor-level study at a university.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this
qualification at the time of publication.
Note: BIT doesn’t make any claim of employment outcome or job guarantee with its courses.
Face to face and workplace-based training
Duration of course is 130 weeks which includes 96 weeks delivery and 34 weeks holiday.
Classroom -Level 5, 255 William Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
Practical training and assessment are conducted at approved industry workplaces, simulated environments, and training venues arranged by Brighton Institute of Technology
Work placement will be conducted at host employer sites arranged by BIT in accordance with training and assessment requirements
BIT only delivers this course in Victoria. No interstate delivery is currently scheduled.
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 33 units of competency, consisting of:
33 units must be completed
14 core units
19 elective units
The next level of qualification up from an Advanced Diploma is an associate degree followed by a graduate certificate or a bachelor’s degree. If you want to step up your learning, you may want to apply for any of these once you’ve finished. i.e., Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management or Bachelors of Hospitality and Tourism Management
This qualification reflects the role of senior managers within the hospitality industry. This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops, or to run a business in these sectors. Possible job titles include:
Owner, Manager, General Manager, Chef, Sous Chef.
Manager/Owner/Chef (Small Restaurant or Cafe)
Executive Chef/Manager/General Manager/Food and Beverage Manager (Large Hotel)
Please refer to the following source for Pathway and employment outcomes
Source: Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management | Your Career
Written Questions — Short answer questions on strategic management, business analytics, financial reporting, and advanced hospitality operations
Oral Questions — Verbal questioning to confirm understanding of strategic decision-making and executive-level management concepts
Practical Demonstrations / Observation — Direct observation of the student applying management and leadership skills in a real or simulated hospitality environment
Projects — Strategic business plans, financial performance reports, human resource strategies, and organisational improvement proposals for a large hospitality enterprise
Case Studies — Complex, scenario-based analysis tasks requiring executive-level decision-making across operational and business management challenges
Portfolios — Compiled evidence of work, projects, and professional activities demonstrating competency across the qualification's management units
Third-Party Evidence — Reports and evidence from workplace managers or industry supervisors confirming performance in a senior hospitality role
Please contact BIT’s admissions or marketing department for information on our upcoming
intakes.
The information provided on this website is intended as a general guide for prospective
students. Students are encouraged to read all relevant documents, including the Student
Handbook, Course Brochures, Policies and Procedures, Schedule of Fees, and Written
Agreement, to ensure they fully understand the course requirements, entry requirements,
fees, refund conditions, support services, assessment requirements, and their rights and
obligations prior to enrolment
| BSBOPS601 |
Develop and implement business plans |
|---|---|
| BSBFIN601 |
Manage organisational finances |
| SITXFIN009 |
Manage finances within a budget |
| SITXHRM009 |
Lead and manage people |
| SITXMGT004 |
Monitor work operations |
| SITXCCS016 |
Develop and manage quality customer service practices |
| SITXFIN010 |
Prepare and monitor budgets |
| SITXGLC002 |
Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law |
| SITXMGT005 |
Establish and conduct business relationships |
| SITXFIN011 |
Manage physical assets |
| SITXHRM010 |
Recruit, select and induct staff |
| SITXHRM012 |
Monitor staff performance |
| SITXMPR014 |
Develop and implement marketing strategies |
| SITXWHS008 |
Establish and maintain a work health and safety system |
| SITHCCC029 |
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC030 |
Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes |
| SITHCCC031 |
Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes |
| SITHCCC035 |
Prepare poultry dishes |
| SITHCCC036 |
Prepare meat dishes |
| SITHCCC037 |
Prepare seafood dishes |
| SITHCCC043 |
Work effectively as a cook |
| SITHKOP010 |
Plan and cost recipes |
| SITHPAT016 |
Produce desserts |
| SITXFSA005 |
Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITXINV006 |
Receive, store and maintain stock |
| SITHCCC039 |
Produce pates and terrines |
| SITHCCC025 |
Prepare and present sandwiches |
| SITHCCC026 |
Package prepared foodstuffs |
| SITHCCC040 |
Prepare and serve cheese |
| SITHCCC044 |
Prepare specialised food items |
| SITHKOP009 |
Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
| SITXHRM007 |
Coach others in job skills |
| SITXWHS005 |
Participate in safe work practices |
There are no formal prerequisites required to enter the SIT60316 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management. International Students entering this course at Brighton Institute of Technology must meet the following entry requirements:
For international students Brighton Institute of Technology has a requirement that all students must be over 18 years of age at the commencement of course.
All international learners will undertake a pre-training review which aims to identify their
training needs through questions on previous education or training, the relevance of the
courses to the learner and any relevant experience. An interview will be conducted by a
Brighton Institute enrolment officer. The interview also aims to identify any support needs
and possible RPL opportunities.
Through the pre-training review the learner will demonstrate that they have the necessary
skills to successfully complete the course
Candidates undertaking this course are expected to possess appropriate Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills to successfully participate in training and assessment activities. This includes the ability to read and interpret learning and workplace materials, communicate effectively, complete written tasks and calculations, use digital devices and online systems, and undertake technology-based learning and assessment activities where required.
All learners are required to undertake a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) assessment prior to enrolment. Learners are expected to demonstrate the minimum ACSF levels identified for the course and its training and assessment requirements.
Where a learner does not meet the required LLND levels, the Institute may identify appropriate support strategies, refer the learner to additional support services or training, or recommend further study such as English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) before enrolment or commencement in the course.
To enter any courses at BIT, applicants should have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to Australian senior secondary school examination and or mature age (25 years or above) with a minimum of 2 years work experience in relevant field.
All learners enrolling into BIT programs must have basic computer skills. BIT courses may
require learners to make reports, do graphs and analyse data.
Learners who do not possess basic computing skills will be referred to a computer training
course.
Although the Institute will provide access to computers/laptops with required resources
during classroom hours however to work on assignments and tasks for self-study, all learners
are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with the Windows 7 operating system or
higher at their own cost. Students must have an active email address for communication and
be contactable by phone (mobile or landline) and by mail (postal address) at their own cost.
All learners are expected to have access to MS office applications such as Microsoft Word,
an email platform at their own cost.
International learners applying for this course either off-shore or on-shore will require:
Either a minimum IELTS test score of 6.0 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course or IELTS 5.5 or its equivalent plus 14 weeks ELICOS to be taken before the main VET course. Or IELTS 5.0 or its equivalent plus 20 weeks ELICOS to be taken before the main VET course. Or Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable.
Provide evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, or United States
ORHave completed a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level qualification in Australia or
Have completed any Certificate III or Certificate IV in EAL from the EAL framework (Victoria) or
Have completed a General English course to the intermediate level.
| English language test providers | Minimum test score | Minimum Test Score where combined with at least 14 weeks ELICOS | Minimum test score where combined with at least 20 weeks ELICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System | 6.0 | 5.5 | 5.0 |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced test | 169, each component | 162 | 154 |
| TOEFL internet-based test | 64 | 46 | 35 |
| Pearson Test of English Academic | 50 | 42 | 36 |
*The test must have been taken no more than two years* before you apply to study at BIT. If an international student is exempt from providing evidence of their level of English proficiency at the time of applying for a student visa, they will be required to complete BIT’s English Proficiency test to ensure they have the required level of English to complete the VET qualification they are enrolling in.