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Build a Career in Hospitality Business Management

A self-paced online programme covering hospitality operations, service excellence, and business fundamentals, with an ICOES-accredited certificate on completion.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout the course.

100% Online, Self-Paced Study

Study entirely online at your own pace, fitting around work, family, and daily life. No fixed class times or exams.

Career Centre & Career Coaching

Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, free personalised CV review, job opportunity listings, interview preparation tips, and a five-step job success process.

Free Student ID Card

Receive a virtual Student ID card upon enrolment, providing access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion to share on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.

Network & Industry Connections

Access insights from industry professionals, event planners, and business owners. Network and build relationships with key players in New Zealand.

Institute of Hospitality Endorsement

This programme is reviewed and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, an international organisation committed to professional development and lifelong learning, benchmarked against professional development standards.

Certificate in Hospitality Services (Food & Beverage)

Additional certification issued alongside the course.

~400 hours of content, 18 months access, fully self-paced
Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Hospitality Manager (Junior)Food & Beverage SupervisorRestaurant Operations CoordinatorVenue Manager AssistantHospitality Business Owner (Startup)Service Excellence CoordinatorBusiness Development Officer (Hospitality)Guest Relations Manager (Assistant)Hospitality Training CoordinatorOperations Improvement Specialist

No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 33 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

33Total Units
32Core Units
1Electives

Core Units

Introduction to Human Nutrition & Cooking
Kitchen and Food Management
Planning a Menu
Scope and Nature of Catering Services & Personnel Management
Management of Catering Services
Introduction to the Bar Industry
Alcoholic Beverages
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Mixing Drinks & Service Procedures
Fundamentals of Wine Appreciation
Travel Industry Overview
Destinations
Money, Insurance, Legalities and Other Issues
Accommodation
Travel Agency Procedure Systems
Transport – Airline Reservations
Transport – Car Rental

 

Transport – Other
Package Tours
Scope & Nature of Hotel Management
Organisation of the Workplace
Staff Management
Control Systems in Hotels
Front Desk Management
Servicing Rooms & General Cleaning
Building & Facility Management
Activities Management
Food Service in Hotels
Starting Up & Business Types and Structures
Preparing your Business Plan
Introduction to Accounting & Bookkeeping
Certificate in Xero

Elective Units

Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI
After This Course

Where It Leads Next

Hotel Management

This pathway prepares students to pursue hotel management roles or further study in hospitality management.

Event Planning

Structured pathways available to pursue event planning specialisation after completing this programme.

Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

No hospitality or tourism experience required
No prior knowledge of hotel systems, bar service, or travel agency processes needed
No fixed class times or pressure to rush

How It Starts

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$29 / week

Payment Plan – $29 per week. 10-day money back guarantee. No deposit, no credit check required.

Pay Upfront

Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements for this course?

There are no formal entry requirements listed for this programme. It suits people new to the industry as well as those already working in hospitality who want to build business and management skills. Submit an enquiry to confirm whether any prerequisites apply to your situation.

How much does this course cost?

A weekly payment plan may be available, making it easier to manage the cost over time. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.

How long does the course take to complete?

Students have 18 months of access to complete approximately 400 hours of study. Because the course is fully self-paced, you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule and prior experience.

How is this course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced, there are no fixed class times and no exams. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours throughout your enrolment.

Is there a work placement component?

No work placement is included in this programme. The course is designed to build practical business and operations knowledge through online study, supported by industry insights and networking access.

What credential do I receive, and is this course accredited?

Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, an international professional body committed to industry development. The course also includes a SEEK Pass verified credential to share with employers. This programme is not a government-accredited or New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) qualification.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This programme covers the core skills behind running a successful hospitality business. Students learn operations management, food and beverage service, guest relations, financial fundamentals, and business development, everything needed to step into a supervisory or coordinator role in the industry.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits people already working in hospitality who want to move up, or those making a career change into the sector. There are no fixed class times, no exams, and 18 months of access to work through approximately 400 hours of content at your own pace.

On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality and accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. A SEEK Pass verified credential lets graduates share their qualification directly with employers on SEEK.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Training Establishment

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The Career Academy NZ
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Dedicated career support team offering coaching guidance and advice every step of the way, including after course completion. 24/7 access to career resources. One-to-one coaching available through Career Success Hub and Business Hub.
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