Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management (RQF)

• Access Duration: 12 Months
• Awarded by: Training Qualifications UK (TQUK)
• Credit Value: 120
• Guided Learning Hours: 300
• Total Qualifications Time: 1200
• Direct Study Requirements: 900 hours
• Qualification Level: 4
• Qualification Number: 603/2875/7

• Understand the principles of sustainable development and the level of planning involved in achieving sustainable development in tourism.
• Planning and managing tourism across different destinations.
• The nature, development, and management of visitor attractions including tourist motivation theories and techniques available to manage visitor attractions.
• The function and structure of resort operations, the role and impact of quality systems and procedures in relation to services, health and safety and the legal requirements.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities associated with holiday management.
• Develop leadership and communication skills that come with taking on such roles in the industry.

• Aspiring managers
• Current managers
• Team leaders
• Supervisors
• Event coordinators
• Restaurant supervisors
• Tour operators
• Tourism managers
• Business owners
• Entrepreneurs
• Mid-level professionals
• Operational coordinators

After completing the Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management, you will be well-prepared to take on roles that require you to demonstrate your expertise in the hospitality and tourism industries. With this qualification, you can pursue a range of positions in middle management in these sectors. The demand for skilled professionals in hospitality and tourism is growing, driven by an increase in global travel. This creates a wealth of opportunities to progress in your career, including potential pathways into senior management roles or specialised areas such as sustainable tourism initiatives. You can also progress to higher education certifications and fulfill your academic ambitions.

Here are some career prospects you can explore, along with the average UK salary per annum (approximately) according to Glassdoor.

• Hospitality Manager – £52,000
• Tourism Manager – £48,000
• Accommodation Manager – £44,000
• Catering Manager – £45,000
• Event Manager – £58,000
• Restaurant Manager – £46,000
• Tour Manager – £46,000
• Tourism Officer – £45,000

• Learners should be at least 18 years of age.
• Level 2 functional skills in Maths, ICT, and Literacy.
• Have adequate reading and writing skills in English.
• Level 3 qualification in related hospitality/tourism management.

• This course can be completed in a matter of months or over the course of a year. Most learners will complete this course in 6-9 months. Some learners may complete the course quicker, depending on their personal circumstances and available study time. We will accommodate your pace, providing unlimited support for 12 months.
• The TQUK Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management (RQF) requires approximately 300 guided study hours. This figure is an estimate and depends on how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how quickly you grasp the teaching, learning concepts, and course materials.

• Written Assignments: You will be required to complete written assignments, which will be evaluated by a qualified assessor. Through these assignments you will demonstrate your understanding and ability to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.
• Internal Feedback & Marking: The assessment of these assignments is conducted internally. You will receive detailed, constructive feedback and guidance from your personal tutor to help you improve and succeed.
• Assessor Support: You will have support from assessors available via telephone, WhatsApp, online discussion forums, email, and web chats, ensuring that you have access to help whenever you need it.

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Next Steps for a Possible Academic Progression Pathway: 

• Step 01: Level 5 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Step 02: Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Step 03: Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainability in Tourism and Hospitality

Additional qualifications you can progress to;

• Specialised Certificates and Diplomas in Event Management, Hotel Management, or Culinary Arts.

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RQF

The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications based on their level of difficulty and size. RQF is jointly regulated by England’s regulator Ofqual, Wales DCELLS, and Northern Ireland’s CCEA. The RQF ensures qualifications are standardised, making it easier for learners, employers, and educational institutions to understand the value and level of each qualification. The framework consists of nine levels, from Entry Level to Level 8, with each level indicating the complexity and depth of learning. For a qualification to be recognised as part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), it must be created or approved by an awarding body that is acknowledged by one of the government-appointed regulatory bodies.