Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management

This Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management is a two-year qualification delivered by UNITY SKILLS COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY. It sits at the diploma level on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), which means it's a practical, industry-focused course. You'll learn the ins and outs of running hospitality operations: managing staff, handling budgets, planning events, controlling stock, and delivering great customer service. The course is built around real workplace tasks, so you'll spend time in commercial kitchens, restaurants, or front-of-house settings, applying what you learn in the classroom.

Australian qualifications like this one are structured around units of study, each with a set number of credit points. You'll typically complete a mix of core and elective units over four semesters (or trimesters, depending on the college's calendar). There's no huge research thesis at this level, but you will do a capstone-style project where you pull together everything you've learned to solve a real hospitality problem. Work-integrated learning is a big part of the course: you'll complete a set number of hours in a professional placement, which could be in a hotel, resort, catering company, or events venue. That placement is your chance to build a network and get a feel for the pace of the industry.

By the end, you'll be able to roster staff, manage budgets, handle customer complaints, and lead a team during a busy service. You'll also pick up skills in marketing, legal compliance, and sustainability practices specific to hospitality. The course suits people who want to move into supervisory or management roles, or who already work in the industry and want a formal qualification to step up. It's also a good fit if you're looking for a hands-on alternative to a university degree, or if you plan to use your skills to travel and work overseas.

International students should note that the Student visa allows you to work up to 48 hours per fortnight while your course is in session. After you graduate, you may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, which lets you stay and work in Australia for a period. English requirements for this course are typically IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall, but always check the official page on the CRICOS register for the exact entry requirements and tuition fees. The CRICOS code for this course is 120817E.

• Hospitality manager – oversee daily operations of hotels, resorts, restaurants, or clubs. You might manage staff, budgets, and customer experience.
• Food and beverage manager – plan menus, manage inventory, and ensure quality service in restaurants, bars, or catering companies.
• Event coordinator – organise conferences, weddings, and corporate functions. You'll handle logistics, vendors, and on-the-day management.
• Front office manager – lead the reception and reservations team in a hotel or resort, dealing with guests and solving problems.
• Restaurant supervisor – run shifts, train staff, and keep service standards high in busy dining venues.

These roles are in demand across Australia's tourism and hospitality industry, from city hotels to regional resorts, and in sectors like aged care and airline catering.