Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism

Build Hospitality, Hotel, and Travel Skills in One Practical Diploma

The Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism brings together food and beverage service, hotel operations, and travel and tourism fundamentals. You will learn practical skills across catering and menu planning, bar and beverage service, hotel workplace systems and front desk operations, plus travel industry basics such as destinations, accommodation, and agency procedure systems.

  • Learn food and beverage service, catering, and bar fundamentals
  • Build hotel operations knowledge, including workplace organisation and front desk processes
  • Understand travel and tourism basics, including destinations, accommodation, and agency systems

Enrol today and study 100% online at your own pace.

Investment: $2,499 + GST, or only $29 per week on a flexible payment plan
10-Day Money Back Guarantee

Duration

12 Months Access | ~280 hours

Learning Mode

100% online, study whenever suits you

Unlimited Support

Unlimited support during business hours

Qualification

Industry-accredited Diploma

No Exams

No exams, ever

GAIN AN INDUSTRY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION & EARN MORE

This course is a good fit if:

✓ You want to build practical skills across hospitality, hotel operations, and travel and tourism.

✓ You already work in hospitality or tourism, or want to move into one of these areas with more confidence.

✓ You want to understand food and beverage service, hotel operations, customer experience, and travel industry processes in a structured way.

✓ You value practical learning that feels relevant to real workplace settings.

✓ You need flexible online study that fits around work, family, or daily life.

This course is best suited to learners who want to build broad foundations in hospitality and tourism.

It is ideal for those who want to develop practical knowledge and confidence across catering services, hotel operations, and travel and tourism in a clear and structured way.

This course is designed to help you build practical skills and confidence for real workplace settings.

What You'll Learn In This Course

Certificate in Hospitality Services (Food & Beverage)​

Certificate in Hotel Operations Management

Certificate in Travel & Tourism

Potential Job Outcomes

Hotel Operations Manager (Assistant)

Tourism Development Assistant

Guest Services Manager (Entry)

Tour Operations Supervisor

Resort Services Coordinator

Food and Beverage Manager (Assistant)

Conference and Events Manager (Entry level)

Customer Experience Manager (Junior)

Hospitality Quality Assurance Assistant

Tourism Marketing Assistant

Curious about how this course could expand your understanding?

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Certificate in Hospitality Services (Food & Beverage)​

Certificate in Hotel Operations Management

Certificate in Travel & Tourism

GET THE ROLES YOU WANT
WHEN YOU WANT THEM

This course gives you the practical skills, qualifications, and confidence to really stand out in the job market

Our courses are accredited by recognised organisations including ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, giving you a qualification you can trust. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.

Industry-Accredited Recognised

Industry-Recognised & Accredited

You’ll have unlimited access to your course and will have tutors available to assist you during business hours. You’ll also receive career coaching, including CV help and interview preparation, to set you up for success in your job search.

247 Tutor Support Career Coaching

Unlimited Course Access & Career Coaching

In hospitality and tourism, connections are invaluable. Our courses offer insights from industry professionals, event planners, and business owners. Network and build relationships with key players in New Zealand, giving you a competitive edge when seeking new opportunities.

Expand your Network

Expand your Network

Pursue hotel management, event planning, or start your own business with our structured pathways.

Path to Certified Technician

Path to Success in Hospitality

Roles such as Hotel Manager or Tourism Manager in New Zealand offer salaries ranging from $50,000 to $90,000 per year. With industry growth, skilled professionals are in high demand.

Advance Your Earnings

Advance Your Earnings

Our courses focus on practical, real-world skills. Master hotel operations, event planning, or tourism strategies to make an immediate impact in your role.

Practical Knowledge

Practical Knowledge

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS

Whether you prefer to pay upfront, weekly, fortnightly, or even monthly, we've got you covered. With our flexible payment options, you'll have the freedom to choose the payment frequency that works best for you. No matter your budget or schedule, we're here to make education affordable and accessible for you.

Pay Upfront

$2,499 + GST

Cost effective option

One-off up-front payment

10-day money back guarantee

MOST AFFORDABLE

Payment Plan

$29

PER WEEK

Budget friendly option with flexibility in payments

Pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly

No deposit, no credit check

Total Cost: $2,499 + GST

International endorsement at the highest level

The Institute of Hospitality is an international organisation that is committed to delivering continuing professional development and lifelong learning.

They have reviewed and endorsed this programme, so you can rest assured you are completing an award that has been benchmarked against professional development standards.

This endorsed award is well regarded by employers and is recognised as meeting the professional standards of the international professional body.

Earn an Industry-Accredited Certificate

Upon successfully completing your course, you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. This certificate not only recognises your hard work but also serves as an industry-accredited qualification that will help you stand out in the job market. Whether you’re aiming for a new job or looking to get promoted, this certificate will open doors to better career opportunities.

Stand Out To Employers With

A SEEK Pass Verified Credential

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

*On completion when you receive your certificate, there is a unique SEEK Pass link to verify your certificate within the Learning Platform. These are not verified directly via SEEK

You're Ready to Start If...

If this sounds like you, you're ready to get started today.

You're Ready to Start If...

You want a broad, practical Diploma that covers both hospitality and tourism, not just one area

You want skills you can use across real settings like hotels, food and beverage, and travel services

You want to understand the day to day basics, including customer service, operations, staff management, and systems

You want to learn how travel bookings, destinations, insurance, and package tours work in a clear, structured way

You want flexible online study with clear expectations and steady progress, without feeling rushed

You Don't Need...

Hospitality or travel industry experience to begin

To already know hotel systems, bar service, or travel agency procedures

To have your exact job goal decided before you start

To be confident with every customer situation on day one

Fixed class times or pressure to rush

From only $29 per week | 10-day money back guarantee

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WHY THE CAREER ACADEMY?

At The Career Academy, we're more than an online course provider. With over 15 years of experience, we help more than 25,000 students find their path to success every year.

Here's why our students choose us:

Internationally Recognised Qualifications

Our partnerships with leading organisations ensure you receive the most up-to-date and relevant training.

Unlimited Tutor Support

You'll get real-time advice from industry experts, ready to guide you every step of the way.

Career Support Services

From CV reviews to interview preparation, we help you put your best foot forward in your job search.

Flexible Payment Options

Choose a payment plan that fits your budget, whether you prefer to pay upfront or in a manageable weekly payments starting at $29/week.

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