THH60202 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery)

CRICOS Course Code: 060985A

Course Description:
Overview
The Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery) course at KAPS are for students who wish to gain employment related skills in the highly competitive and demanding hospitality industry. Our courses aim to develop in students a broad awareness and understanding of the industry. Particular emphasis is placed on skills and knowledge required by cooks, supervisors and managers across the diverse sector of the industry.

Delivery of courses is through a combination of theoretical and practical modes. The core and elective units are incorporated within the qualifications.The practical component is delivered predominantly in the first year and includes on-the-job training in our commercial kitchen located right on our training premises. The second year units have a more significant focus on the management and supervisory aspects of the hospitality industry.

Accreditation
Graduates can be confident in the knowledge that our courses are endorsed by the Australian Government. All our qualifications are recognized under the Australian Quality Framework (AQF).

Articulation
After successful completion of the Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management qualifications, students may wish to expand their knowledge and skills at a higher level. Graduates from KAPS are eligible to apply for Bachelor degree study at any Australian University .

Teaching and Learning Strategies
Delivery of the hospitality and management course involves both practical and theory classes. Classes may be as a whole, small group or individual as required. A variety of teaching methods are utilized to enhance competencies. Some of the techniques used include:

• Teacher led discussions

• Technologically based interactive learning

•  DVD plus eweb resources based learning

•  Theory lectures

•  Demonstrations

•  Practical hands on activities

•  Industry based guest speakers

•  Focused group discussions

•  Mentoring

Assessment
Assessment is based on the development of competencies. This means the ability to perform certain skills.

Assessment methods may incorporate practical demonstrations, role plays, worksheets, oral presentations, interviews, case studies, projects, group work, or written assignments.

Fees and Charges

Application Fee: $200 AUD Once off
Overseas Health Cover 2008: $315 AUD per year
Uniform and Toolkit: $350 AUD Once off
Vocational Material: $400 AUD per year

Course Outcomes
Students will be able to effectively undertake the role of manager either front of house, sales and marketing or a range of other operations.

Duration: 102 Weeks (80 Weeks Teaching)