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Prepare for leadership roles in the hospitality and service sectors with the two-year Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Hospitality Services Management. You’ll work on real projects in the business community and participate in management simulation exercises that closely mirror the real world. Gain practical marketing and management skills, and learn about event management, revenue management and strategic planning.
Get valuable work experience through the Business Internship program
In the Business Internship Program, you’ll apply the theory and knowledge you’ve learned in class into a real-world business setting. During your unpaid part-time internship, you’ll be assigned tasks and projects that junior management, marketing, business, administrative and/or sales employees complete in the modern workplace.
To be accepted into the internship program, you must contact the Career Centre early in your studies at Douglas College.
Graduate job-ready with the Career Boost program
Designed for post-degree students, the Career Boost program prepares you for part-time paid or volunteer positions that complement your studies. You’ll participate in career-building workshops, one-on-one coaching sessions, career fairs, networking with employers, peer-led leadership meetings and more. Once you graduate, you’ll get the continued support, skills and knowledge you need to find a full-time job in your field.
Please note that you must have a bachelor's degree in order to take this program.
Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
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Graduation Requirements For Students Completing By Summer 2023:
Graduation Requirements For Students Completing After Summer 2023:
Course Requirements:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| Year I Coursework | ||
| ACCT 3008 | Accounting for Managers | 3.00 |
| BUSN 3350 | Human Resources | 3.00 |
| HOSP 1235 | F & B Service Operations | 3.00 |
| HOSP 2240 | Front Desk Operations | 3.00 |
| HOSP 2255 (Winter only) |
Beverage Management | 3.00 |
| HOSP 2330 | Food and Beverage Cost Controls | 3.00 |
| HOSP 2415 | Hospitality Sales and Advertising | 3.00 |
| HOSP 2455 | Hospitality Business Policy | 3.00 |
| HOSP 2465 | Hospitality Event Planning | 3.00 |
| MARK 1120 | Introductory Marketing | 3.00 |
| Year I Total Credits | 30.00 | |
| Year II Coursework | ||
| BUSN 3100 | Global Business Environment | 3.00 |
| BUSN 3310 | Organizational Management Skills | 3.00 |
| HOSP 3100 | Revenue Management in Hospitality | 3.00 |
| HOSP 3110 | Strategic Management in Hospitality |
3.00 |
| HOSP 3120 | Sustainable Events Simulation (Capstone Course) | 3.00 |
| MARK 3215 | Buyer Behaviour | 3.00 |
| MARK 3235 | eMarketing | 3.00 |
| MARK 3280 | Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility | 3.00 |
| MARK 4360 | Customer Relationship Management | 3.00 |
| MARK 4410 | Sales Management | 3.00 |
| Year II Total Credits | 30.00 | |
| Total Program Credits | 60.00 | |
Program Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this program and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the program, consider the previous version as the applicable version.
Career opportunities include: