A business degree focused specifically on hospitality, hotel and tourism management Strong focus on management concepts such as marketing, operations, human resources, food & beverage, event management, legislation, entrepreneurship and financial accounting for employment in New Zealand and abroad Field trips and guest lectures allow students to experience the hotel and tourism industry first hand Complete an internship in the third year for the final semester - an awesome opportunity to get real industry experience and career opportunities! The Bachelor of Hotel Management aims to prepare graduates for employment in hotel and tourism management positions in New Zealand and internationally. It is a three year, full-time degree which includes specialised study in the core management areas as well as other specialised topics and electives. The final semester incorporates an internship in industry where theory and practice come together in the workplace. Career opportunities: Graduates of the Bachelor of Hotel Management will be well suited for employment in a supervisory or management capacity within the accommodation, hospitality and tourism related sectors, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, events and convention centres, as well as their own small business. Graduates can identify and explain a range of issues relating to tourists, and facets of hospitality and tourism and their systems and industries, and how they interlink. They can use their knowledge to evaluate operational matters, and implement processes across a range of specialist areas including finance, sales, marketing, human resources, and food and beverage services. Satisfactory Completion In order to be awarded the Bachelor of Hotel Management the student will have been credited with all required papers and electives as specified in the schedule of papers (360 credits). The student completing the Bachelor of Hotel Management will normally be expected to complete the three-year programme (full-time equivalent) over no more than seven years. The Head of Faculty may approve longer periods to complete the programme, following consideration by the Board of Studies.