Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - International Hotel and Hospitality Management

Both the BA (Hons) International Hotel and Hospitality Management and BA (Hons) International Hotel and Hospitality Management with Internship at Cardiff Met are accredited by the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) and Cardiff Met students qualify for free membership and all of the benefits that brings with it. Development of these programmes is not only underpinned by the research being undertaking by the academic staff, but also the Welsh Centre for Tourism Research (WCTR) and the Council for Hospitality Management (CHME). Hospitality is one of the largest global industries and Cardiff Met believes its focus is to deliver an experience that creates memories. The industry is dynamic and multi-disciplinary, innovative and agile and it is these aspects that help students to explore. They will develop an insight into the structure of the hospitality and hotel industry and understand the contributions that these make to the global economy. This course will give Them the opportunity to demonstrate a critical awareness and understanding of the main functional areas of hospitality management with a specific focus on the hotel sector and management processes within a variety of different contexts. Developing the necessary technical, interpersonal skills and knowledge to make an effective contribution to a hospitality organisation as a team-leader or middle manager upon graduation. The aim is to empower students with confidence and introduce them to leadership and team working skills that build a critical appreciation of the roles hospitality managers undertake in the modern world and lays the foundation for continuing professional development. Students will be provided with the opportunity to enhance their analytical and evaluative skills, and reflect upon the environmental influences which impact on hospitality organisations.