Certificate in Hotel Operations Management

Hospo, Food & Tourism

Earn an industry-recognised certificate in hotel operations management and develop essential skills for managing hotels, including front desk operations, staff management, guest services, and hospitality business controls. Delivered fully online with exceptional tutor and career support.

NZ$892

inc GST

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Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

It will take a total of 6 months

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Understand Hotel Operations

Gain a holistic understanding of how hotels operate, including effective management of reception, housekeeping, food services, and guest relations.

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Manage Staff and Workplace Organisation

Learn techniques for managing staff, resolving grievances, and organising operations for maximum efficiency.

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Control Systems and Financials

Develop skills to implement control systems for labour, materials, maintenance, and financial operations within a hotel.

What You're Signing Up For

This comprehensive certificate prepares students for a career in hotel operations management by covering key areas such as hospitality management, staff management, workplace organisation, control systems, customer service, food service, and facility management. The program is industry-accredited and includes practical skills complemented by career coaching and tutor support. Suitable for those aspiring to enter or advance in the hospitality and hotel sector.

Course Content

  • Scope & Nature of Hotel Management
  • Organisation of the Workplace
  • Staff Management
  • Control Systems in Hotels
  • Front Desk Management
  • Servicing Rooms & General Cleaning
  • Building & Facility Management
  • Activities Management
  • Food Service in Hotels
  • Public Speaking and Communication (phone and online)
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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Hospitality

  • Tourism

  • Hotel Management

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Front Office Supervisor

  • Guest Services Coordinator

  • Reservations Officer

  • Housekeeping Supervisor

  • Food & Beverage Attendant (Entry)

  • Hotel Reception Lead

  • Facilities Operations Assistant

  • Events & Banqueting Coordinator

  • Duty Manager (Small Property)

  • Hospitality Services Officer

The Career Academy

The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.