Courses Available to International Students
Introduction. The Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality was established in 1982 to provide recognised standards of management training appropriate to the needs of the hotel and travel industries, via its syllabi, examinations and awards.
Endorsed by the HCIMA. The HCIMA was formed in 1971 and is the only internationally recognized professional management association for managers in the hospitality, leisure and tourism industries. CTH Management Programmes have been awarded HCIMA Endorsement. All learners on CTH Diploma programmes are eligible for Affiliate Membership of the HCIMA and learners who successfully complete the CTH Advanced Diploma programmes are eligible to apply for Associate (AHCIMA) membership.
Entry Requirements
- Two or more years’ experience in the relevant industry at supervisor level
- Completed City & Guilds Diploma in International Tourism or Food & Beverage Service (Awaiting Approval)
- Candidates who have passed at least five Diploma level unit examinations*
- BTEC National Diploma in Hotel and Catering
- AVCE
- Advanced Diploma in Hospitality, Institute of Hospitality Part A
- Institute of Hospitality Professional Certificate
- ICM Diploma in Hotel & Catering Management
- ICM Diploma in Tourism & Business Studies
- 1 year’s course at Diploma level with at least 75% of the course equivalent to the relevant CTHCM Diploma unit
* Candidates will not receive their Advanced Diploma Certificate if they have not passed all units at Diploma level.
Course Content
- Food & Beverage Management. The focus of this module is on the development and application of practical activities within a Food and Beverage environment. It gives an overview of the organisation of Food and Beverage Management and develops the practices and procedures which must be followed.
- Strategic Hospitality Management. The Hospitality Industry faces new and complex changes during the 21st century. The aim of this module is to make students aware of the strategic planning process and its impact on the Hospitality Industry. Students will gain a thorough understanding of Hospitality policy-making within global, international and national contexts and create an ability to develop and apply innovative strategic planning approaches in response to corporate policies.
- Facilities Management. This module develops an understanding of the requirements of a facilities manager in relation to the management of services which support an organization. Students will consider Facilities Management and how this can affect the success of the operation. This module is topical and reflects current issues.
- Management Accounting. This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the financial and accounting records used in the Hospitality Industry, and the ways these can aid effective managerial decision-making. It gives detailed additional coverage on Sales & Cash Budgeting, Marginal Costing and Final Accounts for internal use.
- Human Resource Management. The aim of this module is to provide a foundation in both the knowledge and skills of Human Resource Management required by managers in the hospitality industry. The module recognises that management of human resources at all levels can critically affect the efficiency and effectiveness of an organisation.
- Management Research Report 5000 words. This module should be studied concurrently with other Advanced Diploma Modules over the same period. It offers the opportunity for students to carry out a research report that involves analysing and interpreting data and making recommendations for future action. It has a secondary aim of developing independent research and study skills that students will require when following a further period of study or working in the industry.
Examinations Board. CTH Management Programmes are widely recognised by universities as offering equivalency to degree level study and CTH Diploma students may therefore gain direct entry onto the second year of a variety of hospitality degree programmes. Similarly, CTH Advanced Diploma students may enter onto their chosen degree at final year level. The Examinations are conducted three times a year, in January, June and September.
Recognition Universities
- Bournemouth University - UK
- Thames Valley University - UK
- Middlesex University – Dubai Campus, UAE
- Birmingham College of Food, Tourism and Creative Studies - UK
- University of Sunderland - UK
- London South Bank University - UK
- Edith Cowan University - Australia
- The Hotel School Sydney - Australia
- Glion and Les Roches Hospitality Management Schools – Switzerland
- Heriot Watt University - UK
- Salford University - UK
Course Duration
FULL TIME (5months). Students have theory lessons and practical training sessions for a period of 8 months at BMC on Monday to Friday.
PART TIME (8 months). Students have theory lessons and practical training sessions for a period of 10 months at BMC on weekday nights.
New Fee Structure
Under the new fee structure, applicants are required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of $30 when an application for STP is submitted to ICA for consideration. Payment must be made through the ICA online portals for STP application (i.e. SOLAR or SOLAR+). Successful STP applications will only need to pay a one-time fee of $60 for the issuance of the LTP cards, regardless of the duration of the pass granted. The prevailing visa fee will continue to apply for those visa-required countries.
Foreign students will be required to pay a sum of $60 for replacement of lost or damaged STP cards.
NOTE: Fees may change periodically without prior notice.
| Fees Breakdown (shows the full breakdown of total payable fees) |
Total Payable (S$) |
|---|---|
| Course Application Fee (not covered under FPS and not refundable) | $400.00 |
| Course Fee | $5,600.00 |
| Student Membership Fee | $100.00 |
| Course Material Fee | $400.00 |
| Laboratory Fee | $100.00 |
| Medical Insurance* | $120.00 |
| Exam - CTH* | $550.00 |
| FPS Insurance Fee* | $51.53 |
| (A) Total Course Fees Payable | $6,921.53 |
| (B) No. of Instalments | 1 |
| (C) Instalment Amount (C = A/B) | $6,921.53 |
| Instalment Schedule (full payment scheme) |
Payment by 1 month (S$) |
| First Instalment Payment | $6,921.53 |
| (A) Total Course Fees Payable | $6,921.53 |
| Total Course Fee After GST | $7,783.53 |
| * Non-GST'd Item | |
Last updated 14 May 10.
