Hospitality Management

Yes, hospitality managers are in demand in Australia. Hospitality managers are currently on 3 of Australia’s 4 skilled occupation lists: Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), and Regional Occupation List (ROL). This means that there is a high demand for this job due to a labour shortage in this occupation.

Yes, Australian hospitality management qualifications are widely recognized in many countries, including Europe and North America.

These qualifications are part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), which ensures a high standard of education and training. Many countries, particularly in Europe and North America, acknowledge the value of AQF qualifications, making them a solid foundation for employment in the hospitality industry. However, some regions may have specific requirements for licensing or additional certifications. To be certain, it’s best to confirm with the relevant authorities in your home country. For more details, visit studying hospitality management page.

It takes 6 to 24 months to become a qualified hospitality manager in Australia. Duration may vary depending on the education institute.

According to the data from the Australian Government Your Career, Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers earn an average of $2213 per week. This amounts to approximately $127,318 annually.

Hospitality Management courses in Australia typically cost between $5,000 and $10,000 per year, depending on the institution, course level, and location.

To enrol in a Hospitality Management course, complete the enrolment questionnaire, meet English and visa requirements, and receive Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) before applying for a subclass 500 student visa.

Steps to enrol in a Hospitality Management course in Australia:

• Fill out the Pathway to Aus enrolment questionnaire, which takes 5–10 minutes.
• Provide academic transcripts, passport copy, and English language evidence (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, or CAE).
• Receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
• Use the CoE to apply for a Student Visa (subclass 500) and meet Genuine Student requirements.

Certificate III (6–12 months) or Diploma of Hospitality Management (1–1.5 years) include practical placement.

As a Hospitality Management professionals oversee operational aspects of the business and provide knowledge in its fundamentals. As a Hospitality Manager you would:

• Staff management
• Organise and coordinate people and operations
• Check supplies and equipment quantity and quality
• Manage budgets and approve expenditures
• Develop and communicate standard operating procedures
• Establish standards for customer service
• Ensure adherence to relevant legal, health and safety regulations and guidelines
• Create reports for senior management

To be a qualified Hospitality Manager in Australia you need to have successfully completed a Diploma of Hospitality Management.

International students can study to become a hospitality manager in Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, or Tasmania.