Course summary

This FdSc International Hospitality Management foundation degree is taught by Bolton College on behalf of the University of Bolton. If you aim to become a business leader in the worldwide hospitality industry, the FdSc International Hospitality Management taught at Bolton College is an ideal springboard. This hands-on course will support you to gain detailed knowledge of leadership and the associated skills necessary for management in this dynamic and exciting global industry. The contribution of travel and tourism to the global economy was approximately $7.71 trillion in 2022 (1). The sector is enormous and offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities all over the world. With the right qualification, you could work in the hotel, cruise, events, tourism or contract catering industries. If you want to go far and make a real impact, then the University of Bolton’s FdSc International Hospitality Management delivered by Bolton College is the place to begin. This two-year programme is strongly vocational with an international focus, giving you the knowledge, skills and attributes to become an effective and ethical hospitality manager. You’ll learn from hospitality specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the industry’s future. Our experienced team of hospitality professionals and academics will support you to develop a good understanding of the global hospitality industry and the general management of food, beverage and accommodation operations. During this foundation degree, you’ll focus on financial management, marketing, consumer behaviour, people management and leadership and learn how to apply this knowledge effectively in the hospitality sector. You’ll also have ample opportunity to develop practical skills and experience in our in-house training kitchens, the College’s bistro and restaurants, and through a 300-hour external placement. Furthermore, we’ll encourage you to build the sought-after transferable, professional and academic skills that will impress potential employers and support your career progression. (1) https://www.statista.com/topics/962/global-tourism/ accessed on 7 February 2024