Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management

SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management

CRICOS Code: 113513B
Duration: 102 weeks (92 weeks study + 10 weeks breaks)

This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior managers who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined with specialised managerial skills and substantial knowledge of industry to coordinate hospitality operations. They operate with significant autonomy and are responsible for making strategic business management decisions.

This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector and for a diversity of employers including restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multi-skilling and for acquiring targeted skills in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage and gaming.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Source: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/SIT60322

International students

Whilst there are no entry requirements specified in the training package, ABCI requires the following course entry criteria to be met:
  • Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencement; and
  • Display competence at or above ACSF level 4 or attained a qualification at AQF level 4; and
  • Hold a valid and current study visa; and
  • Hold a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 OR PTE score of 42 OR hold an International Baccalaureate Diploma where the main language of instruction was English OR speak English as a first language.
Alternatively, students may demonstrate ACSF and LLN levels by undertaking ABCI’s ACSF assessments.
In addition, applicants:
  • Will need to handle and cook dairy and non-vegetarian food items including beef and pork; and
  • Should have basic computer and MS Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and access to the internet.
To attain the qualification SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management, 33 units of competency must be completed.
Total Number of Units 33
Number of Core Units 14
Number of Elective Units 19

ABCI has selected the elective units that are most appropriate to meet industry requirements. The selection of electives has been made in consideration with the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.

Unit code Unit name Core/elective
SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations Core
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety Elective
SITHCCC042 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements*^ Elective
SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery* Elective
SITHCCC036 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery* Elective
SITHCCC036 Prepare meat dishes*^ Elective
SITHCCC028 Prepare appetisers and salads* Elective
SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes*^ Elective
SITHCCC035 Prepare poultry dishes*^ Elective
SITHCCC037 Prepare seafood dishes*^ Elective
SITHCCC041 Produce cakes, pastries and breads* Elective
SITHCCC029 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups* Elective
SITHPAT016 Produce desserts* Elective
SITXCOM010 Manage conflict Core
SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook*^+ Elective
SITHKOP012 Develop recipes for special dietary requirements*^>\ Elective
SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget Core
SITXHRM002 Roster staff Elective
SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people Core
SITXCCS016 Develop and manage quality customer service practices Core
SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgets Core
SITXMGT005 Establish and conduct business relationships Core
SITXGLC002 Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law Core
BSBTWK501 Lead diversity and inclusion Elective
SITHCCC031 Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes*^ Elective
SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock* Elective
SITHCCC038 Produce and serve food for buffet*^ Elective
BSBFIN601 Manage organisational finances Elective
BSBOPS601 Develop and implement business plans Core
SITXFIN011 Manage physical assets Core
SITXHRM010 Recruit, select and induct staff Core
SITXHRM012 Monitor staff performance Core
SITXMPR014 Develop and implement marketing strategies Core
SITXWHS008 Establish and maintain a work health and safety system Core
*Indicates the unit has a pre-requisite of SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
^Indicates the unit has a pre-requisite of SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
+Indicates the unit has a work placement component.
>Indicates the unit has a pre-requisite of SITHCCC042 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements.
\Indicates the unit has a pre-requisite of SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes.

This course contains units of competency that require the student to complete work placement.

SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook requires a student to complete 48 service periods in a commercial kitchen.

ABCI will provide work placement venues unless the student is able to provide their own venue. If the student provides their own venue, ABCI has the right to inspect and approve or deny the venue based on ABCI policies and procedures.

This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector and for a diversity of employers including restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multi-skilling and for acquiring targeted skills in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage and gaming.

ABCI does not guarantee employment outcomes for students studying this qualification.

Students may enter this qualification with no prior experience or qualifications.

After satisfactory completion of this qualification, a student may progress to the following qualifications:

Torrens University Pathway
  • Bachelor of Business– additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship)– additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Event Management)– additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Marketing) – additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Sport Management)– additional study of 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management) – additional study of 2 years

Please click here.

This course is delivered face to face.

Assessment methods include:

  • Written answers
  • Case studies
  • Projects
  • Work placement
  • Practical sessions.
International students are required to study 20 hours per week.

Study this qualification at our campus locations:

Level 1, 142 North Terrace Adelaide SA 5000

Suite 4.16-4.17, 343 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC

ABCI recognises all AQF qualifications issued by another Registered Training Organisation. Credit transfer will be granted upon presentation of certified copies of qualifications. ABCI reserves the right to confirm the authenticity of any qualifications presented for credit transfer.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be recognised upon successful completion of an RPL assessment in accordance with ABCI policy. If RPL is awarded, a student may receive credits towards their qualification and course duration will be adjusted accordingly.