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Diploma in Hotel Management

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Duration:
2+ Years
(6 Semesters)
 


Awarded by:
APU, Diploma


Intakes:
03 Jul 2025 | 25 Sep 2025
 


ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
SPM• 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects at SPM level, with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);

IGCSE/O-LEVELS

• 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects at IGCSE/O-Levels;

UEC

• 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC;

CERTIFICATE

• Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent;

A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
 
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

• IELTS : 4.0
• TOEFL IBT : 30-31
• Pearson (PTE) : 36
• MUET : Band 3


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PROGRAMME OUTLINE

This APU Diploma in Hotel Management is designed to provide

  • Understand the integration between the various types of hotels and the concepts in managing day-to-day operations in hotel management with basic problem-solving skills.
  • Provide excellent services to hotel guests and uphold professionalism and ethical values in ensuring quality guest experience.
  • Demonstrate the significant role and function of teamwork in fostering cohesiveness and collaboration among staff in the co-creation of excellent guest-related services.
  • Understand the concepts in hotel management and a systematic hotel programme planning by applying basic skills related to hotel operations through lifelong learning activities.

SEMESTER 1

The first semester will help students to gain an understanding of basic concepts, terminology related to hotel management, develop language and digital skills while studying Computer Applications, Business English Communication, Digital Thinking and Innovation, Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Industry, and Culinary Essentials.

MODULES

  • Computer Applications
  • Business English Communication
  • Digital Thinking and Innovation
  • Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Industry
  • Culinary Essentials

SEMESTER 2

The second semester builds on and extends the operational skills developed in the first semester. Hotel management skills are taken to a more advanced level of professionalism. The students will gain familiarity with International Cuisine, Food and Beverage Operations, Customer Service, Pastry and Bakery Skills and Culture and Heritage.

MODULES

  • International Cuisine
  • Food and Beverage Operations
  • Customer Service
  • Pastry and Bakery Skills
  • Culture and Heritage

SEMESTER 3

During the third semester, students will gain familiarity with Front Office Operations and Introduction to Statistics.

MODULES

  • Introduction to Statistics
  • Front Office Operations

SEMESTER 4

In the fourth semester, students will gain comprehensive knowledge in the areas of hotel operations and management. The students will gain familiarity with Housekeeping Operations and Funding and Business Events Management.

MODULES

  • Housekeeping Operations
  • Business Events Management

SEMESTER 5

In the fifth semester, students will be exposed to diverse areas such as Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship, Introduction to Accounting, Digital Marketing for Hospitality and Events Business, Public Relations for Hospitality and Events and Human Resource Management for Hospitality and Events. Most importantly, students will gain the ability to think independently and execute hotel operations and management.

MODULES

  • Introduction to Accounting
  • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
  • Digital Marketing for Hospitality and  Events Business
  • Public Relations for Hospitality and Events
  • Human Resource Management for Hospitality and Events

Internship (20 weeks)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 20 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

* In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-curricular activities.


FURTHER STUDIES

Upon successful completion of this programme and fulfilment of requirements for credit transfer, you will be eligible to progress into Level 2 of the following degree programmes offered at APU.

  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Hospitality and Tourism
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Tourism Management
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Tourism Management with a specialism in Hospitality​
  

APU-DMU DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMME

Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

To know more about APU-DMU Dual Scheme, please click HERE


COURSE FEES

Malaysian Students

International Students

RM 45,200

RM 52,600 (USD 12,235)

​* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.

(N/1013/4/0115)(MQA/PA17438)

All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.