Bachelor of Hospitality Management
Overview
Get a comprehensive understanding of business practices in the hospitality industry. Learn to manage guest services for hotels, cruise ships, convention centres, and fine dining establishments.
| Tuition | $13,358 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Bachelor's Degree |
| Length | 2-0 years |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based and Online, Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start dates |
| Tuition | $40,551 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Bachelor's Degree |
| Length | 2-0 years |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based and Online, Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start dates | |
| PGWP | International graduates may be eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit. |
What to expect
- Lectures, seminars, and group discussions
- Oral presentations
- Reflective writing
- Research papers and case studies
- Individual and group projects
- Computer simulations
- Quizzes
- Homework
- Final exams
What you will learn
- Apply the principles and key skill sets of successful management and business practices to current events and cases in the hospitality industry.
- Plan, design, and implement sustainable hospitality management and business practices and evaluate their impact on business and community.
- Conceptualize and apply models of financial management, operations management, statistical analysis, research methods, e-Business, social media, marketing and strategic management to current events and simulations in the hospitality industry.
- Conceptualize and apply models of change management.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with local, regional, national, and global hospitality management and business professionals both in person, in writing, and on-line via social media and videoconference settings.
- Lead effective informal and formal meetings.
- Analyze critical issues related to labour relations, ethics, and law in the hospitality industry.
- Attend to the diverse cultural, interactional, and structural dimensions of hospitality management in British Columbia and Canada.
- Provide workplace and community leadership to resolve issues in hospitality management operations.
- Apply entrepreneurial skills in all aspects of their work.
Program duration and maximum time for completion
This program is intended for students with minimal or no experience in the hospitality industry. These students would not qualify for advanced standing as outlined in the Executive Cohort admissions criteria. In this program, students will normally complete the 60-credit course requirement over two years, consisting of four terms. In extenuating circumstances individual student needs will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
An earned two-year diploma of at least 60 credits in hospitality management, business or a related field of study; with a cumulative grade point average of C or higher (2.0), according to the current VCC grade scale*.
- Applicants must submit all post-secondary transcripts. The College reserves the right to request a language and math assessment from an applicant. Applicants are responsible for the payment of assessment services and fees.
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Recommended characteristics
The following are recommended characteristics of BHM students:
- Regular access to a personal computer and high-speed internet connection for course materials, including online texts, social media and video conferencing, among others, and online course instruction
- A confident oral and written command of the English language
- Ability to work well in face-to-face and online learning environments
- Ability to work well with others in an environment that embraces diversity
- Ability to maintain a positive ‘hospitality’ attitude
- Proficient computer literacy (knowledge and experience with iPad and tablet computing is a plus)
- Excellent study skills
Program availability
Not currently available.
Not currently available.
Courses
Classes are typically held in a hybrid format, with 3 in‑person courses on campus one day per week on Tuesdays, from 9:00 to 5:30, and two courses delivered online. Class times are subject to change.
International students
Classes are held in a hybrid format, with three in‑person courses on campus one day per week on Tuesdays, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and two courses delivered online. Class times are subject to change.
| Term One | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| HOSP 3310 | Contemporary Canadian Business | 3 |
| HOSP 3320 | Operations Management | 3 |
| HOSP 3820 | Hospitality Financial Management | 3 |
| HOSP 3910 | Statistical Decision Making | 3 |
| GNED 3210 | Multiculturalism in Business | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term Two | ||
| HOSP 3360 | Decision Making Analysis | 3 |
| HOSP 3460 | Canadian Labour Relations | 3 |
| HOSP 3860 | Capital and Asset Management | 3 |
| HOSP 3670 | Services Marketing | 3 |
| HOSP 3960 | Research Methods in Business | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term Three | ||
| HOSP 4320 | Strategic Hospitality Management | 3 |
| HOSP 4330 | Hospitality Capstone 1 | 3 |
| HOSP 4610 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| HOSP 4620 | New Media in Hospitality | 3 |
| HOSP 4810 | Hospitality Revenue Management | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term Four | ||
| HOSP 4360 | Hospitality Capstone 2 | 3 |
| HOSP 4370 | Revenue Management Analysis | 3 |
| HOSP 4460 | Leadership in Organizations | 3 |
| HOSP 4660 | Business Innovation | 3 |
| GNED 4260 | Sustainability in Business | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
Important Notes
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Students in the Regular Cohort program may not register for more than five courses in one term.
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and costs
| Application fee | $36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition / Year | $13,358 |
Year 3 - $6,679 Year 4 - $6,679 |
| Student union | $256 | |
| College initiative | $171 | |
| Campus resource | $268 | |
| Medical & Dental | $550 | Provided by Student Union |
| U-Pass | $663 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $15,345 |
Books & Supplies
Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Technical requirement
Tuition deposits are payable usually within three weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
| Tuition deposit | $11,100 | $10,000 non-refundable |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $145 | |
| Tuition | $40,551 | |
| Student union | $290 | |
| College initiative | $190 | |
| Campus resource | $268 | |
| Medical & Dental | $570 | Provided by Student Union |
| Temporary medical insurance | $149 | |
| U-Pass | $704 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $42,899 |
Books & Supplies
Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Technical requirement
How to apply
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Did you know? This program has 1 day of in-person classes per week, along with classes online, providing you with the flexibility to balance work and school.
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VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
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Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
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