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Diploma in International Hotel Management

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College
George Town, Penang
Dual Award program
The dual award Diploma in International Hotel Management is designed to prepare students for operations management and practical aspects of the hospitality industry. Our training adopts a Swiss influence in methods and curriculum, which is a combination of the traditional Swiss hotelier with modern management techniques.

For practical experience, students will intern for one semester industrial placement in renowned hotels or resorts in Malaysia and abroad. The program focuses on courses required for the industry by nurturing professionalism and characteristics that are essential for success in the industry. Graduates of this program receive not only a UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College degree, but also an award from IMI International Management Institute in Luzern, Switzerland.


SWISS HOSPITALITY PROGRAMMES – Swiss European program syllabus
As the pioneer in hospitality education since 1893, the Swiss reputation for hospitality excellence is respected and trusted globally. Experience a renowned European syllabus which incorporates the very best of Swiss hotel management and hospitality. The school is also a finalist for the Electrolux Hospitality Institution of the Year 2017 & 2018 (Regional) Award presented at the World Gourmet Summit in Singapore.
 

INTERNATIONAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE – Study outside the Classroom
Innovating ‘out of the classroom’ experience through our ‘Bringing Books to Life’ initiative by introducing International study trips to vineyards, wineries, breweries and tourism sites. Students experience different cultures in Europe, Thailand and many other countries for a full experiential learning experience.
 

5-STAR FACILITIES – 5-star Kitchens, Restaurant, Café, Mixology Lab and Equatorial Hospitality Training Suite
The school furnishes students with RM 6 Million worth of learning facilities in equivalence to professional commercial kitchens, F&B outlets and hotels in the industry. This ensures that they are familiar with industry standard tools, and are equipped with practical knowledge and skills to remain competitive and globally marketable in the future.
 

AWARD WINNING LECTURERS – Taught by Award Winning Chefs, Hospitality Experts and Tourism Researchers
Lecturers and chefs consist of experts from the hotel, tourism and culinary fields. Students are taught by Master Chefs, Celebrity Chefs, F&B Specialists and Tourism Researchers. Academic staff is highly qualified and passionate in grooming the next generation of chefs and hoteliers.
 

INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIPS – International 5 Star Industry Training
Students can choose from our wide network of top 5 Star establishments locally as well as internationally, including pathways from internship to management traineeship in global hotel groups. The international exposure gained from a worldwide internship placement gives our graduates an edge in experience and a wider global perspective.
 

OUTSTANDING ALUMNI – Award Winning Students and Graduates
Graduates from the school have been sought after by employees since 1993, with our graduates being made general managers, winemakers, mixologists, chefs, entrepreneurs, as well as hospitality educators.
 

This diploma program provides a pathway to:
  • Undergraduate studies: Dual Award BA (Hons) in International Hotel and Tourism Management
  • Career opportunities: Hotels, Motels, Spas, Resorts, Food Service Establishments, Casinos, Theme Parks, Cruise Lines, Services, Hospitality Consultancies, Convention Centers
 
Dual Award title:
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College Award:
  • Diploma in International Hotel Management 
IMI International Management Institute in Luzern, Switzerland:
  • Diploma in International Hotel Management

 
Graduates of this dual award degree programme receive a degree award from both UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College and IMI International Management Institute. A dual award degree program constitutes completion of a single program of study and is differentiated from a double –degree. 

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Course Summary

Intake

Jan, Mar, Jun, Sept

Course Fees (estimated)

RM 48,675

Course Duration

2 years

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SPM / O Levels :
3 Credits

UEC :
3 Credits (3Bs)

Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia :
Pass Level 3 in hospitality and culinary skills, and Pass in SPM with a minimum of 1 Credit in any subject

Any other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Ministry of Education, Malaysia (or as stated in the Document Senarai Nilai Taraf Kelayakan Akademik, Malaysian Qualifications Agency):
Pass (Subject to review and approval of certified transcripts)


English Requirement
Local Student :
Pass (English at SPM level or equivalent)

International Student :
Band 4 in IELTS; or a min score of 30 (IBT) or 397 (PBT) in TOEFL; or Cambridge English CAE (160) & CPE (180); or PTE Academic (30); or MUET Band 2

*If English language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) may be taken at UOW Malaysia KDU. 
Local students - RM 48,675
International students - RM 58,285
YEAR 1
  • Introduction to the Hospitality and Tourism Industry
  • Rooms Division Operations and Management – Housekeeping
  • Rooms Division Operations and Management – Front Office
  • Principles of Wine and Beverage Operations
  • Personal Development Skills I & II
  • Writing & Referencing
  • Culture and Heritage
  • Procurement in Hospitality Operations
  • Introduction to French Language
  • Food Hygiene and Safety
  • Supervision in the Hospitality Industry
 
YEAR 2
  • Fundamentals of Marketing
  • Restaurant Management Theory and Practice
  • Culinary Fundamentals Theory and Practice
  • Hospitality and Tourism Law
  • Managing Guest Experience
  • Financial Accounting for Hospitality
  • Hospitality Facilities Management
  • English for Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts
  • Hospitality Entrepreneurship
  • Industrial Placement
  • Internship Workshop


MPU
  • Ethics and Moral 2
  • Holistic Personal Development
  • Pengajian Malaysia 2 / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A / Oral Communication 2
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