International Hospitality Business Management with Foundation Year
Sheffield Hallam University
International Hospitality Business Management with Foundation Year
Course Summary
**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.
Course summary**
Study your foundation year, then progress to a degree with industry accreditation from the Institute of Hospitality (IoH).
Study a robust programme of business and hospitality-specific modules.
Gain a qualification that combines research, theory, general business acumen and real-world work experience.
This course has a reputation for producing high-calibre, well-rounded graduates. You can tailor the course to suit your career aspirations, with options to specialise in hospitality, culinary arts, hotel and resorts and opportunities to learn a language or study abroad. Our flexible, responsive programme is designed for you in collaboration with our industry partners to meet the need for forward-thinking, innovative hospitality graduates who can strategically manage complex business operations. You can choose to specialise in hospitality, culinary arts, hotels and resorts, or conferences and events.
**How you learn**
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
The course is suitable if you don't meet the entry requirements for our BSc (Hons) International Hospitality Business Management course, or you want extra preparation before starting degree-level study. You share the first year with other Sheffield Business School foundation year students, then move on to the degree.
You are taught by lecturers with a rich industry background from serving the Queen to opening new hotels and owning catering businesses who infuse teaching with research, industry expertise and passion for hospitality. You will be provided with a challenging and supportive learning environment where you will experience 'hands-on' practical learning combined with a traditional classroom environment.
You learn through
- lectures
- seminars
- problem-solving exercises
- presentations
- workshops and practical sessions in our state-of-the art facilities
- field trips
- site visits
- work with external organisations
In the foundation year, you'll study wider business topics, while specialising in your chosen subject area. You'll learn useful skills such as academic writing, work in diverse teams and learn to utilise a wide variety of data sources. In doing so, you'll fully prepare yourself for undergraduate study.
**Applied learning
Live projects**
Opportunities for learning are not just limited to the classroom. Your final year requires you to consult directly with a hospitality business to resolve a real-life business issue. Depending on the specialist route you have chosen you may: plan and deliver a hospitality event, engage in culinary product development or design and analyse a hospitality marketing campaign.
**Networking opportunities**
Industry interaction comes formally through visiting speakers and informally through our association with the Institute of Hospitality, our strong alumni network and the activities of our hospitality society. We're proud to be one of the founding partners of the Classroom to Boardroom event, which introduces you to a variety of stakeholders through the medium of round table discussions and networking activities.
**Competitions**
You're encouraged to participate in competitions which celebrate success within the industry. Previous students have been winners or finalists of The Young Guns competition, an industry award that recognises those who have excelled during their placement year. Students have also participated in Passion 4 Hospitality, Young Hoteliers Summit and Zest Quest Asia and many others.
Course Details - Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information.
Year 1
Compulsory modules
Contemporary Issues 20 Coursework
Introduction To Business 20 Practical
Organisation Management And Delivery 1 20 Coursework
Organisation Management And Delivery 2 20 Coursework
Self And Stakeholder Management 20 Coursework
The Practice Of Business In The Events, Food, Hospitality And Tourism Industries 20 Coursework
Year 2
Compulsory modules
Academic And Professional Skills 20 Coursework
Business Analysis For The Service Sector 20 Coursework
Hospitality Principles And Practices 20 Coursework
Exam
Hospitality Process And Decision Making 20 Coursework
Marketing Communications 20 Coursework
Elective modules
Module Credits Assessment
Foreign Language 20 Coursework
Global Food, Drink And Society 20 Coursework
Year 3
Compulsory modules
Academic Research Skills 20 Coursework
Managing Food And Beverage Operations 20 Coursework
People And Organisations In Context 20 Coursework
Revenue Management 20 Coursework
Elective modules
Enterprise And Small Business In Tourism, Hospitality And Events 20 Coursework
Foreign Language 20 Coursework
Hotel And Resort Outlet Management 20 Coursework
Managing Hospitality Resources 20 Coursework
Year 4
Optional modules
Placement Year -
Final year
Compulsory modules
Critical Approaches In Hospitality Marketing, Experiences And Analytics 20 Coursework
Hospitality Management Consultancy 40 Coursework
Research Project 20 Coursework
Strategic Management In International Hospitality And Tourism 20 Coursework
Elective modules
Food Supply Chain Management 20 Coursework
Practical
Foreign Language 20 Coursework
Hotel Operational Analysis 20 Coursework
Course Details – Assessment Method
Coursework
Exams
Practicals
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
A085
Institution code:
S21
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
This must include at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC National qualifications excluding general studies For example:
CC at A Level
MPP in BTEC Extended Diploma.
A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels and EPQ.
Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
Score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
79%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
70%
Go onto work and study:
90%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2022/2023 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fees for UK students starting this course in 2021/22 are £9,250 per year.
Our tuition fees for International/EU students are also yet to be confirmed, however you can see the course page on the Sheffield Hallam Website for more information.
Provider information
City Campus
Howard Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Sheffield
S1 1WB
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