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Tourism and Hospitality Courses
Looking for an industry that offers diverse and exhilarating career paths? Look no further than the vibrant world of tourism and hospitality. Oxbridge Academy offers a range of short courses in Catering Management and Hotel Management, where you’ll gain valuable skills and knowledge to excel in these areas.
For those seeking nationally recognised qualifications, we proudly offer N4 – N6 qualifications in Tourism and Hospitality and Catering Services. These comprehensive programs provide a solid foundation and set you on a path towards a career in this booming industry.
Why Choose Our Tourism and Hospitality Courses?
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You can complete your course from the comfort of your own home.
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You can ask an industry-expert tutor for help if you get stuck with your coursework.
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You can gain industry-relevant knowledge and skills by studying your tourism and hospitality course in your own time at home.
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You will be able to choose whether you want to pay your course fees upfront or in monthly instalments.
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Short Learning Programmes
These non-accredited skills courses equip you with the basic skills you need to work in a specific area of tourism or hospitality management.
- Oxbridge Academy Short Course: Catering Management
- Oxbridge Academy Short Course: Hotel Management
- Oxbridge Academy Short Course: Tourism Management
- Oxbridge Academy Skills Certificate: Catering Management
- Oxbridge Academy Skills Certificate: Food & Beverage Management
- Oxbridge Academy Skills Certificate: Hotel & Catering Management
- Oxbridge Academy Skills Certificate: Hotel Management
- Oxbridge Academy Skills Certificate: Tourism Management
- Oxbridge Academy Skills Certificate: Hospitality Services
National Qualifications (N4-N6) Leading To Diplomas
These N4 – N6 courses lead to national qualifications that are registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). This means that the course content is aligned with industry and employer needs. When you study one of these courses, therefore, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to start your career in the tourism industry. If you have completed your N6 level and can provide evidence of 18 months of relevant practical experience, you may be eligible to apply for – and receive – a National Diploma.
Tourism
National Certificate: N4 Tourism
- Accredited by: QCTO
- SAQA ID: 66910
- Duration: 12 Months
- Requirements: Matric or Introductory certificate
National Certificate: N5 Tourism
- Accredited by: QCTO
- SAQA ID: 66978
- Duration: 12 Months
- Requirements: N4 Tourism
National Certificate: N6 Tourism
- Accredited by: QCTO
- SAQA ID: 67013
- Duration: 12 Months
- Requirements: N5 Tourism
Hospitality and Catering Services
National Certificate: N4 Hospitality and Catering Services
- Accredited by: QCTO
- SAQA ID: 66891
- Duration: 12 Months
- Requirements: Matric or Introductory certificate
National Certificate: N5 Hospitality and Catering Services
- Accredited by: QCTO
- SAQA ID: 66973
- Duration: 12 Months
- Requirements: N4 Hospitality and Catering Services
National Certificate: N6 Hospitality and Catering Services
- Accredited by: QCTO
- SAQA ID: 67008
- Duration: 12 Months
- Requirements: N5 Hospitality and Catering Services
What Does The Tourism And Hospitality Industry Entail?
The tourism and hospitality industry is a service-driven industry focused on providing pleasant and enjoyable experiences to guests and tourists. It is interdisciplinary in nature, and incorporates elements of events planning, marketing, finance, management, and PR.
Areas that fall under the tourism and hospitality industry include:
- Entertainment and Leisure
- Food and Beverage Management
- Hotel and Guest House Management
- Restaurant Management
- Transport
- Travel and Tourism
The diverse nature of the tourism and hospitality industry means that it involves a wide range of activities in the areas mentioned above. Activities can include:
- Providing the catering for an event.
- Running a guest house.
- Greeting guests when they arrive at a restaurant.
- Managing reservations for a hotel.
- Providing assistance to guests at a health resort or spa.
- Leading tour groups and showing them various tourist attractions.
- Preparing and serving food at a restaurant.
- Assisting passengers on a cruise ship.
These are only a few examples – keep in mind that the activities will differ from one area of specialisation within the tourism and hospitality industry to another.
What Career Opportunities Are There In Tourism And Hospitality?
In South Africa, the tourism and hospitality industry is expanding rapidly. It currently provides plenty of exciting career opportunities at both junior and senior level, and the number of available opportunities is expected to increase. Due to the nature of the industry, there is also plenty of room for career growth and specialisation.
Some of the career opportunities that are available include:
- Barista
- Bartender
- Caterer
- Chef
- Concierge
- Event Planner
- Flight Attendant
- Hotel Manager
- Hotel Receptionist
- Lodge Manager
- Reservations Clerk
- Restaurant Manager
- Spa Assistant
- Theme Park Assistant
- Tour Guide
- Travel Agent
- Waiter
A career in hospitality and tourism involves working closely with different people, and is also likely to involve working long hours or shifts.
What Skills Do You Need To Succeed In The Tourism And Hospitality Industry?
You will need:
- Good communication skills
- Organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Problem solving and decision making skills
- Patience
- Enthusiasm
- Flexibility and adaptability
- A well-groomed appearance
- Respect for different cultures
- Ability to work on your own and in a team
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