Diploma of Hospitality Management

SIT50422 · CRICOS Course Code 111871G

Course overview

Develop as a senior hospitality operator who can coordinate departments and carry responsibility for others. Multiskill across accommodation, cookery, food and beverage or gaming pathways for restaurants, hotels, motels, clubs, pubs, cafés and catering businesses.

What you’ll learn

Source industry knowledge and apply culturally sensitive, compliant practice.
Lead people, manage finances and improve customer experience.
Operate across front-of-house and back-of-house management functions.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Completion of Australian Year 12 (or an overseas equivalent). Depending on nationality, Year 11 equivalent may be accepted — confirm with admissions before you enrol.
Mature-age applicants without a formal secondary credential complete Axis Institute’s LLN / English placement assessment.

English language proficiency

All applicants complete Axis Institute’s Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills check (online LLN Robot). For Certificate III and above, one of the following is typically required:

IELTS overall band 6.0 (or an accepted equivalent such as PTE), or
Evidence of Advanced-level English, or
A satisfactory result on Axis Institute’s internal English placement test.

Common exemptions (confirm with admissions): full-time secondary / ELICOS / research pathways; five or more years of study in Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or Ireland; passport holders from UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Ireland; recent Australian study in English at Senior Secondary or AQF Certificate IV+ while holding a student visa.

Course outline — core units

SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiences
SITXCCS016 Develop and manage quality customer service practices
SITXCOM010 Manage conflict
SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget
SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgets
SITXGLC002 Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law
SITXHRM008 Roster staff
SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people
SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations
SITXMGT005 Establish and conduct business relationships
SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

Elective units

SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook*#
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXFSA008 Develop and implement a food safety program*^
HLTAID011 Provide first aid
SITHKOP013 Plan cooking operations*
SITHKOP015 Design and cost menus*
SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment*
SITHCCC026 Package prepared foodstuffs*
SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery*
SITHCCC028 Prepare appetisers and salads*
SITHCCC029 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups*
SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, egg and farinaceous dishes*#
SITHCCC031 Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes*#
SITHCCC035 Prepare poultry dishes *#
SITHCCC036 Prepare meat dishes *#
BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans Pre-requisite requirements/Units: * denotes the units that require the unit
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety, ^ denotes the units that require the unit
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices, # denotes the units that require the unit
SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery

Assessment

Knowledge questions
Case studies / written activities
Practical projects or placement evidence as applicable

Vocational placement

Min. 48 service periods (if cookery elective SITHCCC043 selected). Confirm arrangements with the course coordinator.

Possible career outcomes

Possible career pathways in roles such as departmental or small business manager in restaurants
hotels
motels
catering operations
clubs
pubs
cafés
and coffee shops.

Fees & payment options

Course fees can be paid in person, by phone, internet banking, or credit card (Visa / Mastercard). Indicative international tuition is published on the Resources page and may change — contact admissions for a current quote for your intake.

Option	How it works
Pay in full	Single upfront payment by bank transfer or card.
Payment plan	Weekly, fortnightly, monthly or per-term instalments (terms apply).
Direct debit	Scheduled withdrawals from a nominated account.

Contact: info@axisinstitute.edu.au · 07 2102 3553 (Brisbane) · 02 8358 7277 (Sydney)

How to apply

Check entry requirements and English evidence.
Submit an online enquiry / application or the international student form.
Complete LLND assessment and any interviews requested by admissions.
Receive offer, pay fees per your payment plan, and arrange CoE / visa steps if applicable.
Attend orientation and commence on your intake date.