Hospitality & Tourism Management
"This program helps students prepare not only for jobs in the hospitality and tourism industry, but for management positions. All the instructors are knowledgeable and always willing to help the students. It is a great experience for people looking to get into the industry."
Marvin Deitzer, Class of 2015
Need more information?
Olds College Admissions
403.556.8281
1.800.661.6537
hospitality@oldscollege.ca
What can you expect from the program?
Whether you decide to work abroad or remain close to home the skills you acquire in the Hospitality and Tourism Management program will prepare you with a solid management focused education allowing you to be employable in many businesses around the world.
This unique 15 month accelerated diploma program requires students to complete work experience components along with an applied management residency.
Tourism HR Canada, a national organization that works to identify and address labour market issues in the Canadian tourism sector, has recognized Olds College’s Hospitality and Tourism Management program as a SMART accredited program, recognizing the program as one that meets or exceeds industry standards while providing benchmarks that tourism educators can use to assist them in continually improving their programs. Olds College’s Hospitality and Tourism Management program is the first in western Canada to achieve this accreditation.
What will you learn?
Students will learn in the Pomeroy Inns & Suites, located on our campus. By leveraging our relationships with industry associations, professional organizations, and tourism operators, students will experience a diverse range of facilities and services focusing on real-life learning. From leisure, tourism, sporting events, and recreation operations, to mixology, culinary theory and everything in between, students will be immersed in applied, hands on learning. Students will learn to:
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Your Future
Job opportunities include: special event management, food and beverage and travel counselling.
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Program at a glance
Length of Program:
15 Months
Program Intake:
Summer (August Start)
Delivery:
Olds Campus
Applications Open:
October 1
Tuition & Fees:
$11,450*
Now Offering Two Completion Pathways!
Credential: Diploma
Length of Program: 15 Months OR Two Years
When applying online in the Summer Term, only one completion pathway is displayed. Please select the option available and the Admission Officer will follow up to confirm your pathway of choice.
Method of Delivery: Olds Campus
Directed Field Study/Work Term/Practicum: 2 Work Experiences (250 hours each) are completed during the third term of the program.
Program Intakes: Summer Intake (August Program Start)
Applications Open: October 1 for the Summer Intake
Selection Process for Admission: First Qualified, First Accepted
Tuition, Mandatory Fees, Books, and Supplies: Please refer to the current Fee Schedule for details
- Tuition & Fees: $11,450 / Books & Supplies: $1,140
*These fees are provided as estimates only for the purposes of budgeting. Please note that all fees are best estimates and are subject to change.
International Students will require a Co-Op Work Permit as well as a Study Permit for this program.
What do I need to apply?
Admission Requirements:
- 50% or better in English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
- 50% or better in Math 20-1 or 20-2
- Meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement (completed at minimum 3 years of formal education taught entirely in English or provide the results of a recognized English Language Proficiency exam)
Academic Upgrading and High School Applicants: Applicants currently in high school or who are completing academic upgrading must submit proof of enrollment and any available interim/midterm marks. Final marks must be submitted within one month following the completion of the course(s) and no later than one month prior to the program start date.
Alternate Admission Option: Alternate Admission status may be offered to applicants who have not or will not complete one of the academic admission requirements. To be considered under Alternate Admission Status, applicants will be asked to provide the following:
- (Required) Transcript(s) showing any completed high school and post-secondary courses
- (Required) Letter of Introduction and Intent, outlining the following:
- Introduce yourself
- Indicate why you wish to enrol in the program
- Elaborate on your career goals
- Detail your experience relevant to this program and the industry
- (Required) A resume of your work history, extracurricular activities, volunteer service, etc. for the last 5 years
- (Optional) Include copies of any tickets and/or certificates you currently hold (e.g.: first aid, safety tickets, etc.)
- (Optional) Letter(s) of reference from current or past employers/coaches/etc. (maximum of two letters)
*Submitting Alternate Admission material does not guarantee admission*
Out of Province Applicants: Please refer to the Provincial Equivalency Chart for course equivalencies.
International Applicants: Olds College welcomes applications from international applicants and those who have completed their high school education outside of Canada. Please note, it is still necessary to meet all of the noted admission requirements, including English Language Proficiency. Further information can be found on our website under International Students. International Students will require a Study Permit and a Co-Op Work Permit for this program.
Directed Field Study Required: Students must complete two Work Experience courses where they will be working in a hospitality & tourism related industry.