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Hospitality management

Hospitality management

Welcome to the fascinating world of Hospitality Management! If you have a passion for providing exceptional service, creating unforgettable experiences, and working in a dynamic industry, then our hospitality management courses are for you.

In these courses, we will delve into the multifaceted realm of hospitality, exploring the intricacies of managing hotels, restaurants, resorts, events, and more. Our hospitality courses are backed by the extensive professional expertise of our staff, our links with over 400 employers, and a 70-year history of delivering excellence in career-focused education. 

Gain the skills you need for career success, benefiting from placement/internship opportunities, visits from industry figures, and insights from our inspiring team of lecturers.

Our courses are highly tuned towards helping you realise your ambitions, whether you want to work for a major multinational or see yourself as a future entrepreneur.

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Hospitality management undergraduate courses

Hospitality management postgraduate courses

Jobs for hospitality management graduates

Our hospitality management courses will develop your hospitality skills and will prepare you for roles such as:

  • hotel manager
  • venue consultant
  • event manager
  • restaurant manager
  • accommodation manager
  • catering manager
  • conference centre manager
  • fast food restaurant manager.

By developing your management background in the context of hospitality, you will gain transferable skills to make you an appealing candidate for:

  • International hotels
  • UK hotel and leisure groups
  • Restaurant companies
  • Contract or licensed sectors
  • Independent hospitality or food businesses.
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Graduate employers

Recent graduates have found employment at organisations including:

  • Hilton Hotels
  • John Lewis
  • House of Commons
  • The Treasury
  • Jury’s Inn
  • Legoland
  • Heathrow Airport
  • Fuller's Brewery
  • Compass Group
  • Sofitel Hotels

Hospitality management FAQs

  • What do I need to study hospitality management at the University of West London?

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    Our entry requirements vary from course to course, so browse to the dedicated page for the course that interests you to find out exactly what you’ll need. If you do not have the grades or subjects needed at level 3, you may be interested in one of our four-year degree programmes, which include a foundation year to help you prepare for undergraduate-level work.

  • Why should I study a hospitality management course?

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    The hospitality industry is the third largest employer in the UK, and has grown faster than any other industry since the economic downturn.

    Hospitality is ideal for those looking to work in a dynamic, fast-moving industry where every day is different.

    Whether you see yourself working for a major national or international hospitality business or dream of starting your own company, you’ll be able to gain the knowledge and practical skills you need at the University of West London – the Career University.

  • What can I do after my hospitality management course?

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    Our students have gone on to work with a range of companies in a variety of roles including British Airways, Hilton and Legoland.

    Our graduates are now chief executives, senior managers, executive chefs, authors, advisers, consultants and lecturers in the industry. The industry offers exciting career opportunities in the UK and overseas, from boutique hotels to luxury yachts.

    To help you find the right career opportunities for you, from hotel management jobs to other hospitality industry jobs, you will have the support of the UWL careers service for life.

Facilities

Watch our video to see the hospitality management facilities at the University of West London.