- Program Length2 Years
- CredentialDiploma
The Hospitality Management Diploma Program
Students interested in the diploma must apply to the Bachelor of Hospitality Management. Prior to completion of their first year, students must indicate their interest in exiting with their Hospitality Management Diploma. Upon successful completion of the first two years (60 credits including co-operative work placements), students will be eligible to receive the Hospitality Management Diploma.
The two-year Hospitality Management diploma develops the learner's knowledge and skills required to build a successful hospitality career. The students acquire their hospitality knowledge through a blend of classroom learning, and experiential activities in an on-campus dining room, in teaching kitchens and participation in special events. Finally, students are required to complete two paid co-operative work placements where they apply their learning at resorts throughout British Columbia and Alberta.
This two year diploma program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of supervisory and management positions in the tourism industry. Students examine management from behavioural, functional, situational and systems perspectives. The unique applications of management to service organizations are a focal point of the program. Students are encouraged to explore and develop their individual leadership styles in the management labs offered in the program. Since the marketing concept forms the basis for developing management practices used in the tourism industry, the marketing/management relationship is studied in detail.
The primary role of the diploma is to prepare students initially for entry level positions and eventually middle management positions in the tourism industry.
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Year 1 – Fall Semester |
Credits |
|---|---|
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HOSP 101 - (Preparation for Co-op Education Placement I) |
1 |
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HOSP 110 - (Intro to Hospitality and Tourism) |
3 |
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HOSP 130 - (Lodging Organizations and Operations) |
3 |
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HOSP 161* - (Dining Room Operations) |
3 |
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HOSP 180 - (Principles of Services Management) |
3 |
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HOSP 185 - (Leadership Skills for Hospitality Professionals)* |
3 |
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Total Credits |
16 |
* Courses run September to April.
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Year 1 – Spring Semester |
Credits |
|---|---|
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HOSP 120 - (Accounting Principles) |
3 |
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ENGL 115 - (University Writing and Research) |
3 |
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HOSP 165 - (International Hospitality and Resort Operation) |
3 |
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HOSP 131 - (Property Management Systems) |
3 |
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HOSP 133 - (Beverage Theory) |
3 |
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Total Credits |
15 |
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Year 1 - Intersession |
Credits |
|---|---|
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HOSP 102 - (Cooperative Education Placement I) |
9 |
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Total Credits |
9 |
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Year 2 – Fall Semester |
Credits |
|---|---|
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HOSP 201 - (Preparation for Co-operative Education Placement II) |
1 |
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HOSP 215 - (Principles of Services Marketing) |
3 |
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HOSP 225 - (Financial Control Systems) |
3 |
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HOSP 240 - (Principles of Food Production) |
3 |
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HOSP 251* - (Dining Room Management) |
3 |
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HOSP 282 - (Human Resource Management) |
3 |
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Total Credits |
16 |
* Courses run September to April.
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Year 2 – Spring Semester |
Credits |
|---|---|
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HOSP 205 - (Hospitality Financial Management) |
3 |
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HOSP 241 - (Food Service Management) |
3 |
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HOSP 230 - (Law and Ethics) |
3 |
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ECON 100 - (Intro to Economics) |
3 |
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ENGL 204 - (Business and Technical Writing) (effective September 2012) or, |
3 |
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Total Credits |
15 |
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Year 2 – Intersession |
Credits |
|---|---|
|
HOSP 202 - (Cooperative Education Placement) |
9 |
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Total Credits |
9 |
Completion Requirements
To be awarded the diploma, students must pass all 100 and 200 level program courses with an overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of a "C+" or better, and perform satisfactorily in two (2) required cooperative education work placement activities.
Enrollment in this program is limited. Students who meet or exceed the minimum admission requirements may not be necessarily be admitted to the program.
- General admission requirements apply.
- English 12 with minimum “C+” grade or equivalent.
- A minimum "C+" grade in Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-calculus 10 or Workplace Mathematics 10 or equivalent.
Continuing Requirements/Minimum Sessional Grade Point Average
Students must maintain a minimum passing grade in all courses with an annual Grade Point Average (GPA) of "C+" or better in all non-elective courses.
Students who fail to maintain this standard will be placed on academic probation for the following academic year. If the standards are not attained during the probationary year, the student will be asked to withdraw from the program for a minimum period of one academic year. The student may apply for reinstatement after the withdrawal period, subject to available space.
Graduates of this program hold positions in hotels and resorts, golf and country clubs, restaurants, convention centres, ski resorts and large food service companies providing management services to hospitals, universities and airlines. Specific positions available to graduates in hotels and resorts may include rooms division manager, marketing manager, food and beverage manager and general manager. In convention centres, positions in convention planning, marketing and food and beverage management may be available. Golf and country clubs may offer positions in food and beverage management and club management.
Co-operative Education
Under the co-operative education format, the paid co-operative education experiences are integrated into the total curriculum. Students will benefit from the co-operative education experience by:
- relating academic study more effectively to the field of practice;
- developing a clearer career focus;
- gaining valuable practical experience;
- being able to finance a larger portion of their education.
Co-operative placements are typically from May to September. Access to co-operative education placements is based on student’s GPA (minimum of 2.33 (“C+”) is required) and their willingness to work as a team member with faculty and co-operative education staff to find appropriate placements. Students must complete the co-op term after first year, before continuing with the second year of the program.
Domestic Fees | International Fees
Domestic Fees
Tuition and Other Mandatory Student Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees for One Year |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (31 credits x $166.40 per credit) |
5,158.40 |
|
Student Activity fee (4% of tuition) |
206.34 |
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Student Services fee (31 credits x $7.35 per credit) |
227.85 |
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VIU Students' Union fee (12 months x $27.60 per month) |
331.20 |
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Co-op Fee ($722.68 per term) |
722.68 |
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Health and Dental Plan fee ($265.00 per year) |
265.00 |
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Approximate cost for books and supplies for one year |
900.00 |
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Total |
7,811.47 |
HOSP 120, HOSP 130, HOSP 133, HOSP 240, and HOSP 241 have an additional lab fee.
The VIUSU Health and Dental Plan fee is assessed for all students enrolled in 6 credits or more per term, or in Trades/Vocational programs of 5 months or longer.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice and are expected to increase by 2% each year on April 1.
International Fees
Tuition and Other Mandatory Student Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees for One Year |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (2 semesters x $11996.55 per semester) |
23,993.10 |
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Ancillary Fee (2 semesters x $463.40 per semester) |
926.80 |
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VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $27.60 per month) |
220.80 |
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Co-op Fee ($2399.31 per term) |
2,399.31 |
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Health and Dental Plan fee ($265.00 per year) |
265.00 |
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Approximate cost for books and supplies for one year |
900.00 |
|
Total |
28,705.01 |
Tuition in the above table is based on $776.48 per credit, up to a maximum of $10,870.72 per semester for 15 credits; $776.48 per credit beyond 15 credits. Ancillary Fees in the above table are based on $33.10 per credit, up to a maximum of $463.40 per semester for 15 credits; $33.10 per credit beyond 15 credits.
HOSP 120, HOSP 130, HOSP 133, HOSP 240, and HOSP 241 have an additional lab fee.
The VIUSU Health and Dental Plan fee is assessed for all students enrolled in 6 credits or more per term, or in Trades/Vocational programs of 5 months or longer.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice and are expected to increase by 2% each year on April 1.
UpdatedDomestic (Canadian)
| Program Start Date | Accepting Applications | ||
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
Oct 1, 2024 to Jul 15, 2025
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 2, 2025
Application Fee
$45.16
Accepting Late Applications
Yes
Admissions Assistant
Name: Elham Akhoundi Chair Contact
Name: Jean-Guy Robichaud Comments
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International
| Program Start Date | Accepting Applications | ||
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
Oct 1, 2024 to Jun 30, 2025
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 2, 2025
Accepting International Applications
Yes
Application Fee
$150.00
Accepting Late Applications
Yes
Waitlist
No
Testing Required
No
Chair Contact
Name: Jean-Guy Robichaud International Admissions Officer Contact
Name: Elham Akhoundi Comments
Students interested in the diploma must apply to the Bachelor of Hospitality Management. Prior to completion of their first year, students must indicate their interest in exiting with their Hospitality Management Diploma. Upon successful completion of the first two years (60 credits including co-operative work placements and fulfillment of diploma completion requirements), students will be eligible to receive the Hospitality Management Diploma. For prospective international applicants, please send your inquiries to WorldVIU@viu.ca. |
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Further information on this program can be found on the Department website.
Students interested in the diploma must apply to the Bachelor of Hospitality Management. Prior to completion of their first year, students must indicate their interest in exiting with their Hospitality Management Diploma. Upon successful completion of the first two years (60 credits including co-operative work placements and fulfillment of diploma completion requirements), students will be eligible to receive the Hospitality Management Diploma.