Diploma in Tourism Management
The qualifying learner will be competent in consistently using a variety of technical, managerial and personal skills and strategies in the everyday running of a tourism enterprise. The successful learner will have developed a sound foundation for progression into management and industry leadership positions, and to exploit entrepreneurial opportunities.
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Qualification type
Diploma (Min 360)
Credits
360
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Nelson Mandela University
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 11 - Services
Subfield
Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2024-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2033-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
The qualifying learner will be competent in consistently using a variety of technical, managerial and personal skills and strategies in the everyday running of a tourism enterprise. The successful learner will have developed a sound foundation for progression into management and industry leadership positions, and to exploit entrepreneurial opportunities.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Access may be granted, through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), to learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements.
Entry Requirements
- A qualification in Tourism Management, Level 5.
- National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies Senior Certificate, Level 4 with Matriculation exemption.
- Senior Certificate, Level 4 with Matriculation Exemption.
- National Certificate Vocation, Level 4 with a relevant specialisation, granting access to Diploma studies.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
- Perform the functions required of a tourism manager and directed at developing and promoting tourism in a changing environment and niche markets.
- Gather and analyse tourism information to address the management needs of industry.
- Perform appropriate practical skills and expertise in a professional service component of the tourism industry.
- Perform the necessary technical and operational tasks in a tourism enterprise.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1
- Implement sustainable tourism planning strategies at national, provincial, regional and local level.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2
- Create a detailed business plan for a tourism enterprise.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3
- Organise an event and conference.
- Formulate detailed itineraries to this area.
- Calculate advanced international airfares and air tickets.
- Conduct tours in local regions and environments.
- Develop and present a personal portfolio for finding a co-operative education position in the tourism industry.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4
- Produce a critical report on own experience and competencies acquired in co-operative education situation.
Integrated Assessment
The learner's ability to integrate the elements of the programme is assessed through case studies, projects, presentations, portfolios, tests and formal examinations.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Horizontal Articulation
- Diploma in Adventure Tourism Management, Level 6.
- Diploma in Ecotourism Management, Level 6.
- Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management, Level 6.
- Diploma: Tourism Management and Public Relations, Level 6.
Vertical Articulation
- Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management, Level 7.
- Bachelor of Arts in Tourism, Level 7.
- Bachelor of Commerce in Tourism Management, Level 7.
- Bachelor of Tourism Development and Management, Level 7.
Providers currently listed
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