HNC Hospitality Management Course in Nottingham

Cost£8,250.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

HNC Hospitality Management Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College City Hub, full-time during the day.

The course covers how the hospitality industry works, from day-to-day operations to wider business strategy. You'll look at UK, European, and international hospitality markets. There is a strong focus on employability skills and business thinking. The course runs for one year.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate in Hospitality Management.

Who this course is for

This Level 4 Higher National Certificate course offers a broad introduction to the dynamic and exciting world of global hospitality. Students will learn about operational practice as well as the strategic development of the UK, European and international hospitality industries.

Whether you are new to hospitality or have relevant previous experience and want to widen your horizons, this highly-regarded qualification could enhance your future career prospects.

Students will be encouraged to gain knowledge and understanding of the broad aspects of Hospitality Management.

There will be a strong emphasis on employability skills and the underpinning knowledge essential for students with entrepreneurial, employment or academic aspirations.

Programme content is designed to be appropriate for entry into or progression within the international hospitality sector and enables students to progress onto higher study at Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) or the final year of a BA (Hons) degree.

Nottingham College is proud to have been awarded the Teaching Excellence Framework Bronze Award for high quality student experience and outcomes.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Language and Maths passes at Grades 9 to 4 (previously A* to C) are required. As an equivalent, we expect applicants to be working at (or to demonstrate competency at) Level 2 or above in English/literacy and Maths/numeracy.

Applicants must have a minimum of 48 UCAS points from:

At least two A Levels at A2 BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma International Baccalaureate Access to HE Diploma T levels

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how hospitality businesses operate day to day.
  • You'll study the strategic development of the UK and international hospitality industries.
  • You'll develop employability skills valued by hospitality employers.
  • You'll build knowledge of entrepreneurship and business management in hospitality.
  • You'll examine customer service and guest experience standards.
  • You'll learn about food and beverage operations within hospitality settings.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Nottingham College City Hub. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, group work, and practical tasks. Assessment is through assignments and projects rather than traditional exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the year that demonstrates your knowledge and skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College City Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hospitality manager, oversees operations across a hotel or venue.
  • Hotel manager, leads teams and manages the guest experience.
  • Restaurant manager, runs front-of-house and back-of-house operations.
  • Hospitality supervisor, coordinates staff and daily service.
  • Events coordinator, plans and delivers hospitality events.
  • Food and beverage manager, manages dining services within a venue.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5), the natural next step after this HNC, deepening your management knowledge.
  • A full Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality or Hotel Management, for those aiming for senior leadership roles.
  • Chartered Management Institute qualifications, useful if you want to move into broader business management.

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