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Tourism and Hospitality Management
About Us The Organisation for Tourism and Hospitality Management (OTHM) is a UK based Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). OTHM has a network of numerous delivery centres globally to delivery its qualifications.
OTHM Main Objectives: To deliver best quality qualifications and excellent service to the learners To support the people who work in the tourism and hospitality industry To act as a forum for the discussion of issues relevant to the industry To promote professionalism in the industry To promote ethical practice and environmental awareness in the industry
QUALITY, STANDARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OTHM is Approved and Regulated by Ofqual
OTHM is a Full Member of the Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB)
Ofqual is responsible for maintaining standards and confidence in qualifications. Ofqual looks after GCSEs and A levels in England, and a wide range of vocational qualifications both in England and Northern Ireland. Ofqual also regulates the National Curriculum Assessments in England.
FAB is the trade association for vocational awarding bodies in the UK which represents the interests of over 110 awarding bodies by liaising with key stakeholders, including the regulators, government departments and funding agencies. FAB also provides information, advice and guidance to its members to support them in providing high quality and valued vocational qualifications.
OTHM Key Partner: London South Bank University
Global Partner: The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI)
London South Bank University (LSBU) is the original academic partner of OTHM; supporting and advising OTHM on the structure of its qualifications. Majority of our graduates also join London South Bank University to pursue Degree and Masters / Top-up programmes.
The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) and The Organisation for Tourism and Hospitality Management (OTHM) become a global partner to work together to provide working hospitality professionals with education and training that meet the needs of the industry with a variety of hospitality solutions, including online learning, professional certification, and resources for high schools, colleges, and workforce agencies.
Recognition by UK Universities
AHLEI was founded in 1953 which is the global leader in hospitality training and hotel management certifications and offers online learning and courses with textbooks and digital material to enhance the hospitality learning experience. AHLEI’s programs are all recognized by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) and conform to the best practices in the hotel and lodging industry.
>> London South Bank University - Key Partner >> University of West London - formerly known as Thames Valley University >> University of Salford >> University of Huddersfield >> University of Sunderland - London Campus Visit www.othm.org.uk for an updated list.
OTHM QualiďŹ cations Standalon courses
Diploma Qualifcations
OTHM Level 3 Award in Tourism and Hospitality Management (QCF)
OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (QCF)
OTHM Level 4 Award in Conferences and Events Operations (QCF)
OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management with work placement (QCF)
OTHM Level 4 Award in Maintaining Sustainable Tourism and the Eco-Management of Destinations (QCF)
OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (QCF)
OTHM Level 4 Award in Managing Food and Beverage (QCF) OTHM Level 4 Award in Managing the Front OďŹƒce (QCF) OTHM Level 4 Award in Tourism Geography and Tour Management (QCF)
OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management with work placement (QCF) OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (QCF) OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management with Work Placement (QCF) OTHM Level 6 Extended Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (QCF) OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (QCF)
PROGRESSION ROUTES OTHM qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and graduates are welcomed by many UK universities to join their final year Bachelor’s and top up/ Master’s degree courses. Final Year BA (Hons) in Tourism and Hospitality at London South Bank University (LSBU) London South Bank University allow holders of the OTHM Level 6 Diploma to have direct entry to the final year BA (Hons) in Tourism and Hospitality.
OTHM Qualification Title
LSBU Point of Entry
OTHM Level 4 Diploma with less than 3 Merits
Entry onto 1st Year of BA (Hons) THLM (Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Management)
OTHM Level 4 Diploma with 3 Merits or better
Entry onto 2nd Year of BA (Hons) THLM (Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Management)
OTHM Level 5 Diploma with less than 3 Merits
Entry onto 2nd Year of BA (Hons) THLM (Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Management)
OTHM Level 5 Diploma with3 Merits or better
Entry onto 3rd Year of BA (Hons) THLM (Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Management)
Level 6 Diploma with less than 3 Merits
Entry onto 3rd Year of BA (Hons) THLM (Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Management)
Level 6 Diploma with 3 Merits or better
Entry onto MSc ITHM (International Tourism and Hospitality Management)
Level 7 Diploma with less than 3 Merits
Entry onto MSc ITHM (International Tourism and Hospitality Management)
Level 7 Diploma with 3 Merits or better
Entry onto MSc ITHM / Top-up (International Tourism and Hospitality Management)
Note: Numbers of students entering the BA THLM, MSc ITHM or the MSc ITHM Top-Up will be limited by the capacity of these degrees to accept students onto the appropriate levels. The final decision lies with the Course Director for each programme at LSBU. MSc International Tourism Marketing at London South Bank University Students who have successfully completed OTHM Level 6 Diploma and who have two years management experience in the tourism and hospitality industry are eligible to apply for entry to MSc International Tourism Marketing at London South Bank University. MSc in Tourism and Hospitality (Top Up) at University of Sunderland London Campus University of Sunderland London Campus are happy to accept students with OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (QCF) for admission onto MSc in Tourism and Hospitality (Top Up).
MAPPING BETWEEN UK AND IRISH FRAMEWORKS WITH EUROPEAN QUALIFICATIONS FRAMEWORKS The referencing of the levels in the UK frameworks to EQF, NFQ, QCF, CQFW, SCQF, EHEA (Bologna) is illustrated in the following table:
EQF
NFQ
QCF
CQFW
SCQF
EHEA (Bologna)
8
10
8
8
12
3rd Cycle
7
9
7
7
11
2nd Cycle
6
8/7
6
6
10/9
1st Cycle
5
6
5/4
5/4
8/7
Short Cycle
4
5
3
3
6
3
4
2
2
5
2
3
1
1
4
1
2/1
E3
E3
3
E2
E2
2
E1
E1
1
EQF NFQ QCF CQFW SCQF EHEA
European Qualifications Framework Irish National Framework of Qualifications Qualifications Credit Framework Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework European Higher Education Area
Professional Membership Membership Levels Affiliate
Available to individuals undertaking an OTHM diploma or equivalent qualification in Travel, Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Management; from a recognised institution.
Associate (AOTHM)*
An OTHM Level 6 diploma or an equivalent recognised qualification or degree; Provide appropriate industry experience in an entry level or supervisory management position within the Travel, Tourism and Hospitality industry; Have shown evidence of an ongoing commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Full Member (MOTHM)*
Have achieved an OTHM Level 7 diploma or an equivalent recognised diploma or postgraduate qualification; Provide appropriate industry experience in a management or senior management position directly concerned with the Travel, Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Management; Have shown evidence of an ongoing commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Fellow (FOTHM)* * Confers designatory letters upon an individual All membership levels are referred to the Award Board for confirmation
By invitation only.
"Through OTHM’s exceptional mentoring, I have learned a lot about the Tourism and Hospitality industry. The modules are up-to-date and real-life based which will surely give me an edge as soon as I graduate. More importantly, OTHM recognises and advocates professionalism, ethics and environment awareness as core principles for the industry." Nova Kudan, Philippines
"The modules are of a senior management level which helped to boost an individual’s leadership skills. Having won an award in the Strategic Human Resource Management module it has practically enhanced my confidence in managing people at work; since I worked as an assistant manager in night front office operations for Marriott International Hotels. This has further strengthened my self-belief and has eventually provided me with a strong base to achieve my academic vision which will see me as an MBA graduate."
"The OTHM course is ideal for students like me who aspire to be managers in the Tourism and Hospitality trade, as its subjects cover all these areas. This gives us the opportunity to link basic management theories to our chosen trade, giving us an edge in the workplace. Apart from this, OTHM is being promoted internationally, which means that the Tourism/Hospitality trade worldwide is becoming more aware of the high standards of OTHM qualifications." Antoinette Karunaratne, Sri Lanka
Leon Corriea, India
"Not only has OTHM helped me to aspire higher academically, it has also opened doors for working in the industry. At the moment I have landed a job of my dreams working for a world recognised brand, The Hilton Hotel Group. My college who have provided an excellent atmosphere for achieving my academic dreams and for offering support in my endeavours. My target is to achieve the highest position in this industry." Eva Ikoluot, Tanzania
CONTACT OTHM APPROVED DELIVER CENTRE INSTITUTE OF TOURISM AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT (ITHM)
THE ORGANISATION FOR TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (OTHM)
House - 320, Road - 8A (New) / 15 (Old) Dhanmondi R/A, Dhaka -1209 Bangladesh
6 Mitre Passage Greenwich Peninsula London SE10 0ER United Kingdom
+88 02 9127551, 9130338, 8155772 info@ithm.com.bd www.ithm.com.bd
+44 (0)20 7118 4243 info@othm.org.uk www.othm.org.uk