Certificate - SUSPENDED-Program transferred to Olds College

1 year

Main Campus | Donald School of Business

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Tourism, both in Canada and around the world is predicted to maintain a rapid pace of growth. This translates into continued demand for program graduates and increased opportunities for advancement within the Hospitality & Tourism industry. There are opportunities for professionally trained personnel in all areas of this "people business." RDC and the hospitality industry have formed a partnership that benefits the student and the industry. Both partners contribute to all aspects of the program, from development to accreditation.

The program offers a one-year certificate and a two-year diploma in two areas of specialization:

1. Accommodation and Marketing Management
2. Food and Beverage Management

The certificate is designed to give the student the basic skills and knowledge required for entry-level and supervisory positions. The diploma is designed to prepare the student for management positions.

One of the biggest benefits to graduates is the diversity of careers available, whether close to home or around the world. RDC graduates have chosen careers such as Front Office Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, Restaurant Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Human Resources Manager, Event Coordinator and Entrepreneur.

Our graduates have earned positions with major hotel, food service and tourism operations throughout Canada and the World. Hong Kong, Great Britain, Switzerland, Mexico, Australia, the Cayman Islands and the United States are a few countries where our graduates have chosen to work.

The Hospitality and Tourism Program may provide graduates with advanced standing in various university degree programs:

• University of New Brunswick (Saint John)
• Bachelor of Applied Management in Hospitality and Tourism
• University of Lethbridge
• Bachelor of Management
• Athabasca University
• Bachelor of Administration
• Bachelor of Professional Arts, Communication Studies Major
• University of Calgary
• Bachelor of Hotel and Resort Management
• Malaspina University College
• Bachelor of Tourism Management
• Royal Roads University Bachelor of Arts in International Hotel Management

Please contact the Chairperson for further information.

1. High School Diploma

OR

2. General Equivalency Diploma

OR

3. Mature Student

You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least one full year before the program starts, AND obtain a satisfactory mark (score of 50% or greater) on a test of basic English and Math administered by the College and a score of 2 or higher on a writing sample.

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency.

Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, some practicum agencies and field placements may require a Police Information Check of students working in their organizations. Information about obtaining a Police Information Check will be provided to students after they have been admitted to the program. Prospective students who have a criminal record should discuss the matter with the department Chair prior to applying for admission.

A student must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to graduate from the certificate or diploma program.

Accomodation and Marketing Management

Fall and Winter terms
COMM 140 Fundamentals of Workplace Communications
HOSP 203 Front Office Procedures
HOSP 204 Guest Room Management
HOSP 206 Hospitality Marketing
HOSP 208 Hospitality Sales and Advertising
HOSP 213 Computers
HOSP 215 Food Safety and SanitationManagement
HOSP 220 Basic Food Preparation
HOSP 221 Basic Dining Room Service
HOSP 233 Quality Service Integration
HOSP 240 Hospitality Human Resource Management
HOSP 241 Strategic Career Development I
HOSP 243 Workplace Safety and Responsibility
HOSP 244 Introduction to HospitalityServices and Facilities
HOSP 313 Advanced Computers for Hospitality

Spring Term
WKEP 230 1st Year Field Work

Food and Beverage Management Certificate

Fall and Winter Terms
COMM 140 Fundamentals of Workplace Communications
HOSP 206 Hospitality Marketing
HOSP 208 Hospitality Sales and Advertising
HOSP 213 Computers
HOSP 215 Food Safety and Sanitation Management
HOSP 220 Basic Food Preparation
HOSP 221 Basic Dining Room Service
HOSP 228 Bar and Beverage Management
HOSP 230 Introduction to Wine
HOSP 233 Quality Service Integration
HOSP 239 Food Purchasing and Production Hospitality
HOSP 240 Human Resource Management
HOSP 241 Strategic Career Development I
HOSP 243 Workplace Safety and Responsibility
HOSP 244 Introduction to Hospitality Services and Facilities

Spring Term
WKEP 230 1st Year Field Work

Field Work placements will require the student to pay for living expenses and have proper attire for the workplace.

Students participating in Food and Beverage Labs are required to provide their own uniforms and proper footwear.