Blue Mountains Academy · Australian Qualification Pathway

AQF Diploma of Hospitality Management

Take the next step towards a management career in the global hospitality industry with an internationally recognised Australian diploma.

2 Years Complete study pathway
AQF Diploma Australian qualification
Malaysia Study at BMA
Discover the programme
01
Qualification

Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma

02
Delivery

Approved Australian Training Partner

03
Location

Blue Mountains Academy, Malaysia

Course Overview

Move from practical hospitality skills into leadership.

The AQF Diploma of Hospitality Management is designed for students who wish to develop advanced operational, leadership and business management skills for hotels, resorts, restaurants, cafés and other hospitality businesses.

Delivered in Malaysia by BMA’s Australian training partner, the 12-month diploma component combines practical learning with industry-focused management training, preparing graduates for supervisory and management positions within the hospitality sector.

This qualification also provides an excellent pathway towards further higher education studies in hospitality and business.

Operational Management People Leadership Business Skills Customer Experience
Modern hospitality restaurant interior
Industry Focus Hotels · Resorts · Restaurants · Cafés

Build the confidence to supervise teams, manage operations and contribute to hospitality business performance.

What You Will Develop

A broader view of hospitality management.

The programme connects guest experience and day-to-day operations with the leadership, financial and compliance skills required in supervisory and management roles.

01

Lead People

Support teams, organise staffing, manage workplace relationships and create productive service environments.

02

Manage Operations

Monitor service delivery, coordinate resources and maintain consistent operational standards.

03

Understand Business

Work with budgets, financial controls, legal obligations and commercial business relationships.

04

Shape Guest Experience

Develop quality service practices and respond professionally to customer needs, challenges and conflict.

Progression Pathway

One practical certificate. One Australian diploma. One complete pathway.

Students completing either BMA hospitality certificate may continue with an additional 12 months to achieve the AQF Diploma of Hospitality Management.

Total Pathway 24 Months

Gain practical hospitality skills first, then progress into an internationally recognised Australian diploma.

Restaurant hospitality service environment
Career-ready management skills From guest service to business operations
Career Opportunities

Prepare for supervisory and management roles.

Graduates may pursue opportunities across hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, food and beverage operations and independent hospitality businesses.

01Hotel Supervisor
02Front Office Manager
03Restaurant Manager
04Food & Beverage Manager
05Events Coordinator
06Hospitality Operations Manager
07Resort Supervisor
08Hospitality Business Owner
Sample AQF Diploma Units

Explore the management subjects.

Select a subject to view how it contributes to professional hospitality management.

Important

Units may vary depending on the Australian training partner and current AQF training package requirements. Refer to the final programme documentation and Training.gov.au for confirmed unit information.

Study in Malaysia

Build international qualifications closer to home.

Study at Blue Mountains Academy in Malaysia while following a progression route delivered through an approved Australian training partner.

Practical, industry-focused learning
Leadership and operational development
Australian qualification pathway
Further-study progression potential
Students working together
Professional team collaboration
Begin Your Pathway

Ready to move towards hospitality management?

Speak with the Blue Mountains Academy team about programme availability, entry requirements, intakes and progression options.