Executive Diploma in Cruise Management

This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in the hospitality & F&B operations part of a cruise, as well as providing an essential understanding of elements relating to life and work on a cruise ship. Students will be introduced to the wider world of the cruise industry, its history, players, customers, regulations, concerns such as safety, security, professionalism etc.
The course, headed by an experienced and accomplished professional in hospitality operations on cruise ships will also include guest lectures by cruise industry professionals and student visits to cruise ships in order to ensure an engaging delivery of the latest knowledge and issues in this exciting field.
After completing six months' study, you will be given the opportunity to gain insight and confidence in the hospitality industry by completing a period of industry placement at an international brand restaurants or 5-star hotel. This placement is an important element of the course and will enable you to put the theoretical knowledge and skills you have gained during your studies into professional practice.
This Executive Diploma is awarded by AHTA in collaboration with UUM(STHEM).
Course Duration: 1 year (6 months internship)

Course Module
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Hospitality in English
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Personal Development
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Introduction to Hospitality Industry
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Introduction to Cruise Operation Management
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Fundamental of Nautical
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Introduction to Information System
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Food & Beverage Operation
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Conventional & Even Management
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Hospitality Marketing
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Housekeeping Operation
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Introduction to Environmental Policy & Planning
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Marine Occupational Safety
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Front Office Operation
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Hospitality Environmental Management
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Human Resource Management
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Introduction to Recreational Tourism
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Western Food Production
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Industrial Placement
Entry Requirement:
18 years and above
SPM / UEC / STPM / Diploma (Higher Qualification is an added advantage)
Good comprehensive English
Career Pathway
Career prospects for students from this program are excellent. As the course covers a wide range of cruise operation subjects, graduates are given opportunities to enter the cruise industry.