“Finishing the Hospitality Management and Leadership course equipped me with the practical skills, industry knowledge, and leadership confidence to manage teams and create exceptional guest experiences in a dynamic environment.”
BA (Hons) & Foundation Year
The BA (Hons) Hospitality Management and Leadership course equips students with a strong foundation in both hospitality and event management, blending theoretical insight with real-world application. Through a combination of classroom learning, group projects, guest lectures, and field trips, students build the critical, interpersonal, and strategic decision-making skills needed for leadership roles in the industry. With a focus on practical modules such as event management, finance, branding, and sustainability, the course prepares graduates to confidently navigate and lead within the fast-evolving hospitality sector.
Key Facts
BA (Hons) or Foundation Year Entry Degrees
Weekdays, evenings and/or weekends
London, Birmingham
October, February and June
The BA (Hons) Hospitality Management and Leadership programme is designed for students passionate about hospitality and events management. This course equips you with a well-rounded understanding of the industry, preparing you to lead with confidence in dynamic and customer-focused environments.
You will explore a wide range of industry-relevant modules including Event Venue and Promotional Management, Hospitality Finance in Market Context, and Hospitality Business Strategy and Decision Making. With an emphasis on theory and critical examination of real-world issues, students engage in class-based learning, individual and group projects, field trips, and interactive seminars to develop deeper industry insight.
The programme focuses on developing the interpersonal and professional skills required for effective hospitality leadership. Through research, strategic analysis, and management reports, students learn to make informed decisions at strategic, tactical, and operational levels. Emphasis is placed on understanding the challenges and expectations of modern business environments and fostering independent learning.
Combining digital learning resources, live creative event projects, and guest lectures from industry experts, the course provides practical experiences that mirror real-world hospitality scenarios. Modules such as Digital Marketing and Branding, and Sustainable Practices and Planning allow students to apply their learning to current trends, helping them become innovative, adaptable professionals ready to thrive in a global market.
“Finishing the Hospitality Management and Leadership course equipped me with the practical skills, industry knowledge, and leadership confidence to manage teams and create exceptional guest experiences in a dynamic environment.”
This module introduces students to essential principles in hospitality and events management, focusing on strategic decision-making, financial planning, and sustainable practices. Students will explore industry-relevant topics such as event venue and promotional management, hospitality finance, and digital marketing through lectures, field trips, group projects, and guest seminars. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, self-directed learning, and the development of key leadership and communication skills to prepare for managerial roles in the dynamic hospitality sector.
Introduction to Creative Business
English for Academic Purposes, Research & Study Skills
Visual Culture
Final Major Project
Introduction to Hospitality – Concepts and Practices
Global Hospitality Environment
Hospitality Marketing and Customer Experience
Leadership, and Entrepreneurship in Hospitality Industry
Hospitality Finance in Market Context
Managing People – Contemporary Issues and Challenges
Hospitality Business Strategy and Decision Making
Live Creative Events Project
Hospitality Research Project
Digital Marketing and Branding
Sustainable Practices and Planning
Personal Branding and Career Planning
At Central Core of Education, we make higher education accessible to everyone. Whether you have qualifications or not, we’re here to help you start your university journey.
Option 1
Have qualifications? You can start directly at Level 4, skipping the Foundation Year, and dive straight into core modules. This route fast-tracks your journey, helping you build advanced knowledge and leadership skills
Option 2
No qualifications? No problem. Start with our Foundation Year, designed to build your skills, confidence, and understanding of key business concepts. This route prepares you for success in the later stages of the degree and beyond
Not sure which entry route is right for you? Start a WhatsApp conversation with Central Core of Education today for personalized support and guidance.