International Hotel and Hospitality Management

About this course

A four-year business degree in running hotels and hospitality businesses. It is described as the first hotel management degree in Ireland.

How long

4 years

What you study

First year covers the hotel and tourism industry, business basics, digital skills, social media, events and public relations, with a language option. Later you study subjects like financial accounting and marketing. You also learn through practical and academic teaching, and fourth years can compete in a national management games competition.

Placement and abroad

You do a twelve-week placement in an Irish hotel after first year. After second year you do a thirty-week placement, which Irish and EU students do outside Ireland, and you complete a project on it.

Where it can lead

Graduates go into management careers in the sector, and many reach senior roles worldwide.

Who it suits

Suits students who like people and service, are happy to move and work abroad, and want to build management skills through real jobs.

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