Higher Diploma in Tourism, Hospitality and Events ManagementAwarded by: MDIS
Programme Aims and Objectives
The programme is designed to
- Provide a programme of study which is a unique combination of studies in tourism, hospitality and events management.
- Provide a sound knowledge base of concepts and skills in tourism and hospitality with special focus on creative and flexible work environment through intrapreneurship.
- Empower individuals to be more creative and flexible in their work environment.
- Prepare graduates for future management roles and to facilitate their understanding of the core areas of management as well as acquire knowledge to handle the dynamic travel, tourism and hospitality environment.
- Produce graduates who are technically competent, professional and well-respected in the tourism, hospitality and events sector.
- Provide participants with the route forward to develop their career within the tourism, hospitality and events sector.
- Emphasizes practical skills development through hands-on training at our on-campus hospitality training lab, Tropical Breeze, and through industrial attachment.
Industrial Attachment:
The purpose of industrial attachment is to provide students an opportunity to develop applied competence in hospitality/tourism/events management through structured on-the-job learning experiences in commercial and/or institutional establishments. It will enable students to synthesize the theoretical and analytical content within the practice environment of travel, tourism and hospitality. The internship develops the learners’ abilities to take responsibility for and demonstrate initiative for their own learning experience. Students will gain credit for the learning achieved as part of the placement activity and will reflect upon and learn from the experience.
Industrial Attachment Placement decision is based on solely at the employer’s discretion and, where applicable, is subjected to the approval of Training Work Permit (TWP) issued by Singapore Ministry of Manpower (MOM) (only applicable to International Students) or similar authority overseas. Students are expected to take responsibility for their learning and gain credit for their experiences during the placement. The decision regarding placement is primarily at the discretion of the employer, with certain conditions such as obtaining a Training Work Permit for international students in Singapore. The school may assist in sourcing internships, and if a student is unable to secure a placement, alternatives may be provided.
Once placed, students are expected to adhere to the rules and regulations of the organisation and complete the 6-month attachment. Premature dropout or termination based on disciplinary grounds may result in failure of the module and disciplinary inquiry by the school.
Awards
Students who have successfully completed all coursework and passed the examinations will be awarded the Higher Diploma in Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management awarded by MDIS.
Assessment Methods
Based on written examinations, assignments, presentation/projects.
Why MDIS School of Tourism and Hospitality
The MDIS School of Tourism and Hospitality prides itself on training today’s interns, for tomorrow’s practitioners. Partnering the University of Sunderland (UK) which is currently ranked 2nd in The Guardian University Guide 2019: League Table for Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism, the School offers programme specialisations in tourism, hospitality, and events management delivered by an experienced and qualified academic faculty.
A firm believer in grooming leading professionals of the future through active learning approaches, MDIS invested in a 1,400 sq ft hospitality training facility called ‘Tropical Breeze’ to equip students with current knowledge and skills in preparation for their future careers. Tropical Breeze offers students the opportunity to adopt specific skillsets from the latest Opera Property Management System used commonly in Front Office Operations, well-equipped bar and barista facilities and a mock-up guest room for housekeeping. Another platform to prepare them for the real-world is offered at the institution-owned café, Brew & Bites. Here, students are presented the opportunity to prepare light meals and beverages and develop their communication skills by engaging customers directly.
Apart from an active and industry relevant curriculum, students are also required to complete a 6-month internship at leading hotels, resorts, and attractions locally or overseas to ensure a real-world understanding of the complexities and demands of the hospitality and tourism sector.
Its academic rigour, strong practicum training, and internship placements indubitably develops extensive industry knowledge and critical professional competencies in positioning its graduates for long-term success.
Progression
Upon successful completion of this programme, students will gain entry to Bachelor of Science (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Top-up) awarded by the University of Sunderland, UK.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for careers in industry sectors such as hotels and resorts, cruise lines, restaurants, caterings, events, attractions, travel agencies, conventions, destination marketing and other tourism organisations.
Management of MICE Events
Digital Marketing for Tourism, Hospitality and Events
Human Resources Management for Tourism, Hospitality and Events
Service Quality Management and Intercultural Communication
Managerial Accounting for Tourism, Hospitality and Events
Information Technology & Artificial Intelligence
Sustainable Tourism Management
Research Methods in Tourism, Hospitality and Events
Accommodation Management and Practical
Food & Beverage Management and Practical
Internship
Workshops:
Academic Writing Harvard Referencing Critical Workshop
Creative and Critical Thinking at School
Values for Success
Food & Hygiene Workshop
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 40 (tutorial)
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Duration & Intakes
Full-time | ||
Duration | Commencement | Completion |
16 Months (Inclusive of 6 months internship) | February 2025 | June 2026 |
June 2025 | October 2026 | |
November 2025 | February 2027 |
Part-time | ||
Duration | Commencement | Completion |
18 Months | June 2025 | December 2026 |
Fees & Structure
Structure | Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) | Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) |
Full-time | S$8,502.00 | S$600.00 - S$1,000.00 |
Part-time |
Application fees: S$109.00
Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local:
- Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
- Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 17 and above and meet at least one of the following requirements:
Obtained at least a Grade 'E' at GCE 'A' Levels in any 2 subjects
OR
MDIS International Foundation Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management
OR
International applicants must have completed 12 years of formal education
OR
Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years relevant work experience)
OR
International Foundation Diploma in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art
OR
WSQ Diploma and Diploma from pathway programmes in tourism/ hospitality related discipline from other PEIs will be considered for advanced standing
OR
WSQ Diploma and Diploma from pathway programmes from other PEIs in non-related disciplines with minimum 2 years of relevant work experience will be considered for advanced standing
OR
Diploma from local polytechnics will be considered for advanced standing
Note: All applications are subject to MDIS approval.
English Language Requirements
At least a C6 pass for English (EL1) at GCE 'O' Level or equivalent
OR
A pass in MDIS English Entrance Test (EET)
OR
Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in the IELTS or equivalent
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English
OR
Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
OR
Online English Placement Test conducted by MDIS
OR
Achieve a minimum score of 95 and above in Duolingo English Test
Financial Assistance Scheme
Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services.
Study Loans
Organisation | Contact Number | Website |
TCC Limited | +65 - 6319 3700 | http://www.tcc.org.sg |
DBS Bank | 1800 111 1111 | http://www.dbs.com.sg |
Maybank | 1800 629 2265 | http://www.maybank2u.com.sg |
0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)
Organisation | Contact Number | Website |
Standard Chartered Bank | 1800 747 7000 | http://www.standardchartered.com.sg |
Maybank | 1800 968 2265 | http://www.maybank.com.sg |
UOB | 1800 226 6121 | http://www.uob.com.sg |
OCBC | 1800 363 3333 | http://www.ocbc.com.sg |
DBS | 1800 111 1111 | http://www.dbs.com |
POSB | 1800 339 6666 | http://www.posb.com.sg |
AMEX (Only 24 Months) | - | https://www.americanexpress.com/en-sg |
Duration & Intakes
Full-time | ||
Duration | Commencement | Completion |
16 Months (Inclusive of 6 months internship) | February 2025 | June 2026 |
June 2025 | October 2026 | |
November 2025 | February 2027 |
Fees & Structure
Structure | Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) | Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) |
Full-time | S$14,388.00 | S$1,130.00 - S$1,450.00 |
Application fees: S$490.50
Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local:
- Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
- Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
Entry Requirements
All applicants must be of age 17 and above and above and meet at least one of the following requirements:
Obtained at least a Grade 'E' at GCE 'A' Levels in any 2 subjects
OR
MDIS International Foundation Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management
OR
International applicants must have completed 12 years of formal education
OR
Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years relevant work experience)
OR
International Foundation Diploma in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art
OR
WSQ Diploma and Diploma from pathway programmes in tourism/ hospitality related discipline from other PEIs will be considered for advanced standing
OR
WSQ Diploma and Diploma from pathway programmes from other PEIs in non-related disciplines with minimum 2 years of relevant work experience will be considered for advanced standing
OR
Diploma from local polytechnics will be considered for advanced standing
Note: All applications are subject to MDIS approval.
English Language Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following English Language requirements:
At least a C6 pass for English (EL1) at GCE ‘O’ Levels or equivalent
OR
Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent
OR
A pass in MDIS English Entrance Test (EET)
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English
OR
Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
OR
Online English Placement Test conducted by MDIS
OR
Achieve a minimum score of 95 and above in Duolingo English Test
Student Pass Application
International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detailed information.
For any programme enquiries, please contact our friendly consultants:
Ms Nancy Kusuma | Mobile/WhatsApp: +65 9672 9699 | Email: nancy_kusuma@mdis.edu.sg
Ms Kate Gan | Mobile/WhatsApp: +65 8821 9729 | Email: kate_ganql@mdis.edu.sg
Ms Shila | Mobile/WhatsApp: +65 8893 6885 | Email: shila_alim@mdis.edu.sg
Quick Information
Course Duration
Full-time: 16 months (inclusive 6 month internship)
Part-time: 18 months
Mode of Delivery
Blended Learning
Award
HIGHER DIPLOMA
Commencement Dates
Full-time Programme
February 2025
June 2025
November 2025
Part-time Programme
June 2025
Contact Details
Local students:
+65 6247 9111
International students:
Main Hotline:
+65 6278 8000
+65 6796 7005
+65 6796 7009
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