Hospitality and Tourism Foundations

About this programme

The Hospitality and Tourism Foundations is an eight-month, two-semester certificate program that introduces students to the fundamentals of Hospitality Management while offering the flexibility to explore specialized career paths. In addition to completing core foundational courses, students have the opportunity to select elective courses tailored to their individual interests and career goals. Elective options will include options from the already established Hotel and Resort, Tourism or Flight Services diploma programs. This one-year certificate emphasizes experiential, hands-on learning through live labs, simulation technology, and small class sizes led by industry professionals. Students will also participate in field excursions, including day and overnight trips, providing practical experience in real-world settings. Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/academic-regulations/ Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission; refer to the Credit for Prior Learning website for details: www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/ All Georgian College students are required to bring their own device (BYOD) that meets the technology requirements for the