SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY STUDIES
Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism
Duration: 3 semesters (full-time study)
Programme Overview: The programme is a partnership between the UCCI and the Cayman Islands Government through the Department of Tourism to prepare Caymanians with Hospitality and Tourism related Education, Training, Certification and Career guidance for the long-term hospitality success and industry leadership.
USPs (Unique Selling Points):
Exposure to the World of Work through Job Placement
Exposure to the principles, techniques and ideas involved in Hospitality Sector in the key areas of: Food Preparation and Cooking, Food & Beverage Services and Reception Services.
Employable on completion of programme
Exposure to the various Tourism Partners
Transfer of Credits to the Associate Degree Programme in Hospitality Management
Career Pathways:
Front Office Clerk
Receptionist
Food & Beverage Server/Supervisor
Barista
Host/Hostess
Food Prep Assistant
Trainee Chef
Reservations Clerk
Research / Internships Opportunities:
UCCI Work-Based Learning Opportunities,
Internship with local business to expose students to Hospitality and Tourism Industry
Outreach & Impact:
Students get to participate in Industry Showcases
Compete in local, regional, and international competitions
Associated Accrediting Body:
UCCI/Industry Recognized certificate in Hospitality and Tourism
City & Guilds Diploma for the Specialized area of study
(Related UCCI Programmes):
On completion of the current programme students can matriculate to:
Associate Degree Programme in Applied Science in Hospitality Management
Associate of Applied Science in Hospitality
Duration: 6 semesters (full-time study)
Programme Overview: The programme is designed to prepare students for a successful and rewarding career in the Hospitality Industry. Students develop skills that would assist them to function effective in the hospitality sector in the areas of administration, accounting, human resources, marketing, and operations.
USPs (Unique Selling Points):
Exposure to the world of work through job placement
Exposure to the principles, techniques and ideas involved in Hospitality Sector in the key areas: legal and illegal practices of the workplace, costing methods for maximum profitability, decision-making and key marketing principles related to hotel and restaurant businesses.
Employable on completion of programme
Transfer of Credits to Universities like Johnson and Wales for continued studies at the degree level.
Career Pathways:
Leisure and Travel Coordinator
Event Planner
Tour Coordinator/Guide
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Front Office Supervisor
Junior Hotel Accountant
Marketing Coordinator
Research / Internship Opportunities:
UCCI Work-Based Learning Opportunities,
Internship with local business to expose students to Hospitality and Tourism Industry
Outreach & Impact:
Students get to participate in Industry Showcases
Compete in local, regional, and international competitions
