The UK hospitality industry is thriving, with a growing demand for highly knowledgeable graduates to fulfill management functions across the sector. This course will help individuals to be innovative and forward-thinking, to manage complex businesses effectively, and to develop these businesses by thinking strategically. Students will develop their project management skills by devising, developing, and successfully implementing an array of hospitality events guided by industry professionals.
Leeds Beckett University’s philosophy is to inspire future hospitality leaders to transform practice, think critically, and have the confidence to implement innovative ideas. The faculty is passionate about hospitality and will provide students with the knowledge and skills to make effective business decisions. There will also be opportunities to put theory into practice and observe hospitality in action, with visits to local industry and the chance to work on live projects. These projects may include devising social media communication plans for restaurateurs, designing and developing an exceptional guest welcome, or creating a strategy for hoteliers and bars based on data and market insights on the latest trends in the sector – such as catering to millennials, an increased emphasis on health and wellbeing, sustainability, and a need for seamless technology.
Students could gain a year’s industry experience and boost their employability skills by choosing the sandwich option on this course. Leeds Beckett University is proud of its record of helping graduates find their ideal job – many meet their future employers for the first time through this course.
