SIT50422 - Diploma of Hospitality Management
Qualification: SIT50422 - Diploma of Hospitality Management
Qualification CRICOS Code: 114189A
Entry Requirement:
There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Datum College requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6.0 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Datum College is able to provide.
- Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
- Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
- Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.
Please Note:All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Datum College to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Datum College
Recommendation:It is highly recommended that student should have successfully completed SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and/or SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management prior commencing this course, although this is not a mandatory entry requirement.
Students must complete their practicals in the Datum College’s kitchen facilities (nominated kitchen) or as advised otherwise.
We are fully committed to remain transparent on the mode of delivery, resources available to students, methods of assessment and how assessment in simulated environment will be managed. We ensure that:
- Students are treated fairly and reasonably.
- Any adjustments to courses are transparent and communicated clearly to students.
All adjustments to course delivery, the process for informing and seeking students’ consent, and information relevant to individual students is documented and retained.
Total Core Units: 11
Total Electives Units: 17
Mode of Delivery: Face to face (blended)
Work placement: 240 hours
Kitchen Address:
Melbourne : 11 – 17 Jeffcott Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003
Sydney : Unit 19, 30 – 32 Beaconsfield Street, Alexandria NSW 2015
Location of course:
Melbourne : 11 – 17 Jeffcott Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003
289 – 293 Barkly Street, Footscray VIC 3011
Sydney : Level 4, 579 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007
Course Fees:
Total Course Fee: AUD 26,000
Tuition Fee: AUD 24,000
Material Fee: AUD 1,750
Application Fee: AUD 250 (non-refundable)
Total Course Duration: 104 weeks, including 88 study weeks and 16 weeks of holidays.
(Application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Please refer to Datum College’s refund policy and procedure for further details)
** The course duration is reduced to 6 months after student has successfully completed SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery from Datum College. The tuition fees payable would be adjusted proportionally**
Pathways:
Once students have successfully completed SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management, they can apply for jobs within the marketing industry which can include chefs at restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafés, and/or coffee shops.
The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
- SIT60222 Advanced Diploma of Event Management
- or any other Diploma or Advanced Diploma level qualification within the SIT Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Training Package or any other accredited course at Advanced Diploma level.
Course Structure:
A total of 28 Units (11 Core and 17 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 28 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.
| Code | Title | Core/ Elective |
| SITXCCS015 | Enhance customer service experiences | Core |
| SITXCCS016 | Develop and manage quality customer service practices | Core |
| SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | Core |
| SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | Core |
| SITXFIN010 | Prepare and monitor budgets | Core |
| SITXGLC002 | Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law | Core |
| SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | Core |
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | Core |
| SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | Core |
| SITXMGT005 | Establish and conduct business relationships | Core |
| SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | Core |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | Elective |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | Elective |
| SITHCCC023* | Use food preparation equipment | Elective |
| SITHCCC025* | Prepare and present sandwiches | Elective |
| SITHCCC027* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | Elective |
| SITHCCC028* | Prepare appetisers and salads | Elective |
| SITHCCC029* | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | Elective |
| SITHCCC030* | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC031* | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC035* | Prepare poultry dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC036* | Prepare meat dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC037* | Prepare seafood dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC038* | Produce and serve food for buffets | Elective |
| SITHCCC040* | Prepare and serve cheese | Elective |
| SITHCCC041* | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | Elective |
| SITHCCC042* | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | Elective |
| SITHCCC043* | Work effectively as a cook | Elective |
*Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites. Refer to individual units for details.
Assessment Methodology
Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Report writing
- Role plays/observations
- Kitchen based demonstration.
- Work placement
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
Facilities and Resources
Reference Textbooks:
- Math for the Professional Kitchen, The Culinary Institute of America, Laura Dreesen, Michael Nothnagel, Susan Wysocki
- The Professional Chef,9th Edition, The Culinary Institute of America
- The Book of Yields,8th edition, Francis T. Lynch
Further Information
For all further details, please refer to International Student Handbook available on www.datum.edu.au for all related policies and procedures and other important information related to international students including living cost, life and study in Melbourne, etc.
Please contact the Administration Manager at admin@datum.edu.au or at +61 (3) 9958 6666 for further information.

