Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | Master of Applied Hospitality Management | |
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Qualification Type | Masters Degree | |
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Level | 9 | |
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Credits | 180 | |
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
The Master of Hospitality Management Applied at Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand is aimed to equip
graduates with advanced knowledge, skills, and expertise in hospitality management, empowering them to create, own, and lead world-class businesses. The programme is termed 'applied' as it encompasses 'real world' practical experience essential for success in the dynamic and competitive hospitality industry, including the application of key aspects of te ao Māori that will enable graduates to work successfully senior leadership roles both within New Zealand's hospitality landscape and overseas. This programme is aimed and offers an elevated level of study for both hospitality graduates and mid-level professionals from New Zealand and abroad. |
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Graduate profile |
Graduates of the MHMA programme will have the knowledge, skills and capabilities to make highly effective contributions to hospitality business practice in both domestic and international organisation contexts. A Graduate of the Master of Hospitality Management Applied programme will be able to: 1. Evaluate and apply highly specialised knowledge and skills to the field of hospitality management. 2. Research, analyse and generate solutions to complex and sometimes unpredictable hospitality management current and emerging problems. 3. Establish and maintain an inclusive workplace culture of ethical and cultural integrity within a hospitality management context. 4. Demonstrate advanced leadership skills and risk management techniques within a hospitality setting.
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Education pathways |
Graduates who wish to pursue further study can seek admission to professional doctoral
programmes in New Zealand or overseas. |
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Entry Requirements |
Academic
General Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet the following requirements: * Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in business, management or a related hospitality area, with at least a B- grade average at level 7 (or higher). * LCBNZ Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality Management (joint application with this programme) * Degrees in other disciplines may be considered if the applicant has at least three years' relevant hospitality experience at a supervisory level, or equivalent. English Language (for international students) The minimum entry requirement for international students is IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 (or equivalent). Special Entry An applicant who does not meet all entry requirements may be granted entry where the Head of School is satisfied the applicant is capable of undertaking the programme. |
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Education Organisation | Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand Institute Limited Partnership | |
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Developed By | Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand Institute Limited Partnership | |
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |
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Number | 5276 | |
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Status | Current | |
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Created | 2025-03-11 10:28:07.0 | |
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Next Review | 2028-03-11 00:00:00.0 | |
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Content |
People, Leadership and Culture, Managing Hospitality in the International Context, Hospitality Managerial Finance, Entrepreneurship in Hospitality, Research Methods, Strategic Pricing and Customer Management, Risk Management, Food and Beverage Supply Chain Management, Applied Hospitality Management Project.
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