Diploma of Technology in Hospitality and Tourism Management (Hotel Catering Innovation and Entrepreneurship)

This Diploma of Technology in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Tamale Technical University focuses on hotel catering innovation and entrepreneurship. It prepares you for the business side of hospitality, where you will learn how to manage hotels, restaurants, and tourism services while developing skills to start and grow your own catering or hospitality venture.

What this kind of programme covers

Programmes of this kind usually combine business management with hospitality operations. You will likely study subjects like customer service, food and beverage management, accommodation services, tourism marketing, and basic accounting. Because this programme focuses on hotel catering innovation and entrepreneurship, it also gives you the mindset and tools to identify business opportunities, design new catering concepts, and manage a small enterprise in the hospitality industry.

How hard it is to get a place

This programme is less competitive than many other tertiary options, which means more students who apply are likely to gain admission. However, that does not mean there are no requirements. You will still need to meet the university's published entry criteria, so check with Tamale Technical University to confirm that your WASSCE grades and subject choices make you eligible.

Where the diploma can take you

Graduates of hospitality and tourism programmes typically find work in hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, event companies, and tourist attractions. With the innovation and entrepreneurship focus, you can also start your own catering business, run a food truck, or develop a tourism experience. The diploma gives you practical skills for management and business, so you are not limited to one job title.