International Foundation Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management

Programme Objectives 

The International Foundation Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management at MDIS is designed to equip aspiring professionals with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful career in the dynamic sectors of travel, tourism and hospitality. The programme emphasises hands-on learning, facilitated by field trips and practicum opportunities in a realistic hotel setting at the campus's own Hospitality Training Centre, Tropical Breeze.

Key Objectives include:

• Career Preparation: Prepares individuals for entry-level positions or to take on increased responsibilities in travel, tourism and hospitality management.
• Skill Recognition: Offers formal recognition of professional skills for those currently in the industry without formal training.
• Integrated Knowledge Acquisition: Provides a comprehensive understanding of the best industry practices and operational insights into the travel, tourism and hospitality sectors.
• Practical Learning Experience: Includes field trips and hands-on practicum to enhance the real-world understanding and application of theoretical knowledge.
• Realistic Training Environment: Utilises the Tropical Breeze Hospitality Training Centre to simulate a true-to-life hotel management experience and enriching learning outcomes.

Assessment Methods

Based on written examinations, assignments, presentation/projects.

Why MDIS Tourism and Hospitality

MDIS prides itself on training today’s interns, for tomorrow’s practitioners. Partnering the University of Sunderland (UK) which is currently ranked 2nd in The Guardian University Guide 2019: League Table for Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism, MDIS offers programme specialisations in tourism, hospitality, and events management delivered by an experienced and qualified academic faculty. 

A firm believer in grooming leading professionals of the future through active learning approaches, MDIS invested in a 1,400 sq ft hospitality training facility called ‘Tropical Breeze’ to equip students with current knowledge and skills in preparation for their future careers. Tropical Breeze offers students the opportunity to adopt specific skillsets from the latest Opera Property Management System used commonly in Front Office Operations, well-equipped bar and barista facilities and a mock-up guest room for housekeeping. Another platform to prepare them for the real-world is offered at the institution-owned café, Brew & Bites.  Here, students are presented the opportunity to prepare light meals and beverages and develop their communication skills by engaging customers directly.   

Apart from an active and industry relevant curriculum, students are also required to complete a 6-month internship at leading hotels, resorts, and attractions locally or overseas to ensure a real-world understanding of the complexities and demands of the hospitality and tourism sector. 

Its academic rigour, strong practicum training, and internship placements indubitably develops extensive industry knowledge and critical professional competencies in positioning its graduates for long-term success.

Graduation

Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded the International Foundation Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management by MDIS, SG.

Progression

Upon successful completion of this programme, students will gain entry to Higher Diploma in Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management awarded by MDIS.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for careers in industry sectors such as hotels and resorts, cruise lines, restaurants, caterings, events, attractions, travel agencies, conventions, destination marketing and other tourism organisations.