Diploma in Catering Management
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma in Catering Management is a higher-education qualification focused on management in the catering and hospitality environment. It is recorded at NQF Level 6 with 360 credits and falls within the Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure subfield. The qualification was originated by Durban University of Technology.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in developing a management-oriented understanding of catering and hospitality operations. It may also be relevant to learners seeking a formal qualification in the catering management field, subject to the provider’s admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards work related to catering management and hospitality operations, but no specific approved career relationships are recorded for this qualification. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. The available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 30 June 2024, while the current registration status requires verification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Catering management
- Hospitality operations management
- Organisation and coordination in catering environments
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Catering Management
- SAQA ID
- 109284
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 11
- Subfield
- Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure
- Originator
- Durban University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before applying, including whether it remains available for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the offering corresponds to the recorded SAQA qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, fees, delivery arrangements and assessment requirements.
- Ask whether any workplace-based learning, practical training or other applied requirements form part of the provider’s offering.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 109284, NQF level and credit value in the provider’s documentation.