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Diploma in Tourism Management

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SAQA ID118172
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Tourism Management is a 360-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 within the HEQSF. It is focused on developing a structured understanding of tourism management and the wider hospitality, travel, tourism, gaming and leisure environment.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in tourism management and related hospitality, travel, leisure or tourism-sector activities. Suitability depends on the provider’s current admission requirements and the learner’s goals.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for tourism-management-related work by building knowledge aligned with the tourism sector. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and specific job suitability depends on employer requirements and any additional experience or credentials required.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Tourism management knowledge
  • Understanding of the hospitality, tourism, travel, gaming and leisure environment
  • Planning and organisational skills relevant to tourism activities
  • Problem-solving in tourism-management contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Tourism Management
SAQA ID
118172
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
11
Subfield
Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure
Originator
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2024-04-22
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 22 April 2024 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, qualification structure, fees and study arrangements.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 118172, NQF level and credit value match the official provider and SAQA information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.