University Progression

What courses does CIHTMA offer?

We offer a wide range of academic and professional programs, including:

Postgraduate Courses:

Post Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management

Diploma Programs:

Pre- Diploma in Hospitality Management
Diploma in Hospitality Management

Professional Diploma Programs:

Diploma in Hospitality Management
Diploma in Tourism and Recreation Management
Diploma in Event Management
Diploma in Travel and Transport Management
Diplomas in IATA International Travel & Tourism Management and Leadership & Management, among others

National Skills Qualification (NSQ) Programs:

Levels 1 to 4 in various trades such as Front Office, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Laundry & Dry Cleaning, Tourism Operations, Tour Guiding, Event Management, etc.

Professional Certificate Programs:

Tourism Management
Tour Guiding
Cookery and Pastry Practice
Food Hygiene
Event Management
Travel Agency Operations and more

For the full list and detailed information, visit our Training Programs Page.

CIHTMA, in association with Bells University of Technology Ota (Nigeria), offers the following programs:

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Hospitality Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resource Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Procurement and Supply Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Procurement and Supply Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Digital Marketing
Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Marketing
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Project Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Risk Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Risk Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Financial Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Local Government Management Local Government Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Local Government Management and Development

What courses are available at CIHTMA?

CIHTMA-COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY TOURISM AND MANAGEMENTprovides a range of qualifications including:

Postgraduate Diplomas (PGD)
National Diplomas (ND)
Professional Diplomas
Professional Advanced Diplomas
National Skills Qualifications (NSQ) – Levels 1 to 4
NABTEB National Technical Certificate (NTC) Programs
Professional Certificates

What is national skills Qualifications?

The NSQ is a competency-based system that awards qualifications at various levels:

Level 1 (Craft Assistant)
Level 2 (Artisan)
Level 3 (Master Craft Person/Operator)
Level 4 (Supervisor) It covers skills in Front Office, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Laundry & Dry Cleaning, Travel & Tourism, Tour Guiding, Event Management, and more.

Are CIHTMA qualifications internationally recognized?

What progression pathways are available?

How long do the programs take?

Program durations vary:

Postgraduate Diplomas: 2 semesters
MBA 4 semesters
MA 4 semesters
BSc 10 semesters
National Diplomas: 2 to 4 semesters
Professional Diplomas:Typically 4 semesters
NSQ Programs: Based on guided learning hours (180 to 360+ hours)
Professional Certificates & Short Courses: 6 weeks to 6 months, depending on the course.

How do I apply to CIHTMA-College of Hospitality, Tourism and Management?

CIHTMAdownload application or complete our online application form. Follow these steps to apply:

Visit the CIHTMA Website to download the application form.
Print and complete the form accurately.
Attach all required documents (see below).
Submit the completed application form along with documents to any CIHTMA campus closest to you.

The Chartered Institute of Hospitality, Tourism and Management of America (CIHTMA) is a registered professional body in California USA andRegistered with NIHOTOUR.