SBC Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management

Introduction

The Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management provides learners with foundational knowledge and practical skills required to begin a professional career within the dynamic service sector. The course introduces key operational, managerial and customer-focused concepts that underpin successful event delivery, hospitality operations and tourism environments.

Learners will develop critical thinking, communication and organisational skills while gaining industry-relevant insights that prepare them for further study or entry-level roles across events, hospitality and tourism industries. Throughout the qualification, students will apply theory to practice, analyse real-world scenarios and strengthen their ability to deliver high-quality experiences within customer-centred environments.

Assessment is through practical assignments, with no exams - to more accurately reflect the real working environment.

The Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management is equivalent to RQF Level 4, comparable to the first year of a UK bachelor's degree.

This qualification is aligned with our Self Regulated Framework (SRF) and consists of 120 credits, awarded by Severn Business College. Sample Certificate.

Careers

The Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management provides its learner the realistic and appropriate career related opportunities worldwide for 21st century employment markets.

Students who successfully completed Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management qualification can progress onto Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education in Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management (120 credits).

This qualification may be used to progress to a college or university and claim credit transfer through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Entry Requirements

The minimum age to register for this programme is 18. Prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are required for those wishing to undertake this programme:

A level (or equivalent) or

Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) or

Mature applicant with qualification and work experience and

IELTS 4.0 or CEFR level B1 (if applicable)

Programme Summary

Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management (120 credits) consists of:

Unit	Unit Level	Unit Credit
Principles of Events Management	4	20
Hospitality Operations and Management	4	20
Introduction to Tourism and Destination Management	4	20
Business and Management Skills for Service Industries	4	20
Marketing and Consumer Behaviour in Events, Hospitality and Tourism	4	20
Professional Development and Employability Skills	4	20