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PgCert (Hospitality and Leadership)

College of Business, Public Policy, & Law, Shannon College of Hotel Management

Course Code: PGC-HL

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Course Overview

The PgCert (Hospitality and Leadership) is designed for those with hospitality and/or business qualifications and/or experience who wish to develop their knowledge of hospitality systems, trends, and business applications to an advanced level. The programme is designed as a specialist course which assists students in blending their existing talents with advanced hospitality and developing skills in strategy, asset management, intercultural communications, and project management. Modules include: Hotel Asset Management, Project Management, Strategy and Innovation for Hospitality, and Intercultural Communication for Business.

The programme will be offered on a full-time basis over one academic semester (January–12 weeks). The programme will consist of lectures, industry exposure, experiential learning, in-company study, computer-based simulation, guest speakers, and projects in the relevant subjects.

Applications and Selections

Applications are made online via the University of Galway Postgraduate Applications System. See supporting documents requirements here.

Entrance Interview 
Suitable applicants must pass an entrance interview. Interviews are conducted by representatives visiting your country or through video conferencing (Zoom).

Who Teaches this Course

  • Adrian Sylver, Shannon College of Hotel Management
  • Dr Sean T. Ruane, Shannon College of Hotel Management
  • Dr Maria Palma-Fahey, Shannon College of Hotel Management
  • Sarah Ryan, Shannon College of Hotel Management
  • Kate O’Connell, Shannon College of Hotel Management

Requirements and Assessment

See supporting documents requirements here.

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