Module Details

Module Code: HOSP6013
Title: Management for Hospitality
Long Title: Management for Hospitality
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 8110 - Hospitality
Module Delivered in: 6 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces the learners to the knowledge, skills and competences necessary for effective management within the context of the business of Tourism and Hospitality. The aim of this module is to develop the key understanding of managing in the hospitality and tourism business sector, particularly in relation to people, facilities, and the business resource.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Recognise current management issues relevant to tourism and hospitality, the micro and macro environment.
LO2 Describe the functions of management and the challenges which a new manager may face.
LO3 Identify the principles and practices of management to include planning and decision making.
LO4 Identify various types of organisational structure and design .
LO5 Examine the practical application of people management in the hospitality and tourism workplace, particularly the areas of motivation, leadership and retention.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Introduction to Management
The role of the manager, management levels, management functions, the new manager.
The Business Environment
Business ethics and corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability, the micro and macro environment, introduction to corporate governance
Planning and Decision Making
The planning process and obstacles to planning, operational, tactical and strategic planning, the decision making process, decision making models, the control process.
Organisation Structure and Design
Specialisation, chain of command, decentralisation, span of control, mechanistic and organic organisations.
Motivation and Leadership
Practical ways to lead and motivate, current issues in motivation, leadership theories and styles, empowerment.
People Management
Manpower planning, recruitment and retention, talent management, performance appraisal, reward management, staff development, employer branding, work-life balance.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
In class presentation on a management topic
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 2,5
Assessment Description
Write a report on the management styles evident in the organisation ( 2,500 words)
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
In Class Test
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent Study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent Study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Tiernan Siobhan, Morley Michael J. (2019), Modern Management - Theory and Practice for Students in Ireland, 5th. Institute of Public Administration, Dublin, [ISBN: 9781910393277].
  • Jones Peter. (2018), Hanbook of Hospitality Operations & IT, Elsevier, [ISBN: 9780750687].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Gunnigle, P., Heraty, N., and Morley, M.J.. (2017), Human Resource Management in Ireland, 5th. Gill & Macmillan, Dublin, [ISBN: 9781910392178].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_FTRSM_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism Management 2 Mandatory
CR_OBARM_7 Bachelor of Business in Beverage Industry Management 1 Mandatory
CR_OCULA_7 Bachelor of Business in Culinary Arts 1 Mandatory
CR_FTOUR_7 Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management 2 Mandatory
CR_OHCMA_6 Higher Certificate in Business in Hospitality Management 2 Mandatory
CR_FTOUR_6 Higher Certificate in Business in Tourism Management 2 Mandatory