BComm in International Hotel Management

Course Overview

This programme is delivered at the Shannon College Campus in Co Clare with your 4^th year delivered on the Universities Main Campus in Galway.

The BComm in International Hotel Management at Shannon College incorporates a full Commerce Degree with an emphasis on hospitality, tourism and the development of communication and leadership skills. Students have the opportunity to study on two universities campuses and experience 21 months of paid international work placement as part of this exciting degree programme.

Students who choose this degree will develop a unique set of skills combining professional practical training, language development, hands on work experience in the international hotel industry and extensive commerce theory specialising in a chosen business field. Students will gain international experience during their studies, making them highly sought after graduates. This has been reflected in the 100% employment record on graduation day since the college was founded in 1951. This is a very unique and versatile qualification, perfect for a student who is interested in a career in the international hotel industry or business.

Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certificate, including Irish, English, another language, Mathematics, and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes.

Note: All applicants who apply to Shannon College will be invited to attend an interview, for which up to 300 CAO points may be awarded. Shannon College will contact all students directly by post after CAO closing dates to arrange their interview. Please notify Shannon College’s Admissions Office if you do not receive correspondence from the college shortly after the CAO closing dates. Interviews are normally held in April and also in July as the course is not restricted.

Students who complete this degree programme have a wide range of career opportunities both within the hospitality sector and in many other areas of business. They are highly sought after by employers to work in exciting businesses all over the world.

Combine Practical Skills and Theory

Students have the chance to learn hands on practical skills while developing their theoretical knowledge. This variety makes the course really enjoyable for students and ensures they are industry ready.

Opportunities to Travel

Hospitality and Business are global and ever changing industries with career opportunities all over the world. Students will have gained 21 months of international placements where they will have worked across all departments within the hotel as well as obtained supervisory and managerial roles. This makes the students highly sought after within the global hospitality industry after graduation.

Diverse and Exciting Degree Programme

This degree is perfect for a student who loves to explore new places. Students spend year 1 and year 3 on the Shannon College Campus, Year 2 on a European Work Placement, Year 4 on the main University of Galway Campus and have the chance to start their careers at the end of year 4 in businesses located all over the world.