Hotel Management Technique
About the Program
Industry-experienced Hotel Management Technique faculty impart key success skills, such as top-tier service and hospitality standards, and local and global context proficiency.
Get exciting opportunities locally and internationally with LaSalle College Montréal's DCS in Hotel Management Technique. Practical training, including paid workplace learning and hands-on experiences, ensures versatility and industry connections.
Learning Outcomes
- Develop practical skills in hotel operations management.
- Acquire knowledge of hospitality industry trends to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
- Enhance leadership and teamwork abilities to effectively manage and motivate hotel staff.
- Gain proficiency in hotel revenue management, financial analysis, and budgeting.
Profile
Successful Hotel Managers have a unique combination of skills, including:
Leadership
Effectively manage hotel staff, delegate tasks, and inspire a culture of excellence in customer service.Interpersonal Abilities
Build positive relationships with guests, handle complaints, and foster guest loyalty.Problem Solving
Address guest concerns, resolve issues, and ensure an enjoyable stay for guests.Flexibility
Adapt quickly to changing situations and demands in the fast-paced hospitality industry.
Career Prospects
According to Job Bank, projections for Hotel Management employment show an increased growth and many new positions created.
According to LinkedIn, hotels provide stable jobs with opportunities for growth and employee perks. Demand for skilled hospitality workers remains high globally, offering diverse career opportunities in cities with abundant hotels.
Career Fields
- Hospitality Services Supervisor,
- Banquet and Conference Services Coordinator,
- Marketing, Human Resources, and Hotel Operations Coordinator.
Diploma & Accreditation
This Diploma of College Studies (DCS) is approved by the ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur of Québec and is internationally recognized.
Holders of a Diploma of College Studies (DCS) can pursue university studies or enter the workforce directly.
Required Materials
A laptop computer is mandatory for study in this program.
Mentors may request other standard or student-licensed software mandatory for their courses to be installed.
The following features are required for PCs and Macs:
- Processor: Intel I5 minimum,
- Memory: 8 GB recommended,
- Hard drive: 500 GB minimum,
- Screen: 14 inches minimum,
- Connectivity: WI-FI and LAN,
- Ports: Minimum of one USB 3.0 port.
We recommend purchasing an external numeric keyboard if your laptop does not already have one.
Required software: Microsoft 365 for Windows or Mac (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Opportunities
Our unique approach incorporates real-world experience with classroom learning for a hands-on, practical education.
- Collaborate with active industry professionals;
- Sharpen skills in a practical setting;
- Put your learning into practice in our restaurant, where you will serve real customers.
Accelerate your career!
Cutting-edge facilities & equipment
Experiment with industry-standard equipment, software, and technology in our advanced facilities, including:
- La Classe Restaurant,
- Teaching kitchens,
- Educational bar,
- FLEX classrooms,
- Active learning classrooms,
- And many others!
Actively participate and collaborate with teachers using these specialized facilities, boosting your motivation and confidence.
Work Experience
Get sought-after practical experience with our Career Service and our Work-Study Program (WSP), which incorporates two paid internships into your program.
Divide your time between the College and an employer with the Work-Integrated Learning – Remunerated option unique to Montréal and receive practical, concrete and paid field training.
Our Hotel Management Technique program also includes a 240-hour internship as part of the curriculum.
Admissions Criteria
Exceptions to these admission criteria may be applied.
Every application is reviewed by the College.
To be eligible for acceptance into this program, applicants are generally required to meet one of the following criteria:
Secondary School Diploma (DES).
Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) with completion of:
• Language of Instruction from Secondary V,
• Second Language from Secondary V,
• Mathematics from Secondary IV.
Equivalent education or an instruction deemed sufficient.
Academic Dates
LaSalle College has three annual start dates: fall, winter, and summer.
We accept applications at any time. Registration is open year-round.
Processing time:
- Canadian applicants: up to two weeks,
- International applicants: up to six months.
Submit your application as soon as possible to ensure a spot in your desired semester.
Note that applications are not processed until all required, validated documents and admission fees are received.
List of Courses
Diploma of College Studies (DCS) programs consist of:
- General education courses common to all programs,
- General education courses specific to the program,
- Complementary general education courses.
Concentration Courses
- Profession and organisation in the tourism, hotel and restaurant industry (90 h)
- Customer oriented approach in the tourism, hotel and restaurant industry (60 h)
- IT: research methodology and information sources in the tourism, hotel and restaurant industry (45 h)
- Health and safety in the workplace (45 h)
- Culinary culture and trends (60 h)
- Front desk techniques (90 h)
- Principles of communication marketing in the tourism, hotel and restaurant industry (60 h)
- Tourism, hotel and restaurant industry accounting (60 h)
- Food and beverage service I (75 h)
- Wine stewarding (45 h)
- Housekeeping techniques (45 h)
- Human ressources in the tourism, hotel and restaurant industry (75 h)
- Sales Techniques in the Tourism, Hotel and Restaurant Industry (60 h)
- Bar operation techniques (45 h)
- Management Software - Restaurant (60 h)
- Food and beverage service II (90 h)
- Front desk supervision (60 h)
- Food & beverage supervision (60 h)
- Supply management (60 h)
- Night audit (60 h)
- Sales and promotion management (45 h)
- Management strategies (60 h)
- Community management - second language (60 h)
- Hotel and food service law (45 h)
- Control of Restaurant Operations (75 h)
- Revenue management (60 h)
- Banquet and convention management (60 h)
- Final project (135 h)
- Internship (240 h)
- Design and Technical Maintenance (60 h)
- Front desk management (45 h)
- Housekeeping management (60 h)
* The College reserves the right to substitute certain courses.
General Education Courses
College-level institutions emphasize general education that focuses on core cultural knowledge, skill development, responsible citizenship, and shared cultural heritage.
Alumni have a well-rounded skill set and general knowledge that is valued in the workplace.
- 3 Physical Education courses (90 h)
- 3 Humanities courses (150 h)
- 4 Language and Literature courses (240 h)
- 2 Second Language courses (90 h)
- 2 complementary courses (90 h)
Tuition & Aid
LaSalle College programs qualify for the Loans and Bursaries Programs offered by the ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur du Québec, and for several other types of loans and bursaries.
