Hospitality Management

Hospitality Management is the study of managing, operating, and supervising hotel operations. This field is often referred to as “one major, many career paths”, as graduates are not only qualified to work in hotels but also in related industries such as tourism, food & beverage services, event management, and customer relations.

At the NIIE Institute, students study using international-standard curricula, gaining in-depth knowledge and practical skills in areas such as: Regional and international cultural understanding; Front office operations; Hotel operations; Customer service; Hotel management; Food & beverage management; Event organization.

A key strength of the program is its integrated English training, with six levels from beginner to B2 (equivalent to IELTS 5.5–6.0). Combined with bilingual instruction, this enables students to develop strong English proficiency, preparing them to work confidently in international hotel environments both in Vietnam and abroad.

Throughout the program, students also gain valuable real-world experience through industry visits, internships at leading hotel groups, and practical training in 5-star-standard simulation rooms. They also have the opportunity to take part in paid overseas internships, expanding their global exposure and career prospects.

Duration: 3.5 years

Degree: Bachelor of Hospitality Management issued by Nguyen Tat Thanh University.

Mode of study: Full-time.

NOTE: The minimum quality assurance threshold applies to all admission methods for applicants graduating from 2026 onward: Total score of 3 subjects ≥ 15 points.

Applicants may apply through one of the following 5 methods:

Method 1: Admission based on the results of the 2026 National High School Graduation Examination according to subject combinations.

Method 2: Admission based on high school transcripts meeting one of the following criteria:

  • The average annual grade of 3 subjects (Grades 10, 11, 12) in the subject combination ≥ 18/30.
  • The average annual grade of subjects (Grades 10, 11, 12) in the subject combination combined with the National High School Graduation Exam score or Competency Assessment Test score ≥ 18/30.
  • Graduation evaluation score (as stated on the Graduation Certificate) ≥ 6/10.

Method 3: Admission based on the results of competency assessment tests conducted by Vietnam National University – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam National University – Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City University of Education.

Method 4: Admission based on a combined academic score calculated using the following formula:

Academic Score = (National High School Graduation Exam Score × 50%) + (High School Transcript Score × 40%) + (Competency Assessment Test Score × 10%)

Method 5: Direct admission and priority admission for students who have won prizes in National Excellent Student Competitions, National Science and Technology Competitions, ASEAN and international skills competitions; as well as international applicants who meet academic requirements or are nominated under official admission programs.

Basic/major subjects:

Communication skills 1
Administrative Services
Microeconomics
Critical Thinking
Information and Communication Technology
Macroeconomics
Introduction to Laws
Professional Development, Grooming and Business Etiquette
Research Project
Philosophy of Marxism and Leninism
Marxist-Leninist Political Economy
Business and the Business Environment
Principles of Accounting
Scientific socialism
Entrepreneurship
Business Law
Marketing in Hospitality
History of  the Communist Party of Vietnam
Business Statistics
Human resource management for Service Industries
Communication skills 2
Ho Chi Minh’s Ideology
Customer Services
Hospitality Services
The Contemporary Hospitality Industries
Information System Management
The Developing Manager
Facilities Operation and Management
Finance in Hospitality
Resource Management in Hospitality
Hospitality Operation Management
Hospitality Contract and Event Management
Room Devision Operation Management
Food and Beverage Operation Management
Sale Development and Merchandising
Sustainable Tourism Development
Work-based Experience & Internship
Graduation Thesis
Special Project
Customer relationship management
Bussiness Ethics in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry
E-commerce
International Logistics

Intensive English: 

Nep 1 – Elementary level
Nep 2 – Pre-Intermediate level
Nep 3 – Pre – Intermediate level
Nep 4 – Intermediate level
Nep 5 – Intermediate level
Nep 6 – Upper – Intermediate level

With outstanding foreign language, knowledge, and soft skills fully equipped, you are completely capable of working in many positions, such as:

  • Supervision (Front Desk/ Lobby/ Food and Beverage/ Housekeeping);
  • Department Manager (Front Desk/ Lobby/ Food and Beverage/ Housekeeping);
  • Restaurant Supervisor/ Manager;
  • Event Supervisor/ Manager;
  • Service Quality Supervisor;
  • Operations Supervisor;
  • Business/Procurement Department Manager;
  • Customer Care Department Manager;
  • Receptionist;
  • Concierge;
  • Customer Service Representative;
  • Sales Representative;
  • Event Coordinator;
  • Tour Operations Staff.