FET Course of the Week: 5M5011 - Hospitality and Event Management at Monaghan Institute

Posted on April 1, 2022 Do you aspire to work in the exciting events industry? The Events Industry is fast paced and high energy, where creativity and team working skills are very important.

The PLC 5M5011 - Hospitality and Event Management at Monaghan Institute is a one year long Level 5 course. Hospitality and Event Management is one of the fastest growing industries all over the world. Event Management involves planning and ensuring that special events run smoothly. This includes both small events and those on a large scale such as festivals, concerts and conferences.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate with five O6 grades (or five passes pre 2017) or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses.

A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.

This course prepares you for working in Tourism & Hospitality

Progression to CAO Courses

This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO. To view all CAO courses that accept this PLC and allow you to progress, click here QQI Code 5M5011.

Career Opportunities and Pathways

Graduates will have a diverse range of career opportunities both in Ireland and abroad and they can expect to find employment in a variety of different areas such as tourism enterprises, community development organisations, national and regional tourism bodies and hospitality and travel organisations. A sample of careers are as follows: