Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

College Diploma – Hospitality and Tourism Management – Beverage Management

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Canada

College / Diploma CA$20,559/yr

Program overview

The Hospitality and Tourism Management 2-year diploma program delivers practical, hands-on education designed to prepare students with the real-world skills required for careers in the hospitality and tourism sectors.

  • Core Focus & Financial Foundation: Covers guest experience delivery, sales and marketing, service excellence, applied leadership, and financial management. Includes in-depth beverage product knowledge (non-alcoholic, wine, beer, spirits), retail operations, and sustainable beverage program design.

  • Specialization Options: Allows students to tailor their studies by choosing specializations such as travel and tourism, entrepreneurship and innovation, hotel and accommodation management, restaurant and service operations, event management, or beverage management.

  • Job Insights:

    • Canada: Average salary of $55,026/yr (Range: $38K – $87K) | 7,242 jobs advertised (July 2026).

    • Alberta: Average salary of $56,029/yr (Range: $39K – $88K) | 1,365 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Eligibility & requirements

Academic Background:

  • Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

  • Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Language Requirements:

  • Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

  • Conditional Admission: Available by completing English courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

Additional notes

PGWP Ineligibility: This program is NOT eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The PGWP Program enables graduates to gain valuable Canadian work experience based on fields corresponding to long-term occupational shortages.

IRCC Disclaimer: The final decision on PGWP approval rests solely with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Students are advised to check eligibility criteria on the official IRCC website.

General Admission Note: Program requirements serve only as a guide and do not guarantee admission. Valid language test results are required for direct admission before receiving a final offer letter.

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