College Diploma – Hospitality and Tourism Management – Restaurant and Service Operations

The Hospitality and Tourism Management – Restaurant and Service Operations 2-year diploma program prepares students with service operations management skills and practical experience to succeed in restaurant and food service management roles.

• Core Focus & Specialization: Combines core hospitality management principles—guest experience delivery, sales and marketing, service leadership, and financial management—with specialized training in beverage and service operations, facility management and design, people leadership, and inventory management.

• Hands-on Training & Industry Practice: Features practical, hands-on learning at SAIT’s renowned Highwood restaurant, a 400-hour industry work internship between Year 1 and Year 2, and the execution of special events both on and off campus alongside key industry partners.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $55,684/yr (Range: $37K – $91K) | 4,666 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $57,597/yr (Range: $38K – $92K) | 950 jobs advertised (July 2026).

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.

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.