An Introduction to Law (Hospitality)
Quick Programme Summary
| ◊ | Programme Code: | DT408P |
| ◊ | Award: | Short Course Certificate |
| ◊ | Duration: | 2 hours for 12 weeks (approximately 24 hours in total) |
| ◊ | Fees (2010/11): | 410 Euro |
| ◊ | Fees (2011/12): | To be announced late August |
| ◊ | Location: | DIT Cathal Brugha Street |
| ◊ | Post your application form to ... | School of Hospitality Management & Tourism, DIT Cathal Brugha Street, Dublin 1 |
| ◊ | Application Closing Date: | Friday, 9th September 2011 |
| ◊ | Any Queries? | T: (01) 402 4352 or E: tourism.hospitality@dit.ie |
Description
This module introduces the candidate to the basic legal principles involved in setting up and operating an enterprise in the hospitality / tourism industry.
Content
- Brief Introduction to law
- Establishment and operations of hospitality law
- Regulation and hospitality development
- Provision of intoxicating liquor
- Hospitality names and symbols law
- Employment law in the hospitality industry
- Relationship between hospitality operator and customer
- Provision of accommodation
- Provision of food
- Law of accidents
- Food safety management
How to Apply/Enrol
Completed application forms should be returned to the School of Hospitality Management & Tourism (address listed below) by Friday, 9th September 2011. Early application is encouraged. As the number of places is limited, candidates may be short-listed on the basis of information supplied on the application form. Late applications may be considered should vacancies remain. Candidates will be notified of the outcome or of any short-listing procedures.
Examinations
One assessment & One Exam
Award
Short course certificate of Dublin Institute of Technology. Students who successfully complete the examinations will be considered for exemption from the equivalent subject on the Higher Certificate Hospitality Services Management (Programme Code: DT451)
Progression
The examinations will be considered for exemption from the equivalent subject on the Higher Certificate in Hospitality Services Management (Programme Code: DT451) and/or on the BA in Hospitality Management (Programme Code: DT460).
