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Centre for Hospitality Studies

Embark on a thrilling journey into the world of hospitality in our vocational college's captivating program. Immerse yourself in the art of exceptional guest service, luxury accommodation, and event management. From the bustling front desk to the exquisite world of culinary delights, our program offers hands-on training and a deep understanding of the hospitality industry. Learn from seasoned professionals as they share their expertise in customer relations, operations, and leadership. Dive into immersive internships and industry collaborations that will set you apart in this dynamic field. Prepare to cultivate your passion for hospitality and unlock a world of opportunities in this ever-evolving industry. Join us in our hospitality program and witness your dreams take flight.


Centre for Hospitality Studies offers the following programmes:

  • Level 3 LAPT Vocational Certificate in Hospitality (1 Year)

  • Level 4 LaXenia Vocational Diploma in Hospitality (1 Year)

  • Level 5 and 6 Bachelor of Hospitality Management (2 Years)


Centre for Hospitality Studies

Centre for Hospitality Studies offers the following programmes:


Level 3 LAPT Vocational Certificate in Hospitality (1 Year)

The Level 3 programme is pragmatically taught via a holistic approach by disseminating hospitality knowledge and skills to our students who are passionate about the hospitality industry. The duration of this programme is one year, and this certification is internationally recognised through the London Academy of Professional Training. This programme is conducted face-to-face at the IEG Campus, which is known as the first digital campus in Malaysia. Managers from various hotel industries are ready to provide the latest hospitality skills and expertise, both at local and international standards.


Level 4 LaXenia Vocational Diploma in Hospitality (1 Year)

Level 4 Vocational Diploma in Hospitality is a one-year programme catered to students who are interested in embarking on supervisory or managerial roles in the hotel industry. Upon successful completion of this programme, the student will be awarded a certificate by the LaXenia Institute of Switzerland. Level 4 Vocational Diploma is conducted via hybrid mode, and students will gain industrial practice simultaneously. KSTVET and students will organise trips, guest speakers, and competitions to expose the students to real-life industrial knowledge, both local and international.


Level 5 and 6 Bachelor of Hospitality Management (2 Years)

The Level 5 and 6 programmes are much sought after by all hotel industries, local and international. Students are given the opportunity to travel abroad to do an internship with international hotels for six months, with the prospect of job employability. This 2-year programme is conducted online as it is vital for students to gain knowledge and hands-on skills while doing industrial practise. The degree is awarded by the LaXenia International Institute of Switzerland.


Each sector covers a broad range of fields, providing a distinct variety of goods and services. It’s important to note that, while separate from one another, they can often overlap and work in conjunction to create one complete and comprehensive hospitality experience.


The hospitality industry encompasses the following:

  • Food and Beverage

The food and beverage industry consists of the preparation, transportation, and serving of food or beverages to customers.

  • Lodging

The lodging industry consists of businesses that provide overnight accommodations to guests. A few of the most common types of lodging businesses are hotels, vacation rentals, and bed and breakfasts.

  • Recreation

One key sector of the hospitality industry is recreation, where businesses in the recreation industry provide customers with ways to entertain themselves, pursue hobbies, or experience educational opportunities.

  • Travel and Tourism

Travel and tourism are two of the largest sectors of the hospitality industry. In general, travel and tourism allow people to visit destinations outside of their normal environment.

  • Meetings and Events

This segment of the hospitality industry consists of a variety of social, business, and sporting events, including weddings, farm shows, and business events, to mention a few.

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