Higher Vocational Training in Tourism Accommodation Management
Higher Vocational Training in Tourism Accommodation Management
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Duration2 courses
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Start dateSeptember 2027
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Learn to manage tourism accommodation and hotels
Tourist accommodation is one of the most dynamic activities within the tourism and hospitality industry. In Spain, the sector has around 160,000 establishments and recorded 484 million overnight stays in 2023, strong growth prospects for the coming years.
The Higher Vocational Training in Tourism Accommodation Management gives you access to this labour market of more than 300,000 jobs in hotels, tourist apartments, campsites, rural accommodation, holiday resorts, hostels and other establishments (student residences or healthcare facilities).
At CETT, you will gain practical, hands-on experience in established companies in the sector. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and international programmes to complete a student-centred training with a strong professional focus.
Connect with the sector from day one
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Professional visits to hotels and tourism companies
Throughout the programme, you will have the opportunity to explore different types of accommodation first-hand and gain insight into the professional reality of the hotel and tourism sector.
Some of the establishments visited include:
- Hotel Condes de Barcelona
- Hilton Barcelona
- Hotel El Palace Barcelona
- Hotel Casa Fuster
- Almanac Barcelona
- Alexandra Barcelona Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
These visits will allow you to discover different types of establishments, understand their operations and explore the different areas involved in hotel management and the guest experience.
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Participation in industry events and trade fairs
You will have the opportunity to attend some of the leading professional events held in Barcelona, including:
- Mobile World Congress
- Gastronomic Forum Barcelona
- 4YFN
These experiences will allow you to discover how major events operate, explore industry trends and connect with companies and professionals in the sector.
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CETT activities related to tourism and hospitality
The CETT Campus will also give you the opportunity to take part in conferences, events and activities organised by CETT, complementing your studies and bringing you into contact with professionals and companies.
These include:
- CETT Smart Tourism Congress Barcelona, a meeting point for exploring innovation and transformation in tourism.
- Trobada Gastronòmica, connecting students with professionals and companies in the gastronomy sector.
- Premis Alimara, focusing on innovation, sustainability and digitalisation in the tourism sector.
- CETT entrepreneurship initiatives and projects, bringing students closer to the development of new ideas and business projects.
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Collaboration with companies and organisations in the tourism sector
Throughout the programme, you will come into contact with leading companies, associations and organisations in the tourism sector, allowing you to broaden your knowledge of the industry and explore different professional areas.
These include ACAVe (Asociación Corporativa de Agencias de Viajes Especializadas), the Oficina de Turismo de Cataluña and the Centro de Convenciones Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB).
Dual training with companies in the tourism and hospitality industry
You will have the opportunity to complete part of your training at a leading company in the sector and get a head start on your career.
You will combine studies and work, gaining real experience in a professional environment. You will learn about company culture, processes and dynamics, and develop your skills to improve your employment prospects after completing the programme.
Whay study the Higher Vocational Training in Tourism Accommodation Management at CETT?
Practical methodology and applied learning
Intensive: with more than 900 hours of professional internships, you will combine theory and practical work in companies, ensuring practical learning adapted to the labour market. This training allows students to gain experience from day one and improve your employment prospects.
General: with 515 hours of supervised professional internships in prestigious national and international companies, you will gain valuable real-world experience. This will allow you to apply the knowledge acquired in professional work environments, guaranteeing excellent preparation.
Subjects and modules of the Higher Vocational Training in Tourist Accommodation Management
Proficiency in digital tools: you are trained in programmes such as Protel, widely used in the industry, to increase the technical attractiveness of your professional profile.
Preparation for working in global environments: you will receive training in Customer Services and reception and reservations in English, strengthening your professional language skills and placing customer service at the core of your training.
Expert teaching staff active in the industry: professionals working in the industry will provide you with first-hand experience and up-to-date knowledge of new developments and trends.
Professional competencies in hotel management
Tourism companies value training in transferable skills such as communication, leadership, public relations, team management and customer service.
Network of partner companies in the tourism sector
You will have access to a network of more than 1,000 partner companies where you can undertake professional internships, both nationally and internationally.
In addition, Career Services gives you access to personalised guidance, specialised professional internships and a network of job offers. This direct connection with the sector will help you develop your professional career and improve your employability.
Academic recognition and accreditations
CETT has been recognised as an Integrated Vocational Training Centre (FPCAT Centre), by the Public Agency for Vocational Training and Qualification of Catalonia.
CETT has been recognised in the 13th edition of the Plan of Innovation Measures in FP, for its outstanding project “Building Experiences: Projects with application challenges in real companies CETT in Catering and Cooking”.
Why CETT?
CETT is an institution with a strong academic reputation: it is supported by the University of Barcelona, achieves high positions in international rankings, has more than 55 years of experience and over 22,000 alumni, ensuring prestige and educational quality.
You will study in an international environment: every year, the campus welcomes more than 1,200 students from over 75 nationalities who choose CETT to study tourism and hospitality, culinary arts and gastronomy, and marketing and events. This cultural diversity, together with opportunities for academic mobility, will enrich your learning experience and prepare you for a global career.
CETT has close ties with the business sector, ensuring that your training is aligned with the needs of the labour market. With more than 1,000 agreements with companies, you will have access to job opportunities and professional internships. In addition, CETT has a high graduate employability rate, reflecting the quality and relevance of its training.
At CETT, you will learn through real challenges and projects. You will have the opportunity to participate in national and international awards and competitions, allowing you to stand out and develop your skills with a global outlook.
The CETT Campus features learning spaces that reflect the reality of the sector: Hotel Alimara, Aula Restaurant, Espai Fòrum and Àgora BCN. You will be able to apply your knowledge in real working environments, connect with active professionals and develop innovative projects.
Campus CETT
Training Center
Building
Reception
Resource center
Career Services
Theoretical teaching classrooms
Technical Classrooms
Pre-preparation Classroom
Cooking Workshop
Techno-Culinary Classroom
Research and Innovation Space
Demonstration Kitchen Classroom
UB-Bullipedia Space
Sommeliers Classrooms
Reception Classroom
Computer Classrooms
Applied Technology Classrooms
Restaurant Classroom
Forum Space
Kitchen Classroom
Alimara University Hotel
Reception
Summum Restaurant
Event Rooms
Garden
Rooms
Àgora BCN University Residence
Reception
Rooms
Dining Room
Leisure Room
Gym
Activity Rooms
Garden
International training in tourism
Internationalisation promotes your personal growth in a multicultural environment. It improves your professional skills and helps you enter the labour market. You will learn foreign languages, discover other cultures and enjoy unique and enriching experiences.
At CETT, we promote educational exchanges with centres in other countries and professional internships in companies in the sector through different programmes.
International mobility
Erasmus+: You have access to one of Europe's leading academic exchange programmes, both within the European Union and in other associated European countries.
Xarxa FP: This network of European cities, of which Barcelona City Council is a member, facilitates the diversification and enrichment of students' education and training.
Collaborative projects: Direct agreements, strategic partnerships and shared projects with other European institutions, such as Taste Europe on the Go with Helsinki, Breda and Bardolino.
International internships: You can also undertake a professional internship in companies across Europe once you have completed your studies.
Internships, work and employability
Practical training is a fundamental part of this programme. It is articulated both in the classroom and in professional internships, with options to participate in other activities or in international programmes.
Thanks to the Career Services team, you will have access to a network of more than 1,000 companies with which CETT has collaboration agreements.
- In the general pathway, you will complete 515 hours of professional internships in companies with collaboration agreements, supervised by CETT and the workplace.
- In the intensive pathway, you will complete more than 900 hours of professional internships in workplaces or at CETT's two training companies: Hotel Alimara and Àgora BCN Residence.
Discover some of our partner companies
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Career opportunities
- Subdirection of tourist accommodation in tourist establishments
- Reception and reservations management
- Housekeeping management
- Specialized management in hotels, apartments, residences, etc.
- Responsible for events in hotels
- Sales and marketing management in tourist accommodations
- Public relations
Student Services
Students will have at their disposal a wide range of services that will make their academic experience unique.
The CETT Campus offers a range of dining options at the Espai Fòrum, the Aula Restaurant and Hotel Alimara. It also has a multidisciplinary Resource Centre with a large number of books, tools and digital spaces to reinforce and expand the training outside the classroom.
Other services that may interest you
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Career Services
The Career Services department guides and supports you in finding professional internships and job opportunities with companies in the sector. It also provides access to an extensive range of job opportunities and professional internships.
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International student services
CETT's International Centre offers personalised guidance to help you internationalise your studies, with a wide range of exchange opportunities and professional internships abroad.
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CETT Alumni network
The main mission of the CETT Alumni Association is to strengthen relationships among former students by creating a professional network that offers a range of professional, educational and social benefits.
Continue your studies after the Higher Vocational Training in Tourist Accommodation Management
CETT offers different pathways to extend and complement your education after completing this programme.
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Other higher vocational training programmes
- Higher Vocational Training in Travel Agency and Event Management: by studying for one additional year, you can obtain a second qualification.
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Progression from VET to university degrees
- Bachelor's Degree in Tourism, with 40% credit recognition.
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University specialisation diplomas
- Postgraduate Course in Event Management and Specialisation Diploma in Revenue Management and Digital Marketing.
Specialised tourism and hospitality facilities
The CETT campus is located in the Horta neighbourhood of Barcelona. It consists of the CETT Barcelona School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy, the Hotel Alimara Barcelona and the Àgora BCN International University Residence.
