The Qualifi Level 4 and Level 5 Combined Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management is a UK-regulated qualification designed to develop advanced knowledge and practical understanding of hospitality and tourism management. The combined programme brings together Level 4 and Level 5 study, providing a structured progression from foundational management concepts to more advanced areas of industry practice and strategic thinking. Qualifi’s specification identifies the Level 5 Extended Diploma as the combination of Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications.

QUALIFI is an Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation, with Ofqual reference number RN5160. The Level 4 and Level 5 hospitality and tourism qualifications are accredited within the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and have their own Qualification Accreditation Numbers (QANs). Ofqual regulates qualifications in England, while the RQF provides a framework for understanding regulated qualifications and their levels.

The qualification covers key areas including tourism and hospitality management, sustainability, tourism and resort operations, visitor attraction management, customer-focused industry practice, destination management, entrepreneurship, cultural tourism and research. It also develops analytical, evaluative, communication, problem-solving and independent learning skills relevant to hospitality and tourism contexts.

For UK and international learners, this qualification provides a structured academic pathway for developing management knowledge across the global hospitality and tourism sector, with progression to further study subject to the requirements of the receiving institution.