A UK diploma in hospitality and tourism management, studied completely online around your rota. No exams, no deadlines. €220 a month, and Malta refunds up to 70% of it when you finish.
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Delivered byOnline Business School, UKAwarded by OTHM · Regulated by Ofqual · Recognised by MQRIC
“Elephant & Cross is the best and easiest way to obtain Level 4 and Level 5 without having to quit your job. … You can study at your own pace with no assignments deadlines. … I enjoyed studying here and I thank the administrator for the establishment of ‘Elephant and Cross’.”
“Incredible service from Elephant & Cross, they have been assisting me wherever needed and giving me instant support when requested. … I highly recommend them if you want flexibility in your studies!”
“Highly recommend, very helpful and appreciate the opportunity to study at my own pace. … Thank Andrew for his support and patience.”
€220 a month, interest free, for eighteen months. Finish, and Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme refunds up to 70% of it.
What the Get Qualified Scheme is, who qualifies, and what you send when you finish.
Built so you can keep your job while you do it.
“When I look at the data, most of our students are studying at 6pm and on Sunday mornings. I don’t see that as a problem to fix, it’s the whole point. This course was built for working professionals, parents, busy people.”
How a hospitality business runs: the market, services marketing, sustainability, events, operations, accounts, people, customers. Each module ends in one written assignment, marked by a tutor with feedback.
Academic writing, referencing and research, with critical thinking applied to hospitality.
External forces on tourism businesses, and how they adapt to economic and political change.
Marketing services to meet customer expectations; the principles used across the industry.
Why sustainable practice matters, and how businesses cut environmental and social impact.
Planning, organising and delivering events: budget, logistics, stakeholders.
How the industry evolved; global trends and their impact.
Promoting services through digital channels: SEO, social media, online engagement.
Managing service delivery and daily operations: quality, logistics, resource planning.
Financial data to monitor performance and manage costs.
Recruitment, training and staff support; legal and ethical responsibilities.
Building long-term customer relationships; improving satisfaction and loyalty.
Current trends and challenges: globalisation, technology, sustainability.
Awarded by Arden University
Your 120 credits take you straight into the final year of the BA (Hons) Tourism. One more year, online, and from there a postgraduate diploma and an MBA.
About the BA top-up
“The diploma gives people so much confidence. Over half of our students come back for the degree, and I am so proud of that. Nobody plans it on day one. You finish, you realise it was doable, and you want the next one.”
Before you pay anything, you get a recognition statement from MQRIC, Malta’s recognition centre. It says what the diploma is worth here.
The diploma is awarded by OTHM, a UK awarding organisation, and regulated by Ofqual, the UK government’s qualifications regulator. Both diplomas are on its public register. Level 5 on Malta’s framework, the EU framework and the UK framework. Level 6 in Ireland. An employer anywhere in the EU reads it the same way.
Check if I qualifyEvery course at this level: Diplomas in Malta · Diplomas in Ireland
Issued to you before you start. Illustration; the wording on the real statement is MQRIC’s.
The four questions we get asked most, in two minutes each.
The formal entry is a Level 4 qualification or equivalent. Age 16 or over, good written English and a computer with internet. Pick what describes you.
Online Business School delivers the course. Elephant & Cross enrols you and supports you from Malta.
Tuition centreA UK online school delivering OTHM diplomas, Level 3 to Level 7, to students in more than 100 countries. Every module is taught through its online portal: recorded lectures, notes, and a tutor for the assignments. It offers Ofqual regulated qualifications.
Your support in MaltaOnline UK qualifications for working adults in Malta, based in Sliema since 2021. Founded by Andrew Critien and Luca Cachia. About 95% of our students work full time. We tell you if you qualify before you pay, handle the enrolment and the paperwork, and support you with the Get Qualified application when you finish.
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“The team are super helpful and very supportive. … They truly care about your success.”
Anything else, ask us. We reply within one working day.
You must be 16 or over, with a Level 4 qualification such as A-levels or an MCAST diploma, or equivalent. If you do not have one but have solid hospitality experience, an exemption is usually granted. Good written English and a computer with internet.
Yes. Both diplomas are awarded by OTHM, a UK awarding body regulated by Ofqual, and are recognised by MQRIC at MQF Level 5. That level sits on the European Qualifications Framework, so it is recognised across the EU.
No. You are assessed through twelve written assignments, one per module, marked by a tutor with feedback. You can resubmit until you pass.
Most students finish in 10 to 15 months around a full-time job. There are no deadlines, and you can pause for up to 90 days.
Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme refunds up to 70% of your fees as a tax credit once you finish. All Malta residents are eligible. We support you with the application.
You can stop future instalments whenever you need to, and nothing more is charged. Payments already made are not refunded.
Yes. Your 120 credits take you straight into the final year of the BA (Hons) Tourism at Arden University, online, in one year.
Intakes run throughout the year. Send your details and we tell you the next start date.
Fifteen minutes. A straight yes or no. Nothing to pay before the call.
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“Highly recommended for anyone wishing to get a degree or diploma with an accredited University while studying at their own pace and having tutor support when requested. … The team at E&C are very helpful, professional and supportive.”