Certificate in Tourism and Hospitality Management

Duration: 3 Months


1. CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK (Aligned with Lithuania/EU Standards)

The program integrates:

• Tourism & Hospitality Operations

• Business Management & Entrepreneurship

• EU & Lithuanian Legal Compliance

• Customer Service Excellence

• Sustainable Tourism (EU Green Policies)

• Digital & Smart Tourism Systems


2. KEY FEATURES

• International (EU-aligned) curriculum

• Industry-focused training

• Legal compliance with Lithuanian framework

• Practical + theoretical balance

• Step-by-step certification pathway


3. SUMMARY

• Total Modules: 12

• Fully aligned with Lithuanian & EU standards

• Progressive learning from basic → advanced → strategic level

• Each module = 1 week

• 5 days per week × 2 hours per day

• Only daily teaching topics (Day 1–Day 5)

• Fully aligned with Lithuanian/EU tourism context and Lithuanian Company Law


4. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The primary objective of this program is to develop entry-level competencies, professional behavior, and foundational knowledge required for employment in the tourism and hospitality sector within Lithuania and the European Union.


4.1. Industry Knowledge Development

To provide learners with a clear understanding of:

• The structure and functioning of the tourism and hospitality industry in Lithuania and the EU

• Key sectors including hotels, travel agencies, food & beverage, and tour operations

• Current trends and opportunities in the European tourism market


4.2. Customer Service Excellence

To develop the ability to:

• Deliver high-quality customer service based on EU hospitality standards

• Understand diverse customer expectations in a multicultural European environment

• Handle guest interactions professionally and resolve basic service issues


4.3. Communication Skills Enhancement

To enable learners to:

• Communicate effectively in English within tourism and hospitality settings

• Apply basic multilingual and intercultural communication skills relevant to Lithuania

• Demonstrate professional etiquette in guest-facing roles


4.4. Operational Skills Development

To equip learners with practical knowledge of:

• Front office procedures (check-in, reservations, guest services)

• Basic food & beverage service operations

• Housekeeping standards and hygiene practices aligned with EU regulations


4.5. Legal and Ethical Awareness

To introduce learners to:

• Basic legal requirements for tourism operations in Lithuania

• Workplace ethics and professional conduct

• Health, safety, and labor standards in accordance with EU guidelines


4.6. Digital and Workplace Readiness

To prepare learners to:

• Use basic digital tools such as reservation systems and online booking platforms

• Adapt to technology-driven tourism environments

• Demonstrate readiness for entry-level roles in modern hospitality workplaces


4.7. Sustainability Awareness

To build awareness of:

• Sustainable tourism practices in the European Union

• Environmental responsibility in hospitality operations

• The role of eco-friendly tourism in Lithuania


4.8. Employability and Career Preparation

To support learners in:

• Developing professional grooming and workplace behavior

• Understanding entry-level job roles in tourism and hospitality

• Preparing for internships or employment within Lithuania and EU markets


5. OVERALL OUTCOME

By the end of the 3-month program, learners will be able to:

• Demonstrate basic operational skills in tourism and hospitality

• Apply customer service and communication skills in real-world settings

• Understand EU-standard workplace practices and legal frameworks

• Be prepared for entry-level employment or progression to higher-level study


6. BRIEF CONTENT OF THE PROGRAM
Module Topic Brief Description (Day-wise Lesson Plan)
01 Overview of Tourism Industry in Lithuania • Global tourism and hospitality industry overview
• Structure of tourism sector in Lithuania
• Types of tourism in Lithuania and Baltic region
• Role of European Union in tourism development
• Key stakeholders in Lithuanian tourism industry
02 History of Tourism & Lithuania as Destination • Evolution of tourism in Europe
• Development of tourism in Lithuania
• Major tourist destinations in Lithuania
• Cultural heritage and UNESCO sites in Lithuania
• Tourism trends in Baltic countries
03 Customer Service Fundamentals • Importance of customer service in EU hospitality sector
• Customer expectations in European tourism
• Service quality standards in Lithuania
• Handling customer complaints under EU consumer rights
• Case studies from Lithuanian hotels
04 Communication Skills for Hospitality • Verbal communication in hospitality industry
• Non-verbal communication techniques
• Multilingual communication in Lithuania tourism sector
• English language skills for tourism professionals
• Guest interaction and communication practice
05 Introduction to Hotel Operations • Types of hotels in Lithuania
• Hotel organizational structure
• Departments and operational roles
• Hotel classification standards in EU
• Hotel operational workflow
06 Front Office Basics • Role of front office in Lithuanian hotels
• Guest check-in and check-out procedures
• Reservation systems and booking processes
• Guest handling techniques
• Front office records and documentation
07 Food & Beverage Fundamentals • Introduction to food and beverage department
• Types of food service systems in Europe
• Lithuanian traditional cuisine overview
• EU food safety regulations
• Restaurant service procedures
08 Housekeeping Operations • Role of housekeeping department
• Cleaning standards and EU hygiene requirements
• Room preparation procedures
• Laundry and linen management
• Housekeeping inventory control
09 Basics of Travel & Tour Operations • Role of travel agencies in Lithuania
• Tour package development
• Travel documentation and requirements
• Booking procedures and systems
• Lithuanian travel market overview
10 Professional Ethics & Grooming • Grooming standards in European hospitality
• Dress code and appearance policies
• Professional behavior in workplace
• Hospitality etiquette standards
• Personal branding for tourism professionals
11 Introduction to EU Tourism Policies • Introduction to EU tourism policies
• Role of Lithuanian tourism authorities
• Tourism regulations and compliance
• Licensing requirements in Lithuania
• Overview of tourism governance
12 Workplace Safety & Legal Awareness (Lithuania/EU) • Workplace safety regulations in EU
• Risk management in tourism industry
• Lithuanian labor law basics
• Employee rights and responsibilities
• Ethical practices in tourism workplace
IESD - Institute of Education and Skills Development

Certificate in Tourism and Hospitality Management

Duration: 3 Months


1. CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK (Aligned with Lithuania/EU Standards)

The program integrates:

• Tourism & Hospitality Operations

• Business Management & Entrepreneurship

• EU & Lithuanian Legal Compliance

• Customer Service Excellence

• Sustainable Tourism (EU Green Policies)

• Digital & Smart Tourism Systems


2. KEY FEATURES

• International (EU-aligned) curriculum

• Industry-focused training

• Legal compliance with Lithuanian framework

• Practical + theoretical balance

• Step-by-step certification pathway


3. SUMMARY

• Total Modules: 12

• Fully aligned with Lithuanian & EU standards

• Progressive learning from basic → advanced → strategic level

• Each module = 1 week

• 5 days per week × 2 hours per day

• Only daily teaching topics (Day 1–Day 5)

• Fully aligned with Lithuanian/EU tourism context and Lithuanian Company Law


4. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The primary objective of this program is to develop entry-level competencies, professional behavior, and foundational knowledge required for employment in the tourism and hospitality sector within Lithuania and the European Union.


4.1. Industry Knowledge Development

To provide learners with a clear understanding of:

• The structure and functioning of the tourism and hospitality industry in Lithuania and the EU

• Key sectors including hotels, travel agencies, food & beverage, and tour operations

• Current trends and opportunities in the European tourism market


4.2. Customer Service Excellence

To develop the ability to:

• Deliver high-quality customer service based on EU hospitality standards

• Understand diverse customer expectations in a multicultural European environment

• Handle guest interactions professionally and resolve basic service issues


4.3. Communication Skills Enhancement

To enable learners to:

• Communicate effectively in English within tourism and hospitality settings

• Apply basic multilingual and intercultural communication skills relevant to Lithuania

• Demonstrate professional etiquette in guest-facing roles


4.4. Operational Skills Development

To equip learners with practical knowledge of:

• Front office procedures (check-in, reservations, guest services)

• Basic food & beverage service operations

• Housekeeping standards and hygiene practices aligned with EU regulations


4.5. Legal and Ethical Awareness

To introduce learners to:

• Basic legal requirements for tourism operations in Lithuania

• Workplace ethics and professional conduct

• Health, safety, and labor standards in accordance with EU guidelines


4.6. Digital and Workplace Readiness

To prepare learners to:

• Use basic digital tools such as reservation systems and online booking platforms

• Adapt to technology-driven tourism environments

• Demonstrate readiness for entry-level roles in modern hospitality workplaces


4.7. Sustainability Awareness

To build awareness of:

• Sustainable tourism practices in the European Union

• Environmental responsibility in hospitality operations

• The role of eco-friendly tourism in Lithuania


4.8. Employability and Career Preparation

To support learners in:

• Developing professional grooming and workplace behavior

• Understanding entry-level job roles in tourism and hospitality

• Preparing for internships or employment within Lithuania and EU markets


5. OVERALL OUTCOME

By the end of the 3-month program, learners will be able to:

• Demonstrate basic operational skills in tourism and hospitality

• Apply customer service and communication skills in real-world settings

• Understand EU-standard workplace practices and legal frameworks

• Be prepared for entry-level employment or progression to higher-level study


6. BRIEF CONTENT OF THE PROGRAM
Module Topic Brief Description (Day-wise Lesson Plan)
01 Overview of Tourism Industry in Lithuania • Global tourism and hospitality industry overview
• Structure of tourism sector in Lithuania
• Types of tourism in Lithuania and Baltic region
• Role of European Union in tourism development
• Key stakeholders in Lithuanian tourism industry
02 History of Tourism & Lithuania as Destination • Evolution of tourism in Europe
• Development of tourism in Lithuania
• Major tourist destinations in Lithuania
• Cultural heritage and UNESCO sites in Lithuania
• Tourism trends in Baltic countries
03 Customer Service Fundamentals • Importance of customer service in EU hospitality sector
• Customer expectations in European tourism
• Service quality standards in Lithuania
• Handling customer complaints under EU consumer rights
• Case studies from Lithuanian hotels
04 Communication Skills for Hospitality • Verbal communication in hospitality industry
• Non-verbal communication techniques
• Multilingual communication in Lithuania tourism sector
• English language skills for tourism professionals
• Guest interaction and communication practice
05 Introduction to Hotel Operations • Types of hotels in Lithuania
• Hotel organizational structure
• Departments and operational roles
• Hotel classification standards in EU
• Hotel operational workflow
06 Front Office Basics • Role of front office in Lithuanian hotels
• Guest check-in and check-out procedures
• Reservation systems and booking processes
• Guest handling techniques
• Front office records and documentation
07 Food & Beverage Fundamentals • Introduction to food and beverage department
• Types of food service systems in Europe
• Lithuanian traditional cuisine overview
• EU food safety regulations
• Restaurant service procedures
08 Housekeeping Operations • Role of housekeeping department
• Cleaning standards and EU hygiene requirements
• Room preparation procedures
• Laundry and linen management
• Housekeeping inventory control
09 Basics of Travel & Tour Operations • Role of travel agencies in Lithuania
• Tour package development
• Travel documentation and requirements
• Booking procedures and systems
• Lithuanian travel market overview
10 Professional Ethics & Grooming • Grooming standards in European hospitality
• Dress code and appearance policies
• Professional behavior in workplace
• Hospitality etiquette standards
• Personal branding for tourism professionals
11 Introduction to EU Tourism Policies • Introduction to EU tourism policies
• Role of Lithuanian tourism authorities
• Tourism regulations and compliance
• Licensing requirements in Lithuania
• Overview of tourism governance
12 Workplace Safety & Legal Awareness (Lithuania/EU) • Workplace safety regulations in EU
• Risk management in tourism industry
• Lithuanian labor law basics
• Employee rights and responsibilities
• Ethical practices in tourism workplace