CTH Level 4 Diploma in Professional Bar Management
This advanced bartending qualification aims to equip learners with the key principles and skills needed to run a bar efficiently.
Programme Overview
The Level 4 Diploma in Professional Bar Management has been developed in partnership with some of the world’s top drinks brands and experienced industry professionals. The programme aims to build on the skills developed in the Level 2 Certificate in Professional Bartending Skills by introducing learners to the skills and knowledge required to effectively manage a bar.
Throughout the qualification, participants learn a number of essential responsibilities, practices and approaches needed to supervise a highly productive bar environment. For example, the Financial Business Management unit provides learners with an understanding of the fixed and variable costs associated with running a bar.
This qualification is the perfect seal of approval for bar supervisors and staff with aspirations to take a step up in their career - the six constituent units that make up this programme provide the platform needed to attain a management role. This diploma-level qualification represents a dedication to the craft that managers really aspire to, in order to excel in the industry.
Upon the successful completion of this programme, graduates have the option of progressing further in their pursuit of management skills and qualifications by studying the CTH (IoH) Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Hospitality Management.
Entry Requirements
Entry is at the discretion of the Centre, however candidates should generally be over 21 years old, have completed the CTH Level 2 Certificate in Professional Bartending (or recognised equivalent), plus have at least three years relevant work experience (at least one year of which should be at supervisory level).
Qualification Structure
CTH Level 4 Diploma in Professional Bar Management | |||||
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| Learners must achieve 6 mandatory units, providing 37 credits, all at level 4 | |||||
| Credit Value (CV): 37 | Qualification Number: 603/6781/7 | ||||
| Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for Qualification: 150 | Total Qualification Time (TQT) for Qualification: 370 | ||||
| UK Funding Eligibility: AdvLL | |||||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | L | CV | GLH | Assessment Method |
| 4EBM | Ethical Bar Management | 4 | 6 | 20 |
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| 4SM | Sales & Marketing | 4 | 6 | 20 | |
| 4FBM | Financial Business Management | 4 | 6 | 20 | |
| 4HRT | Human Resources & Training | 4 | 6 | 20 | |
| 4LLP | Legislation in Licensed Premises | 4 | 6 | 20 | |
| 4ABMS | Advanced Bar Management Skills | 4 | 7 | 50 | |
| Diploma Total (6 units) | 37 | 150 | |||
Financial Business Management
This unit aims to help learners deal with numbers in a business context and to gain an understanding of the main terms used in managing a bar's finance. Learners will be taught how to budget, calculate costs and profit, and source funding. They will also learn how to carry out basic costing practices and make recommendations on prices. They will learn how to interpret figures and measure business performance using a profit and loss sheet, a balance sheet, and a cash flow statement.
Assessment Method: One unit test, plus one synoptic written examination covering all units
Sales & Marketing
This unit aims to introduce learners to sales, marketing and PR in the bar and restaurant industry. Learners will understand how venues are affected by both internal and external factors. Learners will be introduced to the key concepts of marketing, and sales techniques and PR strategies, and understand how to apply them to their business.
Assessment Method: One unit test, plus one synoptic written examination covering all units
Ethical Bar Management
This unit aims to introduce learners to sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) within the bar industry. Learners will understand how to adopt ethical and sustainable practices, and about their responsibilities when selling and serving alcohol. Learners will also understand the responsibilities a venue has regarding discrimination and equality in the workplace and with their customers.
Assessment Method: One unit test, plus one synoptic written examination covering all units
Human Resources & Training
This unit aims to introduce learners to human resources (HR) and training within hospitality. Learners will understand their responsibilities as a bar manager when it comes to recruitment, staff welfare, training, and team management.
Assessment Method: One unit test, plus one synoptic written examination covering all units
Legislation in Licensed Premises
This unit aims to develop learners understanding of health and safety and food safety management within different types of hospitality operations. Learners will understand the management of health and safety principles, how to manage risks and safely run a bar for service. Learners will develop their understanding of the legal requirements for management of beverage service, food hygiene, selling goods by description, avoiding discrimination, customer property and debt, and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations).
Assessment Method: One unit test, plus one synoptic written examination covering all units
Advanced Bar Management Skills
The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to the different aspects of running a bar in the UK. Learners will understand the origins of licensed venues and the roles they play in communities. Learners will understand the importance of product knowledge and how to use this knowledge to choose appropriate products for their venue, and present them in effective drinks lists. Learners will understand different service methods and preparation techniques, and the importance of good cellar management and storage. Learners will also be introduced to the requirements for running an event.
Assessment Method: One unit test, plus one synoptic written examination covering all units