Programs / Management

Hospitality Management Certifications

Executive, operational, and revenue-focused credentials for hotel general managers, department heads, and multi-property leaders operating in the modern hospitality industry.

Program overview

THG Management certifications validate strategic leadership, financial acumen, and operational excellence across lodging, food & beverage, and integrated resort environments. Curriculum is developed in alignment with AHLEI (American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute), CHA (Certified Hotel Administrator), and ISO 21401 sustainability principles, and is regularly reviewed by a panel of active general managers and multi-unit operators.

Certifications

Certified Hospitality Supervisor (CHS)

Foundation

Front-line leadership, coaching, scheduling, and daily shift operations for newly promoted supervisors.

32 hours · Valid 3 years

Certified Department Manager (CDM)

Professional

Departmental P&L accountability, labor management, service recovery, and cross-functional coordination.

60 hours · Valid 3 years

Certified Revenue Management Executive (CRME)

Professional

Forecasting, pricing strategy, distribution channels, and RevPAR/ADR optimization.

48 hours · Valid 3 years

Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA)

Master

Executive-level property leadership: strategic planning, brand standards, capital budgeting, and asset management.

120 hours · Valid 5 years

Certified Multi-Unit Operator (CMUO)

Master

Portfolio oversight across multiple properties, above-property finance, and franchise compliance.

90 hours · Valid 5 years

Core competencies

  • Financial statement analysis (USALI)
  • Revenue & yield management
  • Human capital and labor law
  • Brand standards and quality assurance
  • Guest experience strategy
  • Crisis management and business continuity

Compliance

Financial Reporting

USALI 11th Edition compliance is embedded in every management-level exam so credential holders speak the industry standard of financial reporting.

Employment Law

Coursework covers FLSA, Title VII, ADA, and state-specific wage & hour rules relevant to multi-state operators.

Data Privacy

Managers are trained on PCI-DSS 4.0 obligations and applicable state privacy statutes (CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA).

Sustainability

ISO 21401-aligned modules address energy, water, and waste management for accommodation providers.