Learning Outcomes

Revenue Management Tools and Data

Segmentation, Forecasting and Budgeting

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will familiarize yourself with the basic knowledge of hotel yield and revenue management. The important tools, including the computer software used by revenue managers for data monitoring and analysis, segmentation, forecasting, and budgeting, will be highlighted.

Customer Service: Models and Trends

In this module, learn how to carry out great customer service to edge out competitors and ensure repeated patronage from customers. Learn how to wow your customers and enforce their loyalty to your brand by building good relationships with them, and promptly handling their complaints. You will be shown the latest customer service technology trends.

Hotel Revenue Management and Customer Service Excellence - Course Assessment

Study the global best practices for hotel revenue management and customer service excellence in this free online course.

Hotel Revenue Management and Customer Service Excellence

In this course, the procedures for data monitoring and resource management - and the basic tools for revenue management in the hospitality industry - are discussed. You will learn to discern the benefit of customer service and the most practical systems for building an excellent relationship with your customers. By completing this course, you will be able to impress your customers with a world-class service that will increase your revenue.

Hotel revenue management refers to a business practice that uses of analytics and performance data for predicting consumer behaviour and optimizing revenue. In this course, you study the differences between, and become familiar with, the common terms used in hotel revenue management systems. Emphasis is placed on data monitoring, as well as the methods for effective supply-and-demand data management by the revenue manager. The distinction between a property management system (PMS) and revenue management software (RMS) is highlighted. You will also learn how to properly carry out the analysis of historical and sourced data. The need for modern technology, including the latest computer hardware and software, in revenue management planning is emphasized. An overview of the general requirements of revenue management, and the three vital tools (segmentation, forecasting and budgeting), required by revenue managers to carry out their roles effectively, will be presented. Then, you will learn about data segmentation, including the definition, scope, and importance of the process to the revenue manager.
Next, the crucial roles of a revenue manager in the hospitality industry will be identified. You will see why a revenue manager must discern the logic behind supply-and-demand data. Similarly, the benefits of obtaining accurate data for long-term planning are outlined. Learn about forecasting preparation (also known as the frequency of forecasting), and the important tools used in forecasting planning (also known as short-term planning). The relationship between segmentation and forecasting will be unpacked. The application of historical data, including the periodic purchase analysis of data in forecasting, is considered. Factors that affect the frequency of forecasting, the role of supply-and-demand in short-term planning, as well as the four stages involved in long-term planning (also known as budgeting), are discussed. You will discern why you must consider consumer wants and needs in the customer required context. Likewise, you will learn how to connect with your customers and build great relationships with them.
Why should you build excellent relationships with your customers? How does great customer service translate into increased profits? Learn how to address these questions with practicable solutions, which are provided in this course. Important tips on why and how to carry out satisfactory customer service will be shared. The importance of customer service will be reinforced by considering some facts and statistics from top brands around the world. The material digs deep into complaints handling, and you will discover three practical approaches for handling customer complaints. Additionally, you will be taught five effective strategies for improving your customers’ experience. The six sigmas for excellent service from Kano analysis (developed by Dr Noriaki Kano in Japan) as well as the latest customer service technology trends, will be examined. By completing this course, you will be able to manage your hotel revenue effectively, and ‘wow’ your customers with world-class service that will boost your profits.

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Manual Handling Injuries and Prevention

Manual Handling Risk Assessments

Manual Handling Legislation

The Maximum Weight You Can Lift

Risk At Work

Good Handling Technique

In this module, we will be going through the tips, techniques, and risks associated with transporting material manually. A detailed guide on the risks associated with manual handling and how to prevent injuries shall be provided. The role of legislation and incorporating the proper technique while transporting heavy materials will also be examined.

Fundamentals of Manual Handling - Course assessment

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Fundamentals of Manual Handling

This health and safety course examines the basic concepts associated with the lifting of heavy objects in the workplace and explains how to make manual handling as safe as possible. Poor lifting techniques lead to many injuries each year so we outline the rules, regulations and techniques that ensure that both employers and employees can safeguard themselves from harm. If your work involves manual handling, enrol now to learn how to manage risk.

Introduction to Security Management

Organisational Security Management

Security Risk Analysis and Risk Reduction

Physical and Information Security Protection

Business Resilience and Crisis Management

Cyber Security and Fraud Prevention

Security Investigations and Threat Awareness

Laws and Regulations

In this module we will learn the basic functions and role of safety management. We will explore the concepts of responsibility, authority, and accountability in safety management. We will then learn about some of the key functions that protect an organization from all types of risks, threats, and fraud.

Course assessment

This free online course teaches how security management works, what functions it has and what risks it poses.

Security Management

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Introduction to Crisis Management

Preparing for a Crises

Responding to and Recovering From Crises

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Course Assessment - Introduction to Emergency Crisis Management

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Introduction to Emergency Crisis Management

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Introduction to Food Allergies

Allergen Management in Food Preparation

Communicating Allergen Information

Developing Allergen Management Plans

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Course assessment - Food Allergen Awareness

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Food Allergen Awareness

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History of Food Safety Management Systems

Publication of ISO 22000:2018

Important Definitions in ISO 22000:2018

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Leadership Role and Context of Organization

Risk Management and Support Provision

Operations Management

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Monitoring, Measurement, Analysis and Evaluation

Internal Audits and Management Reviews

Improvement

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ISO 22000:2018 - Elements of Food Safety Management System - End of Course assessment

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ISO 22000:2018 - Elements of Food Safety Management System (FSMS)

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Introduction to Facilities Management

Duties of a Facility Manager

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Facility Management - Maintenance and Repairs

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Introduction to Risk Assessment

The Three Processes of Risk Assessment

Identifying the Organizational Hazards

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Risk Assessment & Control - Health & Safety - Course assessment

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Risk Assessment & Control - Health & Safety

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