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COTHM Dubai

Hotel & Restaurant Accounting

Awarded by
ICM UK United Kingdom
Credit hours
42
Duration
3 months
Level
Undergraduate
Study mode
Online
Standard total, United Arab Emirates AED 1,100 Registration + tuition · certification extra, from AED 440
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Overview 6 outcomes Curriculum 1 unit · 2 subjects Fees from AED 1,100 Entry & awards 3 requirements · 1 awarding body

Earn your Certificate in Hotel & Restaurant Accounting. Master USALI, USAR, and hospitality financial management in our 100% virtual 1-year program.

What you will be able to do

  • Apply the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI) to record and classify financial transactions accurately.
  • Analyze departmental income statements for rooms, food, and beverage divisions to identify operational inefficiencies.
  • Calculate and interpret key hospitality performance metrics, including RevPAR, ADR, and prime cost percentages.
  • Develop comprehensive operating budgets and monthly financial forecasts using industry-standard digital spreadsheets.
  • Perform complex bank reconciliations and manage specialized hospitality accounts receivable/payable workflows.
  • Evaluate internal control procedures to prevent fraud and assets loss within virtual and physical point-of-sale systems.

About this programme

Master Hospitality Finance with the Hotel & Restaurant Accounting Certificate

Step into the engine room of the hospitality industry with our Hotel & Restaurant Accounting (HRA) certificate. This 3-credit, year-long program is meticulously designed for professionals and aspiring managers who want to master the financial intricacies of hotels, resorts, and food service operations. Through a 100% virtual delivery model, you will gain the specialized skills needed to drive profitability in a digital-first global market.

Industry-Standard Financial Expertise

Our curriculum goes beyond general bookkeeping to focus on the specific standards that govern the industry. You will develop a deep command of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI) and the Uniform System of Accounts for Restaurants (USAR). By mastering these frameworks, you will be prepared to generate precise, department-specific reports that are essential for modern hospitality leadership.

Interactive Virtual Learning

Experience a dynamic digital classroom featuring synchronous webinars and high-stakes financial simulations. You will gain hands-on experience with cloud-based accounting software, learning to manage complex revenue centers, conduct detailed labor cost analyses, and optimize inventory management. This flexible online format allows you to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application from anywhere in the world.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Apply USALI and USAR standards to hospitality financial statements.
  • Analyze high-volume revenue streams and department-specific costs.
  • Navigate modern cloud-based hospitality accounting platforms.
  • Implement effective inventory and labor cost control strategies.

What you will study

Unit 12 subjects
  • Hotel & Restaurant Accounting e-Book0
  • Assessments0

Fees

United Arab Emirates · AED

Standard fees

Paid by every student on this programme

Registration Fee Registration AED 200
Tuition · Online Tuition AED 900
Standard total AED 1,100

Certification

Priced by the body that issues the award, on top of the standard total.

All countries · USD

Standard fees

Paid by every student on this programme

Registration Fee Registration USD 50
Tuition · Online Tuition USD 250
Standard total USD 300

Certification

Priced by the body that issues the award, on top of the standard total.

Pakistan · PKR

Standard fees

Paid by every student on this programme

Registration Fee Registration PKR 5,000
Tuition · Online Tuition PKR 70,000
Standard total PKR 75,000

Certification

Priced by the body that issues the award, on top of the standard total.

Fees are published by COTHM Dubai in the currency of the country you study from. The standard total is what every student pays; certification fees are set by each awarding body and apply only to the awards you take.

What you need to start

  • Introduction to Hospitality Management (HOSP101) or equivalent industry experience.
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar cloud-based spreadsheet software.
  • Foundational understanding of business mathematics and percentages.

Who awards it

ICM UK United Kingdom

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