Ramseyer Technical Institute

Catering and Hospitality Management

Catering and Hospitality Management

Gain practical skills in food preparation, service, hospitality operations, and customer care.

Programme Overview

The Catering and Hospitality Management programme equips students with the practical skills, technical knowledge, and professional competencies for successful careers in the hospitality, tourism, and food service industries.

The programme combines classroom learning with hands-on practical training in food production, catering operations, hospitality management, customer service, and event planning. Students gain real-world experience through kitchen laboratories, restaurant service, and industrial attachments, preparing them to deliver high-quality hospitality services while meeting industry standards.

Graduates are well-positioned for employment in hotels, restaurants, resorts, catering companies, and tourism establishments, or to establish their own hospitality businesses.

What You Will Learn

Students develop practical and professional competencies in areas including:

  • Food Preparation and Production
  • Baking and Pastry Techniques
  • Food Safety and Hygiene
  • Nutrition and Meal Planning
  • Restaurant and Food Service Operations
  • Front Office and Guest Relations
  • Housekeeping Operations
  • Event Planning and Catering Management
  • Hospitality Operations Management
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Entrepreneurship and Hospitality Business Management
  • Communication and Professional Ethics

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme may pursue careers across the hospitality and tourism industry, including:

  • Chef
  • Cook
  • Caterer
  • Restaurant Supervisor
  • Hotel Operations Assistant
  • Front Office Assistant
  • Housekeeping Supervisor
  • Food and Beverage Service Personnel
  • Event Coordinator
  • Hospitality Officer
  • Tourism and Hospitality Entrepreneur
  • Self-employed Catering Services Provider

Entry Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following admission requirements:

Academic Qualifications

Six (6) credit passes (A-D or A1-D7)

Core Subjects

Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies.

Elective Subjects

Three (3) relevant elective subjects.

Mature Applicants

Applicants aged 25 years and above may be considered under the Mature Applicants category.

Proof of Age

Applicants must provide acceptable proof of age.

Work Experience

Applicants must possess at least two (2) years of relevant work experience.

Entrance Assessment

Applicants must successfully complete any required entrance assessment.

Practical Training

Practical learning is an integral part of the programme. Students gain hands-on experience through:

  • Commercial kitchen practical sessions
  • Food preparation and presentation exercises
  • Baking and pastry production
  • Restaurant and table service practice
  • Housekeeping and accommodation operations
  • Event planning and catering projects
  • Industrial attachments with hotels, restaurants, catering companies, and hospitality establishments

These practical experiences ensure graduates develop the confidence, technical competence, and customer service skills needed to excel in the hospitality industry.

How to Apply

  1. Apply Through CSSPS

    Admissions to Ramseyer Technical Institute (RTI) are primarily conducted through the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) managed by the Ghana Education Service (GES).

  2. Meet the Admission Requirements

    Applicants are considered for admission based on their performance in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (B.E.C.E.) conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).

  3. Check Your Placement

    Successful applicants are placed by the Ghana Education Service (GES). Placement results are published through the official CSSPS platform and displayed on the school's notice board. Admission letters provide all the information required to complete enrolment.

Foreign and Private Applicants

Foreign students and private candidates may apply directly to Ramseyer Technical Institute and may be required to sit for an internal entrance examination.

Transfer Applicants

Students wishing to transfer from another technical or senior high institution should contact the school administration for guidance on eligibility requirements and transfer procedures.

After Admission

Every admitted student receives the RTI Prospectus, which outlines the academic programmes, school regulations, student life, fees, and other important information for the academic year.