Overview

The Professional Bed & Breakfast Course is designed to prepare you for the challenges of starting and running a professional B&B business.

As a prospective B&B owner, the course will help you examine your personal set of circumstances and make an informed decision about whether you, your family, your home and your bank balance are ready to enter the Bed & Breakfast industry. As an existing B&B owner, the course will teach you how to effectively manage, operate and market your business on a day to day basis. It will also assist you in evaluating your current B&B practises with a view to running an efficient, professional and profitable business.

In this course you will learn what business strategies characterise a professional B&B and how to incorporate them into your own business.

Prospective & Existing Owners

The Professional Bed & Breakfast Course is divided into two steams, one for prospective B&B owners and the other for existing B&B owners. Once enrolled you will be given the opportunity to select your stream. The course outline for each stream is provided below.

Testimonials

I didn't think starting my B&B would be quite as easy as hanging my "shingle" on the gate, and cooking bacon and eggs each morning, so I took this course with the Bed & Breakfast Institute to broaden my knowledge. I was totally blown away by the range of topics I hadn't even thought about, and amazed by the sheer "depth" of the coverage. I have learnt more in the first two modules, than my total knowledge of B&Bs previously. And far from daunting me, the course has actually fanned the fire, and shown me opportunities I wasn't aware of. Thank you B&BI for a great education.
M. Koens, Beecher QLD

Its been an amazing experience to be a part of this course. I've learn a lot in a very relaxed way. I felt motivated after each module and full of energy to complete the course and pursue my dream. Everyone who share the same dream as me must complete this course, you wont regret it.
C. Kubeka, SA

What you need to know

• There are no fixed enrol dates, simply enrol and start the course.
• The course contains 10 modules and 10 assignments.
• The recommended time to complete the course is 10 weeks, however, you can work at your own pace.
• Once you've enrol, you get to choose your steam, prospective or existing owner.
• No special computer knowledge is required, an ability to click & type is all you need.
• The assignments are not a memory test but designed to enable you to express your business ideas.
• Your tutor is there to support you as you progress through the course.

Prospective Owners

Aspiring B&B owners will learn how to start and run a professional B&B.

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The B&B Lifestyle

Review your motivations for starting your own business.

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Market Considerations

Understand your market - location and customers.

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Property Considerations

Consider important property issues that will effect your business.

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Business Fundamentals

Understand the fundamentals of running a B&B business.

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Management Principles and B&B Policies

Take a closer look at a range of practical management concepts.

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B&B Marketing

Successfully marketing your B&B is one key to success.

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Business Financials

Understanding business financials is the first step to profit.

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B&B Operations & Food

Understand aspects of cleanliness, safety and food preparation.

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Customer Relationship Management

Develop consistent and special guest experiences.

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Feasibility Study

Analyse your business concept before investing.

Existing Owners

Existing B&B owners will learn the day-to-day requirements of running a professional B&B business.

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B&B Health-Check Part 1

Complete a health-check of your business - part 1.

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B&B Health-Check Part 2

Part 2 includes a thorough property inspection and more.

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Management Principles

Learn business principles focussing on your role as manager.

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Management Implementation

Implement good business management practices.

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B&B Marketing

Understand B&B marketing and importance of a marketing plan.

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Business Financials

Managing your business = managing your financial position.

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B&B Operations & Food

Analyse day to day operations and improve efficiency.

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Customer Relationship Management

Develop professional guests relations.

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Business Plan

Prepare a road map for your business.

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Operations Manual

Develop a detailed manual for your B&B.