GameWays Lodge Management & Marketing Course
A lodge is not just a place where people stay; it’s the central hub of an unforgettable African experience.
GameWays Lodge Management & Marketing Course
At Gameways, we specialise in top-notch practical and theoretical training for the game and lodge industry. This course is perfect for anyone wanting to learn how to successfully manage a lodge or hunting camp.
What Makes a Lodge Special?
A lodge is not just a place where people stay; it’s the central hub of an unforgettable African experience. The success of any lodge depends on the ability of its lodge manager. Therefore, every lodge must have a well-trained, knowledgeable, and experienced lodge manager.
Why is Lodge Management Important?
Tourism Attraction: Eco-wild tourism is a major draw for tourists.
Numerous Visitors: Thousands of hunters and tourists visit our game farms and stay in lodges.
All courses, except for anti-poaching and lodge management, are conducted in Afrikaans. Students who understand Afrikaans are welcome to sign up.
Course Dates for 2024
February 17 – May 18
October 24 – November 22 (English)
Excited to get started
Course Details
- No special subjects or nature knowledge are required to enrol in the course. Students only need to be able to read, learn, and write.
- The course is held on a game farm just outside Steenbokpan, 65 km from Ellisras (Lephalale) in the Limpopo province. (Facilities may be moved)
- The course fee for 2024 starts at R25,000.00 for 28 days.
- (18-55 years old)
- The course is conducted in Afrikaans and is open to both male and female students.
- The course can accommodate only 24 students.
- Spots for the first 24 students who submit a registration form and provide a 50% deposit to Gameways will be reserved.
- The balance of the tuition fees is due before the course start date.
What the Course Covers (Practical & Theoretical)
Lodge Management
Human Resource Management
Health and Safety Measures
Lodge Grading
General Management Skills
Basic Financial Management: Business Plan & Accounting
Administrative Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Coral Draw)
Conflict Management
Client Service & Phone Etiquette
Housekeeping
Diverse Nationalities (Overseas Hunters and Tourists) Different cultures are also discussed
Decor & Lodge Decoration
Lodge Amenities and Conferences
Culinary Arts & Catering
Wine and Alcoholic Beverages (Bar Management)
Purchasing and Inventory Recording
Brand Management
Brand Ambassador
Additional theory Certificate provided by Wildlife Campus for this course.
Interested in an adventure?
Practical & Theoretical Topics
Practical:
- Hotel Excursions
- Cooking (x3)
- Cheese Boards
- Event Planning
- Housekeeping (Practice)
- “Tented Camp” Excursions
- Maintenance Practice
- Execution of Scenarios
- Tasting of different Wine & Beer
Theoretical:
- Class Tests
- Weekly Tests
- Final Exam
- Projects
The course fee includes
- Two Gameways button-up shirts and a Gameways hat.
- A Gameways drinkware / coffee flask.
- Gameways study guide (Electronic)
- PowerPoint, Word & Excel resources provided for post-course use.
- Accommodation in a lodge with three meals a day included.
- Laundry once a week (not ironed).
- Special presentations by industry experts.
- Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a Gameways and a Wildlife Campus certificate.
