Hotel Revenue Management Fundamentals
Objectives:
• Understand the key concepts and principles of revenue management in the hotel industry
• Learn how to analyze and interpret hotel performance data
• Develop strategies to optimize revenue and profitability
Course Content:
Introduction to Hotel Revenue Management
• Definition and importance of revenue management in the hotel industry
• Historical development and evolution of revenue management
Demand Forecasting and Analysis
• Factors influencing hotel demand
• Techniques for forecasting hotel demand
• Analyzing historical data and market trends
Pricing Strategies and Tactics
• Pricing objectives and methods
• Dynamic pricing and rate fencing
• Competitor analysis and benchmarking
Inventory Management
• Overbooking and displacement costs
• Allocation of room inventory
• Channel management and distribution
Revenue Management Systems and Tools
• Revenue management software and tools
• Data collection and analysis
• Performance metrics and KPIs
Revenue Management Organization and Culture
• Organizational structure and roles
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Developing a revenue management culture
Case Studies and Best Practices
• Successful revenue management strategies
• Challenges and pitfalls in revenue management
• Adapting revenue management to different hotel segments
FOR WHOM:
This course is designed for hospitality managers, general managers, revenue managers, and other hospitality professionals responsible for the financial performance of their organization.
Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities
DATE:
1ST BATCH: 28th – 31st Jan, 2025
2ND BATCH: 27th – 30th May, 2025
3RDBATCH: 14th – 17th Oct, 2025
25, Queen street, Alagomeji Bus Stop, Yaba, Lagos