COURSE INFORMATION
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K91 Bachelor of Tourism Management | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Provides specific, industry-focussed theoretical knowledge and practical skills for a career in management in the tourism industry. Tourism is one of the fastest growing sectors of the economy, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, and a critical factor in sustaining growth in this sector is a competent workforce. This course equips students with the essential knowledge, competencies and professional attributes required by middle and senior levels of management in contemporary tourism or travel organisations. It commences with an introduction to the tourism industry and focuses on the application of key aspects of planning & development, marketing, accounting, e-business systems, service management, event management, research methods and business development. Specialist units focus on eco-tourism, cultural tourism, eco-recreation & heritage interpretation, cruise ship tourism, special interest tourism, business events management, event operations management, contemporary issues and professional industry experience. Students have the opportunity to further specialise and give their studies a stronger focus in various fields, including hospitality management, event management, marketing, human resource management and public relations.
Careers Visitor Centre Manager, Theme Park Manager, Tourist Attraction Manager, Retail Travel and Tour Operator, Destination Marketer, Cruise Ship Supervisor, Ecotourism Operator, Tour Guide, Event Manager, Travel Consultant |
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Standard University admission requirements apply. |
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COURSE LOCATION This course is available on Joondalup Campus. |
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MODE OF STUDY This course is available by Full-time, or Part-time mode. |
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MODE OF DELIVERY This course is available in the following mode of delivery - On-campus. |
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 3/15/2012 VET: 3/15/2012