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

Standard University admission requirements apply.

The Bachelor of Tourism Management degree requires a minimum of 360 credit points (24 units) and normally requires three years of full-time study or the part-time equivalent.

The degree has the following main components:

1. a Core Program of 240 credit points (16 units); and
2. a Supplementary Program of 120 credit points (8 units) consisting of:

• an 8 unit major or supporting major;
• or a minor and electives;
• or two 4 unit minors;
• or 8 electives.

NOTE: All Bachelor of Tourism Management students must complete a minimum of 60 credit points (4 units) at third year level and no more than 150 credit points (10 units) at first year level.