What does this course involve?
As you read this information, please note the course is going to be re-accredited. There will be significant changes to the information provided here.
If you are looking to advance into a middle-management role in the tourism industry, this course is designed to give you the essential skills and training.
You will learn how to effectively develop and implement business plans, sponsorship plans, local and regional tourism plans and marketing strategies.
You will also develop your management skills, learn how to recruit and select the right staff, and monitor their performance.
You also have the opportunity to increase your career prospects and win industry sponsored Dux of Course and Professional Excellence awards through Box Hill Institute.
This course is also available to international students.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with employment opportunities as a retail agency manager, an operations manager or a tourism manager in:
- travel agencies
- airlines
- wholesale tour companies
- regional tourism offices
- tourist attractions
- conference centres
- reception centres
- hire car companies
Common job titles may include:
- retail agency manager
- operations manager
- tourism manager
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into the Bachelor of Hospitality Management.
Can I apply?
- You must have successfully completed the Diploma of Tourism (Operations Management) or the Dual Diploma of Event Management/Hospitality Management
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Beginning of year
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
Length of course
Full time - 6 months
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus,
Whitehorse Campus,
Nelson Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Oral presentation
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Project work
- Examination or testing
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.