Duration
2 years (including - 1st stage Diploma of Tourism (Operations Management))
Intake dates
January
What does this course involve?
As you read this information, please note that this course is going to be re-accredited in the coming future. There will be significant changes to the course 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.
Entrance requirements
- Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass.
- Relevant employment experience in industry will be considered.
English Language Proficiency
- A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic).
- A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based.
Special admission requirements
None.
Cost
$AUD9,800 per year, plus additional course levy $AUD750, materials fee $AUD270.
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).
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into the Bachelor of Hospitality Management.
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus,
Whitehorse Campus,
Nelson Campus
Course Structure
Note:
The Advanced Diploma of Tourism Management is the second and final stage in the program.
All fees shown are in Australian dollars and do not include living or accommodation expenses. 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.