Core - subjects with a [1] are delivered concurrently, subjects with a [2] credit is granted.
HOSP320
Contempory Hr Management For The Hospitality Industry
6 pts
This subject explores the human resource function and evaluates human resource strategies and processes appropriate to the management of a hospitality and tourism workplace.
HOSP100
Introduction To Hospitality Studies
6 pts
This subject aims to provide an introduction to the field of hospitality studies and establish frameworks to examine and explore the principal ideas and theories in the literature on hospitality. It also aims to provide an orientation to study in higher education and develop study skills to facilitate self-directed learning.
HOSP120
Business & Hospitality Law
6 pts
This subject gives an overview of important legal topics that are relevant to modern business practice. It will examine the legal process and framework in Australia. Students will be introduced to the basic principles and practices of business law. Emphasis will be placed upon understanding the legal reasoning relating to commercial law. Key laws relating specifically to the hospitality industry will also be examined.
HOSP130
Perspectives On The Hospitality Industry
6 pts
This subject is designed to provide students with knowledge and understanding of the Australian hospitality industry. The industry’s growth during the twentieth century into a position of economic significance, and the challenges this growth presents for the future are discussed. The course focuses on the structure, segments and environments of the Australian industry, and examines current and emerging trends in order to anticipate possible future scenarios.
HOSP140
Industry Practicum
6 pts
Managers in the hospitality industry are expected to combine a practical knowledge of hospitality operations with management expertise. This subject therefore provides the opportunity to gain practical experience in the industry for those students who enter the course without substantial hospitality experience.
HOSP210
Financial Management For The Hospitality Industry
6 pts
This subject will introduce students to a range of tools and techniques to enable them to make financial decisions that relate to businesses within the hospitality and tourism industry.
HOSP220
Marketing Management In Hospitality
6 pts
This subject aims to apply holistically the learning from the listed pre-requisite subjects to research, develop and fully cost a marketing plan for a hospitality/tourism business/product/service. Particular emphasis is placed on the marketing plan.
HOSP310
Methods Of Enquiry And Contemporary Issues In Hospitality Industry
6 pts
This subject is designed to provide detailed knowledge and understanding about the use and application of social research processes to understand, analyse and manage change within hospitality and tourism.
MAN210
Social Research & Business Statistics
6 pts
This subject presents an introduction to social science research methodology and business statistics. It seeks to provide students with critical thinking and analytical skills in carrying out empirical research.
MAN220
Management Of Organisational Behaviour
6 pts
This subject teaches organisational behaviour theories and concepts in the context of emerging workplace realities through the ‘theory-practice’ link approach. It helps students understand and develop insights into individual and group behaviours in organisational settings, and into the link to organisational performance.
MAN230
Perspectives On Asia And Pacific Culture And Business
6 pts
This subject integrates various perspectives of management within the cultural context of international business. It draws upon multidisciplinary case studies from within the Asia-Pacific region and discusses contemporary management issues relating to the cultural aspects of business, with specific focus on Asia and China.
MAN310
Managing Control Perspectives
6 pts
This subject takes an overview of the control process for the overall success of an organisation through the managerial perspectives of operations management and quality management. A conceptual orientation is adopted which further integrates knowledge management as a process in managing the performance outcome. Context-specific discussion and explanations are facilitated through industry case studies and cases applicable across multiple industries.
MAN320
Contemporary Organisational Leadership
6 pts
This subject introduces the various theories and themes of leadership within the dynamics of organisational context and processes. Through case analysis and practical exercises, it aims to encourage students to explore and discuss how the leadership concepts and ideas are played out in the workplace. This subject also attempts to engage students to reflect on the meaning of leadership, and to critically analyse and explore contemporary leadership issues and their implications for management.
MAN330
Workbased Hospitality Management Project
12 pts
This is a capstone subject, which aims to integrate and put into practice the knowledge and skills learned throughout the course in a relevant industry setting. In addition, it is designed to provide an opportunity for students to generate a portfolio or summary document, and to work up a presentation, which they can subsequently use to demonstrate to potential employers the application of their management capabilities in an appropriate industry setting.
MINN310
Strategic Project Management
6 pts
This subject is designed to provide detailed knowledge and understanding as a foundation for initiating and managing new venture projects. Students will gain an understanding of the processes involved in the research and development of a product/service and in the steps involved in bringing it to market commercialisation.
BMK101
Marketing Concepts
6 pts
This is an introductory subject for marketing and marketing management with a focus on the marketing of consumer goods and services. Students will be introduced to the concepts of marketing strategies, and given the opportunity to apply the theoretical aspects of the course to problems similar to those encountered in the business environment.
BAC101
Accounting For Decision Making
6 pts
This subject will examine how information produced by the traditional book-keeping process is used by various decision makers in allocating scarce resources. The emphasis in this subject is on the 'users' of accounting information not the processes for the preparation of the accounting information. The tools used for decision making by external users and management are explored in detail along with accounting information systems and the internal controls necessary to produce useful information. The accounting for short-term management will also be examined.
BMM202
Workplace Communication
6 pts
This subject will develop understanding and skills necessary to communicate effectively in the modern business environment. The student will develop their understanding and ability of formal oral and written communication, negotiation, meetings, conflict resolution, problem solving and interpersonal skills within this environment.
Electives - subjects with a [1] are delivered concurrently, subjects with a [2] credit is granted.
BAC302
Accounting Concepts And Systems
6 pts
This subject will examine the conceptual framework for financial accounting together with developing a sound practical knowledge of thecrecording and reporting process.
HOSP110
Perspectives On Food & Beverage Appreciation
6 pts
This subject aims to develop product knowledge of food, wine and beverages, and to cultivate an appreciation of the integration of wine and beverages with cuisine. Students will also gain a practical knowledge of the requirements for product storage, handling and service, along with an understanding of appropriate management systems required to implement consistent, effective and compliant processes.
HOSP112
Perspectives On The Tourism Industry
6 pts
HOSP231
It Management Systems For The Hospitality Industry
6 pts
This course provides tools and theoretical knowledge in management information systems in contemporary hospitality businesses. It acknowledges the role of students as prospective managers, who are typically end users rather than computer programmers or systems designers, and aims to provide them with an understanding of the management issues associated with information technology.
HOSP240
Sustainability For The Hospitality Industry
6 pts
This subject explores the concepts and worldviews underpinning a range of western and non-western approaches to growth and development, with particular emphasis on their environmental impact. It aims to enhance managerial competence through the application of sustainable principles and practices that forecast a more positive ecological outcome and reduced environmental footprint for a hospitality operation.
HOSP330
Yield/Revenue Management
6 pts
This subject aims to provide an introduction to the theoretical concepts and practical application of yield and revenue management in the hospitality industry. The context of this application will concentrate on operational areas such as sales and marketing, reservations, front office, food and beverage, and catering.
HOSP340
Special Event Management And Marketing
6 pts
This subject is designed to provide detailed knowledge and understanding about the provision and management of special events such as product launches, industry expos and conferences, incentive programs and sponsorship opportunities. Students will learn of the critical role that the hospitality industry plays in the facilitation of special events, providing venues, food and beverage, and other associated support including travel, accommodation, entertainment and registration.
MAN120
Business Economics
6 pts
This subject introduces the fundamental principles and concepts of micro and macro economics relevant for business management decisions. It provides students with analytical tools for economic analysis and insights into current economic issues relating to market behaviour and operations of the firms. The subject also looks at how the larger sectors of our economy operate; in particular the household, business, government and international sectors, and the way in which these topics are related to the Australian economy.
MINN210
Entrepreneurship And Innovation
6 pts
This unit provides students with an understanding of entrepreneurship, innovation and new venture management. Students will learn how to leverage business management knowledge and use it successfully in entrepreneurial ventures. A key focus will be the development of enterprising and entrepreneurial attitudes, skills and behaviours to ensure the effective establishment, management or work regardless of organisational context.
UE210
Unspecified Elective
6 pts