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Bachelor of Business in International Hospitality Management

Bachelors Degree

Course snapshot

Domestic snapshot

  • Course abbreviation

    BBusIntHospMgt

  • Course code

    3004130

  • Credit points

    288

  • Equivalent units

    24

  • Indicative Fee

    Commonwealth supported

Overview

This course will be replaced by the Bachelor of Business in Tourism and Hospitality Management for domestic students in 2015.

The Bachelor of Business in International Hospitality Management is designed to give students business and hospitality management skills to enable them to pursue a career as an industry leader at a national or international level.

Graduates will be highly qualified to meet the challenges associated with working for or operating a hospitality business. This course combines theory with practical industry-based experience and the opportunity to develop professional networks.

This course offers an optional international exchange program for second year students to study in the United States, Canada, England, Austria, the Netherlands or Hong Kong.

Graduate AttributeCourse Learning Outcome
Intellectual rigour

Make decisions and exercise judgement in relation to international hospitality management

Review, critically analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge in international hospitality management

Creativity

Demonstrate creative, strategic and critical thinking with highly developed problem-solving skills

Ethical practice

Demonstrate an understanding of ethical standards and professionalism

Evaluate issues with reference to sound ethical framework/s and sustainable practices

Act with integrity and responsibility in professional practice

Knowledge of a discipline

Demonstrate substantial knowledge of hospitality within both local and international contexts

Have a deep understanding of those skills relevant to working and managing in hospitality settings

Lifelong learning

Demonstrate independent learning skills, reflection in practice, and information literacy skills for lifelong learning

Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship

Communication and social skills

Communicate clearly, coherently and effectively, and be self-aware and empathetic

Demonstrate understanding of team dynamics and the ability to be effective team members

Cultural competence

Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for cultural diversity and the relationship between people in a range of professional and community contexts

Demonstrate awareness of the cultural, environmental and economic impacts of hospitality management

An internship program, which counts as four units of the degree, provides students in their final study session with a block of practical workplace experience in a hospitality, event or tourism organisation in Australia or overseas. Students also have the option to undertake a research-based project.

There are two majors available in this course:

Gaming covers the key issues in managing gaming venues including the basic principles behind game design, utilising new technology, engaging with the community and strategically planning the future of the gaming business.

Hotels and Resorts aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to manage and promote a hospitality organisation or operation. Students study contemporary trends in the industry, the political and cultural factors that shape the way international hospitality organisations are managed, as well as cruise ship tourism, coastal and marine tourism, hospitality sales and promotion, food and beverage management, food service operations, rooms division management, conventions and events, and entrepreneurship.

Location Teaching period UAC code QTAC code
Coffs Harbour Session 1 , Session 2 334150 054651
Gold Coast Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 334160 054061
Online Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 N/A N/A

Requirements

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.

Course requirements

  1. To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Business in International Hospitality Management a candidate shall successfully complete twenty-four (24) units comprising:
    1. all units listed in Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules;
    2. all units listed in Part B of the Schedule; and
    3. one (1) eight-unit (8) major listed in Part C of the Schedule.
  2. To be eligible for the Award of Associate Degree of Business in International Hospitality Management, a candidate shall have successfully completed sixteen (16) units comprising:
    1. all units listed in Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules; and
    2. any eight (8) units from either Part B or Part C.

International Exchange Program

Candidates permitted to participate in a one session exchange program at an approved partner university overseas shall:

  1. undertake units at the partner university which have been approved by the School Board;
  2. successfully complete four (4) units of a full time student load at the partner university in order to receive a maximum of four (4) units recorded as “Satisfied Requirements” at Southern Cross University; and
  3. abide by the rules and conditions of the partner university and the exchange agreement.

Entry requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows

Language requirements

  1. To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Business in International Hospitality Management a candidate shall successfully complete twenty-four (24) units comprising:
    1. all units listed in Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules;
    2. all units listed in Part B of the Schedule; and
    3. one (1) eight-unit (8) major listed in Part C of the Schedule.
  2. To be eligible for the Award of Associate Degree of Business in International Hospitality Management, a candidate shall have successfully completed sixteen (16) units comprising:
    1. all units listed in Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules; and
    2. any eight (8) units from either Part B or Part C.

International Exchange Program

Candidates permitted to participate in a one session exchange program at an approved partner university overseas shall:

  1. undertake units at the partner university which have been approved by the School Board;
  2. successfully complete four (4) units of a full time student load at the partner university in order to receive a maximum of four (4) units recorded as “Satisfied Requirements” at Southern Cross University; and
  3. abide by the rules and conditions of the partner university and the exchange agreement.

Course structure

Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.

Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
Year 1, Session 1
Part-time students should select two units for Year 1, Session 1 and the remaining two units for Year 2, Session 1
COM00207 -  Communication in Organisations Introductory
SOY00411 -  Tourism Theories and Practices Introductory
MKT00127 -  Tourism and Hospitality Marketing Introductory
MNG00440 -  Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Management Introductory
Year 1, Session 2
Part-time students should select two units for Year 1, Session 2 and the remaining two units for Year 2, Session 2
ACC10707 -  Accounting for Business Introductory
MNG01413 -  Human Resource and Workplace Management Intermediate
MNG00441 -  Hospitality Services Management Introductory
ECO00424 -  Economic Analysis for Tourism and Hospitality Introductory
Year 2, Session 1
LAW00203 -  Business Law and Ethics for Tourism and Hospitality Intermediate
3 unit(s) from: <Hotels and Resorts Major
Year 2, Session 2
MNG10476 -  Professional Development for the Workplace Intermediate
MNG10723 -  Hospitality: History, Politics and Culture Advanced
2 unit(s) from: Hotels and Resorts Major
Year 3, Session 1
MNG00417 -  Strategic Management for Tourism and Hospitality Enterprises Advanced
MNG00415 -  Tourism and Hospitality Research and Analysis Advanced
2 unit(s) from: Hotels and Resorts Major
Year 3, Session 2
MKT01221 -  Intern Study I Advanced Note 1
MKT01222 -  Intern Study II Advanced Note 1
MKT01223 -  Intern Study III Advanced Note 1
MKT01224 -  Intern Study IV Advanced Note 1

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
Year 1, Session 1
Part-time students should select two units for Year 1, Session 1 and the remaining two units for Year 2, Session 1
COM00207 -  Communication in Organisations Introductory
SOY00411 -  Tourism Theories and Practices Introductory
MKT00127 -  Tourism and Hospitality Marketing Introductory
MNG00440 -  Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Management Introductory
Year 1, Session 2
Part-time students should select two units for Year 1, Session 2 and the remaining two units for Year 2, Session 2
ACC10707 -  Accounting for Business Introductory
MNG01413 -  Human Resource and Workplace Management Intermediate
MNG00441 -  Hospitality Services Management Introductory
ECO00424 -  Economic Analysis for Tourism and Hospitality Introductory
Year 2, Session 1
LAW00203 -  Business Law and Ethics for Tourism and Hospitality Intermediate
BUS00211 -  The Casino, Club and Hotel Environment Intermediate
BUS00213 -  Global Gaming Impacts Intermediate
1 unit(s) from: Gaming Major
Year 2, Session 2
MNG10476 -  Professional Development for the Workplace Intermediate
BUS00212 -  Fundamentals of Gaming Technology Management Intermediate
BUS00214 -  Gaming Management, Planning and Governance Intermediate
MNG10723 -  Hospitality: History, Politics and Culture Advanced
Year 3, Session 1
MNG00417 -  Strategic Management for Tourism and Hospitality Enterprises Advanced
MNG00415 -  Tourism and Hospitality Research and Analysis Advanced
2 unit(s) from: Gaming Major
Year 3, Session 2
MKT01221 -  Intern Study I Advanced Note 1
MKT01222 -  Intern Study II Advanced Note 1
MKT01223 -  Intern Study III Advanced Note 1
MKT01224 -  Intern Study IV Advanced Note 1

Note 1:

Intern Study MKT01221–4 may be taken either throughout the course during times when other units are not scheduled, or over a 20-week (600 hours) period after the completion of 19 units. All internship placements must be approved by the Work Integrated Learning Coordinator prior to commencement.

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes

Part A
COM00207 Communication in Organisations Introductory
SOY00411 Tourism Theories and Practices Introductory
MKT00127 Tourism and Hospitality Marketing Introductory
MNG00440 Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Management Introductory
ACC10707 Accounting and Finance for Business Introductory
MNG00441 Hospitality Services Management Introductory
MNG01413 Human Resource and Workplace Management Intermediate
ECO00424 Economic Analysis for Tourism and Hospitality Introductory

Part B
LAW00203 Business Law and Ethics for Tourism and Hospitality Intermediate
MNG10476 Professional Development for the Workplace Intermediate
MNG00417 Strategic Management for Tourism and Hospitality Enterprises Advanced
MNG00415 Tourism and Hospitality Research and Analysis Advanced
MKT01221 Intern Study I Advanced Note 1
MKT01222 Intern Study II Advanced Note 1
MKT01223 Intern Study III Advanced Note 1
MKT01224 Intern Study IV Advanced Note 1

Part C

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
Core
MNG10723 Hospitality: History, Politics and Culture Advanced
Choose seven (7) from:
BUS00211 The Casino, Club and Hotel Environment Intermediate
HOS10199 Foodservice Operations Intermediate
MKT01420 Convention and Exhibition Planning Intermediate
MNG00135 Managing Rooms Division Operations Intermediate
MNG00427 Entrepreneurship in Tourism and Hospitality Intermediate
SCI00419 Food and Beverage Management Intermediate
MKT00128 Tourism and Hospitality Sales and Promotion Intermediate
MNG10291 The Cruise Business Intermediate
MNG01222 Facility and Risk Management for Hospitality Operations Intermediate
MNG10724 Coastal and Marine Tourism Intermediate
MNG00418 Managing eBusiness in Tourism and Hospitality Intermediate
EXE00221–4 Tourism and Hospitality International Exchange I–IV

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
Core
MNG10723 Hospitality: History, Politics and Culture Advanced
BUS00211 The Casino, Club and Hotel Environment Intermediate
BUS00212 Fundamentals of Gaming Technology Management Intermediate
BUS00213 Global Gaming Impacts Intermediate
BUS00214 Gaming Management, Planning and Governance Intermediate
Choose three (3) from:
MNG20007 Wine Studies Intermediate
MNG00421 Festival and Special Events Planning Intermediate
MNG10228 Production Management for Conventions and Events Intermediate
MNG01222 Facility and Risk Management for Hospitality Operations Intermediate
MNG00427 Entrepreneurship in Tourism and Hospitality Intermediate
SCI00419 Food and Beverage Management Intermediate
MKT00128 Tourism and Hospitality Sales and Promotion Intermediate
EXE00221–4 Tourism and Hospitality International Exchange I–IV