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Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hotel Management

Graduate Certificate

Course snapshot

Domestic snapshot

  • Course abbreviation

    GradCertIntTour&HotelMgt

  • Course code

    1004730

  • Credit points

    48

  • Equivalent units

    4

  • Indicative Fee


Overview

The Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hotel Management covers four units of the Master of International Tourism and Hotel Management, from topics including but not limited to employee relations, event planning and management, financial analysis, gaming operations, destination marketing, and tourism and hospitality management. 

The Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hotel Management is a pathway award. Students who complete the Graduate Diploma are awarded four units of advanced standing towards the Master of International Tourism and Hotel Management.

Graduate AttributeCourse Learning Outcome
Intellectual rigour

Make informed decisions and demonstrate an understanding of theoretical concepts in relation to a range of contexts

Investigate, critically analyse, synthesise complex knowledge in the field of tourism and hotel management

Review and interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions.

Creativity

Apply creative, strategic and critical thinking to specialist problem-solving and be adaptive to new circumstances

Generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at a practical level

Ethical practice

Demonstrate substantial knowledge and understanding of ethical standards and professionalism

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

Act with integrity, responsibility and adaptability in professional practice

Knowledge of a discipline

Contextualise substantial knowledge of recent developments in tourism and hotel management within local and international contexts

Demonstrate and apply specialised theoretical knowledge and professional skills

Lifelong learning

Utilize independent specialist learning skills, reflective practice, and a high level of information literacy skills for lifelong learning

Demonstrate specialist judgement in planning and decision making

Evaluate, analyse and theorise about developments that contribute to professional practice or scholarship

Communication and social skills

Transmit complex ideas clearly, coherently and effectively

Be self-aware and empathetic in professional practice

Demonstrate an understanding of team dynamics and reflect on ability to be an effective member of a team and/or community of practice

Cultural competence

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

Review and analyse cultural, environmental and economic impacts

Location Teaching period UAC code QTAC code
Gold Coast Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 N/A N/A
Melbourne - The Hotel School Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 N/A N/A
Sydney - The Hotel School Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 N/A N/A
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 Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hotel Management a candidate shall successfully complete not less than four (4) units (48 credit points) comprising:
    1. four (4) units from Part A (excluding MNG93003 and BUS00913); OR
    2. two (2) units from Part A (excluding MNG93003 and BUS00913) and two (2) units from Part B (excluding MNG03237) of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules.

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 Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hotel Management a candidate shall successfully complete not less than four (4) units (48 credit points) comprising:
    1. four (4) units from Part A (excluding MNG93003 and BUS00913); OR
    2. two (2) units from Part A (excluding MNG93003 and BUS00913) and two (2) units from Part B (excluding MNG03237) of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules.

Course structure

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes

Part A (Core units)

MKT01907 Tourism and Hospitality Management Introductory
ACC00724 Accounting for Managers Introductory
MKT00720 Marketing Intermediate
MKT01906 International Tourism Systems Introductory
MNG03217 The Positive Leader Introductory
BUS00913 Business Research Methods Advanced
MNG93003 Industry Research Project Advanced Note 1

Part B

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
MNG00501 Contemporary Gaming Operations Introductory Note 2
MNG00503 Strategic Issues in Gaming Management Introductory Note 2
MNG00272 Business Events Management Intermediate
MNG00273 Events Management Intermediate
MNG00912 Environmental Management for Hotels and Attractions Introductory
MKT01909 Service Management for Tourism and Hospitality Introductory
MKT01760 Tourism Planning Environments Intermediate
MKT01762 Contemporary Hotel and Tourism Issues Introductory
ISY00244 Information and Communication Technology for Tourism Introductory
MNG03236 Business Professional Development Introductory
MNG03237 Tourism and Hotel Internship Advanced Note 1