Master of International Tourism and Hotel Management
Masters by CourseworkCourse snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
2 years full-time; 4 years part-time
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Location
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Placements
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ATAR
NA
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Inherent Requirements
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
MintTour&HotelMgt
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Course code
1207320
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Credit points
192
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Equivalent units
16
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Indicative Fee
Overview
The Master of International Tourism and Hotel Management is designed for students who wish to gain a higher degree to help them secure senior management employment in tourism or hospitality organisations. It equips graduates with advanced business acumen, management skills and specialised industry knowledge considered essential for managerial-level graduates. Graduates of this course will emerge as confident leaders, sensitive to complex issues and challenges that at times confront the global tourism and hotel industries.
The degree is flexible, enabling students to choose a study plan that matches their career path. Students study core business management units then select from a range of specialised units relevant to their career path including tourism management, gaming management, hotel management and convention and event management.
A Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma in International Tourism and Hotel Management are also available.
Students who have completed a relevant Bachelor degree may receive four units of advanced standing towards the Masters degree.
Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
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Intellectual rigour | Make informed decisions and demonstrate autonomous discernment in relation to a range of contexts Investigate, critically analyse, synthesise and interpret complex knowledge in the field of tourism and hotel management Justify and interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions |
Creativity | Apply creative, strategic and critical thinking to expert problem-solving and be adaptive to new circumstances Generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at both an abstract and practical level |
Ethical practice | Demonstrate superior knowledge and understanding of ethical standards and professionalism Evaluate and analyse 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 advanced and integrated knowledge of recent developments in tourism and hotel management within local and international contexts Demonstrate advanced and integrated theoretical knowledge in the study of tourism and hotel management Apply research principles and methods appropriate to the industry |
Lifelong learning | Utilize independent and expert learning skills, reflective practice, and a high level of information literacy skills for lifelong learning Demonstrate expert judgement in planning and decision making Plan and execute a capstone research-based project and/or piece of scholarship |
Communication and social skills | Interpret, develop and communicate 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 Justify and interpret cultural, environmental and economic impacts |
As part of this course, students may choose to undertake a 300-hour internship (equivalent to two units) in either a paid or volunteer role. This practical experience, combined with theoretical understanding, enhances the learning experience for students who have a professional and personal interest in this high growth area.
Students are responsible for securing their internship placement and are given extensive assistance in interview and application procedures, access to an extensive database of potential employers and roles and ongoing support from the dedicated work integrated learning team.
The course provides a comprehensive study of aspects of tourism and hotel management from both theoretical and practical 'real world' perspectives taught by academics with industry backgrounds.
In addition to the core units, students choose from a range of elective topics including: tourist behaviour, tourism planning, business events, event planning and design, environmental management for hotels and attractions, service management, gaming behaviour and strategic gaming management.
Students also undertake an independent research project towards the end of their study.
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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Gold Coast | Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 | N/A | N/A |
Melbourne - The Hotel School | 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
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To be eligible for the award of Master of International Tourism and Hotel Management a candidate shall successfully complete not less than 16 units comprising:
- All units from Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules;
- Four (4) units from Part B of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules; and
- Four (4) units from Part C 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
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To be eligible for the award of Master of International Tourism and Hotel Management a candidate shall successfully complete not less than 16 units comprising:
- All units from Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules;
- Four (4) units from Part B of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules; and
- Four (4) units from Part C of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules.
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 |
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Session 1, Year 1 |
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MKT01906 - International Tourism Systems | Introductory | ||||
MKT01907 - Tourism and Hospitality Management | Introductory | ||||
Choose 2 units from: Part B | |||||
Session 2, Year 1 |
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ACC00724 - Accounting for Managers | Introductory | ||||
BUS00913 - Research Methods for Tourism and Hospitality | Advanced | ||||
Choose 2 units from: Part B | |||||
Session 3, Year 1 |
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MNG03217 - Leading and Managing People | Introductory | ||||
MKT00720 - Marketing | Intermediate | ||||
MNG93003 - Industry Research Project | Advanced | Note 1 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Session 1, Year 1 |
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Choose 3 units from: Part C | |||||
Session 2, Year 1 |
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ACC00724 - Accounting for Managers | Introductory | ||||
Choose 1 unit from: Part C | |||||
Choose 1 unit from: Part B | |||||
Session 3, Year 1 | |||||
MNG03217 - Leading and Managing People | Introductory | ||||
MKT00720 - Marketing | Intermediate | ||||
Session 1, Year 2 |
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MKT01907 - Tourism and Hospitality Management | Introductory | ||||
MKT01906 - International Tourism Systems | Introductory | ||||
1 unit from: Part B | |||||
Session 2, Year 2 |
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BUS00913 - Research Methods for Tourism and Hospitality | Advanced | ||||
2 units from: Part B | |||||
Session 3, Year 2 |
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MNG93003 - Industry Research Project | Advanced | Note 1 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Session 1, Year 1 |
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Choose 4 units from: Part C | |||||
Session 2, Year 1 |
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ACC00724 - Accounting for Managers | Introductory | ||||
Choose 3 units from: Part B | |||||
Session 3, Year 1 |
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MNG03217 - Leading and Managing People | Introductory | ||||
MKT00720 - Marketing | Intermediate | ||||
BUS00913 - Research Methods for Tourism and Hospitality | Advanced | ||||
Choose 1 unit from: Part B | |||||
Session 1, Year 2 |
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MKT01907 - Tourism and Hospitality Management | Introductory | ||||
MKT01906 - International Tourism Systems | Introductory | ||||
MNG93003 - Industry Research Project | Advanced | Note 1 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Session 1, Year 1 |
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MKT01906 - International Tourism Systems | Introductory | ||||
MKT01907 - Tourism and Hospitality Management | Introductory | ||||
Choose 1 unit from: Part B | |||||
Session 2, Year 1 |
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ACC00724 - Accounting for Managers | Introductory | ||||
Choose 2 units from: Part B | |||||
Session 3, Year 1 |
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MNG03217 - Leading and Managing People | Introductory | ||||
MKT00720 - Marketing | Intermediate | ||||
BUS00913 - Research Methods for Tourism and Hospitality | Advanced | ||||
Session 1, Year 2 |
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MNG93003 - Industry Research Project | Advanced | Note 1 | |||
Choose 1 unit from: Part B |
Note 1:
Double-weighted unit
Note 2:
The MNG03237 Tourism and Hotel Internship unit is equivalent to two units, usually completed over a 10-week (300 hours) period towards the completion of the degree. All internship placements must be approved by the Work Integrated Learning Coordinator, prior to commencement. Students who wish to enrol in MNG03237 must first complete MNG03236 Tourism and Hotel Professional Development, in preparation for Internship.
Note 3:
Not available 2015
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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 |
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Part C |
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