Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hotel Management
Southern Cross University
Key Information
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Campus location
Bilinga, Australia
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning, On-Campus
Duration
6 - 12 months
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
AUD 13,000 *
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Introduction
Considering a career change to an industry with opportunities around the world? Get a taste for specializing in tourism or hotel management in this 6-month postgraduate program.
The Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hotel Management will prepare you with the foundational knowledge you need to understand the business operational needs, systems and theories for the tourism sector.
This degree will open a door to undertaking further study at Master level, whilst you get the flavor of the tourism and hospitality industry at a more serious level. You will study alongside students from around the world with diverse cultures and learn from experts in their field.
Career Opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in International Tourism and Hotel Management is for those who want to extend their knowledge of tourism, events or hotel management to improve career advancement prospects, or for those who want to begin a career in the industry.
Major Areas of Study
Topics covered in the Graduate Certificate provide students with a foundational understanding of the study of tourism and hotel operational and management issues relating to planning, sustainability, and social responsibility, as well as applied business and management skills in tourism and hospitality.
Assessment methods
Students are assessed in each unit on the basis of written and/or oral assignments. These may include researched essays, reports, presentations, case studies, portfolios, online discussions, tests and exams, as well as more interactive assessments such as blogs, wikis, online discussion boards and multimedia presentations. Students may also be asked to participate in group work as well as individual assignments. The weighting of assessment marks between assignments and examinations varies.
Teaching methods
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.
Our online study option is highly interactive and strives to promote collaboration and a sense of community. Students may receive a combination of a podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.