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301215 v.2 Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism Management


PGradDipTourMgnt(Curtin)

Introduction

This course enables those with an undergraduate degree in business, commerce, tourism, hospitality or a related field, to further develop expertise in tourism management. It provides relevant knowledge and skills required for career advancement and management positions in the tourism and hospitality industry worldwide.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Dependent on qualifications and experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is two semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Tourism Management may apply for graduation in that award subject to the approval of the Head of School. For further definition refer to the statement and Awards section under General Information.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

   
13327 v.3   Tourism Management (Principles and Practices) 560 3.0 25.0
301211 v.2   Tourism Management (Impacts and Influences) 565 3.0 25.0
4688 v.5   Human Resource Management (Overview) 560 3.0 25.0
5472 v.8   Cross Cultural Communication and Transitions 580 3.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

   
13201 v.4   Administrative Management 560 3.0 25.0
13308 v.4   Hospitality Industry Management 575 3.0 25.0
13328 v.4   Services Information Management 561 3.0 25.0
301212 v.3   Events and MICE Management 570 3.0 25.0
  100.0
           

Availability

YearLocationPeriodAll*InternalExternal
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1 Y 
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2 Y 

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.



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