Courses Handbook 2008 - [ Archived ]

129811 v.4 Graduate Certificate in Tourism Management

GradCertTourMgnt(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 033862C
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 0.5 Years


Introduction

Designed so students with management and supervisory experience within the services, tourism and hospitality industry can develop an understanding and gain an insight into the principles and processes of tourism management, while pursuing a broad-based program in the theory and practice of general business management. On successful completion of the Graduate Certificate, students may be eligible to enrol in the Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management, Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism Management, the Postgraduate Diploma in Business (Management), the Master of Commerce (Management), or the Master of Tourism Management degree programs.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor's degree in a field other than business, economics or commerce, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution. OR Significant professional experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are not considered within this course.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study. Some units are available in the evenings.

Professional Recognition

Depending upon the major area of study chosen, graduates are eligible for membership to the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management.

Career Opportunities

Graduates generally find employment positions which focus on services and tourism management activities in the intermediary managerial level.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
11218 v.4   Communication in Organisations 560 3.0 25.0
  OR
306812 v.1   Innovative Organisations 564 3.0 25.0
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
5275 v.9   Management Principles and Practices 560 3.0 25.0
  100.0
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