Online Courses Handbook 2003

301215 v.2 Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism Management

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

13328 v.4 Services Information Management 561 3.0 25.0

301211 v.2 Tourism Management (Impacts and Influences) 565 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.3 Administrative Management 561 3.0 25.0

13308 v.4 Hospitality Industry Management 575 3.0 25.0

301212 v.3 Events and MICE Management 570 3.0 25.0

4688 v.5 Human Resource Management (Overview) 560 3.0 25.0

100.0