Welcome to the exciting and dynamic world of tourism and hospitality! Whether as travellers or service providers, the business of tourism and hospitality is a multifaceted industry that spans the globe and affects every facet of our lives. Despite the tremendous challenges and volatility facing the industry in recent years, tourism and leisure has still proved to be a resilient and secure economic sector. As the industry continues to evolve and mature, the opportunities that await those pursuing a career in leisure, tourism and hospitality are endless.

The business of tourism and hospitality is a multifaceted industry that spans the globe and affects every facet of our lives. As the industry continues to evolve and mature, the opportunities that await those pursuing a career in leisure, tourism and hospitality are endless. The Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is designed to introduce students to core tourism, leisure and hospitality concepts, plus foundation management skills required to successfully manage and develop a tourism and hospitality business, or related leisure and recreation enterprises.

At the end of the programme, students will be able to:

• Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the tourism and hospitality industry, its developments, career opportunities and challenges
• Understand the roles and significance of various participants within the tourism system and hospitality sector
• Describe the major tourist market segments and use this segmentation to target and meet the wants, needs and expectations of the traveling public
• Demonstrate an understanding of the operations of major functional departments in tourism and hospitality organisations.
• Gain an overview of marketing principles and basic business management practices
• Develop a working knowledge of geographical and environmental factors in tourism associated to destination products.

Progression Pathway

Upon successful completion of this programme, graduates can advance on to the Bachelor of Business (International Hotel and Resort Management), awarded by the Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Pty Ltd, subjected to the school's entry requirements. 

Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School is voted the #1 hotel management school in Australasia. (TNS Survey 2010)

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Course Structure

This programme consists of 8 modules, amounting to a total of 240 contact hours for the full-time pathway.

Course Outline

• Principles of Hospitality Management
• Economics
• Destination and Tourism Management
• Financial Accounting
• Foodservice Operations and Management
• Communication and Information Systems in Business
• Accommodation Operations
• Marketing for Tourism and Hospitality

The delivery of modules may not follow the sequence as shown and is subject to change.

Duration

The programme is delivered over 10 months for the full-time pathway.

Assessment and Examination

At the commencement of each module, students will be provided the assessment mode and weightings for the module.  Most modules have several points of assessment, which may include assignments, tests, projects and final examinations.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirements are:

Local Student Admission

• 5 GCE 'O' Level passes or equivalent, including English, OR
• 3 GCE 'O' Level passes or equivalent, including English and with at least 3 years of work experience
• Higher NITEC (or NITEC, subject to minimum grades)

International Student Admission

• For more information on International Students Entry Requirements, please click here.

Applicants who do not meet the above requirements may also apply, but will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Graduation Requirements

For more information on graduation requirements, please click here.

Availability

Local Student Admission

Full-time intakes 2012 : Jan, May and Oct

International Student Admission

Full-time intakes 2012 : Jan, May and Oct

Course Fees

Full-time pathway

Graduates of PSB Academy can enjoy fee rebates for subsequent courses. Please contact your Admissions Officer for further details.

* All fees inclusive of 7% GST and subject to change annually
* Course fee excludes textbooks
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Updated on 23 Feb 2012; PSB Academy reserves the right to amend this information without prior notice.