Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management

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Course Description

You’ll prepare for management roles in travel and tourism with our Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management. Learn business operations, regulations, sustainable practices and planning while gaining practical skills and hands-on experience.

Explore metropolitan and regional destinations, visit tourism operators and hear from experienced professionals and guest speakers. You’ll even get the chance to lead your own tour and build real industry experience.

If you want to take it further, you can apply for an optional industry placement, giving you a taste of the real world – applications and interviews are required. By the time you graduate, you’ll have the skills, knowledge and connections to confidently start your career in travel and tourism.

Career Opportunities

Tour Guide
Tour Operator
Information Officer
Museum Guide
Travel Consultant
Visitor Experience Officer

Pathways

Progress through further study and into employment with more skills in your pocket. Explore more pathway options from this course.

COURSE DETAILS

Course Code

SIT50122

Study Area

Tourism, Travel

Course Level

Diploma

Course Intake

February, July

Duration

1 year

Campus

Melbourne

Course Mode

Full-time

Course Hours

Full-time: 20-25 per week

Course Structure

Please note that the order of the delivery of units and elective units available may vary between campuses, course modes and intakes.

Stage 1

SITTIND003Source and use information on the tourism and travel industry

SITTTVL003Provide advice on Australian destinations

SITTTVL001Access and interpret product information

SITTTVL004Sell tourism products or services

SITTGDE017Prepare and present tour commentaries or activities

Stage 2

SITTTVL007Use a computerised reservations or operations system

SITTGDE016Lead tour groups

SITXCCS010Provide visitor information

SITTTVL002Provide advice on international destinations

SITTPPD014Coordinate and operate sustainable tourism activities

Stage 3

SITXMGT005Establish and conduct business relationships [PLACEMENT]

SITXFIN008Interpret financial information

SITXFIN009Manage finances within a budget

SITXFIN010Prepare and monitor budgets

SITTTVL005Prepare customer quotations

SITXCCS016Develop and manage quality customer service practices

SITXWHS007Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

SITXCOM010Manage conflict

Stage 4

SITXCCS015Enhance customer service experiences

SITXHRM009Lead and manage people

BSBTWK501Lead diversity and inclusion

SIRXOSM007Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting

SITXMGT004Monitor work operations

Timetables

Want to get a handle on your schedule? Find timetables for tourism, hospitality, events and hotel management courses at the Melbourne campus for our next intake. Please note timetables are subject to change.

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