The Master of Management (Tourism and Hospitality) is designed to provide highly developed knowledge of contemporary management theories, concepts and skills as well as an advanced understanding of how Tourism and Hospitality organisations function, the diverse challenges they face and the complex environments in which they operate.

This postgraduate degree provides advanced, transferable, conceptual and professional skills through a program of student-centred learning and research experience in an industry setting. 

You will develop the cutting-edge professional management, communication, analytical and practical decision-making attributes required to make a valuable contribution in the Tourism and Hospitality sector. 

THE COURSE CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING:

• 3 semesters (12 subjects) of in-depth coursework studies plus 600 hours of work-integrated learning. 
• Delivery through a combination of small lectures, tutorials, workshops and industry research to cater for a range of learning styles.
• The two-year course duration means international students may be eligible for a two-year post-study work visa.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:

• possess an advanced understanding of key management concepts and skills underpinning business operations.
• critique a range of contemporary social, economic, political and cultural factors facing organisations in the new economy.
• communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• synthesise and articulate information in order to generate evidence-based and sustainable solutions for business problems.
• possess an integrated understanding of ethics, social responsibility and cultural awareness relevant to tourism and hospitality management.
• generate soundly researched, evidence-based and creative solutions for the tourism and hospitality sectors.
• apply theoretical knowledge and advanced professional skills generated through research, reflective practice and observations of the tourism and hospitality sectors.
• reflect on and evaluate personal management and leadership styles. 

Graduates of the Master of Management (Tourism and Hospitality) will benefit from a variety of enhanced career opportunities. Graduates will be positioned to take advantage of new opportunities in the rapidly expanding services industry, including government agencies, hospitality and entertainment services, retail travel, theme parks and attractions, tourism authorities, cruise companies, airlines and integrated resorts. Roles may include rooms division and front office, food and beverage management, accounts and finance, human resource management, sales and marketing.