Tourism and Hospitality Management
Why study Tourism and Hospitality Management?
The tourism and hospitality industries are the world’s largest employers. There is a growing demand for tourism graduates with business management skills and training.
Our dynamic Tourism Management course and our EPAS accredited Tourism and Hospitality course give you a real advantage in these competitive industries and prepare you to meet high standards of professional excellence.
Gain industry experience
We have established partnerships with some of the major players in the sport, tourism and hospitality industries. This gives you exposure to potential areas of employment.
Our courses are backed by internationally respected researchers and experts in the field of this major Australian and global industry.
Develop key business skills
Our programs offer you specialised tourism and hospitality subjects alongside core business subjects such as accounting, marketing and economics. Study food and beverage services, accommodation management, gastronomy, destination marketing and management, and service operations management.Develop your industry knowledge and core business management skills to plan tourism initiatives and operate hospitality businesses.
Ranked top for Tourism in Victoria
The Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality) is accredited by the European Foundation for Management Development (EMFD) through the prestigious EFMD Programme Accreditation System (EPAS).
ERA rankings place La Trobe's Tourism research as above world standard, the highest ranking in Victoria.
Career opportunities
Graduates may find work in a range of human service industries. These include tourism, event and conference management, sporting events and festivals, hotels and resorts, restaurants, clubs and bars, logistics, catering and banquet management, convention centres, event and conference management, and wholesale and retail management.
Courses
Local students
2013
Bachelor of Business (Event Management/Tourism Management)
- Duration :
- 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Melbourne 61.3
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The intersection of event management and tourism management offers many exciting career options - whether students wish to work at a resort or winery, for example, or promote tourism for a government body in a particular region. This course provides comprehensive studies in both fields of event management and marketing, blending theoretical studies with solid practical work that allows students to plan, stage and evaluate an event related to tourism.
For more information please visit:
the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law website
- Prerequisite
- Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any other English.
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. - Middle band
- Completion of Business Management facilitates 1additional aggregate point. Performance in prerequisite studies and Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria are also considered.
- How to apply
- Apply direct to the University for Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2013.
- Professional recognition
- Graduates may be eligible for professional recognition as an Accredited Meeting Manager with Meetings and Events Australia.
- Full course details
- Business (Event Management / Tourism Management)Melbourne
Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality)
- Duration :
- 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Melbourne 63.75
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This globally-accredited course covers a broad spectrum of issues across tourism and hospitality industries, and emphasises the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed for effective tourism and hospitality management. In 2011, this program was awarded the prestigious three-year EPAS Accreditation.
The curriculum aims to give students the broadest possible career options by combining a solid business degree - encompassing areas such as accounting, marketing and economics - with specialised tourism and hospitality studies. - Prerequisite
- VCE Units 3 and 4: study score of at least 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any English.
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Non-Year 12 selection may involve: ENTER/ATAR, VTAC Personal History online, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. - Middle band
- Re-ranking is based on prerequisite studies, Business (any), LOTE (any), and Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme criteria.
- Costs
- Melbourne campus: Students are required to purchase a basic hospitality uniform at a cost of approximately A$150. This can be purchased from any supplier, and remains the student's personal property.
- How to apply
- Apply direct to the University for Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2013.
- Full course details
- Business (Tourism and Hospitality)Melbourne
Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management)
- Duration :
- 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Melbourne n/a
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This degree aims to give students first-hand knowledge of travel and tourism operations, broad industry knowledge, and core business management skills that than can be applied professionally in small, medium and large tourism businesses. The curriculum complements a solid business degree (covering areas such as accounting, marketing and economics) with specialised tourism subjects including destinations marketing and management, travel operations and ticketing, tour guiding, event management and tourist attraction operations.
In the first year of studies, students take four foundation business subjects that may include: management, marketing, human resource management, accounting, finance, statistics, data management, economics and graduate capabilities such as writing, speaking, inquiry and research skills.
In addition, students who are new to the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law will have an academic writing skills assessment. Successful students can enrol in an elective or their chosen discipline-based subject.
However students who fail the assessment will need to complete an academic literacy subject to help them succeed in their course. Other first-year subjects may be either electives or discipline-based subjects in the student's chosen field.
For more information please visit:
the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law website - Prerequisite
- VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any other English.
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Non-Year 12 selection may involve: ENTER/ATAR, VTAC Personal History online, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. - Middle band
- Consideration is given to performance in prerequisite studies, Business (any), LOTE (any), and Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria.
- How to apply
- Apply direct to the University for Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2013.
- Full course details
- Business (Tourism Management) Melbourne
Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management/Marketing)
- Duration :
- 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Melbourne n/a
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Travel and tourism industries generate billions of dollars worldwide each year. To work successfully in this arena, professionals need excellent interpersonal, conceptual and critical thinking skills, and a thorough understanding of marketing.
This course aims to give students an understanding of the key role marketing plays in travel and tourism, along with a grounding in business studies. Distinguishing features include a teaching style that blends theory and practical work, where students have the opportunity undertake an industry project (practicum) and/or an international study tour. - Prerequisite
- Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any other English.
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. - Middle band
- Completion of Business Management facilitates 1 additional aggregate point. Consideration is also given to performance in prerequisite studies and to Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria.
- How to apply
- Apply direct to the University for Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2013.
- Professional recognition
- Graduates may be eligible for professional recognition as an Accredited Meeting Manager with Meetings and Events Australia.
- Full course details
- Business (Tourism Management / Marketing)Melbourne
Want to know more?
Feel free to ask us a question about any course for local students.
Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students.
International students
2013
Bachelor of Business (Event Management/Tourism Management) (072762F)
- Duration :
- 3 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 21 440
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The intersection of event management and tourism management offers many exciting career options - whether students wish to work at a resort or winery, for example, or promote tourism for a government body in a particular region. This course provides comprehensive studies in both fields of event management and marketing, blending theoretical studies with solid practical work that allows students to plan, stage and evaluate an event related to tourism.
For more information please visit:
the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law website
Melbourne - English Language Requirements
- Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the La Trobe International College website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;
TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;
TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;
La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;
or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 60
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 2 x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 60
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Indonesia (SMA) - 7.5
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate programs. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. Melbourne - Professional recognition
- Graduates may be eligible for professional recognition as an Accredited Meeting Manager with Meetings and Events Australia. Melbourne
- Full course details
- Business (Event Management / Tourism Management)Melbourne
Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality) (020412C)
- Duration :
- 3 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 21 440
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This globally-accredited course covers a broad spectrum of issues across tourism and hospitality industries, and emphasises the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed for effective tourism and hospitality management. In 2011, this program was awarded the prestigious three-year EPAS Accreditation.
The curriculum aims to give students the broadest possible career options by combining a solid business degree - encompassing areas such as accounting, marketing and economics - with specialised tourism and hospitality studies. Melbourne - English Language Requirements
- Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;
TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;
TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;
La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;
or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 60
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 2 x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 60
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Indonesia (SMA) - 7.5
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate programs. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. Melbourne - Additional costs
- Melbourne campus: Students are required to purchase a basic hospitality uniform at a cost of approximately A$150. This can be purchased from any supplier, and remains the student's personal property.
- Full course details
- Business (Tourism and Hospitality)Melbourne
Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management) (028231K)
- Duration :
- 3 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 21 440
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This degree aims to give students first-hand knowledge of travel and tourism operations, broad industry knowledge, and core business management skills that than can be applied professionally in small, medium and large tourism businesses. The curriculum complements a solid business degree (covering areas such as accounting, marketing and economics) with specialised tourism subjects including destinations marketing and management, travel operations and ticketing, tour guiding, event management and tourist attraction operations.
In the first year of studies, students take four foundation business subjects that may include: management, marketing, human resource management, accounting, finance, statistics, data management, economics and graduate capabilities such as writing, speaking, inquiry and research skills.
In addition, students who are new to the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law will have an academic writing skills assessment. Successful students can enrol in an elective or their chosen discipline-based subject.
However students who fail the assessment will need to complete an academic literacy subject to help them succeed in their course. Other first-year subjects may be either electives or discipline-based subjects in the student's chosen field.
For more information please visit:
the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law website Melbourne - English Language Requirements
- Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;
TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;
TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;
La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;
or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 60
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE -
2x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 60
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Indonesia (SMA) - 7.5
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. Melbourne - Full course details
- Business (Tourism Management) Melbourne
Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management/Marketing) (072765C)
- Duration :
- 3 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 21 440
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Travel and tourism industries generate billions of dollars worldwide each year. To work successfully in this arena, professionals need excellent interpersonal, conceptual and critical thinking skills, and a thorough understanding of marketing.
This course aims to give students an understanding of the key role marketing plays in travel and tourism, along with a grounding in business studies. Distinguishing features include a teaching style that blends theory and practical work, where students have the opportunity undertake an industry project (practicum) and/or an international study tour. Melbourne - English Language Requirements
- Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;
TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;
TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;
La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;
or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 60
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 2 x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 60
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Indonesia (SMA) - 7.5
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. Melbourne - Full course details
- Business (Tourism Management / Marketing)Melbourne
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Your study experience
Tourism and Hospitality Management placement opportunities
As part of our commitment to innovating curriculum design and development, we have recently appointed several Work Integrated Learning Coordinators at our Melbourne and Regional campuses.
Work integrated learning means you'll get to apply your skills in the workplace, as you study. You can earn credit towards your degree through work placements or simulations. Work integrated learning is endorsed by the Federal Government and industry groups such as the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It will assist to increase your employability potential when you graduate.
You will also gain work experience in food and beverage service, accommodation operations, hospitality management, staging special events or tourism ventures. Our partnership with the RACV Club includes student placements and paid internships.
In some placements, you can earn certificates in Responsible Service of Alcohol, Responsible Service of Food, Micros Opera (widely used accommodation booking software) and Galileo (global reservations and ticketing system software).
Overseas study opportunities
Gain valuable overseas experience by taking part in a short-term overseas study program with one of our 100 partner universities in over 30 countries. Or spend 6–12 months in a student exchange program in destinations like Canada, the US, South America, Europe or the UK. Our exchange partners include the University of Innsbruck, Copenhagen Business School, Berlin School of Economics or the BEM Management School in France. See student exchange.
Alternative pathways
Going straight from school to university isn’t an option for everyone. There may be other pathways to help you gain entry into this course. See alternative course pathways.
Student and graduate profiles
Find out about the experiences of one of our Tourism and Hospitality Management students.
At La Trobe I have learnt an enormous amount and achieved things I didn’t think I could.
Ms Reanne Kurnof, Business, Economics and Law
About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law or focus on staff in Tourism and Hospitality Management.
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