The 3 year course enables you to pursue an individualized and challenging career path in the tourism industry. You gain an understanding of the tourism industry, the impacts of tourism on host communities and the sound management of tourism related businesses. The final year of the degree includes an industry based internship giving you hands on experience.
Career opportunities :
Positions abound in tourism, travel and hospitality operations, and conference and marketing roles. In an industry which recognizes talent, progression to a position of responsibility can be rapid. Graduates of the bachelor of tourism management have gained employment in an adverse range of organizations including hotels, airlines, consulting companies, regional tourism organizations, educational institutions and government. The degree also prepares students for postgraduate study in tourism management in New Zealand or overseas.
For people who want to work in hospitality industry as supervisors and managers. Year 1 combines practical food and beverage service and cookery skills with management papers. Your management skills will be further developed in year 2. This diploma enables students to apply for the National Diploma in Hospitality management and is an excellent qualification to take overseas assignments. Student will be encouraged to work in localhospitality industry while studying.
Career Opportunities :
- Hotel manager
| - Restaurant manager/ supervisor
| - Event coordinator - Hostel manager
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- Bar manager
| - Functions manager
| - Backpacker - Cruise ship food and beverage manager
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