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    Overview

    About this international course

    The Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management takes your passion for adventure and pairs it with the professional skills you need to become a travel agency manager, tour operations manager or manager in a travel and tourism environment.

    You will graduate with the ability to become a dynamic leader in the industry and coordinate, develop and market travel and tourism products to your clients.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learn new skills

    Through theory and practical course work, you will learn to:

    • Lead and manage people
    • Handle conflict
    • Monitor operations
    • Prepare and monitor budgets
    • Interpret financial information
    • Provide quality customer service
    • Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

    Gain practical experience

    Build your experience and get practical skills in:

    • Booking domestic and international travel itineraries
    • Working with people from diverse social and cultural backgrounds
    • Advancing sale techniques
    • Exhibiting leadership and management
    • Managing financial transactions
    • Showcasing excellent customer service

    Develop your professional confidence

    Stand out in a global job market by developing a range of key soft skills that equip you with the confidence to work with colleagues and clients to make their travel dreams a reality:

    • A sense of curiosity and adventure
    • Great communication skills
    • Interpersonal skills and enjoyment of working with people
    • Patience and attention to detail

    Global industry demand

    The global travel and tourism market is forecast to grow to AUD $20,970 billion by 2027 - a combined annual growth rate of 5.2%.

    The Asia Pacific region continues to dominate the global travel and tourism market, followed by the matured travel industries of North America and Europe.

    New trends in tourism include:

    • Polar tourism
    • Space tourism
    • Voluntourism (volunteering tourism)
    • Luxury tourism
    • Culinary tourism
    Suitability

    International entry requirements

    At TAFE NSW each course has entry requirements. These help us to make sure that your course choice is right for you and help determine your suitability for a course. We want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.

    Fees and locations

    Starting dates, course fees and locations

    As an international student, you can choose from a range of different courses, offered at various locations. Experience vibrant spaces, libraries, cafes and gyms, as well as places to make friends and socialise with other students.

    Additional costs

    Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.

    Structure and units

    What you will study

    At the start of your course, you will receive your timetable. You will need to study all core units and a range of additional units.


    13 core units 10 elective units consisting of:6 units from Group A 4 units from Group A, Group B, elsewhere in the SIT Training Package, or any other current Training Package or accredited course. Any combination of electives that meets the above rules can be selected for the award of the Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management. BSBTWK501 Lead diversity and inclusion SIRXOSM007 Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting SITTIND003 Source and use information on the tourism and travel industry SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiences SITXCCS016 Develop and manage quality customer service practices SITXCOM010 Manage conflict SITXFIN008 Interpret financial information SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgets SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations SITXMGT005 Establish and conduct business relationships SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

    Core units are the required units that you must complete.

    Pathways

    Continue your studies

    At TAFE NSW, you can develop your skills or build your expertise by studying a single course. You can also continue your studies with one of the following pathway options:


    Vocational study pathway

    Enrol in a range of TAFE NSW courses designed to help you kick-start your career and education goals. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.


    TAFE NSW degree pathway

    From certificates to diplomas, to a TAFE NSW degree, continue your studies with us to help build your success. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.


    TAFE NSW - university partnership pathways

    TAFE NSW has partnerships with a number of Australian universities. These universities offer guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students. How much credit you are eligible for varies depending on the course and university you choose. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.


    Other university pathways

    You may gain entry to another university using your TAFE NSW qualifications. Acceptance and the amount of credit transfer may vary depending on the university and course studies. Check your credit eligibility.


    Keep learning with TAFE NSW

    Whatever your career ambitions, we will help you get there with a range of courses to develop your skills, build your knowledge and prepare you for work.

    TAFE NSW is here to create exceptional learner experiences and provide quality, personalised services to make sure you achieve your goals.

    Explore your study options across a range of disciplines and talk to your TAFE NSW Education Agent or contact us.

    You are able to package two or more TAFE NSW courses together. This means you can plan your studies to achieve your career goals. When you apply for a TAFE NSW vocational pathway, you can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.


    Services

    Campus facilities and support services

    TAFE NSW offers you a range of on campus study environments you will have access to industry specific computer rooms, study and presentation areas, as well as general student facilities to enhance your learning and student experience.

    Student facilities, amenities and support services include:

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
    • Studiosity - online access to a tutor
    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    We're here to help

    If you have more questions about your course choice or study plans contact us today.

    Contact TAFE NSW International