Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management

The University of Queensland

Fast-track a global management career through practical learning experiences and exposure to major hotel chains and tourism operators. The hospitality, tourism and events industry continues to grow rapidly, presenting diverse opportunities to find your niche. From project management and leadership to marketing, this program will equip you with in-demand capabilities sought after by local and international employers. Our teachers are world-leading experts who will share the latest trends and research insights to give you a global perspective on contemporary sector challenges. You'll learn about: managing hotels to provide exceptional guest encounters planning and staging memorable events designing, managing and marketing tourist attractions and destinations. Our strong industry connections facilitate diverse opportunities to gain hands-on work experience, preparing you for a thriving career. Through networking events, work placements, projects, behind-the-scenes tours and site visits, our partnerships with major international hotel chains, tourism organisations and tour operators will launch your career. Learning from academics globally renowned for their research in sustainability, you’ll find sustainable management practices are embedded throughout the program. Accredited by multiple organisations including the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the program ensures graduates understand the importance of protecting the natural environment and fostering international harmony as part of their work. Meet guest speakers from renowned eco-tourism destinations to build your understanding of this specialist but growing field. Strengthen your expertise by completing your choice of one or 2 majors. Hotel and Hospitality Management focuses on operational and management issues related to managing hotels, resorts and casinos. Tourism and Events focuses on the design and delivery of memorable events and tourism experiences. Both majors will equip you with in-depth operational knowledge as well as skills in project management, leadership, marketing, and designing and managing visitor experiences.

Business, Economics and Law

103168H