Upgrade your career in tourism and travel with this advanced-level qualification. This course will give you the high-level communication and technical skills that you need to manage a travel agency or tour operation.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as travel agency managers grew very strongly over the past five years. Employers are looking for qualified candidates who provide good customer service, have strong people skills, and are well presented.
This course will give you the skills you need to manage budgets, lead and manage people, plan e-marketing strategies, and sell tourism products and services. Our teachers are industry experienced to train you in leadership, communication, finance and technology.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work as a tour operations or travel agency manager. It will also give you the foundation skills necessary to undertake further study in the field.
Units
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 11 elective units.
Outcome
SIT50116 - Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management
Job Prospects
Tour Operations Manager
Travel Agency Manager
Marketing Manager
Sales Manager
University Pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.