Diploma of Business (Hospitality and Tourism Management)

As Australia’s fastest-growing university, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready.

During this course, you will:

1. Enhance service management abilities within a global framework.
2. Cultivate leadership traits for efficient staff management.
3. Grasp the essentials of business accounting principles.
4. Acquire foundational knowledge in service, hospitality, and tourism marketing.

Torrens University's Diploma of Business (Hospitality and Tourism Management) provides the cornerstone for a rewarding career in hospitality, events, or tourism. Develop valuable skills in human resources, promotions, and communication. Upon graduation, you'll possess the expertise and hands-on experience necessary for a dynamic global career in hospitality or tourism. This program equips you for entry-level positions within these industries or offers a pathway to advance your studies and enter directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Business program.

Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part-time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it's all about flexibility.

Course duration: 2 trimesters Accelerated, 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.

Recommended study pattern

The Diploma of Business (Hospitality and Tourism Management) course structure comprises 7 core subjects and 1 elective subject.

Electives may be chosen from any of the other Bachelor of Business suite of courses or other TUA undergraduate courses (pre-requisites permitting). Electives chosen from other TUA courses must have prior approval from the Program Director or delegate.

The program can be completed in a one-year duration (normal full-time). 8 subjects (10 credit points each) per year is deemed a normal full-time load. Students can also fast-track the completion of the degree by taking 4 subjects (40 credit points) per trimester over two trimesters.

Award requirements

To be awarded the Diploma of Business (Hospitality and Tourism Management) students must complete 8 subjects, achieving 80 credit points in total. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points.

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Indicative total fee $19,200

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.

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Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change. Entry requirements for this course includes:

• Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification.

Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate).

Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above.

Work-life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.

Standard English language requirements apply.

Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.

Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience.

Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.