Hospitality & tourism courses

Unlike those pursuing more technical career pathways, a qualification isn’t necessary to work in the hospitality and tourism business. If, however, you're looking to bypass the internships and entry-level positions that are on the ladder towards management roles, then a tourism and hospitality management degree could be the right choice for you.

You can zero in on a subject that piques your interest with a specialised course, such as a Bachelor of Business with a Major in Sports Management, or keep your field of study broad with a qualification such as a Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management. The choice is yours.

The online hospitality courses available through our marketplace will help you develop the business acumen and soft skills necessary to succeed in the industry.

Expect to cover core skills such as: 

• financial management
• leadership
• marketing 
• strategic management.

Plus, you can choose from elective subjects like sustainability, ethics and digital innovation.

Many courses also include access to guest speakers and integrated practical work experience opportunities. 

A buzzing, people-focused industry that is often at the forefront of innovation, no two days are the same, and you’re likely to work with other likeminded outgoing folks. 

Those who work in tourism and hospitality management often enjoy a number of perks and opportunities too, with the ease of working internationally numbering chief among them. You might also enjoy discounted travel, food and drink; exposure to exciting events; corporate travel; and opportunities to meet celebrities and high-ranking officials.

A lesser-known aspect of the industry is the potential for career development. While many write off tourism and hospitality as an industry for school leavers, or a stopgap part-time gig, this is very much an industry that recognises talent, champions professional growth and rewards loyalty, especially where international hotel chains and restaurant groups are concerned.

Flexibility is the keyword that many of our current and past students use time and again. Online hospitality courses enable you to structure your course around your life and any existing personal or professional commitments. Not only will you save time commuting, but you can study from anywhere, anytime. This allows you to work towards a new career goal without having to give up your current job, family obligations or existing income in the process. 

It depends on the course and whether you choose something short or long-term. Here’s a general guide: 

If you study hospitality or tourism through Open Universities Australia, you have the flexibility to choose how many subjects you take per term. This means you can complete your qualification at a faster or slower pace than you would on campus.   

Hospitality and tourism graduates go on to work across a wide range of careers. Here are some of the roles you could explore with your qualification:

• Events manager
• Destination marketing manager
• Hotel manager
• Conference coordinator
• Corporate airline executive
• Business development manager

Before starting an enrolment, it’s important to read the entry requirements for your chosen course to ensure that you’re eligible to apply. If you don’t quite meet the requirements, we may be able to help you find a pathway into your course through open-entry subjects, which anyone can study.

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Here at Open Universities Australia, we make enrolling online as straightforward as possible. To get started, find the course for you by browsing the options on this page. You can also compare different qualifications using our handy comparison tool, or request help from one of our student advisors.

When you’ve made your choice, click ‘Apply now’ on the relevant course page and follow the prompts to begin your enrolment. We’ll ask you to supply some supporting documentation, including proof of your identity, your tax file number, and a unique student identifier (USI) during this process.

Your university will get in touch with you via email to confirm whether or not your application has been successful.

Please note that enquiries and applications for some courses are handled directly by the university. If this is the case, it will be indicated on the course listing page.  

For more information about enrolment, read our online self-service enrolling instructions. If you get stuck at any time, contact us and we’ll talk you through it.