Bachelor of Business
in Hotel Management
BACHELOR OF GLOBAL HOTEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT (from 2027)
The Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management is designed for students looking to build a career in hospitality, tourism and service industries, with a strong focus on business and management.
This three-year degree combines academic rigour with contemporary industry practice, focusing on hotel operational skills, management practices within hospitality industries, and the capabilities needed to succeed in a competitive, evolving global business environment.
Students can choose a major in Events, Tourism or Hospitality as part of their degree. Alternatively, students may choose from a range of elective units to tailor their studies, allowing them to explore areas that align with their interests and career goals.
→ Eligible domestic students may access Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) and HECS-HELP for this course.
→ From 2027, this course will transition to the Bachelor of Global Hotel and Tourism Management. Click here to view the updated course information.
Course units
To complete your Bachelor’s course, you will need to complete:
16 core units (this includes your 2 internship units: Professional Hospitality Experience)
and
• 1 eight-unit major, OR
• 8 elective units, chosen from the elective units across the three majors
Core
Year 1
• Language and Learning in your Discipline
• The Foundations of Hospitality
• Introduction to Professional Practice
• Food and Beverage Operations
• Accommodation Operations
• Business Communications
• Management Practices
• Marketing Fundamentals
Year 2
• Accounting and Finance for Hotel Operations
• Hospitality Information & Technology Systems
• Compliance and Ethics for Hotels
• Talent and Diversity
• Revenue and Yield Management for Tourism & Hospitality
• 3 units from Major / Electives
Year 3
• Business Strategies: Process and Application
• 5 units from Major / Electives
• Professional Hospitality Experience 1
• Professional Hospitality Experience 2
Majors / Electives
4 Core units for each Major
• Sustainable Business Practices
• Hospitality Services Management
• Tourism & Hospitality Sales & Promotion
• Action Research for the Hospitality Industry
PLUS 4 Units for Events Major
• Introduction to Convention and Events
• Event Operations Management
• Festival & Special Events Planning
• Convention and Exhibition Planning
PLUS 4 units for Tourism Major
• Tourism Theories & Practices
• The Cruise Industry
• Global Aviation
• Special Interest Tourism
PLUS 4 Units for Hospitality Major
• Food Services Management
• The Hospitality Entrepreneur
• Facilities and Design Planning
• Economics and Risk in Hospitality
Admission & Fees
Application Process
- Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent)
- Completion of a 1-on-1 interview
2026 Course Fees
Indicative first-year fee: AU$ 15,810*
Indicative student contribution amount under a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), available to eligible domestic students. Fees are based on 2026 rates and may be subject to change.
Government HELP loans
The Australian Government provides several financial support programs for eligible domestic students. This includes HECS-HELP, FEE-HELP, and other loan schemes to help you defer payment of your student contribution amount.
Learn more at studyassist.gov.au
Application Process
- Qualification equivalent to an Australian Year 12 with the required entry grade
- English language proficiency comparable to Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 5.5.
2026 Course Fees
Each unit is AU$ 3,250*
Tuition and non-tuition fees may be subject to change over the duration of your course.
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Internships
The Hotel School offers students an opportunity to integrate theory with the practice and responsibility of the professional workplace through our internship program.
Internships are integrated into the Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management. They are a unique part of our degrees, designed to assist in working out which career pathway is best suited to you and to add valuable experience to your career. Internships may be undertaken within Australia or internationally. Students may gain experience in any sector of tourism and hospitality and will accrue a minimum of 600 hours practical workplace experience within their degree.
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Benefits to students
- Hands-on work in a real-world setting
- Observe and develop new skills
- Exposure to current industry practices
- Develop your communication and teamwork skills
- Secure valuable experience for your resume
- Build a network of industry contacts
Work Integrated learning
Work Integrated Learning is a way for students to develop their skills outside of the classroom while studying for the Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management. Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, a dedicated team identifies and offers opportunities that will improve your employability and industry knowledge.
Work Integrated Learning opportunities include:
- Career Workshops
- Industry Insights in the Classroom
- Industry Insights in the Workplace
- Industry Insights - Field Trips
- Networking
- Mock Interviews
- Industry Skills Training
- Industry Skills Workshops
My experience at The Hotel School has changed my life. During my tenure, I learned both theoretical and practical skills that I have continued to use during my roles in hospitality. The Hotel School has a strong network within the industry, which assisted me to enter the workforce and begin my career in hotels. The community feeling while studying at The Hotel School was supportive and helped me find lifelong friends. I believe that The Hotel School will fully prepare you for the experiences and challenges you will come across during your journey in this exciting and rewarding industry.
Career outcomes
The Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management teaches transferable business skills with a focus on the hospitality and tourism sector, you’ll be able to seek out employment in Australia and overseas. A variety of roles await at:
- Hotels
- Cruise ships
- Cultural festivals
- Events venues
- Event organisers
- Tourism groups
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