Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
The sectors of Tourism and Hospitality are flourishing in Australia, creating an increasingly steady demand for highly skilled workers.
Effective and successful management of hotels, cruise ships, events and other types of hospitality can mean the difference between an amazing experience for your guests and visitors, or developing a poor reputation in a highly competitive industry.
The Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management is a Southern Cross University degree which is the ideal starting point for anyone looking to make a career in hospitality-related businesses, focusing on management.
Typically studied across a 3-year period, you will learn what it takes to operate a hotel to the satisfaction of your guests in the Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management. Providing hospitality to your guests – as well as managing administration and leading your staff – demands attention to detail and great people skills.
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Course summary
Course units
17 Core Units
Choose 3 Elective Units
4 Internship Units
Admission & Fees
Application Process
- Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent) or relevant work experience
- 1 on 1 interview
All applicants for the hotel school are selected on their individual merit. You may be required to attend an interview.
2017 Course Fees
Annual tuition*: $20,680
(each subject is $2,585)
2018 Course Fees
Annual tuition*: $21,720
(each subject is $2,715)
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Application Process
- Qualification equivalent to an Australian Year 12 with the required entry grade, or relevant work experience
- English language proficiency comparable to Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 5.5.
All applicants for the hotel school are selected on their individual merit. You may be required to attend an interview.
2017 Course Fees
Annual tuition*: $23,880
(each subject is $2,985)
2018 Course Fees
Annual tuition*: $25,800
(each subject is $3,225)
*Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, are correct as of January 2017, and are subject to change. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. International Students are required to pay Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of their visa in advance. In addition, students will be charged an annual Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), and students may also be required to incur an indicative non-tuition fees of $1,500 to cover textbooks, stationery, internships or placements.
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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 must accrue a minimum of 6 months and 600 hours practical workplace experience.
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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:
- One&Only Hayman Island Taster field trip
- Singapore field trip
- Winery/brewery/stadium tour
- Leadership speaker series
- Manager-for-a-Day experience
- Skills2Work Food and Beverage course
- Mock interview experience
- Responsible Service of Alcohol course
- Barista course
The atmosphere at The Hotel School in Australia was always professional and friendly, and many fellow students have become friends who I am still in contact with. Having started my education at a Swiss Hotel School, then coming to The Hotel School I found the teachers committed, the subjects interesting and the balance of study to work a great balance - Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management, graduated 2001
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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