TAFE Queensland

SIT50122

Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

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.

Delivery mode

TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $11,800 - $13,800 Fees are based on full-time study.
QLD, SA
  • QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
  • SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$11,800
Full Fee Tuition:
$13,800
Enquire with TAFE Queensland to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $11,800 - $13,800 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management will prepare you for the following roles.

Tour Guide

A Tour Guide takes groups of visitors on trips to tourist attractions or special places of interest. You might work for a tour guide company or run...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Tour Driver

A Tour Driver conducts guided tours of tourist destinations. You might also provide information about points of interest and answer questions from ...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Travel Agency Manager

A Travel Agency Manager oversees operations at a travel agency store or shopfront. You might supervise staff and take care of issues such as budget...

Avg yearly income $85,020
Entry barriers Low

Tour Operations Manager

A Tour Operations Manager handles the daily running of a range of businesses providing services for tourists. You might manage a company providing ...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Reservations Manager

A Reservations Manager supervises the daily running of the reservation department of a tourist operation. You might work for a tour guide company, ...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Travel Team Leader

A Travel Team Leader supervises a team of staff working at a travel agency or for a tourism organisation. You might help clients to plan their holi...

Avg yearly income $87,984
Entry barriers Low

Travel Agent

A Travel Agent organises travel arrangements on behalf of clients. You’ll determine their needs and provide information on available services. Trav...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.