Australia's Top-Rated University for Tourism and Hospitality, Ranked #1 in Australia*

Tourism is one of the largest economic contributors in Queensland and Australia, and across the Asia-Pacific region. In the Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the tourism sector, underpinned principles of sustainability and responsible leadership. You will develop core business skills in areas such as financial management, leadership, marketing, and strategic management, while also enhancing your ability to manage employment relations in a culturally diverse context.

*2024 Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, Hospitality and Tourism Management

Highlights of studying International Tourism and Hotel Management:

• Develop core business skills and strengthen your expertise in financial management, leadership, marketing, strategic management, and more, preparing you for a leadership role in the tourism industry.
• Explore sustainable tourism practices and how to integrate them into business strategies, ensuring responsible management of the tourism sector.
• Benefit from Griffith's connections with major tourism and hospitality industry leaders, gaining practical insights through guest lectures and hands-on experiences.
• Learn how to manage employment relations in a culturally diverse environment and develop a deep understanding of the global tourism market, including service standards and competitive dynamics.
• Master the tools and systems used in the tourism and hospitality sectors, ensuring you graduate with the practical skills and knowledge employers are looking for.

Majors

You can select from a variety of majors to tailor your education to your career aspirations:

You can complement your studies with a second major in:

You may also choose to minor in:

Academic entry requirements (by country)

Academic entry requirements apply to International applicants for this program. You can view the academic entry requirements for this program here.

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Tawjihiyah)

Grade average of 78 in the final year results OR successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR successful completion of one year study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School studies.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
• OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
• OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

• Admission Procedure

International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches:

• Griffith English Language Institute

You will be prepared for work in a range of international tourism and hotel management roles, including in hotel and resort groups and the accommodation sector.

• Explore opportunities in independent restaurants and internationally recognised chains.
• Work with entertainment and leisure providers, such as theme parks.
• Find roles with suppliers of goods and services to the hospitality industry.
• Pursue careers in airlines and travel-related businesses.
• Contribute to local, state and federal tourism and regional planning authorities.