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Why Study @ UQ
Australia is well known for providing innovative and memorable visitor experiences making it an ideal place to study tourism. The tourism industry is dynamic and fast growing in many parts of the world and is one of the largest export industries in Australia. Queensland is home to well-developed tourism facilities including major theme parks and the largest concentration of accommodation property in the country.
International Accreditation
The School of Tourism’s postgraduate program is accredited by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation for its academic standing in the field of tourism education. School academic staff are not only board members but also participate in the accreditation and assessment of various tourism organisations around the world. The School enjoys close partnerships with many industry bodies and is accredited by a number of leading tourism organisations. Further information can be found here.
National Recognition
As the oldest tourism School in Australia and the only School of Tourism within the Group of 8 universities, we have a proud tradition in tourism education. All teaching staff have PhD qualifications and actively engage with industry. Numerous teaching staff within the School have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to teaching and learning. The School aims to provide students with practical and valuable learning experiences, and is also committed to producing the highest quality of usable research.
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Studying with the School of Tourism equips students with a competitive advantage in the following areas:
Tourism is one of the most important industries in Australia. Tourism Management examines tourism operation, destination marketing and policy. In this area of specialization, you will learn about sustainability, ecotourism, visitor behaviour, and the physical, social and economic impacts of tourism. Current and future trends and issues for the industry, including niche markets, are discussed and you will deepen your understanding using case studies of real destinations and tourism businesses.
Career Opportunities:
Tourist resorts and attractions
Travel management consultancies
Tourism authorities and at local and national levels
Marketing and Sales in the tourism industry
Corporate Travel Organisations, including agencies, cruise companies, retail travel and travel wholesalers, airlines, coach and car hire companies.
Hotel Management focuses on the diverse hospitality industry, which encompasses hotel, restaurant and resort management, and more. This area of specialization delves into international hotel operations management, technological applications in hospitality management and large-scale services management, as well as small business operations. As the hotel and hospitality industry moves increasingly from a skills-based to a knowledge-based industry, higher learning has become increasingly critical to opening career doors and being fully attuned to the culture, service and competitive aspects of the sector.
Career Opportunities:
Hotel and motel management
Club and casino management
Restaurant, bar and catering management
Conference and special events management
Sales and marketing in the hospitality industry
Event Management explores theoretical frameworks for understanding the nature, characteristics and role of events and offers you a comprehensive and professional understanding of all aspects of event management. You will study the history, significance, impacts and role of festivals and other events; event operations; business events; artistic and cultural events; and sporting events, among others. You will also develop key business skills involved in marketing and sponsorship and fundraising for events.
Career Opportunities:
Arts and music festivals coordination
Corporate convention management
Exhibitions and special events
Management of major sporting events
Public relations across sectors
Graduates from event management are currently in great demand across private enterprise and local, state and federal governments.
