Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management

TAFE SA

TAFE SA

CRICOS 093604B · Duration: 1 Year

Duration

52 weeks

Delivery

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

Study Load

Full Time / Part Time · Full-time students have on-campus classes 4–5 days a week from 9.00 to 3.30pm. Part time students will have on-campus classes 2–3 days a week from 9.00 to 3.30pm.

Intakes

2026

Course Overview

About This Course

Do you love travel and want to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? The exciting world of travel and tourism is for you. Gain the skills you need to work in a travel agency, a tour operator, a tourism authority, a cruise company or airline, or a visitor information centre. From wineries and art galleries to local and international travel, you'll graduate ready to work. Learn about customer service, tour operations, managing a team in the workplace, budgets and finance, and sales and marketing. The Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management is your ticket to success.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

230 North Tce, AUSTRALIA, SA 5005

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
  • Completion of a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (LLN)
  • If there are more applications for this course than places available, applicants will be ranked by date of application to this course
  • An interest in the travel and tourism industry is recommended
  • Completion of the Certificate III in Travel or Tourism is not compulsory but can be useful and will gain you credit towards this course
  • Skills in Office365 and computing are needed for this course
  • You will need to attend online and on-campus classes to successfully complete this course
  • You are required to attend industry excursions which may be linked to assessments and unit completion

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities
This qualification provides a pathway to work in many travel and tourism industry sectors as a departmental or small business manager. The diversity of employers includes travel agencies, tour wholesalers, tour operators, inbound tour operators, tourist attractions, visitor information centres, and other tourism businesses. Possible job titles include inbound groups manager, inbound sales manager, incentives manager, tour operations manager, marketing manager, product development manager, reservations manager, travel agency manager, sales manager, visitor information centre manager.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units23 units
SITXCCS016

Develop and manage quality customer service practices

SITXCCS015

Enhance customer service experiences

SITXMGT005

Establish and conduct business relationships

SITXWHS007

Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

SITXFIN008

Interpret financial information

SITXHRM009

Lead and manage people

BSBTWK501

Lead diversity and inclusion

SITXCOM010

Manage conflict

SITXFIN009

Manage finances within a budget

SIRXOSM007

Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting

SITXMGT004

Monitor work operations

SITXFIN010

Prepare and monitor budgets

SITTIND003

Source and use information on the tourism and travel industry

SITTTVL001

Access and interpret product information

SITTTVL006

Book tourism products and process documentation

SITXMPR012

Coordinate marketing activities

SITTTVL005

Prepare customer quotations

SITTTVL003

Provide advice on Australian destinations

SITTTVL002

Provide advice on international destinations

SITTTVL011

Provide specialist advice on cruises

SITXCCS010

Provide visitor information

SITTTVL004

Sell tourism products or services

SITTTVL007

Use a computerised reservations or operations system

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management take to complete?

Full-time students can complete the course in 12 months, attending on-campus classes 4–5 days a week from 9.00 to 3.30pm. Part-time students can complete the course in 24 months, with on-campus classes 2–3 days a week from 9.00 to 3.30pm.

What are the fees for this course?

Fees vary by eligibility. The subsidised rate is approximately $3,131 per semester ($6,262 total for 12 months), the concession rate is $2,355 per semester ($4,709 total), and the full fee is $6,598 per semester ($13,196 total). VET Student Loans may be available for eligible students.

Is there a vocational placement required for this course?

There is no compulsory vocational placement for this course. However, volunteering can enhance your study and industry experience.

What software will I learn as part of this course?

Certain competencies require study on campus, including industry software training on Amadeus and VTO Ultimate. Skills in Office365 and computing are also needed for this course.

Does this course offer a pathway to university?

Yes, this course offers a study pathway to the Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management with 1 year of credit.

Application

How to Apply

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