Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management

Graduates of the Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management will have a broad and coherent body of knowledge that underpins theory, practice and professionalism within the field of business and management. In addition, they will have the specialist technical knowledge and skills required to work in a wide range of settings in the international tourism and hotel services industries.

Australia's #1 university for hospitality and management. (ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025)

Tourism is a major driver of the economy in Queensland, Australia and across the Asia-Pacific. In the Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management, you'll gain a deep understanding of the tourism industry, with a focus on sustainability and responsible leadership.

Highlights of studying the Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management 

• Develop core business skills in financial management, leadership, marketing, strategic management and more, preparing you for leadership roles in the tourism industry.
• Learn how to run tourism organisations responsibly using sustainable business practices.
• Explore how to manage teams in diverse workplaces and develop a deep understanding of the global tourism market.
• Get hands-on with the tools and systems used in the tourism and hospitality industry so you'll graduate with the skills and knowledge employers are looking for. 

Learn from industry leaders

Benefit from Griffith's connections with major tourism and hospitality industry leaders, gaining practical insights through guest lectures and practical experiences.

Majors 

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

Tourism and Travel: Explore the global tourism industry, learning to manage destinations, transport, marketing and infrastructure. Focus on sustainable practices, destination branding and tourism economics to prepare for leadership in a changing international landscape.

Hotel and Hospitality: Develop practical and strategic skills in hotel operations including food and beverage, room division and guest experience. Learn revenue management, sustainable practices and technology integration to lead high-performing hospitality environments.

Events: Gain expertise in designing, managing and evaluating events from community festivals to international conferences. Build practical skills in planning, marketing, project and venue management and business events to lead impactful strategically managed events. 

You can complement your studies with a second major in:

Behavioural Science: Understand the social, cognitive and emotional behaviours of individuals and institutions to drive ethical behaviour change. Apply insights from economics, psychology and social marketing to improve government and individual decision-making.

Business Analytics: Acquire skills to analyse, visualise and interpret data for strategic business decision-making. Bridge the gap between data specialists and decision-makers using insights to solve problems and forecast trends.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Learn to develop, launch and manage innovative products or businesses. Gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to nurture and grow successful start-ups.

Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Develop expertise in sourcing, supplier relations, inventory management and goods movement. Learn to optimise supply chains to meet business and operational goals efficiently.

Management: Build the skills to plan, organise, lead and direct teams effectively. Gain knowledge in communication, strategy, human resources and decision-making to add value across organisations.

Marketing: Understand markets, consumer behaviour and audience engagement strategies. Learn data-driven decision-making, innovative promotions and communications to stay ahead of competitors.

Political Science and International Relations: Prepare for careers in government, global trade and politics with expert-led study. Gain the knowledge and skills to navigate complex political and international landscapes.

Real Estate and Property Development: Develop specialist knowledge in finance, law, project management and negotiation for the property sector. Learn from industry collaborations to succeed in Australia's dynamic property market.

Sport Management: Turn your passion for sport into a career by developing business and management skills for sporting organisations. Gain hands-on experience to lead professional and not-for-profit clubs locally and internationally.

You may also choose to minor in:

Tourism Data Analytics: Learn to harness data for smarter decision-making in tourism and hospitality. Gain hands-on experience with analytics tools, e-commerce platforms and business intelligence systems to analyse trends and improve customer experiences.

Recommended study pattern

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:

• Global Tourism Systems
• Global Tourism Systems
• Fundamentals of Hospitality
• Why Money Matters.

Plus there’s a selection of majors, minors and electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you. 

Award requirements

Your program requirements are the set of academic requirements that are mandatory for the award associated with your program of study. If you do not adhere to your degree requirements, you may not be eligible to graduate.

For the award of Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management (BIntTourHoMgt), you must successfully

Complete 240 credit points comprising:

• 100 credit points for all Core Module, and
• 60 credit points for one Major from Major Module, and
• 80 credit points for Flexible Module

You must also ensure that

• Selected courses must include at most 100 credit points at level 1.
• Selected courses must include at least 60 credit points at level 3 or higher.

This degree may be awarded with Distinction where a student achieves a minimum program GPA of 6.5 with no failed courses. The words "This award was achieved with Distinction" will be recorded on the testamur.

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Indicative total fee $54,000

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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VET qualification: Certificate III.

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 an overall score of 79 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with no sub-score less than 19 (applies to tests taken prior to 21 January 2026)
• OR an overall score of 4 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with a minimum score of 4 in each of the listening, reading, and writing skills, and a minimum score of 3.5 in speaking skills (applies to tests taken on or after 21 January 2026)
• 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 Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50 (applies to tests taken prior to 7 August 2025)
• OR an overall score of 55 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 47 (applies to tests taken on or after 7 August 2025)
• OR an overall score of 70 in the LanguageCert Academic
• OR an overall score of 59 in the Michigan English Test (MET)

English test results must be no more than two years old.

Applicants should refer to the following University procedure for further information:

• 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

Reduce the time it takes to finish your degree. You can apply to Griffith to recognise your prior learning, including:

• Formal learning through courses completed at uni and TAFE.
• Informal learning through workplace experience or volunteer training.
• Non-formal learning through social experiences and hobbies.