Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality)
La Trobe University
About
Are you ready to expand your horizons?
From the local to the global, the world is searching for people who understand the power of new technologies—and how to leverage them in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Our Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality) has been designed by industry leaders to equip you with both the confidence and practical skills you'll need to succeed.
You'll establish important foundations in accounting, marketing, project management, data analysis and entrepreneurship.
And you'll develop the service skills and understanding of digital disruption to stand out to employers.
Learn from industry experts and choose from a wide range of specialisations, including event management, marketing, human resources or a second language.
Gain real-world experience and industry connections with 120 hours of optional internships at high-profile hospitality and tourism organisations.1 You'll participate in a hotel management computer simulation and gain hands-on experience using front-of-house and travel management booking systems.
You'll learn:
Hospitality business foundations Understand how hospitality businesses operate in local, regional and global environments.
Management practices Learn about all areas of restaurant and front-of-house operations.
You'll attain Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) and Responsible Service of Food (RSF) certifications.
Computer reservation systems Learn reservation and ticketing procedures for the travel and hotel industries.
You'll attain a Galileo certification and get exposure to OPERA Cloud.
Destination marketing Examine the marketing and management of tourism destinations at supranational, national, state, regional and local levels.
1 Eligibility criteria apply.
Internships are available as elective subjects in your third year.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.
Structure
First year
| Semester | BUS1SBY | BUS1AFB | THS1THE | OPTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Sustainability | Principles of Accounting and Finance | Introduction to Tourism, Hospitality and Events | 2nd Major core subject, Minor subject or Level 1 elective subject (15 cp) |
| Semester 2 | Food and Beverage Supervision | Analysing Business Data | Economic Issues and Public Policy | 2nd Major core subject or Level 1elective subject (15 cp) |
Second year
| Semester | MKT2CBE | LST2BSL | OPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Consumer Behaviour | Introduction to Business Law and Ethics | 2nd Major core subject, Level 1 or Level 2 elective subject (15 cp) | |
| Semester 2 | Trends in Modern Business and Society | Principles of Gastronomy | Computer Reservation Systems | 2nd Major core subject or Level 2 elective subject (15 cp) |
Third year
| Semester | THS3INT | BUS3DIG | OPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | International Tourism and Hospitality | Digital Business | 2nd Major core subject or Level 3 elective subject (15 cps) | |
| Semester 2 | Entrepreneurship^ | Destination Marketing and Management | Tourism and Hospitality Simulation | 2nd Major core subject, Minor subject or Level 3 elective subject (15 cps) |
Entry requirements
Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last two years)
Prerequisite
VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
ATAR (Compulsory)
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
*N/A: Students not accepted in this category, NC: New course, N/P: Not published (includes categories with less than five students). Learn more about our processes View the 2019 ATAR distribution report for the Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality) [174.0 KB].
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) (Current year 12 students exempt)
La Trobe will consider STAT Multiple Choice results for applicants where: the course has an English prerequisite equivalent to VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in English other than EAL, and/or Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Further Mathematics, and, the course requirements through Work Recognition are not met, or Year 12 or equivalent has not been successfully completed. Refer to STAT page for further information.
Work Recognition (Current year 12 students exempt)
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in any Business, English other than EAL or any Mathematics equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English (EAL) equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with higher education study
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Personal Statement
Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
La Trobe will consider STAT Multiple Choice results for applicants where: the course has an English prerequisite equivalent to VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in English other than EAL, and/or Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Further Mathematics, and, Higher Education studies do not meet the course prerequisites, or the course requirements through Work Recognition are not met, or Year 12 or equivalent has not been successfully completed. Refer to STAT page for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Personal Statement
Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
La Trobe will consider STAT Multiple Choice results for applicants where: the course has an English prerequisite equivalent to VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in English other than EAL, and/or Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Further Mathematics, and, VET studies do not meet the course prerequisites, or the course requirements through La Trobe University Work Recognition are not met, or Year 12 or equivalent has not been successfully completed. Refer to STAT page for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with work and life experience
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Personal Statement
Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
Work Recognition
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
La Trobe will consider STAT Multiple Choice results for applicants where: the course has an English prerequisite equivalent to VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in English other than EAL, and/or Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Further Mathematics, and, Higher Education/VET studies do not meet course prerequisites, or the course requirements through Work Recognition are not met, or Year 12 or equivalent has not been successfully completed. Refer to STAT page for further information.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in any Business, English other than EAL or any Mathematics equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English (EAL) equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
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