Master of Tourism and Destination Management

Victoria University

About

This course incorporates tourism and management studies with a focus on addressing contemporary issues and challenges faced by destinations internationally.

The program is embedded within an established suite of business programs including Victoria University’s internationally awarded MBA.

In the course you will:

build managerial skills and cross-disciplinary knowledge develop your skills in understanding, analysing and responding to the complexity of the tourism and events industries within a destination explore relationships between tourism and destination management and the broader economic, social, political and environmental context.

Structure

To attain the Master of Tourism and Destination Management, students will be required to complete 144 credit points (equivalent to 12 units) consisting of:

  • 24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) core units
  • 84 credit points (equivalent to 7 units) professional core units

Plus either /or OPTION 1 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) capstone research project unit; and, 24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) elective units. Students to select from any postgraduate units from across the University (subject to availability). Please check any pre-requisite requirements prior to enrolling. OPTION 2 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) research proposal unit; and, 24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) minor thesis unit.

Course structure and units

Year 1, Semester 1

  • Tourism and Events: Core Concepts and Theory Unit code BTD6001 Credits12
  • Cross-cultural Dimensions of Destination Management Unit code BTD6002 Credits12
  • Art and Practice of Leadership Unit code BMO6050 Credits12
  • Business Research Methods Unit code BMO6630 Credits12

Year 1, Semester 2

  • Business Ethics and Sustainability Unit code BMO5501 Credits12
  • International Tourism Management Unit code BTD7001 Credits12
  • Emerging Trends in Tourism and Destination Management Unit code BTD7002 Credits12

OPTION 1

12 credit points (equivalent 1 unit) elective unit

Or

OPTION 2

  • Business Research Proposal Unit code BGP7711 Credits12

Year 2, Semester 1

  • Predictive Analytics Unit code BCO6008 Credits12
  • Green Growth Transformation of Destinations Unit code BTD7004 Credits12

OPTION 1

  • Business Research Project Unit code BGP7730 Credits12

plus, 12 credit points (equivalent 1 unit) elective unit

Or

OPTION 2

  • Business Research Thesis Unit code BGP7712 Credits24

Entry requirements

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORCompletion of an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORApplicants without an undergraduate qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate (in the same discipline) based on approved work experience. Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate, graduates will be eligible for admission to this course with credit granted for completed units.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Credit for skills and past study

If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.

Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

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  1. Critically reflect upon theoretical approaches by evaluating their application to effective tourism and destination management practice;  
  2. Justify and apply interdisciplinary knowledge in decision making with creativity for dynamic global environments using contemporary and integrated theoretical and operational knowledge of tourism and destination management;  
  3. Deliberate the economic, legal and political context within which destinations operate, advocating creative planning and policy development process, innovative sustainable practices and risk minimising strategies in contemporary settings;  
  4. Collaborate within teams to provide creative solutions for industry, government and community stakeholders, integrating complex knowledge and ideas effectively to achieve shared goals;  
  5. Resolve complex professional and industry problems and inform management decision making by applying cognitive, creative and reflective skills to collect, analyse and synthesise data and information to generate, implement and evaluate solutions;  
  6. Communicate effectively with specialist and non- specialist audiences including multi-disciplinary teams, diverse cultural communities, business and other related stakeholders;  
  7. Exemplify professional standards and leadership in a dynamic 21st century work environment, acting consistently, ethically and in a socially responsible manner;  
  8. Plan and execute an evidence-based capstone experience or a substantial research based project linked to contemporary sustainable practices.  

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