Course Overview

Specifically designed for those wanting to enter into the tourism industry with both practical and management skills, making them highly valued by employers. The two-year Business In Tourism Diploma provides an outstanding suite of qualifications, most of which are well-recognised throughout the world.

The first year covers the practical skills required by the industry, with vocational training including a high level of practical activities, such as roleplays and industry visits, to best prepare you for the workforce. There is also a full programme of field visits and guest speakers.

Throughout the course you will learn all about the New Zealand & global tourism industry, including essential destinational geography – you’ll be an expert in no time! Along with specific industry skills-based training, you will learn about customer service, cross-cultural communication, travel requirements & documentation.

The second year of the program becomes more theory based and focuses on sustainable tourism and management topics such as human resources, marketing, planning, research, finance, legislation and communications.

Throughout this two-year Diploma there is the opportunity to experience the NZ tourism industry ‘first hand’ on two 3-day familiarsation trips

At the end of the course, graduates will be fully prepared to enter the tourism industry with both practical and management skills, making them highly valued by employers.

General Eligibility

• Have achieved NCEA level 2 and/or

• Be able to demonstrate suitable literacy and numeracy skills

• Don’t worry if you’ve finished secondary education, having some previous work experience will still be a valuable contribution so reach out to our friendly team today to find out more.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 5.5 (with no less than 5.0 in each component).