Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management (SIT60122)
Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management (SIT60122)
This qualification reflects the role of senior managers with advanced operational skills who use a broad range of travel or tourism skills, combined with specialised managerial skills and substantial knowledge of industry operations, to coordinate travel or tourism operations. They operate with significant autonomy and are responsible for making strategic…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of senior managers with advanced operational skills who use a broad range of travel or tourism skills, combined with specialised managerial skills and substantial knowledge of industry operations, to coordinate travel or tourism operations. They operate with significant autonomy and are responsible for making strategic business management and operational decisions.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in many travel and tourism industry sectors and for a diverse range of employers including travel agencies, tour wholesalers, tour operators, inbound tour operators, tourist attractions, visitor information centres, and other tourism businesses.
OCCUPATIONS
International Travel Agent/Consultant within a retail agency, International Travel Consultant within a wholesale travel organisation, Reservations Consultant for an airline, Reservations Consultant for a cruise company, Reservations Consultant within a hotel or rental car agency, Booking/Reservations Consultant at the airport, Resort Manager/Consultant, Hotel Manager, Operations Manager, Marketing Director, Business Development Manager
CORE UNITS
BSBOPS504 Manage business risk
BSBOPS601 Develop and implement a business plan
BSBTWK501 Lead diversity and inclusion
BSBWRT411 Write complex documents
SITTIND003 Source and use information on the tourism and travel industry
SITTPPD017 Develop tourism products
SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiences
SITXCCS016 Develop and manage quality customer service practices
SITXFIN008 Interpret financial information
SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget
SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgets
SITXGLC002 Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law
SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people
SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations
SITXMGT005 Establish and conduct business relationships
SITXMPR014 Develop and implement marketing strategies
SITXWHS008 Establish and maintain a work health and safety system
ELECTIVE UNITS
SITTTVL001 Access and interpret product information
SITTTVL002 Provide advice on international destinations
SITTTVL004 Sell tourism products and services
SITTGDE016 Lead tour groups
SITTTOP008 Allocate tour or activity resources
SITTGDE023 Coordinate and operate tours
SITTPPD010 Recruit, select and induct staff
BSBMKG552 Design and develop marketing communication plans
SITXHRM012 Monitor staff performance
SITXWHS006 Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks
REQUIREMENTS
To study at Danford College, all international students must be at least 18 years of age or above when the course starts.
Academic requirements
All international students must meet a minimum academic requirement to gain admission to Danford College. Danford College requires the successful completion of studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 education as the minimum level of entry into our courses.
International English Language Testing system (IELTS Test)
IELTS: 6.0
TOEFL: 64
Cambridge English: 169
Pearson Test of English Academic: 50
Occupational English Test: B for each test component of the OET.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Since 2007, Danford College has been offering high-quality education to students from all over the world through various pathways towards tertiary studies through its partnership with Melbourne Polytechnic. Completion of a qualification at Danford College can contribute to a credit transfer and towards a Bachelor’s degree. Danford College offers nationally recognised qualifications in a wide range of fields, some of which are: business, banking, building & construction, civil construction, information technology, leadership & management, project management and travel and tourism. The college has experienced and highly qualified staff delivering courses in high-tech, modern classrooms in two campuses in Melbourne that overlook Melbourne’s skyline. The campus environment is diverse and friendly, with students from all over the world enrolling in courses and studying in a student friendly, fun-filled and multicultural city.
