Programme details

New Zealand Diploma in Tourism & Travel Management

This course provides essential skills in communication, marketing, environmental sustainability, Māori culture, and creating premier visitor experiences, preparing you for diverse tourism job opportunities.

Course description

This qualification aims to equip the tourism and travel sectors with professionals capable of effectively implementing processes within the industry. Graduates will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to proactively enhance the visitor experience, thereby bolstering the tourism sector’s contribution to New Zealand’s economy. The qualification will also serve the community by enriching the experiences of visitors to New Zealand. Graduates will be prepared to provide exceptional visitor experiences across various organizations within the tourism and travel industries. They will have the ability to work autonomously and may take on leadership roles in shaping and directing strategic business initiatives within these sectors.

Immigration benefits

This course qualifies for points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:

Career Prospects

Pursuing this course can lead to a variety of career opportunities in the travel, hospitality, and tourism sectors. Here are some potential career paths:

Front desk agent
Tour guide
Travel agent
Customer service agent
Concierge
Airline sales manager
Shore excursion staff

Entry requirements

All international applicants must:

-Be a minimum of 18 years of age on day 1 of their course
-Have completed Secondary School offshore, New Zealand Year 12 or have equivalent work experience
-IELTS of 6 Academic with no band below 5.5 or NZQA equivalent

Credits
120

Duration
32 weeks

Intakes

March, Oct

International fees
About $23,890

Qualification Type

Study level