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Become an in-demand tourism professional

A specialist degree in international tourism and hotel management from Griffith will allow you to take advantage of this growth by providing you with knowledge of service industries combined with professional leadership and business management skills. We’ll also teach you how to innovate and think creatively and sustainably, so you're ready for the future of business. Griffith is the number 1 ranked University in Australia for Hospitality and Leisure Management.*

*2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects

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Study tourism and hospitality at Griffith

Join the new way of thinking

Tourism is one of the world’s largest service industries and a key driver of economic development in many destinations around the world—with the skills you’ll gain in this major, you can be part of it. Destination marketing and sustainable management of tourism destinations are at the forefront of government and communities.

Ranked #1 in Australia and top 5 globally

Griffith was one of the first universities in Australia to develop degrees in tourism and hotel management and we continue to lead the field today. In the 2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, our Hospitality and Tourism Management subjects ranked number one in Australia and top 5 globally. In previous years, we ranked first in Australia in the 2021/2022 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects and the 2019 QS World University Subject Rankings.

Griffith’s Department of Tourism, Sport and Hotel Management has won the Queensland Tourism Awards for Excellence in Industry Education 10 times since 1993 and were inducted into the Queensland Tourism Hall of Fame. The Department has also been awarded a prestigious Australian Tourism Award for Tourism Education and Training.

Industry connections

Industry professionals work with us to develop and deliver courses, ensuring that when you graduate, you will have the skills employers want. Thanks to Griffith’s strong partnerships and working relationship with the major hotel chains in South East Queensland and tourism operators, you’ll have the chance to gain knowledge from guest speakers and develop valuable industry contacts for your future career.

AACSB Accredited

Griffith Business School is an accredited member of AACSB International which means our business degrees are internationally recognised for excellence and outstanding business education. It’s the most prestigious accreditation a business school can earn.

The first woman in Queensland to become a member and State Director in the world’s most exclusive hotel concierge program, Wing Yi (Wisky) Lai has one piece of advice for students looking to create a career in tourism and hospitality. “Hard work and dedication are key to success,” she says. “New students should harness opportunities such as networking and parttime employment, as these are crucial for creating meaningful connections and acquiring invaluable skills and knowledge.”

Wing Yi (Wisky) Lai

Chief Concierge, InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort and State Director of Qld and NT, Les Clefs d'Or Australia Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management

Wing Yi (Wisky) Lai

More scholarships than ever before!

From 2024 Griffith will be offering over 1000 scholarships helping students to cover living and education expenses.

Scholarships are free to apply and offer support for academic achievement, relocation, First Peoples, sports achievement and others. One application form, all scholarships considered.

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Career outcomes

Set yourself up for a career in a growth industry

With this qualification, you could travel the world. Tourism managers are employed by destination marketing organisations and all levels of government throughout Australia and internationally. You’ll be able to work on major tourism infrastructure and planning projects, shaping the visitor experience in tourism destinations.

Key employment sectors:

  • international tourism
  • domestic tourism
  • marketing
  • infrastructure
  • public relations
  • government

Potential job outcomes:

  • tourist attraction operator
  • travel agent
  • tour guide
  • infrastructure and planning director
  • marketing manager
  • public relations officer

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Monday 14 July — Saturday 25 October

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