Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
Overview
Prepare yourself for a successful managerial career in tourism, hospitality or events where your business acumen and professional abilities result in exceptional experiences.
Tourism contributes billions of dollars to the Queensland economy and employs thousands of people. This active local tourism environment makes the programs at the UQ Business School the ideal forum to learn about this vibrant industry, with the skills you gain applicable in Australia or anywhere in the world.
You'll benefit from UQ's extensive network of industry leaders, many of whom deliver guest lectures and share their perspectives and knowledge, and you'll have the opportunity to establish contacts for the future.
Your study also offers a range of invaluable Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities designed to help you bridge the gap between theory and practice and gain industry experience with tourism and event site visits, the investigation of case studies, and problem-based learning activities.
You'll graduate with an internationally recognised qualification and be ready for success in any number of careers related to tourism, hotel and event management.
The 24-unit Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management program is designed for those graduates with a bachelor's degree in the same discipline and therefore does not require students to undertake foundational courses students in the 32-unit program must complete. Both master's programs provide the same study experiences.
Program highlights
- Study at one of the world's top business schools and the only Australian university to offer programs accredited by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) that promotes responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism.
- Advance your expertise through a range of high-level courses so you can specialise in a new field, further your existing knowledge, or explore fresh areas of interest.
- Work closely with lecturers and tutors currently involved in the industry and gain real-world, hands-on experience behind the scenes at attractions, destinations and events.
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
- Event Management
- Hotel Management
- Travel and Tourism Management
How you'll learn
Due to the way they are taught, certain programs and plans are not offered online in Semester 2, 2022.
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Research experience
- Fieldwork
- Seminars
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Industry Research and Consultancy
- Visitor Management
- Marketing and Distribution Research Project
- Professional Experience
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Depending on which field you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Resort front office duty manager
- Corporate travel team lead
- Venue manager
- Sponsorship manager
- Functions manager
- Operations manager
- Tour operator
- Staging manager
- Events producer
- Sales and marketing director
Next steps after graduation
Graduates of Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management program can go on to work with the following employers:
Event Management
- Brisbane Festival
- PromPeru
- P&G
- Riverlife
Hotel Management
- Sheraton Shenzhen
- Atlantis Resorts
Travel and Tourism Management
- EarthCheck
- Expedia
- The Star Entertainment Group
Professional memberships
When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.
- Australian Hotels Association
- Australian and New Zealand Association of Leisure Studies
- The Association for Tourism and Leisure Education
- The Council for Australasian Tourism and Hospitality Education
- International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
- Meetings and Events Australia
- Meetings Professionals International
- Pacific Asia Travel Association
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Restaurant and Catering Queensland
- Tourism and Transport Forum Australia
“I was able to participate from the design of the events to the actual day of the event, and was given the freedom to make my own decisions... I learned many techniques that I use at my workplace now.”
Lucia Fragoso CotaGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“The best things about my program were the two amazing practical experiences... I was working next to the event directors, making major decisions with them and following every process from beginning to end. It was such an empowering and incredible learning experience.”
Benedetta PiccioGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“From learning how to write professional emails and interacting with clients to working as a team to deliver a professional result for the client, I have enjoyed improving my skills.”
Nikita GurungGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“A key highlight is the strong connection the program has to industry. I have gained an extensive understanding of both the theoretical and practical skills required to excel in my career in the tourism sector and practice sustainable tourism.”
Jurui WangGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“I was interested in the many opportunities to gain industry and research experience, which gave me genuine insight into the tourism research community. I'm confident my time at UQ has enhanced my career prospects and will continue to benefit me long after graduation”
Lara KlestovGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“I was able to participate from the design of the events to the actual day of the event, and was given the freedom to make my own decisions... I learned many techniques that I use at my workplace now.”
Lucia Fragoso CotaGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“The best things about my program were the two amazing practical experiences... I was working next to the event directors, making major decisions with them and following every process from beginning to end. It was such an empowering and incredible learning experience.”
Benedetta PiccioGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“From learning how to write professional emails and interacting with clients to working as a team to deliver a professional result for the client, I have enjoyed improving my skills.”
Nikita GurungGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“A key highlight is the strong connection the program has to industry. I have gained an extensive understanding of both the theoretical and practical skills required to excel in my career in the tourism sector and practice sustainable tourism.”
Jurui WangGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
“I was interested in the many opportunities to gain industry and research experience, which gave me genuine insight into the tourism research community. I'm confident my time at UQ has enhanced my career prospects and will continue to benefit me long after graduation”
Lara KlestovGraduate, Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.
Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.
Need help meeting the entry requirements?
Additional application information
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.
- Official transcripts of previous studies.
- Evidence of residency status.
- Permanent residents will be required to sit an IELTS test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.
Additional application information
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application:
- Official transcripts of previous studies.
Fields of study
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
This field prepares you to work in an exciting industry focusing on the various aspects of planning business, cultural or sporting events. The courses you'll study will allow you to develop advanced knowledge and skills in event design, strategy, project management and marketing, and open up local and international career opportunities in this growing industry.
You'll learn how to critically evaluate the key areas of hospitality management, and also gain advanced knowledge of food and beverage operations, service quality and strategies, and overall hotel operations, as well as the application of these areas in the global hospitality industry.
Your study covers the latest emerging markets and trends, distribution and marketing, tourism transport and the development of new destinations, enabling success in a wide range of travel and tourism industry sectors.
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
This field prepares you to work in an exciting industry focusing on the various aspects of planning business, cultural or sporting events. The courses you'll study will allow you to develop advanced knowledge and skills in event design, strategy, project management and marketing, and open up local and international career opportunities in this growing industry.
You'll learn how to critically evaluate the key areas of hospitality management, and also gain advanced knowledge of food and beverage operations, service quality and strategies, and overall hotel operations, as well as the application of these areas in the global hospitality industry.
Your study covers the latest emerging markets and trends, distribution and marketing, tourism transport and the development of new destinations, enabling success in a wide range of travel and tourism industry sectors.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$36,960
2022
Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $43,200
2022
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management is 5548.
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Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management is 5548.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying - or if you have any questions about Uni - get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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