SCU - Graduate Certificate of Business in Global Hotel Leadership

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Course summary

If you’re just looking to extend your skills or to advance your career, the Graduate Certificate in Global Hotel Leadership is an ideal way to boost your knowledge and opportunities in this fast growing industry. This course is delivered at The Hotel School, Southern Cross University's unique partnership with Mulpha Australia.

You will build upon your current business and hospitality experience and learn to work at a higher level of management, with a global focus. This course is also a pathway to the Master of Business in Global Hotel Leadership.

Southern Cross University was rated in the world's top 50 universities in tourism and hospitality management by the 2019 Academic Ranking of World Universities.

Graduates enjoy excellent prospects – 95 per cent are employed before or shortly after graduation (The Hotel School 2018 Graduate Outcomes Survey).

Domestic snapshot

Duration	Location	Session
0.5F/1P	Brisbane - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3
	Melbourne - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3
	Sydney - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3
	Online	1

International snapshot

Duration

Location

Session

0.5F/1P

Brisbane - The Hotel School

1, 2, 3

Melbourne - The Hotel School

1, 2, 3

Sydney - The Hotel School

1, 2, 3

Major areas of study

Learning outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.

Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome
Intellectual rigour	Apply critical thinking and intellectual independence to investigate problems in a contemporary hotel context. Investigate, critically analyse, interpret knowledge in the field of hotel and hospitality leadership
Creativity	Apply creative thinking to solve problems that require adapting to new situations and changing circumstances. Generate ideas and concepts relating to hotel business operations
Ethical practice	Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of ethical standards and professionalism that apply in a hotel industry context Apply professional ethical frameworks and sustainable practices to hotel organisations
Knowledge of a discipline	Contextualise knowledge of recent developments in the global hotel context Demonstrate integrated theoretical knowledge in the study of hotel leadership and management and apply these principles in professional contexts
Lifelong learning	Reflect on and regulate learning and research, with personal autonomy and accountability, using well-developed information literacy skills. Demonstrate judgement in planning and decision making
Communication and social skills	Develop and communicate ideas clearly, coherently and effectively to others in the field and to broader audiences Demonstrate self-awareness and apply empathy in professional practice. Demonstrate an understanding of team dynamics and reflect and improve on becoming an effective member of a team and/or community of practice.
Cultural competence	Practice sensitivity and respect for cultural diversity and the relationship between people, in a range of professional and community contexts Be aware of importance of culture and diversity within the global hotel industry

Assessment methods

Teaching methods

Career opportunities

Professional placement

Professional recognition

Type

Detail

Course code

1008460

Course abbreviation

GradCertBusGHL

Credit points

Equivalent units

Duration

0.5 years full-time; 1 year part-time

Availability details

Location	Session
Brisbane - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3
Melbourne - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3
Sydney - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3
Online	1

Fees

Fee paying

Type

Detail

Course code

1008460

Course abbreviation

GradCertBusGHL

Credit points

Equivalent units

Duration

0.5 years full-time; 1 year part-time

Availability details

Location	Session	Annual Fees	CRICOS
Brisbane - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3	$13,200 ($3,300 per unit)	0101395
Melbourne - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3	$13,200 ($3,300 per unit)	0101395
Sydney - The Hotel School	1, 2, 3	$13,200 ($3,300 per unit)	0101395
Notice Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions.

Admission Requirements

Qualification equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree. Refer to the Course Structure tab for specific admission requirements.

English language IELTS

Category	Score
Overall Score	6.0
Reading	minimum 5.5
Writing	minimum 5.5
Listening	minimum 5.5
Speaking	minimum 5.5

Learning Resources

MySCU is a student's point of entry to a range of online services and resources that support study and student life. The portal includes unit learning sites and information sites where students can access resources, communication tools and useful links that are integral to their studies.

The web-based study environment Blackboard Learn delivers an advanced online learning environment for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate through virtual meeting spaces, classrooms, and discussion boards. They can share files, presentations and applications. If a tutorial or lecture is recorded, students can view it afterwards.

Learning materials include the provision of unit information guides, study guides and readings. Students may need to purchase or access prescribed text books.

The SCU Library provides a wide range of services that include face-to-face and online help, and access to print and electronic resources.

The Student Learning Zone supports student learning by offering online and on-campus academic skills workshops, assignment reviews and small group or one-on-one face-to-face, phone or Skype consultations with a Learning Coach during business hours 9am to 4.30pm. Appointments can be made via the MySCU Hub 'Connect Now' button or on the Learning Zone. Students can also book appointments online in Career Hub.

Grammarly Premium is free to all Southern Cross University students. Grammarly is a great tool to help improve your writing in conjunction with the help of Learning Coaches at the Student Learning Zone.

Equipment and facilities

The Hotel School provides students with well-equipped teaching spaces. Modern audiovisual equipment is standard in all teaching venues, and students have access to computer labs for individual study purposes, as well as wireless internet, printing and photocopying.

See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.

Course requirements

To be eligible to receive the Graduate Certificate of Business in Global Hotel Leadership students must successfully complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points) comprising:

3 core units (36 credit points); and
1 elective unit (12 credit points)

Schedule of units

The specific units (subjects) students will study over the duration of this course, including any majors or specialisations, will be available early June. For any specific course enquiries please contact us.

This course is available to:

Australian/Domestic students

Where and when do you want to study?

Brisbane - The Hotel School

Session 1March 2021

Session 2July 2021

Session 3November 2021

Melbourne - The Hotel School

Session 1March 2021

Session 2July 2021

Session 3November 2021

Sydney - The Hotel School

Session 1March 2021

Session 2July 2021

Session 3November 2021

Online

International students studying in Australia

Where and when do you want to study?

Brisbane - The Hotel School

Session 1March 2021

Session 2July 2021

Session 3November 2021

Melbourne - The Hotel School

Session 1March 2021

Session 2July 2021

Session 3November 2021

Sydney - The Hotel School

Session 1March 2021

Session 2July 2021

Session 3November 2021

Notice

The information on this page may be subject to change over time. Please check this web page again before acting and see our disclaimer

From the 1st of June, 2017, the term 'Distance Education' has been replaced with 'Online'