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The Graduate Diploma of Business in Global Hotel Leadership provides an introduction to advanced study in contemporary leadership techniques as they apply to the global hotel and hospitality sectors.
Delivered at The Hotel School, Southern Cross University’s unique partnership with Mulpha Australia, this course develops applied business skills to support graduates progress their leadership careers in contemporary global hotel industries. Graduates will be prepared to succeed in a middle management role across a range of hotel and hospitality settings.
The curriculum is built on hotel leadership/management principles. Students who successfully complete the Graduate Diploma may choose to progress to the Master of Business in Global Hotel Leadership where they will be exposed to a series of higher-level self-management approaches to learning.
Southern Cross University was rated in the world's top 200 universities in tourism and hospitality management by the 2022 Global Rankings of Academic Subjects (Shanghai Rankings).
The Graduate Diploma of Business in Global Hotel Leadership provides an introduction to advanced study in contemporary leadership techniques as they apply to the global hotel and hospitality sectors.
Delivered at The Hotel School, Southern Cross University’s unique partnership with Mulpha Australia, this course develops applied business skills to support graduates progress their leadership careers in contemporary global hotel industries. Graduates will be prepared to succeed in a middle management role across a range of hotel and hospitality settings.
The curriculum is built on hotel leadership/management principles. Students who successfully complete the Graduate Diploma may choose to progress to the Master of Business in Global Hotel Leadership where they will be exposed to a series of higher-level self-management approaches to learning.
Southern Cross University was rated in the world's top 200 universities in tourism and hospitality management by the 2022 Global Rankings of Academic Subjects (Shanghai Rankings).
Current Southern Cross students – to access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook.
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
Hayman Island - Hotel School:
To be eligible for admission to this course at the Hayman Island campus, students must successfully complete an interview process demonstrating that they have the necessary skills, experience and maturity to successfully study in this location, to the satisfaction of the Course Coordinator.
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 6.0 |
| Reading | minimum 5.5 |
| Writing | minimum 5.5 |
| Listening | minimum 5.5 |
| Speaking | minimum 5.5 |
This course comprises core units in communication, leadership and the global hotel landscape with the opportunity to select from a range of elective units covering hotel and hospitality operations and management.
Domestic students
| Location | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| Brisbane - The Hotel School | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 |
| Hayman Island - Hotel School | Term 1, Term 5 |
| Melbourne - The Hotel School | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 |
| Sydney - The Hotel School | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 |
International students
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane - The Hotel School | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 | $28,016 ($3,502 per unit) | 0101394 |
| Hayman Island - Hotel School | Term 1, Term 5 | $28,016 ($3,502 per unit) | 0101394 |
| Melbourne - The Hotel School | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 | $28,016 ($3,502 per unit) | 0101394 |
| Sydney - The Hotel School | Term 1, Term 3, Term 5 | $28,016 ($3,502 per unit) | 0101394 |
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. | |||
Applications for this course are made directly to Southern Cross University via our online application service.
To be eligible to receive the Graduate Diploma of Business in Global Hotel Leadership students must complete the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising:
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate of Business in Global Hotel Leadership after completing the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points).
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Core Units | |||||
| COMM5001 | Advanced Communication | ||||
| HOTL5001 | The Global Hotel Landscape | ||||
| HOTL5002 | The Global Hotel Leader | ||||
Option Units | |||||
| Select five (5) units from the following: | |||||
| HOTL5003 | Hotel Property and Operations | ||||
| HOTL6002 | Creating the Hotel Customer | ||||
| HOTL6003 | Talent and Culture | ||||
| HOTL6007 | Innovation and Enterprise | ||||
| HOTL5004 | Sustainable Hotel Management | ||||
| HOTL6004 | Disruption in Global Hospitality | ||||
Outstanding ratings of 'at world standard' or above in 23 research fields.
Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) 2018
Only 25 years young and ranked in the top 200 universities in the world.
Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2020
5-Star Student Support across undergraduate and postgraduate studies
Good Universities Guide 2021
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.
| Course Learning Outcome |
|---|
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 |
Apply creative thinking to solve problems that require adapting to new situations and changing circumstances. Generate ideas and concepts relating to hotel business operations |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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. |
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 |
Students are assessed in each unit on the basis of written and/or oral assignments. These may include researched essays, reports, presentations, case studies, portfolios, online discussions, tests and exams, as well as more interactive assessments such as blogs, wikis, online discussion boards and multi-media presentations. Students may also be asked to participate in group work as well as individual assignments. The weighting of assessment marks between assignments and examinations varies.
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.
Graduates will be able to advance their careers in a range of organisations within the business and tourism sectors including: hospitality outlets, hotels, events and conferences, cruise ships, airlines, casinos, clubs and any other business.
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