Overview

The global tourism and hospitality industry drives economic growth, cultural exchange, and international commerce across diverse global markets. The BCom (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality at Curtin University combines foundational business principles with specialized operational and strategic expertise tailored to modern service environments. Students investigate destination management, visitor experience design, sustainable tourism practices, and hospitality operations through practical case studies and industry-aligned coursework. The curriculum connects core commercial disciplines like marketing and finance with real-world service delivery and event strategy. Designed for ambitious professionals who aim to lead dynamic service organizations, this program equips graduates with the strategic vision and managerial tools required to innovate within global tourism and hospitality sectors.

What You'll Learn

Foundational business concepts, commercial communication, and management principles

Tourism system frameworks, destination planning, and visitor economy dynamics

Hospitality service management, operational execution, and customer experience design

Sustainable tourism practices, cultural heritage management, and ethical governance

Event management concepts, resort operations, and revenue management strategies

Strategic business management, marketing principles, and financial decision-making

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be able to design, manage, and evaluate strategic operations across contemporary tourism, hospitality, and event management sectors. Students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the global visitor economy, destination planning frameworks, and consumer behavior, enabling them to address emerging industry trends and operational challenges critically. They will develop practical proficiency in financial management, marketing strategy execution, and service delivery systems to enhance guest experiences and business performance. Through hands-on learning and industry-focused projects, learners will cultivate strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and problem-solving capabilities, empowering them to specialize in resort management, destination marketing, tourism policy, or sustainable operations.