Tourism and Hospitality Management
Why study Tourism and Hospitality Management?
Tourism and hospitality is one of New Zealand's fastest-growing export industries, and it can take your career to new places.
This subject will prepare you for an exciting global career managing tourism or hospitality businesses or events, in an industry that's focused on finding out what visitors want, and satisfying their needs. It's your ticket to work anywhere in the world!
You might even decide to become an entrepreneur and start up your own tourism or hospitality business.
The industry encompasses hotels/resorts, cruise ships, sport and leisure operators, restaurants, cafes, bars, theme parks, entertainment, arts and cultural attractions, special events, and much more.
Employers are looking for skillful, business-savvy managers who can plan, control, make strategic decisions, and understand the legal requirements for this sector - and that's where you come in.
- Learn how to design and deliver memorable travel experiences
- Build practical knowledge in areas such as service management, designing operational systems, business strategy, leading teams of staff, and managing financial resources.
- Gain skills in destination marketing, event management, and intercultural communication.
For more information about Tourism and Hospitality Management at Waikato, please visit the Waikato Management School website.
Career Opportunities
- Adventure tourism operator
- Entrepreneur
- Hotel/resort/cruise ship manager
- National or regional tourism planner/promoter
- Operations manager
- Policy Advisor
- Special events planner
- Tourism/hospitality business consultant
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Scholarships and prizes
Visit our Scholarship Finder for information about possible scholarships.
Graduate study options
Graduate or postgraduate study lets you develop advanced knowledge in an area of management that you are passionate about, giving you an edge in the job market.
For more information about the best study pathway for you, please talk to an adviser in the Management Student Centre (MSC).
Cultural experience
Waikato Management School has a vibrant student culture that offers plenty of social and learning opportunities.
You can meet like-minded people through student clubs, such as:
- Waikato Management School Students' Association (WMSSA)
- Management Communication Students' Association (MCSA)
- Te Ranga Ngaku- the Maori management student network
We also have a WMS student mentoring programme to help ease the academic and social transition from high school to university, by connecting you with other students who've been in your shoes before.
Student mentors can offer advice on everything from papers, study strategies, student groups and resources to entertainment and social activities.
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