Graduate Certificate of Business in Global Hotel Leadership

About the course

Designed for professionals looking to extend skills or progress in hospitality, this graduate certificate develops higher-level management capability with a global hotel focus. Delivered through the University’s Hotel School, it builds on prior business and hospitality experience and supports career advancement in a fast-growing sector. It can also provide a pathway into the Master of Business in Global Hotel Leadership, a graduate-level qualification in hospitality and tourism.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue advancement into supervisory and management roles within hotels and the broader accommodation sector, including operations, guest experience and service leadership, and business-focused hotel management functions. The course supports professionals aiming to move into higher-responsibility positions in domestic or international settings and strengthen global industry awareness. Outcomes align to a graduate certificate in hospitality and tourism leadership and management.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)