Master of Tourism, Hotel and Event Management

About the course

This program develops managerial capability for tourism, hospitality and events, combining business acumen with industry-specific knowledge to design and deliver high-quality visitor experiences. You can tailor your study through specialisations and electives, and build practical experience via placements, site visits and optional study tours or internships. It is a master coursework degree focused on Hospitality & Tourism leadership and operations. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue management and specialist roles across tourism, hospitality and event organisations, applying strategy, marketing, finance and risk skills to improve customer and visitor experiences. Career paths can include destination and tourism development, hotel and resort management, event and venue operations, visitor experience management, consulting, and roles in government agencies or industry bodies. This master coursework degree supports careers in Hospitality & Tourism 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)