Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Southern Institute of TechnologyThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year and 17 weeks
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Invercargill Campus
Are you a people-person who loves to travel? Are you working in the tourism industry and want to upskill for that dream job? Are you looking for a career with tremendous potential, in an interesting and dynamic field?Tourism and travel operators are seeking the right people, with the right skills, to assist clients and visitors achieve their dream holiday experience, while supporting regional development.If this sounds like you, the New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel may be the right programme for you.This one-year qualification allows you to experience and learn about the national and international tourism industry, as well as the delivery of a comprehensive visitor experience. You'll build skills in tourism and travel management work practices while learning about the wider tourism and hospitality sector and how it fits within the New Zealand business environment.The aim of this programme is to develop graduates who can be employed in senior positions in the tourism and travel industry. Roles may include tourism operations advisors, business development coordinators and trade development advisors. Graduates may also progress on to further study in the New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 6).
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