Bachelor of Business and Management (Professional Program - Major in Tourism & Hospitality Management)
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Business and Management (Professional Studies in Tourism and Hospitality Management) is a two-year professional program for candidates with substantial experience in the tourism, hospitality, or related industries who wish to formalise and advance their management qualifications. The program covers tourism marketing, hotel and resort management, food and beverage operations, event management, sustainable tourism, and tourism policy and planning.
Professional candidates who have worked in the tourism and hospitality industry for over ten years in managerial positions may apply under this professional studies mode. Papua New Guinea's growing tourism sector creates strong demand for qualified managers equipped to develop and lead hospitality businesses, tourism enterprises, and destination management organisations.
Entry Requirements
Professional Studies programs admit candidates who have not completed standard matriculation but have substantial relevant work experience. Applicants must provide:
- A minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience at managerial level.
- Full details of previous academic record.
- Evidence of work experience at managerial level.
- A detailed statement containing reasons for undertaking the program.
- If currently employed, a reference from the employer endorsing the intention to undertake the program.
Successful applicants are admitted provisionally and must pass the first semester of their two-year program with a GPA of 1.75 or better to be allowed to continue.