Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management
01 October 2024
01 October 2024
Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management
The Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management is designed for tourism professionals who want to advance their knowledge, strengthen their leadership capabilities and prepare for senior roles within the tourism industry. The programme develops advanced skills in strategic tourism management, sustainable tourism practices and applied research to help you respond to the evolving needs of one of South Africa's most important economic sectors. Throughout the programme, you will explore contemporary issues affecting tourism, develop strategic management expertise and learn how to apply research to solve industry challenges. You will also have the opportunity to specialise in adventure leadership, event planning or tourism development, allowing you to tailor your studies to your career goals. By the time you graduate, you will be equipped to make informed decisions, lead sustainable tourism initiatives and contribute to the growth and development of the tourism industry. The qualification also provides a pathway to further postgraduate study.
Requirements and Opportunities
Modules & Credits
Fees are paid per module. The programme will be completed over two years. Compulsory modules - 120 credits
Fees are subject to an annual increase.
Strategic Tourism Management A
Strategic Tourism Management B
Contemporary Issues in Tourism A
Contemporary Issues in Tourism B
Research Methodology A
Research Methodology B
Electives - Choose a stream and complete A and B
Select a stream and complete Parts A and B
Adventure Leadership IV Parts A and B
Adventure Leadership IV Parts A and B explore leadership principles and their application within the adventure tourism sector. Students examine the differences between leadership and management and learn to apply leadership techniques to individuals and teams, taking relevant international standards and best practice into account. The modules also develop students’ ability to evaluate how leadership approaches affect colleagues, shareholders, other stakeholders and clients.
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Tourism Development IV Parts A and B
Tourism Development IV Parts A and B examine the organisations, policies and key drivers that shape tourism development globally and in South Africa. Students analyse documents that influence South African tourism policy and explore tourism's role in economic development. The modules also cover the different levels of tourism development implementation and their guiding documents. Through case study analysis, students identify successes and gaps in implementation.
OR
Event Planning IV Parts A and B
Event Planning IV Parts A and B focus on sustainable event management and the application of its principles, concepts and theories. Students explore research methods, techniques and technologies used in event management and develop their ability to evaluate the impacts of sustainable event management practices. The modules also address relevant standards and legislation.
OR
Adventure Leadership IV Parts A and B
Adventure Leadership IV Parts A and B explore leadership principles and their application within the adventure tourism sector. Students examine the differences between leadership and management and learn to apply leadership techniques to individuals and teams, taking relevant international standards and best practice into account. The modules also develop students’ ability to evaluate how leadership approaches affect colleagues, shareholders, other stakeholders and clients.
OR
Tourism Development IV Parts A and B
Tourism Development IV Parts A and B examine the organisations, policies and key drivers that shape tourism development globally and in South Africa. Students analyse documents that influence South African tourism policy and explore tourism's role in economic development. The modules also cover the different levels of tourism development implementation and their guiding documents. Through case study analysis, students identify successes and gaps in implementation.
OR
Event Planning IV Parts A and B
Event Planning IV Parts A and B focus on sustainable event management and the application of its principles, concepts and theories. Students explore research methods, techniques and technologies used in event management and develop their ability to evaluate the impacts of sustainable event management practices. The modules also address relevant standards and legislation.
FEES
* Fees quoted are as at 2026 and are subject to an annual increase.