Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management/Bachelor of Sports Management - 282JA
| Course Code: | 282JA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 1 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business, Government & Law |
| Discipline(s): | Canberra Business School Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science |
| CRICOS Code: | 081000G |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Introduction
The confluence of the events, tourism and sports industries is an exciting and evolving place of work with events, especially mega sport events such as the Olympics and Paralympics, providing exceptional opportunities for communities to enhance their tourism yield, economic growth and social legacies as a result of these events. The double degree in event, tourism and sports management will enable students to work effectively across a diverse range of contexts, such as event management, tourism operations and management, and sports management, including the growing area of sports tourism. The underpinning business foundation units enable the development of knowledge and skills that may be applied in many industries and workplaces. With the opportunity for a significant industry involvement and participation, students can graduate with the knowledge, skills and professional expertise to work effectively and efficiently upon graduation across a range of contexts in events, tourism and/or sport.
Admission Requirements
Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.
Assumed Knowledge
None.
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Sports Management | B SportsMgt |
| Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management | B Event&TrsmMgt |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management | Bachelor of Sports Management |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details. New course commencing semester 1, 2014. Replacing 898AA.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| To gain knowledge and skills across a range of business and management studies which will inform and enhance graduate's management capabilities in modern organisations. | Communication Analysis and inquiry Problem solving Working independently and with others |
| To gain knowledge and skills across a range of sport relevant studies which will inform and enhance graduate's sport management capabilities in modern professional sporting organisations. | Communication Analysis and inquiry Problem solving Working independently and with others |
| To experience sport industry placements and internships which will familiarise students with practices, issues and trends in the sport industry which will contribute to a near seamless transition for graduates to the sport industry workplace. | Communication Analysis and inquiry Problem solving Working independently and with others Professionalism and social responsibility |
| Graduates of the Bachelor of Events and Tourism Management degree will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through innovation and initiative, particularly as these relate to problem solving and decision making. They will develop and adapt solutions to a diverse range of issues and contexts by taking responsibility for their own learning, both independently and within a team environment. | Analysis and inquiry Professionalism and social responsibility Working independently and with others Communication Problem solving |
| An in depth knowledge of historic and contemporary principles and concepts in events and tourism management with specific attention to business-related fields and disciplines such as human resource management, accounting and information systems. | Analysis and inquiry Professionalism and social responsibility Working independently and with others Communication Problem solving |
| A demonstrated understanding of the events and tourism industry including its structure, standards, codes of practice and corporate governance. | Analysis and inquiry Professionalism and social responsibility Working independently and with others Communication Problem solving |
| The ability to critically analyse event and tourism management principles and concepts in order to develop solutions to problems in contemporary professional practice. | Analysis and inquiry Professionalism and social responsibility Working independently and with others Communication Problem solving |
| Communication skills to enhance the working environment and to present clear and coherent information in a range of formats for business and academe. | Analysis and inquiry Professionalism and social responsibility Working independently and with others Communication Problem solving |
| Technical skills to facilitate research and analysis of business and tourism data. | Analysis and inquiry Professionalism and social responsibility Working independently and with others Communication Problem solving |
Course Duration
Standard eight semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2014->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2015->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
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