Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management

Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management

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Study load
Full time
Program code

BP312

Duration
3 years
Application deadlines

05 Feb 2027
08 Oct 2027

Intakes
Mar, Oct
Location
RMIT Saigon South
Program code
N/A
Application deadlines
N/A

Overview

  • Apply international standards in real-world settings, building management and business capabilities to lead in fast-growing tourism and hospitality sectors 
  • Gain hands-on experience through industry projects, site visits and internships with leading hospitality and tourism organisations 
  • Broaden career opportunities with business minors while developing transferable management skills across diverse service industries 

Tourism and hospitality is one of the world’s most dynamic and internationally connected industries, spanning travel, hotels, events, entertainment and destination experiences. As Vietnam’s tourism sector continues to grow and evolve, demand is increasing for professionals who can combine service excellence with strong business and management capabilities. 

At RMIT, this program is designed for students who enjoy working with people and are interested in the business of tourism, hospitality and customer experiences. You’ll develop capabilities across operations, marketing, customer experience and service leadership while building the management and strategic thinking needed to navigate local and global tourism and hospitality industries. 

Learning extends beyond the classroom through industry-partnered projects, company visits, internships and engagement with leading professionals from RMIT’s extensive industry network. 

Combined with flexible business minors and accreditation from leading global professional associations, the program prepares graduates for diverse career pathways across tourism, hospitality and wider service industries in Vietnam and internationally.  

AACSB Accredited

RMIT's College of Business and Law is an accredited member of AACSB International (AACSB) – the world’s largest business education alliance.

AACSB accreditation is a globally recognised standard of excellence for business schools, with members in over 100 countries and territories. It signifies a commitment to quality, continuous improvement and high-quality business education.

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Academic Ranking of World Universities (ShanghaiRanking) 2022-2025

76th-100th Hospitality and Tourism Management Program

Program structure

The structure displayed shows the advised program structure and progression. 

Semester 7

Semester 8

Semester 9

* University elective: Choose from elective courses offered across the university in any other program.

** Business option / minor course: Choose a minimum of four business options to form a minor of your choice (each minor consists of four courses within one discipline).

List of minors 

  • Accounting in Business
  • Digital Economy
  • Business and Technology
  • Cybersecurity
  • Digital Marketing
  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • Global Business
  • Logistics and Supply Chain
  • Management and Change
  • Human Resource Management
Learn more about courses for all minors here

You can also choose a minimum of four business options in mixed disciplines, which will lead to a default Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management degree with no minor. 

Program guide for RMIT Saigon South.

Learning, teaching and assessment

  • Teaching methods include face-to-face delivery, tutorials, classes, workshops and industry seminars. Students will undertake team learning activities and projects - projects require students to effectively communicate outcomes across all communication modes (speaking, listening, writing, drawing and presenting) to a range of audiences
  • Examples of assessments may take the following forms:
    • Examinations
    • Assignments and projects: individually or in groups 
    • Reflective journals
    • Assessed tutorials: a form of in-class test, which may be done individually or as a team
    • Self-assessment and peer-assessment
  • Industry partners are a key component of the program, and you will have access to professional mentors, guest speakers, and internship opportunities
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Students undertaking the Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management will develop knowledge and critical analysis skills relevant to contemporary tourism and hospitality management. Areas of study include but are not limited to leadership, cross-cultural studies, analytical and technical competencies, problem- solving, and communication. The application of these competencies will be demonstrated through interactive and experiential learning activities, case studies and assessments. 

Upon the successful completion of this program, you will be able to
  1. Analyse how globalisation impacted the historical development of the tourism and hospitality industry. 
  2. Apply analytical and quantitative skills to formulate business decisions related to tourism and hospitality management.
  3. Evaluate and apply leadership theory and practices to diverse management scenarios in the tourism and hospitality industry.
  4. Demonstrate reasoned judgement in the evaluation of ethical business practices in the tourism and hospitality industry.
  5. Reflect on performance management systems to identify and action strategies for the management of people within the tourism and hospitality industry.
  6. Communicate clearly and persuasively to negotiate, consult, and engage with clients, employees and other stakeholders within the tourism and hospitality industry
  7. Formulate innovative options and recommendations for sustainable business practices within the tourism and hospitality industry.
  8. Critically evaluate and apply risk management strategies, including counter terrorism strategies, within the international tourism and hospitality industry.

RMIT provides world-class blended learning with both face-to-face and online experiences in a global network, a supportive community, and real-world skills.

Learn more about blended learning

Career

You will be prepared to pursue exciting careers in areas including:

Hospitality and accommodation

  • Accommodation management (hotels, resorts, hostels)  
  • Food and beverage management  
  • Guest relations and communications  
  • Hospitality revenue management  

Tourism, travel and experiences 

  • Tour and travel agencies  
  • Special-interest tourism  
  • Tourism planning and development organisations  
  • Transportation services  
  • Recreation and sports  

Events, operations and business management 

  • Events, weddings and banquet management  
  • Marketing and sales  
  • Operations management and planning  
  • Tourism and hospitality research, data analytics and strategic planning 
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The Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management at RMIT Vietnam is the only program in Vietnam to be accredited by the Institute of Hospitality (IoH) (United Kingdom). The IoH Accreditation promotes internationally recognised quality standards in hospitality education and provides institutions with the assistance to develop, enhance and improve on their programs and quality management systems.

The Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management at RMIT Vietnam is also a premier member of the International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (I-CHRIE) and the Asia-Pacific CHRIE (ApacCHRIE). This program is the first in Vietnam to achieve premier membership status. Membership with I-CHRIE and ApacCHRIE provides access to a global academic and industry community, supports professional development, and enhances international visibility within the hospitality and tourism field.

The Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management at RMIT Vietnam is the first program in Vietnam to establish a professional student chapter affiliated with Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP). This milestone connects RMIT students with a global, non-profit professional association specialising in hospitality finance and technology, providing access to industry resources, professional networks and career development opportunities. The collaboration supports the integration of international standards and innovation into students’ learning experiences across tourism, hospitality and business disciplines.

The Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management at RMIT Vietnam is also a long-standing member of PATA (Pacific Asia Travel Association) since 2019. It is the first higher learning institution in Vietnam to be inducted with a PATA Chapter. PATA advocates the responsible development of the travel trade and the tourism industry in the Asia Pacific region. It supports education, innovation, collaboration, and adaptability. PATA brings together governments, industry leaders, academia, and communities to drive positive, lasting change.

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Further studies

When you successfully complete this program, you may be eligible for entry into an RMIT honours or postgraduate program in Vietnam and Australia.

Fees

Payments can be made each semester, on a course-by-course basis.

Fee program

Annual tuition fee 

(based on full time study load - 8 courses)

Whole program fee

(24 courses - 288 credits)

 

 15,104 USD (indicative USD fee) ~ 394,656,000 VND 45,311 USD (indicative USD fee) ~ 1,183,968,000 VND 

Notes

    1. RMIT Vietnam has 3 semesters per year, in each semester you enrol into a maximum of 3 courses. The duration of programs is flexible and can be adapted on an individual basis upon enrolment. 
    2. Program fees are priced and invoiced in Vietnamese Dong (VND) by semester. Payments are made each semester, on a course-by-course basis.
    3. Payments made in foreign currencies will be converted to Vietnamese Dong (VND) based on the applicable exchange rate on the transaction date. Any currency conversion fees and related bank charges will be borne by the student.
    4. Online payment via myRMIT is the preferred payment method, as it offers secure transactions, automatic confirmation, and faster processing.
    5. Fees are indicative only and subject to change based on individual enrolment. These fees apply only to 2027. For further details and terms and conditions, refer to the 2027 Student Fees and Charges Guide (available in 2027).

    Scholarships

    Tourism and Hospitality Management Scholarship

    Tourism & Hospitality Management Scholarship is awarded to the applicants who have achieved outstanding academic performance in high school and have a desire to succeed in a tourism and hospitality world.

    Professor Nguyen Van Dao Scholarship

    A scholarship is offered in Nguyen Van Dao's honour to the applicant with the best high school mathematics grade among all applicants.

    Vice-Chancellor's Scholars

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholars are identified among those scholarship applicants who have achieved exceptional academic results and leadership while at high school.

    Academic Achievement Scholarship

    The Academic Achievement scholarships are awarded to those scholarship applicants who have achieved exceptional academic results in high school.

    Check your eligibility for a scholarship

    We have awarded more than 665 billion VND worth of scholarships to over 2,050 young people from Vietnam and around the world. These people exemplify characteristics that RMIT prides itself on.

    Entry requirements and admissions

    Academic requirements

    • Completion of Vietnamese Upper Secondary School (High School) Graduation Diploma; and
    • Achieve a minimum GPA of 7.0/10.0 for Grade 12

    For other international qualifications please review entry requirements by country.

    Academic pathway

      English requirements

      Successfully complete RMIT Vietnam English Advanced, or complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

      • IELTS (Academic)/ IELTS (Academic) One Skill Retake: minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
      • TOEFL iBT: score of 79 (with a minimum score of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
        • Please note that any tests taken on or after 21 January 2026 must be the TOEFL iBT Australia test. TOEFL iBT results reported on a 1–6 score scale are not accepted.
      • Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 (with no communication band below 50)
      • Cambridge: minimum score of 176 (no less than 169 in any component), for
        • C1 Advanced, formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE); or
        • C2 Proficiency, formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)

      For other recognised English results, please review English equivalency requirements.

      Notes
      • RMIT does not accept scores from at-home or online testing.
      • Previous study and proficiency tests are recognised for two years from the completion date or test date to the program commencement date unless stated otherwise.
      • When more than one form of English language proficiency test is presented, RMIT will only consider the most relevant achievement.

      Please contact the RMIT Vietnam Student Recruitment team for more information.

      There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.

      English Pathways

      Don't meet the English language test scores? Successfully complete English for University for entry into this program. 

      Credit transfer

      Come from a partner institution? RMIT has pathway arrangements with many partner institutions around the world. If your institution has a pathway arrangement with RMIT, you may be able to receive credit and reduce the time it will take to complete your preferred RMIT program. 

      Find out if your institution has a pathway arrangement with RMIT.

      If you have qualifications from an institution that is not an RMIT partner, credit into your RMIT program will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

      Please contact the RMIT Vietnam Student Recruitment team for more information.

      This course is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa.

      Information for international students

      Sorry, this course is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa. If you hold a different visa type, you may be eligible. Please contact Study@RMIT for more information.

       

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