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Diploma in Pacific Rim Tourism (Level 5)
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Build a career sharing your love of the Pacific region with visitors from around the world.
The vibrant nations of the Pacific Rim are a vital draw card for the region’s tourism industry. This unique, integrated qualification focuses on cultural awareness, sensitivity and respect, and appeals to a range of students from high school leavers to mature learners seeking a career change.
The broad spectrum of this qualification will ensure you graduate with a variety of practical skills in information technology, business and marketing. Upon graduation you’ll be prepared to begin a career in tourism operations. Part of your training will include a co-op education placement within the industry to gain experience and perspective.
Want to take your studies further?
Graduates of the Diploma in Pacific Rim may continue their studies at degree level, with opportunities available to do so at international universities.
Download the Enrolment Guide and Timetable.
| Programme Code | MN4505 |
|---|---|
| Study Method | Full time |
| Qualification | MIT Diploma |
| Duration | Two Years |
| Applications | Close when programme is full |
| Start Dates | February and July |
| Level | 5 |
| Credits | 240 |
Offered by
Faculty of Business - Tourism and Travel
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have the following:
- A minimum of 50 NCEA credits at Level 2 or higher with at least 12 credits in each of three subjects including a minimum of 8 literacy credits at level 2 or higher in English or Te reo Maori, 4 credits must be in reading and 4 credits must be in writing or equivalent.
- A minimum of 14 numeracy credits at level 1 or higher in mathematics on the NQF or equivalent or
- A qualification of at least 60 credits at level 4 or above or
- Demonstrate equivalent practical, professional or educational experiences which indicate the ability to study at diploma level. This will be assessed at the interview and
- Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicant whose first language is not English may be asked to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6 with no band less than 5.5.
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Through an interview applicants must be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
- A strong motivation to work in the tourism industry
- The ability to work as a team
- The ability to communicate in groups and one on one
- A mature approach to study
Applicants accepted in order of application.
Cost
$5,400 (approx) per year
International Student Fees
$ 16,900 (approx) per year
Programme Summary
You must successfully complete 16 courses to graduate. For details on how to select your courses see enrolment guide EG2.
Course selection includes:
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Computing in Organisations
Course Code – 561.587
Gain an understanding of the computing environment in the workplace and how computing is used to meet an organisation’s goals. Also gain an understanding of contemporary computer applications in the work place. Learn to use typical applications and how to communicate computing needs effectively.
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Marae Tikanga Tourism
Course Code – 673.406
Develop an understanding of tikanga and its applications within a marae setting for inbound tourism and the relationships of the ahi kaa / ahi kaa roa and manuwhiri at a level appropriate for tourism.
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Pacific Rim Studies
Pacific Rim Studies
Develop an appreciation of cultural diversity which will foster their own tolerance and understanding of cross cultural issues affecting contemporary New Zealand society. Examine methods of research applicable to Polynesia and Pacific Rim tourism and international connections to Aotearoa/New Zealand.
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Business Management
Course Code – 243.508
Understand the challenge of ‘management’. Learn about both the new and the traditional approaches to key management issues and gain a respect for management concepts, as well as the confidence to understand and master them.
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Computerised Travel Reservations
Course Code – 443.342
Learn to operate a computer reservation system as an information and business tool including completing new travel arrangements, amending and cancelling travel arrangements, preparing costing, and printing tickets. Develop knowledge of International Air Transport Association (IATA) world geography and regulatory requirements for international air travel.
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eCommunication and Integrated Tour Design
Course Code – 442.412
Apply communication theory and processes in the context of technology (particularly electronic media) and communication competencies.
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Impact of Tourism on Indigenous Cultures
Course Code – 442.508
Develop an understanding of the impacts of tourism on traditional values and the way tourism potentially conflicts with and compromises indigenous values.
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Written Communication
Course Code – 185.401
Gain an understanding of the principles of effective writing. Develop writing skills in a variety of business contexts including emails, letters and report writing.
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Frontline Services
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Business Accounting
Course Code – 311.527
Gain an understanding of accounting and the use of accounting information as a basis for user decision making.
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Marketing 1
Course Code – 351.509
Understand the fundamental principles of marketing and their application to the business environment. Apply the knowledge they learn in marketing to a comprehensive major project.
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Planning a Tourism Product
Course Code – 442.509
Develop an awareness of research methods which can be applied to assessing land use and the environmental areas applicable to setting up a tourism venture or product.
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Commercial Law 1
Course Code – 323.508
Gain an understanding of the nature of the legal system in New Zealand, especially in the context of business. This covers the legal framework within which business activity occurs, the legislative process, and an introduction to and critique of some of the concepts which form the basis of commercial law.
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Tikanga Rangahau: Research Methods in Tourism
Course Code – 750.609
Develop research skills for the tourism industry.
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Interpersonal Communications
Course Code – 181.517
Increase students’ understanding of human behaviour in personal and professional contexts by introducing the concepts, research and applications of psychology.
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Cultural Tourism Environment
Course Code – 442.609
Develop key methods of cultural tourism research which can be applied by social and indigenous researchers in the field of Maori heritage and identity. Research will also cover environmental issues and the positioning of cultural identity within a region.
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Co-op Educational Placement with Industry
Course Code – 441.502
Develop an awareness of industry management techniques, and establish links between theory and practice within a work environment.
Further Training or Study
Students will be able to continue on to degree programmes upon completion of the diploma, with an opportunity to further study at international universities.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion and the embedded work experience will prepare students for positions within the tourism and travel industry such as Tourism Administration Team Leaders, Travel Agents. It will also prepare students for positions in areas such as wholesale inbound tour operations, visitor information centres, tourism offices and boards, marae based tourism operations, marketing and events management and international employment within the tourism industry.
