The Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management at AUT is designed for students who already have a hospitality-related undergraduate qualification and want to advance into leadership, strategic management, consultancy, research, or specialised hospitality roles.

The programme develops advanced knowledge in:

• Strategic hospitality management
• Leadership and ethics
• Luxury hospitality
• Hospitality marketing
• Financial management
• Organisational culture
• Tourism and hospitality resilience

Key Benefits

• Industry-focused postgraduate qualification
• Strong international hospitality perspective
• Study in Auckland, New Zealand’s tourism and hospitality hub
• Practical and research-informed learning
• Pathway to master’s and research programmes
• Exposure to real hospitality challenges and leadership practices
• Flexible study with full-time and part-time options
• Global career relevance in hospitality, tourism, luxury services, and destination management

Programme Structure / Subjects Offered

Students complete 120 points.

Complete 90 Points From

• HOSP801 Managing Luxury
• HOSP802 Profitable Financial Strategies for Responsible Enterprises
• HOSP803 Hospitality Marketing Research
• HOSP804 People, Power and Profit: Contemporary Issues in Tourism, Hospitality and Events Employment
• HOSP805 Strategic Management in Hospitality
• HOSP806 Designing a Hospitable Organisational Culture
• HOSP807 Leadership and Ethics in Hospitality and Tourism
• TOUR815 Critical Tourism & Hospitality Perspectives
• TOUR818 Risk, Resilience and Crisis Management: Organisational and Destination Perspectives

Additional Study

• Up to 30 points may be selected from approved courses from another programme.

Disciplines / Specialisations Covered

The programme includes advanced study areas such as:

•  Hospitality Leadership
• Luxury Hospitality
• Hospitality Finance
• Strategic Management
• Hospitality Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Organisational Culture
• Tourism and Hospitality Ethics
• Crisis and Risk Management
• Hospitality Research

Career Outcomes

Graduates may pursue careers in:

Hospitality Industry

• Hospitality Operations Manager
• Hotel Manager
• Resort Manager
• Luxury Hospitality Consultant
• Guest Experience Manager

Tourism & Destination Sector

• Destination Marketing Specialist
• Tourism Development Advisor
• Visitor Experience Manager

Business & Consultancy

• Hospitality Consultant
• Business Development Executive
• Strategic Planning Specialist

Research & Education

• Hospitality Researcher
• Academic pathways toward master’s and doctoral studies

Entrepreneurship

• Hospitality entrepreneur
• Food and beverage business owner

Visa Requirements for International Students

International students generally require:

• Valid New Zealand student visa
• Offer of Place from AUT
• Proof of tuition fee payment
• Evidence of sufficient living funds
• Medical and travel insurance
• Valid passport
• English language proficiency proof

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

Important Notes

• Some courses may only be available in specific semesters.
• Selection interviews may apply for certain applicants.
• Students with industry experience may receive consideration for admission equivalency.
• The qualification can act as a pathway into higher postgraduate study.

Industry Engagement & Practical Learning

AUT maintains strong links with the hospitality and tourism industry. Recent industry collaborations have created opportunities for:

• Internships
• Industry projects
• Networking
• Scholarships
• Employment pathways

Programme Highlights

• Advanced Level 8 postgraduate qualification
• Globally relevant hospitality management education
• Industry-connected curriculum
• Strong focus on leadership and strategic thinking
• Flexible full-time or part-time study
• Multicultural learning environment
• Pathway to master’s and research programmes
• Study in New Zealand’s largest tourism and hospitality city