Industry-Focused Learning

AUT is widely recognised for practical education and strong hospitality industry engagement. Students gain knowledge aligned with real-world hospitality operations and international business standards.

Excellent Hospitality Reputation

AUT’s hospitality and tourism programmes are well known in New Zealand and internationally for producing skilled graduates ready for hotel, tourism, events, and service industries.

Pathway to Higher Study

The graduate certificate can serve as a pathway into postgraduate hospitality qualifications such as:

• Postgraduate Certificate
• Postgraduate Diploma
• Master’s programmes in Hospitality Management

International Study Environment

Students study in Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, with exposure to multicultural hospitality environments and tourism businesses.

Flexible Study Options

The programme offers both full-time and part-time study pathways.

Programme Structure / Subjects Offered

Students select courses from the Bachelor of International Hospitality Management programme to complete 60 points.

Study Areas May Include:

• Hospitality Operations
• Customer Experience
• Food & Beverage Management
• Hotel Management
• Hospitality Marketing
• Tourism & Service Management
• Leadership in Hospitality
• International Hospitality Trends
• Event and Tourism Concepts

Disciplines / Specialisations

The qualification focuses on:

• International Hospitality Management
• Hospitality Operations
• Tourism and Service Industries
• Customer Experience Management
• Hospitality Leadership

Career Outcomes

Graduates may pursue careers such as:

• Hotel Supervisor or Manager
• Hospitality Coordinator
• Guest Relations Executive
• Food & Beverage Supervisor
• Restaurant Operations Executive
• Tourism & Hospitality Consultant
• Resort Operations Staff
• Event Hospitality Coordinator

Highlights of the Programme

• Study in Auckland, a major tourism and hospitality destination
• Industry-relevant curriculum
• Practical and applied learning
• Flexible study options
• Pathway to postgraduate hospitality education
• Globally recognised New Zealand qualification
• Multicultural learning environment

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

Current Important Updates

• AUT has confirmed upcoming intakes for July 2026 and February/July 2027.
• International students are advised to apply early because visa processing and admission assessments may take time. Student discussions online indicate application processing can occasionally take several weeks or months during peak intake periods.

Special Requirements

• Some applicants with non-standard qualifications may need additional academic assessment.
• Work experience can be considered for admission equivalency.
• Students must maintain satisfactory academic progress for future postgraduate pathways.

Common Visa Requirements Include:

• Offer of Place from AUT
• Proof of tuition fee payment
• Valid passport
• Financial proof for living expenses
• English language evidence
• Medical and character documents
• Overseas student health insurance