If you can take the heat, get into the kitchen! Do you enjoy a bit of on-the-job pressure? Want to be creative and able to share those creations with others? These are some of the reasons why people are dedicated to this field and love it.

Looking for a role that could take you around the world? Whether you can see yourself managing a five star hotel or cruising around the Mediterranean, hospitality can open these doors. Hospitality is the art of making people feel welcome and comfortable where ever they are. The hospitality industry is one career path where a smile and bubbly personality can be worth more than anything.

Show off New Zealand's unique culture, beautiful mountains, lakes, rivers, forests, hiking trails and historic sites. Live up to our reputation of being the 'adventure capital of the world' through bungy jumping to skydiving, white-water rafting to jet boating. If you've got adrenalin pumping or just want to tell everyone about it, a career in tourism could be for you.

Careers abound in tourism, travel and hospitality operations, and conference and marketing roles. In an industry which recognises talent, progression to a position of responsibility can be rapid. Graduates of the Bachelor of Tourism Management have gained employment in a diverse range of organisations including hotels, tourist attractions, airlines, consulting companies, regional tourism organisations, educational institutions and government. The degree also prepares students for postgraduate study in tourism management in New Zealand or overseas.