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Advanced Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management

SIT60122

Your senior leadership in travel and tourism is an asset that deserves formal recognition. Years of strategic decision-making and operational management can serve as the evidence needed for your qualification. Start with a free skills review to see how your career history aligns with national standards.

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About This Qualification

This qualification reflects the role of senior managers with advanced operational skills who use a broad range of travel or tourism skills, combined with specialised managerial skills and substantial knowledge of industry operations, to coordinate travel or tourism operations. They operate with significant autonomy and are responsible for making strategic business management and operational decisions. This qualification provides a pathway to work in many travel and tourism industry sectors and for a diverse range of employers including travel agencies, tour wholesalers, tour operators, inbound tour operators, tourist attractions, visitor information centres, and other tourism businesses. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Qualification Code

SIT60122

Training Package

SIT — Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Training Package

AQF Level

Advanced Diploma

Total Units

27 (17 core + 10 elective)

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

RPL It Status: Available

Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.

Career Outcomes

According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:

RoleResponsibilities
Operations ManagerDirecting the daily operational activities and strategic planning for large-scale tourism organisations or travel agencies.
Business Development ManagerIdentifying new market opportunities and building high-level commercial relationships to drive revenue growth.
Marketing DirectorDirecting comprehensive marketing programs and analysing market research to position tourism products effectively.

Delivering Registered Training Organisations

All assessment and qualification issuance for this qualification is carried out by one of the following partner RTOs, each of which holds SIT60122 on their scope of registration with ASQA:

Which RTO will deliver my qualification? The delivering RTO will be confirmed during your skills review and prior to enrolment. Your qualification will be issued directly by the delivering RTO and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Fees

Final pricing will be confirmed before enrolment.

You will receive a detailed, personalised quote — including the total fee, payment terms, interest-free payment plan options, and the name of the delivering RTO — before you are asked to enrol or make any payment.

Refund policy:If RPL It is unable to process your application, you will receive a full refund of any fees paid to RPL It. Once your portfolio has been submitted to the RTO for assessment, the RTO's refund policy applies. Details will be provided before enrolment.

Indicative Timeframes

✓ What we control

  • • Guiding you through evidence gathering
  • • Submitting a complete portfolio to the RTO
  • • Following up on your behalf

⏳ What we don't control

  • • The RTO's assessment workload
  • • The assessor's evaluation timeline
  • • The qualification issuance process

Based on our experience, the majority of RPL candidates receive their qualification within 4–6 weeks of their complete evidence portfolio being submitted to the RTO. Individual timeframes vary based on qualification complexity, evidence completeness, and RTO capacity.

Roles & Responsibilities

RPL It AustraliaDelivering RTO
RoleStudent support serviceRegistered Training Organisation
Initial skills review✅
Evidence gathering guidance✅
Formal assessment✅ Qualified assessors
Assessment judgement✅ Made by the RTO
Gap trainingAvailable if required (delivered by RTO)
Qualification issuance✅ Issued by the RTO
Complaints & appealsOwn complaints process✅ RTO process applies to assessments

RPL It Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 55 689 826 917) is not an RTO and does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.

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Could RPL Be Right for You?

Experience can be evidence.

RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.

RPL typically involves:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise

ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice

RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.

Our approach:

“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”

What Kind of Experience Counts?

If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:

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Work History & Roles

  • ✓Comprehensive CV detailing senior management roles
  • ✓Detailed position descriptions
  • ✓Corporate organisational charts
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Strategic Planning

  • ✓Business plans and operational strategies
  • ✓Risk management frameworks
  • ✓Marketing and product development reports
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Financial Management

  • ✓Budget preparation and monitoring records
  • ✓Financial performance analysis
  • ✓Resource and asset management plans
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Business Relationships

  • ✓Contracts with tour wholesalers or operators
  • ✓Evidence of stakeholder engagement
  • ✓Commercial partnership agreements
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Operational Leadership

  • ✓WHS system documentation
  • ✓Quality assurance policies and procedures
  • ✓Staff leadership and performance records
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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

How do I get started with RPL for this qualification?▾
The process begins with a free skills review where we map your management experience against the qualification requirements. If you are well-positioned, we will guide you in compiling an evidence portfolio for formal assessment by a qualified assessor from our partner RTO.
Is an RPL qualification the same as one from full-time study?▾
Yes, the qualification issued through RPL is identical to one earned through classroom study. It is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and carries the same weight with employers and industry bodies.
How long does the process typically take?▾
Most candidates complete the process within 4 to 6 weeks once their evidence portfolio has been submitted to the RTO for assessment. The initial gathering of documentation depends on your availability, but we provide a dedicated guide to keep things moving.
What kind of evidence do I need to provide for a senior management qualification?▾
Evidence typically includes strategic business plans, operational budgets, marketing strategies, and records of high-level decision-making. Your consultant will help you identify existing documents from your work history that demonstrate your competency.
Can I use my experience running a travel agency or tour company?▾
Absolutely. If you have been responsible for the strategic direction, financial management, and operational coordination of a travel or tourism business, that experience is highly relevant for this Advanced Diploma.
Do I need to hold a lower-level qualification first?▾
No, there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. Your eligibility is based entirely on your current senior management experience and your ability to demonstrate competency across the required units of the training package.
Is an RPL qualification the same as one obtained through full-time study?▾
Yes. RPL is a legitimate form of assessment within the Australian VET system. The qualification issued is identical to one obtained through any other mode of delivery and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Who assesses my evidence?▾
Your evidence is assessed by a qualified assessor employed or contracted by the delivering Registered Training Organisation (RTO) — not by RPL It. The assessor holds the credentials required under the 2025 Standards for RTOs and has current industry experience.
What if gaps are identified in my skills?▾
If the assessor identifies areas where your evidence does not fully demonstrate competency, the RTO can provide gap training. The RTO will discuss any associated requirements or costs with you if this becomes necessary. Gap training is targeted to the specific areas identified and is designed to help you meet the full requirements of the qualification.
What if I don’t have enough experience for RPL?▾
If the initial skills review indicates that RPL is not suitable for you at this time, we’ll let you know honestly and discuss alternative options. We would rather direct you to the right pathway than enrol you in a process that won’t lead to a successful outcome.
How long does the RPL process take?▾
Based on our experience, the majority of RPL candidates receive their qualification within 4–6 weeks of their complete evidence portfolio being submitted to the RTO. However, this is an average based on past outcomes — not a guarantee. Factors include qualification complexity, evidence completeness, whether gap training is required, and the RTO’s current assessment capacity.
Can I do this from outside Australia?▾
This depends on the specific qualification. Many qualifications are based on Australian codes, standards, and legislation, and some require access to an Australian workplace for assessment. If you are based outside Australia, please contact us to discuss whether RPL is feasible for your circumstances.

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