Griffith College - Retail & Tourism Management Course Title Abroad UK Course Equivalency BAFDH-D1 Drawing I: Analytical & Fashion Drawing UK Course MAT 1-This module aims to: Achieve a degree of competency and confidence in freehand drawing through observation, analysis and the recording of objects and environments. Consolidate an understanding of form, geometry, proportion, scale, structure and function. Develop drawing skills to instill confidence and ability to communicate visually through sketching, technical drawing and figure drawings. Encourage experimentation to develop a personalized style of fashion drawing. Initiate an understanding of the language of fashion drawing and the role it plays in the communication of design. Encourage observation, analysis of fabrication and garment detail through drawing. Develop a good standard of proficiency in use of a computer which is essential in order to support later computer-aided design modules. Develop a capacity for using standard operating systems and standard software communications. BAFDH-FD1 Fashion Design I: Design, Sewing, Pattern & Garment Makeup UK Course MAT 2-This design module is project led and is the key integrative module on the program. The module introduces students to Fashion Design as an area of academic study and supports the development of skills, knowledge and understanding that are applicable to Fashion Design. The content includes design briefs and research, design development, presentation skills, pattern cutting, garment technology and garment construction. Students are introduced to all the essential areas of the Fashion Design process which will equip them with the skills to allow for further development throughout the course. The module is broken down into various project briefs, each of which is supported by lectures and taught workshop activities. Through the fashion design project the students are introduced to the basic principles of fashion design, the design process and the relevant terminology. There is an emphasis on visual research encouraging students to develop observation, drawing and experimentation skills, to promote creativity, aid original concept and idea generation. 3dimensional realization of design work is developed through research, fabric selection, sampling, pattern cutting and garment construction. BAFDH-T1 Technology I: Textile Theory UK Course MAT 2-This module aims to:Provide a general overview of fashion industry materials such as yarns and basic textiles. Introduce fiber theory and fiber classification systems. Differentiate between natural and man-made fibers and fabrics. Identify the basic principles of yarn construction and yarn processing. Identify and understand basic fabric constructions. Outline the processes for fabric construction, processing and finishing. Understand fabric performance and testing methods and procedures.

Accommodation and Facilities Management: UK course HMT 210 The scope and optimisation of accommodation and facilities management within the safety and legal constraints and responsibilities are developed in this module. The module also develops a systematic approach to the procedures involved in the security and safety of accommodation planning, design and maintenance. The learner is given an understanding of how to manage the physical plant so that they can work effectively as part of the facilities division team. Additionally, the module also presents a systematic approach to managing housekeeping operations in the hospitality industry, and gives learners knowledge of the important functions and organisation of front office procedures to ensure effective and efficient running of its operations. Conference & Event Management: UK course HMT 370 and GEED 1-This module is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of complexity and wide-ranging scope, role and purposes served by international events/conferences. Students will examine the inter-relationship of international events/conferences and both international and national hospitality products and services. The module will deal with planning and designing an event/conference, including the management of resources, budgets and time and will examine the socio-cultural and political issues affecting the design of cross-cultural and cross-border events. Students will analyse the role played by sponsorship, promotion and advertising, and will evaluate various constraints and regulations governing international events/conferences. Site/event visits and visits from conference/event managers will be a key element of this module and all students will be required to conduct an extensive analysis of a recent event/conference as part of their coursework. Food & Beverage Management: UK course HMT 308 The operations and management principles and procedures involved in an effective food and beverage control system are conveyed fully in this module. It provides an in-depth insight into the operating budget, menu management, menu pricing, purchasing and supplier selection, cost-volume profit analysis, labour cost-control, computer applications and the successful management of service quality standardisation. This module is considerably supported by the Industrial Placement Stage. Hospitality Law: UK course HMT 470 The legal requirements for the hospitality industry are explored in detail, in particular the rights and responsibilities that the law imposes upon an international hospitality manager. It allows learners to develop a full appreciation of the possible consequences of failure to satisfy these legal obligations. This module will be delivered with an international focus to illustrate to the learners both the similarities and differences between hospitality legislation in different jurisdictions.

Hospitality Operations I: UK course HMT 2-- and GEED 2-This module focuses on health and safety issues and food production skills relevant to the International Hospitality sector. It introduces the learners to the fundamental principles of health and safety practices within a hospitality context. It gives the learners the opportunity to acquire knowledge that will assist them during the industry placement and also their future careers. It also introduces them to the principles of food production in a practically oriented training environment. Hospitality Operations II: UK course HMT 3-- and GEED 3-This module focuses on health and safety issues and food production skills relevant to the International Hospitality sector. It introduces the students to the fundamental principles of health and safety practices within a hospitality context. It gives the students the opportunity to acquire knowledge that will assist them during the industry placement and also their future careers. It also introduces them to the principles of food production in a practically oriented training environment. International Hospitality Management: UK course HMT 560 This module, International Hospitality Management builds on the first semester module. It introduces the learners to additional sectors of the industry such as recreation, gaming and leisure, conference and events, as well as to the key principles of hospitality management. International Services Marketing: UK course HMT 3-- and GEED 1-This module is designed to strengthen and develop the students’ ability to analyse and understand, evaluate and manage services in the international hospitality market. The module emphasises the key elements involved in managing the marketing variables of a hospitality organisation operating in the global market including the impact of environmental and legal factors. Students will also examine the key characteristics of delivering services cross-culturally and the strategic challenges of planning and evaluating the international market for hospitality services. The module will also evaluate the role of the internet in services marketing and issues involved in managing cyber customers/delivering services over the web. Emphasis will be placed on team-work for the formulation of a group-based hospitality services marketing plan, while analytical and planning skills will be reinforced via extensive use of case studies, exercises, class discussions and appraisal of multi-national and indigenous companies in both national and international hospitality markets.

International Travel, Tourism & Hospitality: UK course HMT 3-- and GEED 1-This module deals with the patterns, principles and management of international travel and tourism and examines its role within the international hospitality industry. Students will learn about past, current and possible future trends in global travel, tourism and hospitality services and products and will evaluate the barriers to future development and expansion at local, national and international levels. The module examines the global impact of travel, tourism and hospitality services on local and global economy, society, culture and legislation. On completion, students will also be able to employ technology and data analysis in the appraisal of supply and demand, and development and improvement of travel and tourism services within the international hospitality sector. Introduction to the International Hospitality Industry: UK course HMT 120 The diverse and complex nature of International Hospitality Management is examined in this module. Learners are introduced to the basic structure and functioning of hospitality service organisations. The module is presented in the context of the international organisational environment and aims to help the learner understand the dynamics of the global hospitality industry. Principle of Services Marketing: UK course HMT 320 This module is designed to give learners a broad understanding of the key concepts and business practices in marketing. The module provides an overview of the nature and scope of marketing and its role in achieving business objectives. Rooms Division Management: UK course HMT 210 This module focuses on the key principles of room’s division management within the international hospitality industry. It provides learners with an insight into this dynamic hospitality sector and demonstrates to them the importance of this department as a major revenue generator with the lodging sector. It also gives the learner’s the opportunity to develop their operational and management knowledge of this key functional department. Tourism Studies: UK course HMT 270 and GEED 1-The aim of this module is to give learners an overview of the scale and structure of the tourism industry. It covers the fundamentals of tourism including development, supply and demand, the sectors involved in provision of tourism products and the future of the tourism industry.

Fashion Design I: UK course MAT 2-This design module is project led and is the key integrative module on the programme. The module introduces students to Fashion Design as an area of academic study and supports the development of skills, knowledge and understanding that are applicable to Fashion Design. The content includes design briefs and research, design development, presentation skills, pattern cutting, garment technology and garment construction. Students are introduced to all the essential areas of the Fashion Design process which will equip them with the skills to allow for further development throughout the course. The module is broken down into various project briefs, each of which is supported by lectures and taught workshop activities. Through the fashion design project the students are introduced to the basic principles of fashion design, the design process and the relevant terminology. There is an emphasis on visual research encouraging students to develop observation, drawing and experimentation skills, to promote creativity, aid original concept and idea generation. 3- dimensional realisation of design work is developed through research, fabric selection, sampling, pattern cutting and garment construction. Human Resource Management: UK course RTM 425 The intricacies of managing the human resources within the business context are developed in further detail. This module aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the major human resource issues involved in managing an international workforce within the hospitality industry. Factors such as recruitment and selection, training, employee deployment and development, performance and motivation are examined in detail. It gives students a clear knowledge of the laws relating to employment, benefits, work practices and health and safety issues. An international or “world view” of “best practice” is assumed. International Leisure and Services Management: UK course RTM 345 and GEED 1-This module covers the extensive array of different sport and leisure activities available internationally and is designed to develop student awareness of issues underlying the management of sport and leisure services. Students will examine the social, cultural and political factors that influence the provision of international sport and leisure services, and will evaluate the impact that these services have on local and global economies. Current and potential future trends and developments in international sport and leisure services will also be examined. As part of their management training on this module all students will conduct an extensive review of service development focusing on the management of resources and service quality with reference to a particular international leisure/sport service provider.