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Diploma of Travel and Tourism Subject

Introduction to Marketing and Branding - IMB101FC

Understanding organisational marketing & personal branding.

IMB101FC is a core subject of the Diploma of Travel and Tourism delivered in partnership between Flight Centre Travel Academy and Torrens University Australia.

⭐ 9 WEEKS ⭐ 6 MODULES ⭐ 3 ASSESSMENTS

What to expect

Throughout this 9-week subject, students will engage with 6 modules. This subject aims to introduce students to the core principles of marketing and branding, with a strong focus on developing their personal brand within the travel and tourism industry. Students will learn how to apply professional marketing strategies to shape their identity, communicate value, and stand out in a competitive field.

During this subject, students will:
  • Explore key marketing concepts such as brand identity, market segmentation, targeting, and positioning
  • Students will learn how to apply professional marketing strategies to shape their professional identity, communicate value, and stand out in a competitive field.
  • Analyse how brands build meaningful connections with their target market 
  • Reflect on the alignment between personal values, sustainability, and brand identity 
  • Build confidence in articulating their professional identity and value within the travel and tourism industry

Learning Outcomes

  • Evaluate marketing concepts and their relevance to travel and tourism organisations.
  • Analyse customer needs and their influence on marketing and branding strategies in travel and tourism contexts.
  • Apply marketing and branding principles and approaches to inform personal brand aligned with future career goals.
  • Critically reflect on travel and tourism brands and their alignment with personal values and professional goals.
  • Select and use digital tools and techniques to enhance visibility and effectiveness of marketing and branding efforts.

Student Experience

  • Participate in self-paced online modules and live or recorded tutorials led by experts from Flight Centre Travel Academy.
    • 6 learning modules
    • 6 tutorials
    • 3 assessment Q&As
  • Receive one-on-one coaching calls, assessment assistance, and student wellness support as needed.

Study Mode & Structure

Each subject runs over 9 weeks, designed to help you stay focused and make steady progress.

You’ll take part in:

  • 3.3 hours per week of facilitated study — live classes, tutorials, and Q&A sessions

  • 7-10 hours per week of independent study — readings, videos, and assessments

Across the term, you’ll explore six themed modules (one per week) and complete three assessments that help you apply what you’ve learned in realistic industry scenarios.

Weekly structure:

  • Week 1: Module 1
  • Week 2: Module 2
  • Week 3: Assessment 1
  • Week 4: Module 3
  • Week 5: Module 4
  • Week 6: Assessment 2
  • Week 7: Module 5
  • Week 8: Module 6
  • Week 9: Assessment 3

 

Assessment

You’ll complete three practical assessments designed to help you apply what you’ve learned in realistic industry scenarios — with no exams.

Assessments are spread across weeks 3, 6, and 9, and will include tasks such as online quizzes, reflective essays, role plays, presentations or similar that mirror real workplace skills.

 

‘It's critical to their success, for a new consultant to understand how they can market themselves to customers and align with our brand!’
Jacquie

Recruitment Manager

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Please note: Subject content, assessments, and schedules are subject to change without notice to ensure alignment with current industry standards and best practice.

 

Related subjects:

CORE SUBJECTS

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ELECTIVE SUBJECTS