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From frontline travel training to leadership, compliance, and qualifications

Cornerstone is where the travel & tourism industry learns, grows, and leads.

Why Cornerstone Learning?

Industry-recognised, including National Travel Industry Association award winner for 'Best Registered Travel Industry Training Institution', our programs are led by experienced practitioners and grounded in real-world leadership, behavioural, and psychological principles.
We develop our courses in-house, using technology to enhance learning while keeping it human, relevant, and future-focused.
Specialists in travel and tourism with proven impact across other industries, we are deeply committed to mentoring, innovation, and workforce development.

20+

Years of experience

27.5k

Students empowered 

96%

Positive reviews

The Industry We Train For.

Australia

$297B → $406B

Australia’s travel and tourism industry is valued at $297 billion, set to grow beyond $406 billion by 2035, supporting 2.1 million jobs.

Source: World Travel & Tourism Council

Job Growth

696,000+ jobs 

Tourism employment in Australia is 23% higher than pre-pandemic levels.
 

Source: Tourism Research Australia

Global Context

US$11.7 trillion 

Travel and tourism is forecast to contribute 10% of global GDP in 2025, with continued growth to 2035.

Source: World Travel & Tourism Council

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What's Changing
In Travel.

Growth brings change. Skills determine who thrives.

Skill Shortages : Staffing/ Skill shortages remain a key challenge. 

Digital & AI Capability: 54% of travellers are confident using AI to plan and book travel.

Human Expertise: Human connection and expertise remain critical to success.

Sustainability and Impact: Travellers are more conscious of impact on communities.

Wellbeing & Leadership: 73% of travellers expect access to health and wellbeing activities.

OUR COURSES

Training and Coaching skills for a sustainable future.

At Cornerstone, sustainability means building a future that is both environmentally responsible and socially strong. It is about protecting our planet and communities, while also creating inclusive pathways so more people can participate and succeed.

Training and coaching play a vital role in this. By building skills, confidence and capability, we strengthen careers, support businesses, and future-proof the industry. We also promote responsible leadership and ethical decision-making.

We believe that sustainability is about preserving today and also about building an industry that can thrive tomorrow.

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Career Pathways In Travel And Tourism.

Here’s a snapshot of the many directions a career in travel and tourism can take you

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Accommodation.

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Transport.

Retail & Wholesale.

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Corporate Travel & DMC's.

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Touring & Experience.

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Supplementary Services & Tech.

Our Courses.

Here's how we prepare you

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Practical, outcomes-focused training designed to build leadership capability and workplace confidence, aligned with real-world business needs across industries.

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Micro credentials

Short, targeted courses that build specific, job-ready skills. Potential to stack towards a full qualification.

02

Formal qualifications

SIT40125: Certificate IV Travel & Tourism
BSB40520: Certificate IV Leadership & Management
SIT50122: Diploma Travel & Tourism Management

03

Custom training

Training designed around your organisation, shaped by industry experience and delivered to fit your needs.

04

Compliance training

Training that helps teams understand obligations, manage risk, and work safely and confidently.

05

Partner training

Training solutions spanning every aspect of the travel and tourism industry, combining our expertise with carefully selected industry leaders.

Our Audience.

Who learns with us

Government & Public Sector

For those supporting, shaping or influencing the future of tourism and skills development.

  1. Government departments and agencies

  2. Destination management organisations (DMOs)

  3. Tourism bodies and statutory authorities

  4. Policy makers, program managers and funded program participants

New to the Industry

For those beginning their journey in travel or tourism.

  1. School leavers and students

  2. Career changers looking for a fresh start

  3. Individuals exploring pathways into tourism and related sectors

Career Movers & Changers

For people ready to upskill, grow or take on something new.

  1. Professionals moving into a new role or specialisation

  2. Industry staff wanting broader experience or confidence

  3. People returning to work or re-entering the workforce

Emerging Leaders

For those stepping into leadership or preparing for their next move.

  1. Team leaders and supervisors

  2. High-potential team members preparing for leadership

  3. People building leadership confidence and capability

Succession & Workforce Planning

For organisations planning for the future.

  1. Businesses developing their people from within

  2. Teams building clear pathways for progression

  3. Organisations focused on long-term capability andretention

Professional Development & Upskilling

For individuals and organisations committed to continuous learning.

  1. Professionals seeking to strengthen skills or gain new ones

  2. Teams committed to continuous development

  3. Organisations investing in their people and performance

Some Of Our Partners.

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Fiona G, CEO

“I did not know what I did not know. This course has me so excited about the future and how I can contribute. The content in small bite size pieces really suits today’s world. Powerful Stuff.” 
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