Travel and tourism is the fastest growing industry in the world. It has been estimated by the World Tourism Organisation that around one job in ten depends upon tourism, which includes holidaymakers and business visitors. It is only through organised and structured training that the industry can meet these expectations. That is why this course aims to provide you with a broad understanding of the operational aspects of the international tourism industry.
Syllabus Overview
TG - Travel Geography
Tourism - The Tourism Industry
TATG - Travel Agency and Tour Guide Operations
ITE - Introduction to Tourism Economics
SIT - Special Interest Tourism
DA - Destination Analysis
Bus Ops - Business Operations in Hospitality and Tourism
Mktg - Marketing for Tourism and Hospitality
Fin - Finance for Hospitality and Tourism
Mode of Delivery
The programme is delivered through classroom lectures, group and individual assignments, case studies, in-class exercises and industry visits where appropriate.
Duration
Full – time
8 months (Theory)
Monday to Friday, 3 hours per session
6 months (Work experience programme)
44 hours per week
Intakes
Start Date
End Date
Application Period
16 August 2010
04 April 2011
16 June 2010 – 06 August 2010
06 September 2010
26 April 2011
06 July 2010 – 30 August 2010
20 September 2010
10 May 2011
20 July 2010 – 13 September 2010
04 October 2010
17 May 2011
04 August 2010 – 27 September 2010
18 October 2010
31 May 2010
18 August 2010 – 11 October 2010
Awarding Body
The Diploma in Tourism Management is awarded by CTH.
