Travel & Tourism Management

Course details

This is a full-time course. One day each week is assigned to industry work experience with additional block placements during each academic year.

Students will have the opportunity to complete a portion of this work experience in another European country, funded by the Leonardo da Vinci Mobility Programme.

Specialist speakers from the Tourism Industry are invited to speak to the students, on a regular basis. Field Trips are organised by the College to allow students to assess the background of successful commercial tourist operations.

Assignments and projects are designed to be applicable and relevant to practical scenarios within the Tourism Industry.

Course Content

• The Developing Manager
• Research Project
• Sustainable Tourism Development
• Legislation & Ethics
• Travel & Tourism Entrepreneurs
• Work Based Experience
• Human Resource Management
• Event Management
• Heritage & Cultural Tourism Mgt
• French

Course content may be revised for educational or organisational reasons

Additional Certification

Successful students receive the following qualifications:

• Certificate in Airline Reservation Systems (Amadeus)
• Airport Ground Operations Course (ATRS)

Career Prospects

On completion of this course students gain employment in areas such as airlines, hotels, tour operators, tourist offices, heritage centres, travel agencies.

Many graduates avail of the opportunity to further their studies to degree level in Ireland, Scotland or the U.K. A significant number of universities offer advanced entry to students who hold the Higher National Diploma.