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Overview
With the recent economic challenges in the travel and hospitality sectors, it's even more important than ever to create a degree designed to support the sustainability and growth of an industry that supports millions of jobs worldwide.
Our business and tourism management course will provide you with the knowledge you need to open up opportunities for a future in the tourism industry. Whether that's employment with local, national or international companies, or you're a budding entrepreneur looking to create a new niche, never has the saying "the world is your oyster" been more appropriate.
Committing to study at degree level will give you transferrable skills that can be applied in any career context. Leadership, business operations, strategy and entrepreneurship are all essential to keep our industries pushing forwards.
For those with a specific passion for tourism, this course will equip you with the expertise, skills and knowledge you need to get ahead. You'll gain knowledge and understanding of the different characteristics of tourism.
How do you assess demand?
What is the environmental impact of travel?
How do we remain ethical and sympathetic to our global communities?
Our course will give you the foundational and specialist knowledge to make a difference in a globally significant industry.
Curriculum
Foundation Year:
Year 0 (Foundation):
- Academic Skills for Higher Education (0 credits)
- Business and Ethical Awareness in the Tourism Workplace (0 credits)
- Introduction to Communication and Digital Skills (0 credits)
- Introduction to the Tourism Industry (0 credits)
- Understanding the Tourist (0 credits)
- Foundation Year Project (0 credits)
Year 1:
- Business Environment (20 credits)
- Fundamentals of Business Finance (20 credits)
- Organisational Behaviour (20 credits)
- Tourism and Society (20 credits)
- Tourism Marketing Principles (20 credits)
- Tourism Product Management and Industry Analysis (20 credits)
Year 2:
- Entrepreneurship in Tourism (20 credits)
- Human Resource Management (20 credits)
- Introduction to Research Methods (20 credits)
- Principles of Operations Management (20 credits)
- Tourism Contemporary Issues (20 credits)
- Tourism Impacts and Sustainable Development (20 credits)
Year 3:
- Destination Management (20 credits)
- Global Strategic Management (20 credits)
- Leadership and Change (20 credits)
- Research Methods 2 (20 credits)
- Dissertation (40 credits)
entry requirements
Applicants Must be Aged 18+ and:
Hold a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points).
Have an English and Maths qualification: GCSE grade 4/C or CEFR B1.
Be assessed through an interview covering listening, speaking, and writing skills (more details in the 'Next Steps' section).
Applicants Aged 21+:
We welcome applications from students aged 21 and above who may not meet the standard entry requirements but can demonstrate a strong commitment to studying the subject. Applicants should be able to provide evidence of academic, professional, or vocational experience in a related field.
Be assessed through an interview covering listening, speaking, numeracy, and writing skills (more details in the 'Next Steps' section).
Next Steps:
Fill out an application form by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page.
Submit your supporting documents when requested by Surmount Academy.
Participate in a panel interview to assess listening and speaking skills. You'll also be tested on your writing through a personal reflection statement.
Surmount Academy’s team will guide you throughout the process and help you with successful admission.
Required Documents
- 1. Passport
- 2. Evidence of previous academic qualifications and transcripts (including translations if your qualifications are not in English)
- 3. Evidence of English proficiency (where applicable)
Steps to apply
- 1. Decide on your course
- 2. Explore your entry options and check the requirements
- 3. Gather your documentation
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