International Tourism Management with Placement Year - BA (Hons)

University of Derby

Ready to make your mark and be a future leader in the tourism industry Our inspiring course opens up a world of opportunity for you Why choose this courseInternational Tourism Management combines high level management skills with a strong understanding of global tourism in the 21st century You will learn from experts with wideranging experience in the industry and an international profile for research We are one of the top UK universities for Tourism Management Is this course for youYou will cover all aspects of the industry from destination management to consumer behaviour and new trends such as wellness and event tourism At the same time you will gain vital skills in management leadership marketing business development finance and strategy to broaden your career horizons There will be many opportunities for you to meet industry professionals through guest lectures and industry days Working on reallife projects will also enhance your experience and you will benefit from our collaborations with major names in the industry such as the National Trust Disney Chatsworth and STA TravelBoost your employability with a placement yearYoull have the opportunity to take a placement year to put the skills youve learned into practice in a realworld environment Well support you to find your placement and throughout your year in industry Placements allow you to gain valuable experience to add to your CV make industry contacts and help you to narrow down what kind of role you may be interested in after graduationHow you will learn We specialise in learning by doing so you will work on live projects briefed by a range of tourism stakeholders These build your research skills so you can investigate challenges within the industry and devise effective solutions You will also see tourism management in action through exciting field trips in the UK and abroad Opportunities and experiencesA Placement Year helps you develop your knowledge understanding skills and experience to prepare you for a career in the tourism industry There is also the chance to join our short study visits abroad or to spend time studying with one of our international partners Professionally accredited International Tourism Management is part of the Centre for Contemporary Hospitality and Tourism which is an International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education THEICE This course is also recognised by the Tourism Management Institute boosting our professional credibility Careers and employabilityAs a BA Hons International Tourism Management graduate you will set yourself apart as a highly employable dynamic and confident professional You can demonstrate to employers that you have highlevel management skills and valuable handson experience within the industry Your analytical and research capabilities will also stand you in good stead wherever your career takes you