Overview This Masters-level qualification provides tourism industry professionals with the specialist knowledge needed to advance their careers, and equips graduates entering the sector with the skills to manage complex business operations. The qualification provides a contemporary, critical and international programme supporting development as managers with a lifelong-learning orientation, enabling learners to analyse complex management problems and apply specialist skills informed by best practice and contemporary research.

Total Course Duration

• 12 Months (Full Time)
• Hours: 600 Guided Learning Hours
• Total Qualification Time: 1200 hours

Module Structure

Assessment All units are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. Assessment is via assignment submission only. No exams.

Requirements/Instructions

• Learners must attend all scheduled sessions or engage fully with online learning materials
• All assignments must be submitted by the deadlines provided
• Learners must have access to a computer or device with internet connection
• Academic integrity must be maintained at all times
• Learners must engage with the recommended reading and resources provided

Progression and Career Outcomes Progression to a Master’s top-up (MSc or MBA in Tourism/Hospitality) with advanced standing at UK universities. Learners must complete a 60-credit dissertation with a university partner to achieve a full Master’s award. Career pathways include chief executive of a destination management organisation, hotel chain director, international tourism policy adviser, VP of hospitality operations and tourism strategy consultant.