COURSE DESCRIPTION
The BA in Tourism and Hospitality Management will give you a sound understanding of the tourism sector that will stand you in good stead as you progress in a career in the industry.
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Within this framework business you will explore the following:
The concepts and characteristics of tourism and hospitality as an area of academic and applied study in relation to business, management and wider social science, and at local, national and global levels; the operation and management of resources; the management and development of people within organisations;
uses and management of finance, and the use of accounting information;
the development, management and exploitation of information systems;
the development of appropriate policies and strategies within the context of the external environment
issues in relation to the global environment, including issues of sustainability, ethics, and the use of technology
Your qualification is recognized and accepted world over.
Our curriculum helps you to develop critical thinking, exceptional management knowledge and cultural awareness.
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KEY FACTS:
Qualification Title: BA (Hons) in Tourism and Hospitality
Course Start Date: January, April, June, September
Total Credit Value: 360 credits
Language of Assessment: English
COURSE DURATION
12 Months
COURSE DELIVERY
Online
Flexible Distributed Learning
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 Diploma in Hospitality and Management
Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency.
ASSESSMENT:
The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.
- COURSE INFORMATION AND DELIVERY
The programme consists of 6 modules covering:
International Business (20 credits)
Business Strategy (20 credits)
Tourism Policy and Planning (20 credits)
Business Communications (20 credits)
Tourism and International Development (20 credits)
Tourism and Hospitality Research (20 credits)
The programme is delivered over one academic year using a blended learning approach.