Tourism is one of the world’s largest global industries and is promoted as one of the fastest growing sectors. In Ireland, tourism is considered one of the most important economic sectors, with significant potential to contribute to Ireland’s continued growth with a predicted employment growth of 250,000 by 2025 (Confederation of the Irish Tourism Industry). Currently, 1 in 10 jobs in Ireland are in the tourism industry.
Semester 1
→ The tourist environment
→ IT Tourism
→ Communications
→ Business mathematics
→ Electives: English // Elective option (tbc)
Semester 2
Understanding the tourist
→ Marketing practice
→ Financial accounting
→ Sociology and society
→ Electives: English // Elective option (tbc)
Semester 1
→ Digital tourism distributions
→ Search methods
→ Heritage and Culture
→ The management of people
→ Electives: English // Elective option (tbc)
Semester 2
Tourism policy and economics
→ Technology and tourism operations
→ International tourism project
→ Cultural competence
→ Electives: English // Elective option (tbc)
Semester 1
→ Applied research
Media, technology and data
→ Innovation and entrepreneurship
→ Applied Finance
→ Electives: English // Elective option (tbc)
Semester 2
→ Research work
→ Global citizenship
Problems of tourism and the international future
→ Leadership and management
→ Electives: English // Elective option (tbc)
The BA (Hons) in International Tourism Management will provide a pathway for those wishing to pursue a career in the vibrant tourism industry worldwide.
The course creates a learning environment for students to develop critical knowledge about management and tourism and how to successfully meet in tourism industries. Graduates will have the ability to apply business and management concepts in developing sustainable business solutions for the tourism industry.
There are numerous career options for graduates, including travel consultant, tourism officer, booking agent, tour guide, tour information center manager, tour operator or operations manager.
Applicants will require a baccalaureate degree officially translated into English.
IELTS 6.0 or higher (or internationally recognized equivalent).
This programme is delivered through a combination of lectures and tutorials, with elements of online and blended learning. Professional practice work placement will also enhance the learning experience.
This course is best suited for students:
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