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TOURISM MANAGEMENT

at University of San Carlos

DURATION:4 Years (i) Duration may change due to K12 Integration

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management is a four-year college course recommended for people who wants to have a career in the field of Tourism and Event Management. This course leads to expertise in management of tour-operating agencies, as well as other jobs in the tourism and hospitality sector.

The BS in Tourism Management course consists of several CHED-mandated general subjects, while the focus of the study is on the administrative aspect of Tour Operating business, particularly entrepreneurship and trade planning. The curriculum also includes operational competencies, event management classes, investment, market study and more. The combination of theories learned inside the classroom and on-the-job training will prepare the students to be globally competitive in tourism management operations.

In comparison with BS in Tourism which deals with the general aspect of Tourism, BS in Tourism Management focuses on the corporate and administrative side of the Tourism Industry, particularly proficiency in working on and eventually operating a Tour-providing Company. This course is very much related to BS in Travel Management, which concentrates on skills for working in Travel agencies.

Specializations:

Events Management is a program of Tourism Management that focuses on developing the skills and creativity of event organizers and managers.
Housekeeping is a specialized training program that consists of classroom instruction and hands-on practical experience necessary for providing housekeeping services.

Career opportunities for BSTM graduates

Entry Level jobs

Jobs requiring no prior to minimal level of experience:

Tour Escort – accompany a client or groups of people on an organized trip or packaged tour arranged for them by tour companies
Tour Agency Clerk – perform secretarial tasks behind the counter such as encoding client’s inquiries, personal information and booking their necessary travelling requirements and documentations
Hotel and Resort Personnel – provides hospitality and accommodation assistance to travelling patrons
Tour Agents or Representative – sales and marketing personnel who offer and assist customers in choosing their destination, transportation, lodging and travel plans. Promotes vacation packages, cultural tour and heritage site voyage, religious pilgrimage, expedition, field trip or panoramic sight-seeing through continuous solicitations.
Government Tourism Staff – works under the tutelage of local tourism officer in bringing about its agency’s mission

Mid-Level Positions

Require trainings and prior job experience of a few years:

Reservation Personnel for Tour Agencies – responsible for scheduling Tour packages for particular clients. An authoritative penchant for haggling is necessary when negotiating with hotels and travel agencies for schedules and reservations at the most affordable cost.
Event Coordinator or Assistant – helps in the successful execution of touring plans and schedule such as room assignment and facility approval in fairs, festival and conferences.
Tourist Language interpreter – guides visitors in the language of their choice and interprets the cultural and natural heritage of an area. This person must possess an area-specific qualification and certification issued and/or recognized by the appropriate authority.
Flight Attendants – airline crew members who undergo specialized training to assist air passengers in their flight on-board

Advanced Positions

Require years of extensive experience and practice:

Tour Agency Operator – owns a Destination Management Company and takes charge of its overall administrative profile, from office staffing to the approval of final minutes of a touring event.
Tour Agency Supervisor – the office manager who directs the flow of organizational functions of the company. Delegate responsibilities, organize complex projects, and establish priorities consistent with the company objectives. Initiates headship and collaborative competence with the company workforce as team leader.
Assistant Agency Manager – support the General Manager or Supervisor with all aspects of the Tour Agency operations. Must also demonstrate strong communication skills and superior leadership abilities.
Front Office Manager – responsible for all duties of the front desk operation which includes: staff training, inter-department communications, and staff scheduling.
Event Organizer – plans and manage touring events, vacations, promotions, cruise, expedition, etc. from conception through to completion
Destination Specialist – expert in providing information on various tourist spots such as its historical, cultural, and geographical value; route direction, flight or cruise planning; lodging and accommodation suggestions and possible expenses.
Travel and Tour Counselor – handles inquiries and provides travel advice in making reservations for international and domestic flights, hotel accommodation, package tours, and other transportation arrangements. Attending sales calls and meetings for travel sales presentations.
Government Tourism officers – develop and promote tourism activities to attract visitors and generate significant economic benefits for a particular region or site.
Tourism Researchers – provide market research, analysis, planning and marketing strategies/services for tourism-related businesses
Tourism Academicians – faculty members, instructors, and teachers in an institution that provides tourism education
Travel Writer – authors guide books and reviews, with the intent being to educate the reader about the destination, provide helpful advice for those visiting the destination, and inspire readers to travel to the destination