The BSc (Hons) Business & Tourism Management is a four-year program, including a Foundation Year, available at our campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds, and Manchester.
Tourism plays a vital role in the service sector, driving substantial income for regions and countries worldwide. This course equips you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to build a successful career in business and tourism management.
Given the recent economic challenges in the travel and hospitality sectors, it’s more crucial than ever to develop a program that supports the sustainability and growth of an industry that provides millions of jobs worldwide.
This business and tourism management course will equip you with the knowledge to explore various opportunities in the tourism industry. Whether you aim for employment with local, national, or international companies, or if you’re an aspiring entrepreneur seeking to carve out a new niche, the saying “the world is your oyster” has never been more relevant.
Studying at the degree level will provide you with transferable skills applicable in any career context. Leadership, business operations, strategy, and entrepreneurship are vital for driving our industries forward.
For those passionate about tourism, this course will furnish you with the expertise and skills needed to excel. You will gain insights into the various aspects of tourism, including:
– How to assess demand
– The environmental impact of travel
– Ethical considerations and community sensitivity.
This program will give you the foundational and specialized knowledge necessary to make a significant impact in a globally important industry.
Year 0 (Foundation)
– Academic Skills for Higher Education (0 credits)
– Business and Ethical Awareness in the Tourism Workplace (0 credits)
– Introduction to Communication and Digital Skills (0 credits)
– Introduction to the Tourism Industry (0 credits)
– Understanding the Tourist (0 credits)
– Foundation Year Project (0 credits)
Year 1
– Business Environment (20 credits)
– Fundamentals of Business Finance (20 credits)
– Organisational Behaviour (20 credits)
– Tourism and Society (20 credits)
– Tourism Marketing Principles (20 credits)
– Tourism Product Management and Industry Analysis (20 credits)
Year 2
– Entrepreneurship in Tourism (20 credits)
– Human Resource Management (20 credits)
– Introduction to Research Methods (20 credits)
– Principles of Operations Management (20 credits)
– Tourism Contemporary Issues (20 credits)
– Tourism Impacts and Sustainable Development (20 credits)
Year 3
– Destination Management (20 credits)
– Global Strategic Management (20 credits)
– Leadership and Change (20 credits)
– Research Methods 2 (20 credits)
– Dissertation (40 credits)
For Applicants Under 21 Years Old:
– Minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points or a 60 Credit Ofqual qualification at level 3.
For Applicants Aged 21 and Older:
– If standard entry requirements are not met, applicants may still be considered based on life and work skills that demonstrate suitability for undergraduate study through our Foundation program.
For All Applicants:
– Each applicant must be assessed by the admissions team through an interview to evaluate listening and speaking skills, as well as a written personal reflection statement.
Documents Required:
– Application form
– Supervised personal reflection statement
– Personal interview
This course will provide you with opportunities to test your knowledge and understanding through informal formative assessments. These assessments will be completed before your formal summative assessment, which determines your final marks.
Each module typically includes at least one piece of formative assessment, from which you will receive feedback. These formative assessments are purely developmental and do not contribute to your final module mark. They are designed to help you gain knowledge and confidence in the module material and in preparing for formal assessments. Students who do not engage with informal assessments often face challenges in progressing through the Foundation Year and subsequent academic levels.
Formal summative assessments usually take place towards the end of each module. Assessment methods may include written examinations and a variety of coursework, such as reports, portfolios, essays, and presentations. The marks awarded for summative assessments count towards your final module mark. Assessment methods are reviewed annually and may be updated based on student input or feedback from external experts, who provide independent assurance regarding the academic standards of the course.
You can apply for financial assistance with your fees through the government by visiting [www.gov.uk/studentfinance]. This assistance may include a Tuition Fee Loan, Maintenance Loan, or Maintenance Grant.
Tuition Fee Loan:
This loan covers your upfront fees and is paid directly to your university or college. You will need to repay the loan once you finish your course and start earning £26,575 or more per year. Both full-time and part-time learners are eligible to apply.
Maintenance Loan:
If you qualify, you can also apply for a Maintenance Loan, which is paid directly into your bank account at the start of term. Repayments begin only after you leave your course and when your earnings exceed £26,575. For more information, please visit Student Finance.
Maintenance Grants:
These grants are paid into your bank account at the start of term and do not require repayment. However, any funds received will reduce the amount of Maintenance Loan you can apply for.
New students must demonstrate that they have lived in the UK for five years prior to the course start date to be eligible for living cost support from Student Finance England.
Fees:
For more information about course fees, please click here or call us at GLP.
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