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University of GreenwichThe award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
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MA, PG Dip | Full-time | 1 year | find out | find out | find out |
MA, PG Dip | Part-time | 2 years | find out | find out | find out |
Tourism is currently the number one industry in the global economy. This MA, locatedin the stunning Greenwich World Heritage Site, has been developed to meet thegrowing demand for competent and resourceful managers in the rapidly expandingtourism industry.
Organisations that develop tourism facilities, as well as those that provide essentialservices such as transport and holidays, are set to expand in the future. There is anincreasing demand for professionals with a strategic perspective of tourism, who canhelp develop a competitive tourism sector that is sustainable.
While individuals entering this area require a sound grounding in general businessprinciples, there are also specific tourism areas that require a more dedicated set ofskills and knowledge. This programme provides a sound foundation in business andmanagement principles and the development of specific specialist tourism skills andknowledge that are essential for a successful career in tourism management today. Theprogramme includes an optional placement with a tourism business or a tourismorganisation, to provide students with an opportunity to gain professional experience invarious aspects of tourism management, which is increasingly becoming a keyrequirement in the tourism employment market. The MA staff team consists of highlyqualified academics, researchers and practitioners in the tourism field.
This programme is delivered with two entry points either in September or January.
We are proud to say our Hospitality, Leisure, Recreation and Tourism programmes wereranked 2nd in London by the Complete University Guide 2016.
The aims of the programme are:
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Our programmes give you a full understanding of the tourism industry, from the social, cultural and economic environments you could work in, to more general business principles.
Your time at university should be enjoyable and rewarding, and it is important that it is not spoilt by unnecessary financial worries. We recommend that you spend time planning your finances, both before coming to university and while you are here. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
Find out more about our fees and the support available to you at our:
Contact University of Greenwich to find course entry requirements.
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