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Sheffield Hallam University: International Tourism Management

Institution Sheffield Hallam University
Department College of Business Technology and Engineering
Web http://www.shu.ac.uk
Telephone (+44) 0114 225 5533
Study type Taught

Summary

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Course summary

  • Build a strong theoretical and practical foundation in international tourism management.

  • Apply and critically challenge your understanding of the industries in practical contexts.

  • Critically examine sustainability of the international tourism industry.

  • Contribute to the industry and wider society through a practice of corporate social responsibility in your future career.

The industry accounts for 1 in 12 jobs globally, such growth cannot take place without a talented and highly-skilled workforce trained to the highest standards. This course has been specifically designed to prepare graduates for management and senior management positions in this complex, dynamic and fast-growing industry.

How you learn

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

You learn to apply and critically challenge your understanding of the industry in practical contexts, particularly in the work-related learning module and during an optional industry placement. You also critically examine the sustainability of the international tourism industry. Throughout the course you will enhance your employability skills, such as communications and team-working, which are vital for rapid career development.

You learn through

  • face-to-face experiences

  • virtual or simulated active or experiential workshops

  • seminars

  • tutorials

  • site visits

This course is delivered face-to-face over three semesters - teaching is scheduled based on the length of your course and the academic calendar.

Work placements

The placement option offers you an additional opportunity to develop your practical skills, either in the UK or abroad. We help you gain a placement by running employability workshops and have a dedicated placement team to support you. Placement opportunities exist in organisations such as

  • Omega Travel

  • Cosmos

  • Visit Peak District and Derbyshire

  • Hilton

  • Marriott

  • Conrad

  • Anantara resorts

  • Como resorts

  • the Gleneagles hotel

  • the Hotelbeds Group

Networking opportunities

Guest lectures from visiting academics, researchers and other professionals will be utilised to further enhance your knowledge and understanding and to encourage contact with the industry, as well as field visits within certain modules.

Future careers

This course prepares you for a career in

  • international tour operators

  • transport operators

  • visitor attractions

  • resort management

  • hotel corporations

  • conference and event organisers

  • national tourist organisations

  • government agencies

  • tourism consultancy firms

Where will I study?

You study at City Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.

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