(Tourism Business & Destination Management)
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Program Overview
Introduction to the Master's Program
The Master's Program in Tourism Business and Destination Management is offered by the Department of Tourism Management at the University of Patras. The program provides a Diploma of Postgraduate Studies with a specialization in Tourism Business and Destination Management.
Program Overview
The program duration is three academic semesters, including the preparation of a postgraduate dissertation. Attendance is mandatory, and the program starts in October 2022. The program is based in Patras, Greece.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for the program, applicants must hold a degree from a recognized university or a Technological Educational Institute (TEI). The selection process involves the evaluation of the applicant's qualifications, including their degree, language proficiency, and any relevant work experience.
Evaluation Criteria
The evaluation criteria include:
- Degree grade: up to 5 points
- Recognized English language certificate: 10-20 points
- Postgraduate degree or PhD: 0-10 points
- Scientific activity: 0-5 points
- Relevant work experience: 0.5 points per year for the first 10 years
- Computer skills certificate: 5-10 points
- Interview: 0-30 points
Application Procedure
Applicants must submit their application electronically, including:
- Application form
- Degree certificate
- Transcript of records
- CV
- ID
- Language proficiency certificate
- Computer skills certificate
- Scientific publications or awards (if applicable)
- Two recommendation letters
- Proof of work experience (if applicable)
- Any other document that supports the applicant's qualifications
Tuition Fees
The program has a tuition fee of 2,100 euros, payable in three installments.
Scholarships
The program offers scholarships for social reasons, covering up to 30% of the total number of students.
Program Structure
The program has two specializations:
- Tourism Destination Management
- Tourism Business Management
Research Areas
The program focuses on the management of tourism destinations and businesses, including topics such as tourism marketing, hospitality management, and sustainable tourism development.
Academic Calendar
The program follows the academic calendar of the University of Patras, with the first semester starting in October and the second semester starting in February.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate, students must complete all required courses, prepare and defend a postgraduate dissertation, and pay all tuition fees.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the program can pursue careers in tourism management, hospitality, and related fields, both in the private and public sectors.