Program Overview

Diploma in Travel and Tourism Operations

Programme Information

MQF Level

4

Study Mode

On Campus

ECTS

120

Duration

2 Semesters + 1-year IITP

Course Description

The course covers topics such as travel agency skills, incoming and outgoing operations, cruise liner operations, and marketing. The course is two years long, and students embarking on this course have the opportunity to work abroad for one year.

Programme Learning Outcomes

• Understand travel agency operations.
• Apply knowledge and skills to effectively communicate with guests and colleagues in a professional manner.
• Assess the needs and requirements of different types of tourists.
• Assist with the needs and requirements of incoming tourists.

Entry Criteria

Successful completion of Certificate in Travel & Tourism (MQF/EQF Level 3).

Possible Career Opportunities

• Travel Agency and Cruise Liner Agent
• Tour Operations and Tour Representative
• Tourist Information Agent
• Tourism Promotion Agent
• Travel Consultant

Course Dates

Course will start on Monday 29th Sep. Internal Applications only allowed.

Course Modules

• LANGB1 Foreign Language for Hospitality
• DIP4005 Viasinc
• DIP4070 Multimedia Practical
• DIP4008 Basic Economics
• DIP4009 Incoming Operations *
• DIP4010 Travel Agency Skills - One Way Air Fares *
• DIP4011 Cruise Liner Operations
• DIP4012 Principles of Supervision
• DIP4013 Sustainable Tourism
• DIP4055 Diploma-Level Hospitality and Tourism English
• DIP4071 Operating Online Platforms Practical
• DIP4003 Communication Skills
• DIP4067 Customer Relations Management
• DIP4015 Computerized Accounting System
• DIP4017 Travel Agency Skills - Return Air Fares *
• DIP4018 Introduction to Front Office
• DIP4020 Travel Agency - Outgoing Operations *
• DIP4033 Creativity, Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• DIP4037 Introduction to Marketing
• DIP4061 Introduction to Human Resource Management
• DIP4056 Bookkeeping II
• DIP4021 IITP

• This module is considered a key module, a student must pass this module in order to progress to the next year.

Fees

All prices are equivalent to a semester of studies. Local and International Internships are exempted from fees. If the course is offered online and on campus, the price will vary.