Program Overview

Summary

The BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) course is designed for students who have a passion for travel and sharing exciting experiences with like-minded people from around the world. This course allows students to explore their own management and leadership potential while gaining a grasp of the bigger picture across the tourism sector.

What makes Arden University special?

Arden University is committed to providing education for everyone, everywhere. The university offers a wide range of flexible undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in both online and blended study modes. Arden University also provides full support both online and on-site, and has a strong focus on employability.

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) course is designed to help students launch a successful career as a tourism professional. The course concentrates on tourism management from an ethical, sustainable, and international perspective, and covers topics such as tourism crisis management, future tourism trends, and vital business areas such as organisational transformation, corporate governance, ethics, finance, and more.

Accreditation and Memberships

The course is accredited by the Tourism Management Institute (TMI) and the Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT). Arden University is also a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Course details and modules

The course is divided into three levels, each with a range of modules that cover different aspects of business and tourism management.

Level 4

• Digital Skills & Professional Development (20 credits)
• Contemporary Business Environment (20 credits)
• Marketing Dynamics (20 credits)
• Introduction to Business Finance (20 credits)
• People Management (20 credits)
• Technology & Innovation (20 credits)

Level 5

• Data Analytics & Management (20 credits)
• Business Start-up (20 credits)
• Sales Management (20 credits)
• Digital & Social Media Marketing (20 credits)
• Tourism Operations & Innovation (20 credits)
• International Destination Management (20 credits)

Level 6

• Business Transformation (20 credits)
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation (20 credits)
• Corporate Governance, Law & Ethics (20 credits)
• Independent Study (20 credits)
• Tourism Crisis Management (20 credits)
• Tourism Trends and Futures (20 credits)

Study options

The course is available to study full-time through blended learning at Arden University's campus in Berlin, Germany. The course is also available to study online.

Full-time, blended learning

The full-time, blended learning study mode involves eight hours of timetabled classes spread over two days at Arden University's Berlin campus. This is combined with around 25 hours of independent study, which takes place through ilearn, Arden University's online university campus in the cloud.

Part-time online learning

The part-time online learning study mode involves studying the course through ilearn, Arden University's online university campus in the cloud. This provides students with the flexibility to study from anywhere in the world, at any time.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for the BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) course, students must have:

• Two subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent
• IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent
• Alternatively, evidence that the student has previously studied in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English

Course fees and funding

The course fees for the BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) course vary depending on the study mode and location.

Course fee breakdown

• In Berlin campus (Germany): €10,500 per level
• Studying Online: £5,500 per level

Meet the faculty

Professor Alison Watson is the Head of School for Business Management and Creativity at Arden University. She has taught at Arden for 15 years and has a wealth of experience in the field of business and management.

Career prospects

The BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to launch a successful career in the tourism industry. Possible career paths include:

• Business Manager
• Destination Manager
• Hotel Manager
• Travel Consultant
• Sales Manager
• Business Development Executive
• Marketing Executive
• Operations Manager
• Tour Manager
• Travel Agency Manager
• Event Organiser
• Travel Administrator

Industry skills

The course is accredited by the Tourism Management Institute (TMI) and the Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT). Arden University is also a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). This provides students with access to a range of industry resources, career development guidance, and networking opportunities.