Program Overview

Business Management (Tourism)

BA (Hons) & Foundation Year

Summary

Study level: Undergraduate Award: Foundation Year Entry Degrees Full time: 4 years Location: Berlin

What makes Arden University special?

Education for everyone, everywhere

Whether you're constrained by location, cost, time, or other life commitments, we're passionate about giving you access to higher education that fits into your busy, modern life.

You decide how and where to study

We offer a wide range of flexible undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in both our online and blended study modes.

Full support both online and on-site

We're also proud to offer non-standard entry, meaning your work experience and previous qualifications are taken into account when assessing your application.

Strong focus on employability

You will gain in-depth subject knowledge and transferable skills that employers from a huge range of industries will value. Many of our courses at Arden are also accredited by leading professional bodies in the UK.

Course Overview

Do you have a passion for travel and tourism and an interest in the world of business? You can combine the two with a business and tourism degree with foundation year. Our foundation level degrees give you the opportunity to develop the academic skills you need to successfully complete an undergraduate degree, helping you learn about the tourism sector from both a local and global perspective. This degree really does have the potential to take you anywhere!

Today, the tourism industry requires qualified graduates who can create and lead successful businesses that will support sustainable tourism in challenging global circumstances. This tourism degree with foundation year will help you grasp how global tourist destinations, visitor attractions, and accommodation services are managed and marketed. You’ll also study tourism crisis management and explore future tourism trends, as well as learning about vital business areas such as organisational transformation, ethics, finance, and more.

Our foundation degrees are the perfect choice if you feel you need a bit more support as you start your degree, of if you don’t meet the entry requirements for a standard degree course. This programme has developed with input from world-leading organisations and researchers so that you are exposed to the most relevant advancements and trends in the tourism industry, which means you’ll be able to show future employers that you have the knowledge required to fill current skills gaps in the field.

When you graduate from this course you will receive:

• BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism)
• CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management & Leadership
• Foundation Chartered Manager Status and the post nominal fCMgr
• ILM Level 6 Diploma in Management
• IOEE Professional Diploma in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
• TMI recognised degree and eligibility for Associate membership of the TMI.
• ITT recognised degree

Accreditation and Memberships

• TMI Recognised
• ITT Recognised
• CMI Accredited
• BGA Membership
• AACSB Membership

Course details and modules

Arden's foundation year modules have been designed to give you a tailored and fully supportive introduction to university study. This first year of study will prepare you for success in higher education by introducing you to the academic skills and subject-specific knowledge required to excel in your chosen degree subject.

During your studies you’ll gain a wider understanding of tourism functions, operations, and technologies. You’ll also develop new personal and professionals attributes in dedicated skills-related modules to help build your soft skills and decision-making abilities. Learning research and data analysis techniques using academic and industry focused texts, articles, and reports, you’ll gain a better understanding of contemporary tourism, management, and overall business functions, with the ability to analyse practical case studies drawn from a range of international organisations.

Using our business simulation software, you’ll be able to access a virtual tourism business and run it as your own enterprise – managing activities such as tourism, sales, finances, people, product development, operations, and your supply chain.

You’ll also have access to our Digital Enterprise Hub throughout your course, which provides you with additional software and resources as well as real- world mentors and industry experts to draw knowledge from. The Digital Enterprise Hub also gives you the chance to engage in social learning with your classmates, developing your collaborative skills and providing the opportunity for networking with fellow professionals.

Modules

• Foundation year:
  • Preparing for University Success
  • Exploring the Business Environment
  • Advancing your Academic Skills
  • Becoming an Effective Leader
  • Planning for Your Future Success
  • Investigation & Innovation Project
• 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)

How do we assess you?

• Assessments have been designed to help you apply your learning to real-word scenarios.
• You won’t need to sit any exams on the BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) with Foundation Year.
• Your assessments will have an emphasis upon personal discovery, digital technology, the application of theory to real world business, and management practice and innovative thinking.

Study options

• This course is available to study full time through our blended learning study mode at our campus in Berlin, Germany.
• Full time study in Berlin is the best option for students who prefer the structure of regular face to face classes with their tutor and fellow classmates, and is particularly suited to students who are attracted by the opportunity to move to Germany to study, where you can take advantage of the employment opportunities available for overseas students.

Entry requirements

• At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis.
• If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application.
• To be able to study this course, we need to see that you have:
  • At least 3 x GCSEs OR 45 credits at Level 2 or equivalent – if your qualifications are older than 3 years we would also ask to see a professional CV.
  • Applicants may be considered based on a minimum of 12 months of professional work experience evidenced with a CV and Reference if they do not meet the qualification requirements.
  • We also offer this course as a standard bachelor’s degree without foundation year. To view the course details, please click here.
• English proficiency:
  • IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent
  • Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English can be accepted.

Course fees and funding

• In Berlin campus (Germany) | Fee
  • fee per level: | € 10,500
• Please note: Fees quoted relate to the intake that you enrol on (i.e. when you start your course), NOT your application date.

Meet the faculty

• Professor Alison Watson is the Head of School for Business Management and Creativity, she was also the Programme Team Leader for UG Business and Accounting programmes. Having taught at Arden for 15 years, she has supported many students on various management courses at all levels of study. Prior to this, Alison was an operations and project manager for a number of large retailers, and therefore has a wealth of experience in the field of business and management.

Career prospects

• Perhaps you have a strong idea of where you want to go with your tourism degree, or maybe you want to keep your career options open for now? Either way, don’t worry if you’re still a little unclear about what the future holds. Our tourism bachelor’s course will give you a range of in-demand and transferable skills that will help you understand how modern organisations work. This gives you the freedom to take your time deciding where in the business ecosystem you’ll fit best, be it as an entrepreneur, manager, or if you’re an experienced professional looking for a career change.
• Related Courses:
  • BA (Hons) Business Management
  • BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism)
  • BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management)
• Industry skills:
  • Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT)
  • Tourism Management Institute (TMI)
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
  • The Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM)
  • The Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs (IOEE)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) membership.
  • Business Graduates Association (BGA)
  • Arden Enterprise Incubator
• What will this course do for me?
  • As well as developing important soft skills, up-to-date knowledge of business functions, and career planning abilities, you’ll also be encouraged to develop a Personal Development Plan as you work through your degree. With support from our lecturers, this will help you track your progress and identify areas where you excel.
  • On the course, your assessments will be linked to real-world workplace issues and practices. Added to the benefits of our enterprise simulation software and Digital Business Hub, you’ll graduate with hands-on experience in problem solving and identifying areas for business growth – all highly desirable skills for today’s employers.
  • The BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) with Foundation Year will also give you the chance to:
    • Comprehend and appreciate the importance of the key skills, technologies, and competencies required to be successful in contemporary business and tourism environments.
    • Identify and evaluate the roles and contributions of the key business and tourism functions applicable to tourism organisations and destinations.
    • Analyse tourism challenges from a range of perspectives including consumers, suppliers, governments, and intermediaries.
    • Apply and evaluate tourism concepts and theories in a range of business and tourism contexts, challenges, and situations, including crisis management.
    • Develop your research, planning, and analytical skills.
• During your Foundation Year, you'll get comprehensive support and preparation for your university journey, including:
  • Introduction and preparation: our Foundation Year courses introduce you to university-level teaching, learning, and assessment methods. You'll develop essential study skills, research techniques, and critical thinking abilities, laying a strong foundation for your degree studies.
  • Personalised support: our academic staff will guide you throughout your Foundation Year. They'll ensure a smooth transition into your degree programme, providing the support you need every step of the way.
  • Direct relevance to your future degree: your programme content is carefully designed to align with Arden's degree courses. Studying a Foundation Year will equip you with subject-specific knowledge and interdisciplinary exploration, establishing a solid base for your chosen degree.
  • Improved degree outcomes: we prioritise not only your academic preparation but also your success. By boosting your confidence, academic skills, and understanding of the subjects, we empower you to achieve the best possible degree outcomes and expand your career opportunities.
• What can I do after Arden University?
  • Your degree in tourism will open up a wide range of career opportunities across the tourism sector. As you study with us you’ll have access to our dedicated career services portal, where you can access additional 'bolt-on' e-learning courses, employer presentations, and search for jobs worldwide. Of course, your course lecturers are always on-hand to provide advice and guidance when it come to your professional future. Just a few of the possible roles you might want to consider after graduation could 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