International Hospitality and Tourism Management, BA (Hons)

This University of Warwick-accredited International Hospitality and Tourism Management degree, endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, prepares students for dynamic careers in managing tourist attractions, hotels, resorts, and events. The program builds foundational knowledge in hospitality, tourism, and events, emphasizing global visitors, technological advancements, and specialized topics like gastronomy, risk management, and event experiences. Students gain practical skills through a 48-week paid work placement in locations such as the UK, USA, and Hong Kong, plus hands-on training in award-winning campus facilities.Why choose this course? It offers opportunities to specialize via research projects and optional modules, professional recognition, and networking as an Institute of Travel and Tourism Centre of Excellence. Graduates can pursue roles like conference centre manager, event manager, or hotel manager, with potential progression to postgraduate studies at University College Birmingham. Assessment focuses on coursework (65%) and practical evaluations (35%).

YEAR 1

• Hospitality Principles and Practice

• Digital Hotel and Resort Management

• International Organisational Management Skills

• Dynamic Tourism Environment

• Revenue and Profitability Management

• Marketing and Social Media Management

• Resource and Talent Management

• Gastronomy and Sustainable Food Management

• Dynamic Events and Experience Management

• Managing Bars and the Night-time Economy

• Tourism Operations and Innovation

• Independent Research Project

• Strategic Financial Management

• Strategic Change Management

• Business Process Improvement

• Tourism Trends and Futures