Course Description
Get ahead in the travel industry as you learn the skills to fast track your journey into a leadership and management role. Our course is perfect if you’re working in travel and want to progress into a senior position, or simply if you want to take your first steps into this dynamic sector.We know what travel executives are looking for when recruiting managers – using insights from our contacts at some of the world’s best known travel organisations including ABTA, easyJet and Virgin Holidays we created this course to help you become a successful travel manager.You will study all areas of the industry from tour operators to transport providers as you learn the foundations of leading and managing travel organisations. Our course focuses on business acumen, financial management and strategic management skills. You will also explore the role of technology in the travel industry and the impact of social media on marketing, together with the hot topics that dominate travel today, including sustainable tourism and the growth of online booking.You’ll examine the demand areas of the industry as they continue to grow and learn what it takes to keep ahead in this vibrant and diverse field.
Research Excellence Framework 2014
Research Excellence Framework 2014: 59% of our research submitted was assessed as world leading or internationally excellent
Entry Requirements
Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; all applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements.
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
Fees
For fees and funding information please see our website
Student Destinations
You will have the grounding you need to move into management in the travel industry, whether you work for, or aspire to work for a travel agency, tour operator or in the marketing and insurance sectors. Benefit from our industry partnerships with the top-name travel companies who contributed to our course content. Created by the travel industry to suit their specific needs, you’ll gain from this expertise so you stand out in the job market.
– Product Manager
– Brand Manager
– Sales and Marketing Manager
– Business Development Manager
Module Details
PgCert and PgDip options are also available.
Global Business Environment (20 credits)
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You’ll explore emerging markets, market entry strategies, trading blocks, business environments, international marketing and cultural awareness.
- Technology for Travel (20 credits)
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Learn about new developments, how technology influences business, how to assess the need for technology and make investment decisions.
- Experiential Marketing (20 credits)
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Learn how experiences can communicate brand values and influence consumer behaviour within offline and online environments including social media.
- Creativity & Innovation (20 credits)
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You’ll learn methods and techniques to help organisations innovate effectively and professionally.
- Financial Management for Travel (20 credits)
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Develop advanced financial management skills, with insights into corporate finance, money markets, and foreign exchange.
- Strategic Management for Travel (20 credits)
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Develop your critical evaluation skills and learn how to create and deliver successful management strategies.
- Masters Research Methods (20 credits)
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Gain the knowledge, skills and techniques to develop your abilities to conceive, plan and execute research, preparing you for your chosen major research project.
- Masters Research Project (40 credits)
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Undertake an extended study of a topic related to the travel industry using the skills and knowledge you’ve developed during the Masters Research Methods module.
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