Through this two-year tourism diploma program, you will learn about the exciting multidimensionality of the tourism industry with courses in culinary tourism, heritage tourism, sustainable tourism and urban tourism planning. By the time you graduate, you will gain all skills you need to manage change and improve the experience of tourists. You will receive industry certifications in food safety, responsible alcohol beverage service, Safe Travel Planner Certification, TICO Travel Counsellor Certification and first aid (CPR). As part of your fourth semester, you will complete a unique 14-week industry externship with your choice of a nationwide or international placement. This opportunity will enhance your knowledge with real-world experience and help you start building your network of contacts. Completing the Tourism and Hospitality Management program will make you the kind of multi-talented graduate the local and international tourism industry is seeking in today’s competitive environment!

You will be prepared for a range of rewarding local and global opportunities at hotels, conference facilities, private clubs, travel agencies, wellness centres and government agencies working in the dynamic fields of hospitality, tourism and leisure.