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Institution
Leeds Beckett University
Currency
Program Level
MSc
Program
International Tourism Management
Summary

As part of this course, you'll:

  • Learn about, challenge and apply management concepts to international tourism organisations and destinations
  • Develop your awareness of modern issues and trends in the tourism industry through research and practice
  • Explore the impact current and future forces have on both international and destination tourism
  • Analyse and apply key concepts to a range of scenarios and issues facing tourism destinations
  • Evaluate prevalent issues facing international tourism organisations and destinations, using your knowledge and critical thinking to develop effective responses
  • Explore opportunities to enhance your knowledge and expertise within the international tourism industry
  • Plan and manage a capstone project, proposing practical solutions to your chosen real-world tourism challenges


Placement year

You'll have the option to spend a year working in industry. A placement year enables you to bolster your skills and experience, build your confidence and contacts and enhance your CV. You'll boost your employability; so, when you graduate, you're ready to start your dream career. Postgraduate tourism students have previously undertaken placements with large organisations such as Jet2.com, Jet2holidays and Marriot International, as well as smaller organisations like the Royal Armouries and Conscious Travel.

Gain first-hand experience

Get direct experience and expert insight through guest lectures from industry professionals, field trips and our close connections with tourism businesses. If you take advantage of a placement opportunity, you'll add valuable practical experience to your CV. You'll also have the chance to build your professional network.

Unique immersive learning

Gain hands-on crisis management experience through immersive scenarios. Working in groups, you'll tackle real-world challenges: covering risk assessment, contingency planning and resilience building. You'll present your strategies to a panel of industry and academic experts, refining your decision-making and communication skills. This valuable experience will equip you to navigate crises confidently in the global tourism industry, making you a sought-after leader ready to manage uncertainty and drive innovation.

Learn from experts

Our specialist teaching team includes research-active academics and experienced industry professionals. Our expertise covers destination management, crisis and risk management, responsible tourism, recovery marketing and much more.

Tuition Fees
17900.00
Duration
Year
Application Fee
0.00
Living Costs
0.00
CertificateName
MSc International Tourism Management
Intake
September
Month Length
0
Year Length
1
Program Length
1 years
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