Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management

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Program Description

The program will equip students with competencies related to the basic and core requirements as well as those associated with major and minor areas of concentration and elective courses. This curricular program aims to address the need for professionals who can help in promoting the tourism industry in the Philippines.

This program was offered by the University by virtue of BPSU BOR Resolution No. 08 – 13a, series of 2008. Its curriculum was based on CHED Memorandum No. 30, series of 2006.

Objectives/Outcomes of the Program

• Develop and discover students’ talents, interests, individual potential, and attitude to become effective professionals
• Promote the welfare of students by identifying the needs and providing opportunities for solutions to problem areas in their fields of specialization
• Communicate effective learning to students for professional longevity in the industry where they belong
• Provide opportunities for significant exposure to hospitality and tourism industry
• Develop competitiveness amongst students for their professional success
• Inculcate values and work ethics as essential factors in socio-economic development

Career Opportunities

After completion of the program, the graduates can pursue a career in the tourism industry and/or hospitality sectors. Job opportunities are the following:

Entry-level Jobs

• Travel account representative
• Tour Coordinator
• Local Tourism Officer
• Airline flight attendant
• Tour Escort
• Staff of the Department of Tourism and other tourism-oriented institutions

Advanced Office Positions

• Office manager
• Owner of tourism enterprise
• Tourism consultant/adviser
• Office Manager of government offices related to tourism