Tourism, Leisure and Events Management (BBA)

The degree programme sets out to provide our students with a fundamental and broad understanding of the complexities of the tourism, leisure and events industry. Studying in a multi-cultural environment ensures that our students gain insight into issues, such as, diversity and the interconnectivity of all aspects of the industry.

Objectives:

On completion of the programme the student should be able to:

1. Collect and analyse data for the purpose of resolving issues directly related to TLE management.
2. Develop intrapersonal and interpersonal skills.
3. Confidently interact with others in a number of organisational settings.
4. Communicate, both orally and in writing.
5. Problem solving.
6. Effectively use resources in order to ‘learn how to learn.

The TLE Management programme combines academic and vocational orientation on an equal basis as our students have the opportunity to gain hands on experience through their internship and academic studies. This involves practical operational courses i.e. Airline &Travel Operation, Introduction to Travel and Tourism, Ticketing and Computerised Reservations, Managerial and Academic development courses i.e. Destination & Visitor Management alongside a strategic appreciation of industry factors such as Tourism Planning & Development and Sustainable Tourism and Cruise Services & Management.