BA in Tourism and Hotel Management

Program Details

Introduction

BA in Tourism and Hotel Management prepares students for managerial positions in tourism establishments. With particular focus on the Maldivian tourism industry, students will gain in-depth knowledge of the sector operations. The students will develop their skills in a range of areas including sales and marketing, events planning, destination development, and food and beverage operations. Students will learn the complexity of individual service aspects, identify opportunities within the industry and explore sustainable and viable options.

Entry Requirement

General Entry Criteria

2 passes in A Level/HSC (At GCE A/L, a pass is considered E and above. HSSC pass is considered C and above.)

OR

Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field

OR

Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program.

Alternative Entry Criteria

20 years old, completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program

OR

20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program

Program Structure

MODULES

YEAR ONE

1. Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Management

2. Front Office Operations

3. Entrepreneurship

4. Leadership and Organizational Behaviour

5. Housekeeping Operations

6. Communication and Public Relations

7. Food and Beverage Management

8. Introduction to Accounting and Financial Management Award Diploma in Tourism and Hotel Management

YEAR TWO

1. Events Management

2. Wellness and Spa Management

3. Cross Cultural Awareness

4. Introduction to Marketing

5. Managing Service Experience

6. Destination Management

7. Managerial Economics

8. Maldivian Language and Culture in Time

YEAR THREE

1. Tourism Venture Project (year-long module)
   
   OR

2. Business Research Project (year-long module)

3. Industrial Placement

4. Hospitality Facilities Management

5. Legal Aspects of Tourism

6. Business Research Methods

7. Management Information Systems

8. Sustainable Tourism Development

9. Strategic Human Resource Management

Program Fees

Course Fee: MVR 3,450 per month (MVR 1,608 per month under government free degree scheme)