BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) with Foundation Year
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BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) with Foundation Year
This four-year BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism) with Foundation Year is designed to provide students with a strong academic base before progressing to degree-level study. The foundation year develops essential skills such as academic writing, research methods, study techniques, and an introduction to business and tourism principles, ensuring students are prepared for advanced modules.
The degree programme covers core areas including tourism operations, strategic management, marketing, sustainable practices, and customer experience. Students take part in practical projects, case studies, and applied learning to develop leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Graduates are equipped for professional roles in tourism, hospitality, and business management, with opportunities for postgraduate study or professional qualifications.
Academic Journey
Duration: 4 years (Full-time)
Inside the Learning Segments
Foundation Year
Academic Skills Development
Introduction to Business and Tourism
Study Skills for Higher Education
Personal and Professional Development
Principles of Management
Year 1 (Level 4)
- Principles of Business Management
- Introduction to Tourism Management
- Customer Service and Professional Practice
- Academic Skills for Practice
- Work-Based Project
Year 2 (Level 5)
- Tourism Operations and Management
- Strategic Marketing for Tourism
- Sustainable Tourism Practices
- Research Methods for Business and Tourism
- Applied Project
Year 3 (Level 6)
- Strategic Tourism Management
- Leadership and Organisational Behaviour
- International Tourism Development
- Dissertation / Research Project
- Professional Development in Tourism and Business
- Level 3 qualification or equivalent
- Relevant work experience considered for non-standard entry
- English proficiency equivalent to GCSE Grade C/4 or CEFR B2
- Mature applicants assessed based on vocational experience if no formal qualifications
- Academic interview required
Discover Your Career Direction
Graduates acquire a combination of tourism knowledge and business management skills, preparing them for roles in tourism operations, travel management, hospitality, and customer-focused business functions. Applied projects and practical learning ensure graduates can manage tourism enterprises effectively and implement strategic business solutions.
Career routes
Graduates often pursue roles such as:
- Tourism Operations Manager
- Travel Consultant
- Event and Conference Coordinator
- Hospitality and Tourism Marketing Executive
- Resort or Hotel Manager
- Business Development Manager in Tourism
Graduates can also progress to postgraduate study or professional qualifications in tourism and business management.
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