BA Business and International Tourism Management

The Business and International Tourism Management BA programme at the University of Chester is a three-year full-time course, which can be extended to four years with an optional foundation or placement year. Accredited by the Tourism Management Institute, the course is designed to prepare students for managerial roles in the global tourism industry. They gain specialised knowledge about the tourism sector and learn essential business principles like marketing, finance, and operations. 

In the first year, students are taught about human resource and finance management and the fundamentals of business structures/operations. As they progress, they take advanced core modules that examine the economic, social, and environmental impacts of tourism. They also learn how to leverage this knowledge for their benefit and make management decisions in different business areas. Throughout the course, students are assessed using methods like class tests, presentations, reports, portfolios of work, and practical assessments.

After obtaining a Business and International Tourism Management BA degree from the University of Chester, graduates can pursue careers in tourism management, hospitality, sustainable tourism policy, and international business.