Embark on a dynamic career in the global tourism industry with the BSc (Hons) International Tourism Management at the University of Bedfordshire. This undergraduate degree is designed for aspiring professionals eager to understand the complex interdependencies and spatial dynamics of international tourism within its global context. You will develop a holistic understanding of how the tourism business operates as a complex system, critically evaluating its changing character in relation to political economy, culture, and the environment. This course provides a robust business and management education grounded in an ethical framework, essential for an industry reliant on natural and cultural heritage.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over three years, immersing you in the principles and practices of the global tourism industry. You will explore key areas such as sustainable business in tourism, managing people, strategic business planning, and tourism destination development, applying theory to contemporary issues. Through modules like Data and Research Methods for Business and a final year Business Project, you will hone your analytical and problem-solving skills. You will graduate with the ability to deploy established research techniques and work effectively in inter-cultural teams, prepared for diverse roles in destination management, hospitality, and travel marketing.