Are you looking forward to having a career in Travel and Tourism? You can acquire a degree and become certified. Travel and tourism is a global industry and there is a wide range of opportunities available to graduates.
The job options directly related to your degree include:
- Air cabin crew
- Holiday representative
- Hotel manager
- Tour manager
- Tourism officer
- Tourist information centre manager
- Travel agency manager
The jobs where your degree would be useful include:
- Conference centre manager
- Customer service manager
- Event manager
- Marketing executive
- Sales executive
- Outdoor activities/education manager
Typical Employers
The travel and tourism sector comprises many different industries and sub-industries, including services such as retail travel, currency exchange, tour operators and tourist boards. It also covers passenger transport including aviation, rail and waterways and visitor attractions such as museums, theme parks, zoos, and heritage sites.
A variety of accommodation services also fall within this category, including hotels, hostels, and holiday parks. Associated with hotels and core business operations are conferences and events, which provide considerable all-year-round employment opportunities.
You will have to acquire the necessary skills and update your Cv as you get each skill.
Additional information culled from www.prospects.ac.uk.
