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Diploma in Tourism Management

About the Course

The Diploma in Tourism Management provides students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the tourism industry. The program focuses on key areas like tourism operations, marketing, management, and planning, along with a deep understanding of cultural and heritage tourism.
In the first semester, students are introduced to the tourism industry, geography, and digital competence. The program then advances with subjects such as tourism marketing, management for the service industry, and tour operations. Students also study customer service, tour guide techniques, and the management of tourism businesses.
The curriculum includes practical experience through an internship in the fourth semester, allowing students to apply their learning in real-world settings. The final semester focuses on tourism planning and sustainable tourism practices, ensuring students are equipped to manage and innovate within the industry.
The program also offers language courses, allowing students to choose from options like Arabic, French, Mandarin, or Korean, enhancing their global communication skills. With 90 credits in total, the Diploma in Tourism Management prepares students for careers in tour operations, travel agencies, destination management, and event planning.

Entry Requirements
Diploma Entry Requirement:
i.    A pass in SPM with a minimum of three (3) credits in any subject, or its equivalent;   
OR  
ii.    A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent;  
OR  
iii.    A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul in any subject, or its equivalent;
OR  
iv.    A pass in SKM level 3 in a related field;  OR  v. A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field or its equivalent.
 
Duration of Study

2 years and 6 months

Credit Hours

90 Hours

Recognition

 (R3/1015/4/0055) (06/25) (MQA/A5404)

Fees
RM30,000 - RM35,000
 
*The stated fees are estimation on overall completion of the program. In any cases where there are credit exemptions, offered rebates or approval of scholarship applications, there will be considerable reduction in the fees
 
The fees stated here are for Malaysians or local students only. Kindly refer to MSU regarding the fees for international students
Among the Courses Offered
The Diploma in Tourism Management offers a range of courses that prepare students for careers in the tourism industry. Key courses include Tourism Marketing, which covers strategies for promoting travel destinations, and Tourism Industry Management, focusing on business operations in tourism. Students also take Tour Guide Technique and Introduction to Tour Operation, building practical skills for guiding tourists and organizing travel itineraries. Other important subjects include Tourism Geography, Sustainable Tourism, and Event Practices, offering a comprehensive understanding of the industry’s global reach and its environmental impact. This program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in various roles within the tourism sector.
Career Prospects

Graduates of the Diploma in Tourism Management can pursue diverse careers in the tourism industry, including roles as:
1.    Tourism Officers
2.    Tour Operators
3.    Tour Guides
4.    Event Planners
5.    Travel Agents

Students can also work in Destination Marketing, Hotel or Resort Management, and as Sustainable Tourism Consultants. These opportunities are available across travel agencies, tour companies, hotels, event firms, and tourism boards, offering dynamic career paths in a growing global industry.

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