International Tourism Management (Hons) Cardiff Metropolitan University

Overview

The International Tourism Management (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University provides students with a robust foundation in the global travel and leisure industry. This professionally accredited programme combines academic rigour with practical insights to prepare graduates for leadership roles in a diverse and resilient international sector.

Why International Tourism Management (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University?

Students benefit from a curriculum accredited by the Tourism Management Institute (TMI) and the Institute of Hospitality (IOH). As an Educational Partner of ABTA, the university offers exclusive opportunities such as competitive internships. Learning is enriched by the Welsh Centre for Tourism Research and strong links with major industry players like Cardiff Airport, Visit Wales, and the Principality Stadium. The Cardiff School of Management provides purpose-built facilities, including a dedicated hospitality suite, ensuring students learn in a professional environment located in a thriving capital city.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16000 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Business of Tourism
• Global Tourism Environment
• Marketing for Tourism, Hospitality and Events
• People Development within Organisations
• Revenue, Costing and Budgetary Controls
• Professional Tourism Landscapes
• Destination Management
• Niche Tourism
• Research Design in Practice
• Consumer Behaviour for Tourism, Hospitality and Events
• Business Start-Up and Entrepreneurship
• Technologies for Tourism, Hospitality and Events

Careers with International Tourism Management (Hons)

Graduates are well-equipped for managerial roles across the private, public, and voluntary sectors of the global tourism industry. Potential career paths include destination marketing, travel and tour operations, visitor attraction management, and hospitality provision. The programme's focus on transferable management skills also allows for opportunities in broader business areas such as human resources and digital marketing. Many students progress to specialist postgraduate study in hospitality or event management, or pursue entrepreneurial ventures within the tourism and leisure fields.