Tourism Management Capilano University

Overview

The Tourism Management programme at Capilano University provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the business, financial, and communication skills required for the global travel sector. This degree focuses on navigating the complex challenges of a changing industry while emphasizing community engagement and environmental consciousness.

The curriculum is designed to broaden your understanding of global issues and impacts within the hospitality sector. You will develop the ability to make effective decisions in complex situations, preparing you for leadership roles in one of the world's largest economic drivers. The programme is particularly suited to those passionate about the thriving industry in British Columbia.

Practical experience is a core component of the learning journey at this institution.

Why Tourism Management at Capilano University?

Capilano University offers a distinctive teaching approach that blends academic theory with experiential learning. The School of Tourism Management provides students with access to international exchange opportunities through field schools and study abroad semesters with global partner institutions. These partnerships allow for a truly international perspective on hospitality.

The university is located in a region where tourism contributes significantly to the local economy, providing a natural laboratory for study. Facilities and faculty support focus on sustainability and global consciousness. Students also have the option to specialise their degree by earning concentrations in specific areas such as hotel and resort management or adventure tourism.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 21331 per year
• National fee: CAD 5127 per year

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

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Communication in Outdoor Recreation and Tourism
• Environmental Stewardship I
• Tourism & Hospitality Management: A Global Network
• Tourism Marketing I
• Organizational Behaviour in Tourism
• Financial Planning in Tourism I
• Tourism Career Management
• Tourism Co-op Work Experience
• Entrepreneurship: Small and Medium Tourism Enterprises
• Cross Cultural Tourism
• Operations Management in Tourism & Hospitality I
• University Writing Strategies
• Economics
• Advanced Tourism Communication
• Tourism Marketing II
• Financial Management for Tourism
• Research Methods and Applications in Tourism
• Strategic Management in Tourism
• Contemporary Topics Shaping Tourism – A Global Perspective
• Tourism Planning and Policy
• Applied Project Management in Tourism
• Applied Research in Tourism
• Human Capital Development in Tourism Management
• Tourism and Climate Change
• Environmental Stewardship: Advanced Principles and Applications
• Operations Management in Tourism & Hospitality II
• Hotel Operations II
• Land Use and Tourism Operations

Careers with Tourism Management

Graduates of this programme are prepared for a variety of leadership and coordination roles within the global travel and hospitality sectors. The skills acquired during the degree allow for diverse career paths in both private and public organisations. Many alumni find success in management and operational positions across Canada and internationally.

Potential career paths include:

• Event coordinator
• Hotel operations manager
• Marketing manager
• Reservations supervisor
• Sales manager
• Tourism information officer
• Travel designer