Overview

University of Nairobi's Travel and Tourism Management BA program prepares students for a rewarding career in the dynamic field of travel and tourism. By emphasizing tourism management principles, customer service, and industry trends, this program provides students with a solid foundation to excel in various roles within the travel and tourism sector.

Key Features

Extensive coursework covering travel and tourism operations, marketing, and strategic management
Practical training in customer service, tour planning, and hospitality management
Study of tourism economics, sustainable tourism practices, and destination management
Specialization options in areas like event management, hotel operations, and ecotourism
Field experiences, internships, and industry collaborations to gain real-world exposure

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Tourism Operations and Planning
Travel Marketing and Sales
Hospitality Management in Tourism
Tour Guiding and Destination Management
Tourism Economics and Policy
Sustainable Tourism Practices
Event Management in the Tourism Industry
Hotel Operations and Management
Research Methods in Travel and Tourism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 132 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Tourism & Leisure

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum GPA or grade requirements (varies by university)
Proficiency in English language (TOEFL or IELTS scores may be required for non-native English speakers)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Any additional entrance exams or interviews as specified by the university

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

192858 KES / year

≈ 192858 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

192858 KES / year

≈ 192858 KES / year

Living costs

Nairobi

Kenya

49608 - 74988 KES / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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