Business Management (Tourism) Staffordshire University

Overview

The Business Management (Tourism) at Staffordshire University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the global travel and hospitality sectors. This degree is designed to equip you with the essential leadership skills and industry knowledge required to thrive in a rapidly evolving international marketplace.

Why Business Management (Tourism) at Staffordshire University?

Students benefit from double accreditation, receiving a professional qualification from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) alongside their degree. The programme features strong industry links with local venues such as the Emma Bridgewater factory and the Wedgwood Museum for live consultancy briefs. Facilities include The Catalyst, a digitally enabled space that emulates modern working environments, and the Collaboratory for team-based projects. Additionally, the university offers international study exchange opportunities with partner institutions in Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16750 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:

• Academic Agility and Entrepreneurial Thinking
• Human Resource Management
• Management
• Management Accounting
• Global Visitor Economy
• Marketing in the Business Environment
• Globalisation, Tourism and Development
• Operations Management
• Sustainable Business Development

Careers with Business Management (Tourism)

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of leadership and specialist roles within the visitor economy. Many secure positions on graduate schemes with major organisations such as TUI Group, Marriott International, Whitbread, and Merlin Entertainments. Potential career paths include:

• Visitor Attraction Management
• Marketing and Public Relations
• Tour Operations and Travel Agency Management
• Conference and Event Coordination
• Sustainable and Ecotourism Development
• Customer Service and Passenger Transport Management

The programme also provides the foundational skills necessary for graduates to launch their own entrepreneurial ventures within the tourism and hospitality sectors.