Business Administration – Tourism Management
Learn more about the program at an Information Session.
The Business Administration – Tourism Management Option diploma program is a dynamic, hands-on, applied program that provides learners with a solid business education along with additional knowledge and abilities to succeed within the tourism industry.
Drawing on the expertise of leaders in the tourism field, the program is particularly pertinent for students who wish to learn about entrepreneurship in tourism and the role of tourism in community development. Students also gain a unique cultural awareness and sensitivity in respect to west coast indigenous values, beliefs, experiences and worldview as these relate to community development and tourism management.
Graduates may find work in a variety of tourism services, sectors and community development and will also have foundational skills that will support their ability to identify and successfully develop and sustain new tourism services/products or move existing businesses into new ventures. As well, graduates will have the knowledge/skills that would serve them well in beginning supervisory, management and owner/operator positions.
Students interested in moving on to a degree program after completing their diploma should consult with the Program Leader or Chair. Existing options include BBA's at Camosun College, as well as Thompson Rivers University - Open Learning, Royal Roads, UNBC, University of Lethbridge, Athabasca University.
Highlighting Tourism Management Careers!
- In BC, over 35,000 new supervisory and management positions are required in the next 8 years.
- BC is an international tourism destination - and a world leader - with a sophisticated and professional tourism industry.
- Dynamic and diverse - you can explore so many skills and interests in this industry - there are a WORLD OF CHOICES!
- For those entrepreneurs out there - 300-500 new tourism businesses are started EACH YEAR in BC.
Note: This program does not link to Tourism Management programs at UVic. Students interested in transferring to UVic, UBC or SFU should consult with a Camosun College Academic Advisor.
Credential Options:
- Diploma in Business Administration - Tourism Management Option
- Diploma in Business Administration - Tourism Management Option, Co-operative Education Designation
- Diploma in Business Administration - Tourism Management Option, Internship Designation