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What to expect from a career in the Travel and Tourism Industry

The travel and tourism industry is growing exponentially, which makes an education from travel and tourism programs at Ontario colleges a hot commodity. You can take your skills in a number of directions, from management and administration to outdoor adventure and more.

If you’re interested in a global career with plenty of exciting career opportunities, here’s what you need to know.

Travel and Tourism Courses

While overview programs are plentiful, there are also a number of specialty options in Ontario college travel and tourism programs, including (but not limited to):

• Business / Management.   Risk management, finance and   business skills , along with an overview of the industry and the latest tourism software, prepare students for management roles in all areas of hospitality.
• Services.   Specializing in one area of the industry – such as flight services or guest relations – or acting as travel counsellor in all areas. Students receive an overview of the travel industry along with targeted knowledge in their chosen area.
• Specialties.   Examining how one specific feature of a destination can influences tourism – for example, event planning or   culinary   culture. Again, students learn overall tourism industry skills along with their particular area.
• Ecotourism.   Giving travel and tourism a back-to-nature spin. Students practice the various activities in nature tourism while learning leadership, rescue training, camping skills and nature identification.

General Travel and Tourism Program Requirements

Most travel and tourism programs require an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, including a grade 12 English credit. However, because of the diverse program spectrum, be sure to check individual requirements for each.

Most programs include field study so students can practice hands-on training in their area of choice. One of the highlights of travel and tourism programs is that global travel opportunities exist as part of the curriculum or as optional experiences.

Travel and Tourism Jobs and Salaries

Travel and tourism graduates can expect to find careers in the   hotel , resort, entertainment and travel industry, holding management, service tour guide and travel planning positions.

Graduates typically see lower starting salaries, between $23,000 and $28,000 per year, but salaries will likely increase with experience. Because of the diversity in the field, salaries for those with experience can be anywhere from $30,000 to $100,000 or more per year.

Ontario Colleges Offering Travel and Tourism Programs

Use the left-column navigation to refine your search by College, Program Availability, Program Start Date and more, or see the table below for a complete list of travel and tourism programs at Ontario colleges.

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Tourism - Travel Services

Transform your love for tourism into a breathtaking career..

• Graduates are well-equipped with transferable skills across global markets that are adaptable to the evolving landscape of the tourism industry
• Gain professional experience and networking opportunities through fieldwork and real-world industry projects
• Excellent reputation, achieving the highest (5-star) accreditation from the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA)

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Field placement/work placement

• Scheduled hours of activities intended to give student hands- on experience in the workplace and for which the students do not typically receive a regular salary or wage from the employer; this instructional setting is characterized by:
• Activities that are an integral component of the curriculum of the program and are necessary for the completion of the program.
• Activities in which college staff do not directly supervise students and for which college staff undertake one or more of the following activities:
• Make periodic site visits.
• Ensure that assignments given to students and the work being done by students are suitable for the program.
• Monitor the students’ progress in the field placement activity.
• Help address problems encountered by students in the field or work placement activity.
• Evaluate student’s performance in the field or work placement activity.

The Tourism - Travel Services Ontario College Diploma provides you with the technical knowledge and expertise for a career in the global field of tourism and travel.

Learn the fundamentals of the evolving tourism and travel sectors such as airlines, accommodations, sea and surface transportation. Explore sustainable tourism practices and develop an understanding of its social, environmental and economic impacts. Hone your customer service skills and apply marketing principles for destination and attraction development. Additionally, train within the live Global Distribution Systems to arrange travel itineraries and reservations gaining the career-ready experience you need.... (read more)

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

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Communications I

Course Description:

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Geography for Tourism Destination Development

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Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Management

Students are introduced to management concepts and tourism at work in their community and globally. Students gain an understanding of the in... + Read More

Wine, Food and Culture

An understanding of culture can be discovered by exploring eating and drinking customs. Students experience a virtual global tour, exploring... + Read More

Hospitality and Tourism Mathematics

For leaders in the Hospitality and Tourism industry, many decisions boil down to an understanding of numbers. Students review essential busi... + Read More

Legal and Regulatory Standards for Tourism and Travel

The tourism and travel industries are subject to a variety of laws, regulations and best practices. Therefore, it is important to be familia... + Read More

Distribution Systems 1: Transactions and Client Management

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Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism Accounting

A foundation in financial accounting is provided through theory and in-class exercises. Students examine what accounting information is, the... + Read More

Communications II

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Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism Marketing

The importance of contemporary marketing skills in today's increasingly competitive and complex marketplace is underlined. Students are show... + Read More

Transportation and Accommodation Sectors for Tourism

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Distribution Systems 2: Advanced Booking Applications

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General Education Elective

Students choose one course, from a group of general education electives, which meets one of the following five theme requirements: Arts in S... + Read More

Hospitality Management Applications

Students use Microsoft Excel to complete numerous tasks and decision-making processes, including costing, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting... + Read More

Hospitality Human Resources Management

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Tourism and Travel Career Preparation

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Introduction to Conferences and Event Management

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Sales and Customer Service

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Field Placement: Tourism

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Destination Marketing Development

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Tourism Attraction Development

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Sustainable Tourism & Emerging Issues

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Tourism Entrepreneurship

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Program eligibility, application information, additional information, program resources, martin taller, program coordinator.

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Martin Taller is a professor in the Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (BHTM) Honours Program and the Tourism -Travel Services program.

Previously, he developed, coordinated and taught in the Marketing and Business Intelligence Research (MBIR) Graduate Studies Program. He has been an instructor at the College since September 2005.

His international education experience includes work with the International Department at Algonquin and as an integral member of a mission to China in May 2006. He has acted as a mentor as well as instructor to Chinese delegation of Professors from Shangdong Jioatong University as well as visiting Professor from various Universities from Iraq.

Martin recently has been co-author of a collaborative Journal of essays published in Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes (WHATT) in 2012 of the most current issues and trends in the Hotel and Hospitality sectors. He has been the lead investigator of several internal and external research projects as well projects with the Applied Research and Innovation Department at the College. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Carleton University.

Andrea Dixon

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613-727-4723, ext. 5251

With over two decades experience in entrepreneurship, finance, product development and marketing, Andrea understands small and large business issues and enjoys sharing her experiences with the next generation of retirement industry professionals.

Prior to joining Algonquin College, Andrea was co-founder and president of an internet-based business with 13 employees. Over the years, Andrea worked as a research associate, finance officer and product development manager for not-for-profit organizations and large corporations. She obtained her Masters in Tourism Administration from The George Washington University and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree (finance) from McGill University and a Bachelor of Education degree from The University of Ottawa.

Donna Gravel

Professor & academic advisor.

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613-727-4723, ext. 7407

Donna Gravel joined Algonquin College with a strong industry background of over 20 years working with major tour operators and Canadian Airlines as a sales manager. She has a good knowledge of all components of the tourism industry. Donna has been with the college for over 15 years, and has her Business Administration diploma from Algonquin College, her tourism diploma from Fleming College , and Tourism Marketing from Florida International University . She currently teaches Dimensions of Tourism, Tours, and a course on travel industry law.

Jamie Ledoux

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613-727-4723, ext. 7433

Jamie Ledoux is a proud Algonquin College Tourism and Travel Program graduate. Upon graduation she was immediately employed as a travel counselor. She spent several years assisting leisure and corporate travel clients as well as organizing and escorting groups. Her continued passion for traveling helps keep her current in the tourism industry. She shares this knowledge and passion in the classroom.

Jamie has been with the college for over 11 years and actively advises students in her position as coordinator and academic advisor. She enjoys teaching all tourism subjects, especially Airline Systems and Computer Reservations. Jamie is a certified travel counsellor (CTC), from the CITC (Canadian Institute of Travel Counsellors).

Stella Ludlow

Student success specialist.

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613-727-4723 ext. 2102

Dr. Ameet Tyrewala

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613-727-4723, ext. 7475

Dr. Ameet Tyrewala has received his Master’s and PhD in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Purdue University , USA and his Bachelor’s in Hotel Management from University of Pune , India. His industry experience includes working in fine dining restaurants, independent and chain hotels at various management and upper management positions in India, the United Kingdom and the United States of America.

Ameet has taught several courses and labs which include Food Safety and Sanitation, Quantity Food Production and Advanced Food Service Management, which is a capstone course for graduating seniors at Purdue University. Since joining Algonquin College in 2012 Ameet has taught several courses in the Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Program (BHTM) as well as the Hotel and Restaurant Diploma Program.

Ameet recently founded the BHTM Student Alumni Society with Alumni Cassie Doyle. The goal of this organization is to build a community of BHTM Students and Alumni who will interface, network, communicate, share their experiences, learn and get inspired from each others successes and failures on their path to becoming future Industry Leaders. Ameet was the 2015 NISOD award recipient that recognizes teaching excellence, learning and leadership.

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613-727-4723, ext. 2256

Jun Xia has been teaching in the Tourism and Travel Program since September 2008. He is very passionate about both teaching and travel. He has six years of experience in the travel industry working as a travel agent both in leisure and corporate travel agencies, as a home-based travel agent and as a teacher. Jun has a diploma in Tourism and Travel, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Technology and an MA in Tourism Management. Jun brings to his students the knowledge and experiences acquired in his extensive travels. He has traveled extensively in Europe and Asia. Jun is a certified travel counsellor (Canadian Institute of Travel Counsellors) and remains an active member of the Institute. Jun is enthusiastic to assist students to achieve greater success in their studies by applying the technology advances available to the 21 st century educational community.

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Fanshawe College

Tourism - Travel

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This two-year program consists of four academic levels and one paid co-op term. Students are prepared, through a wide variety of career-related courses and industry work experience, to meet the limitless challenges of the dynamic tourism/travel industry. Students are prepared for careers in the multi-faceted tourism industry with an emphasis on travel counselling. Strong emphasis is placed on the development of personality and attitudes necessary for success in this customer service field.

This dynamic program focuses on travel advising, customer sales and service, flights and fares, group tour management, travel business operations, package holidays and hotel operations. Our tourism courses will also teach you world geography and the latest computer technology used in the industry, as well as skills in marketing, customer relations, promotion and social media.  

Gain valuable experience with a co-op work term consisting of 420 hours of paid employment. Enjoy an (optional) international field study trip on a seven-night Caribbean cruise as well as local field trips and regular guest lecturers from the industry. In your final semester, you’ll complete an international group tour capstone project where you’ll create a business plan, marketing plan and presentation to launch the tour to classmates and peers and industry partners. Students also have the opportunity to participate in student mentoring through the Baxter Student Ambassador Program.

For further international experiences, students may apply to study abroad for a semester in Finland, Ireland or the Netherlands, or take advantage of our pathway opportunities after graduation to complete a degree with one of our partner institutions including the Limerick Institute of Technology in Ireland.

Developed in conjunction with the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA) , the program is designed to ensure that graduates meet the standards and qualifications of the Association, and students may seek certification upon graduation.

Every person working for a registered Ontario retail travel agency and selling travel services or providing travel advice to the public must, by law, meet the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) Education Standards. The opportunity to seek certification will be provided.

Co-op Opportunities 

The Tourism – Travel program offers a cooperative education component, which provides students the opportunity to gain invaluable first-hand experience in their chosen field. Here are some co-op jobs that have kick-started the careers of some Tourism – Travel students before even graduating! 

Ticket Sales Agent Be the go-to person for informing customers about boarding procedures; printing, sorting and distributing boarding passes, explaining products and services and answering questions from customers.

Front Desk Representative Provide professional and personalized interactions with guests throughout their check-in/check-out process. You will also serve as a main contact responding to inquiries and providing information.to resort guests and staff.

Campground Administration Learn the entire process of running a campground, including scheduling reservations, informing customers of local attractions, retail experience in the camp store and balancing end-of-day reports.

For more information regarding co-op, please check out our co-op site or contact the Co-op Office at [email protected] to connect with a consultant.

Career Information

Graduates of Fanshawe’s Tourism – Travel program will have the opportunity to work for tour operators, travel agencies, airlines, transportation companies, hotels, destination management companies and government tourism offices. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and experience to establish a career in tour management, tourism product sales and marketing, wholesale and retail reservations, customer service, travel consulting, guest services, and niche travel and tourism.

Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduation employment rates among large colleges in Ontario? 

Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Tourism – Travel program:

Travel Advisor Help make dream vacations a reality by conducting extensive research, including visa and passport requirements, and selling flights, packages and insurance.

Guest Services Representative Arrange professional and personalized interactions with guests and provide information and recommendations for a successful experience.

Wilderness Guide Be the ultimate guide for canoe, bicycle, hiking and fishing trips in a beautiful provincial park. Help clients connect with nature by using your enthusiasm, outgoing personality, and professionalism to provide safe, educational and fun experiences.

Program Director Oversee every aspect of the health and safety and enjoyment of all participants while managing/coaching staff to deliver the planned itinerary.

Thank you so much for everything you taught me. I have never enjoyed school as much as in the last two years! I am working as an independent advisor and it has been driven home to me, over and over, what a great education you provide and how well I was prepared to be a travel advisor. I am having a lot of fun and living vicariously through other people's travel plans!

• Support an industry and workplace service culture by adopting a positive attitude and professional decorum, accommodating diverse and special needs, and contributing as a team member.
• Deliver customer service and solutions that anticipate, meet and/or exceed individual expectations, as well as organizational expectations, standards and objectives.
• Use marketing concepts, market research, social networks, sales strategies, relationship management skills and product knowledge to promote and sell tourism products, services and customer experiences.
• Apply business principles as well as basic accounting, budgeting, financial and administration skills to support the effective management and operation of a variety of organizations delivering tourism products and services.
• Comply with relevant organization and workplace systems, processes, policies, standards, legal obligations and regulations, and apply risk management principles, to support and maintain efficient, safe, secure, accessible and healthy tourism operations.
• Use appropriate technologies to enhance the quality and delivery of tourism products, services and customer experiences, to measure the effectiveness oftourism operations and to participate in tourism development.
• Keep current with tourism trends and issues, and interdependent relationships in the broader tourism industry* sectors to improve work performance and guide career development.
• Use leadership, teamwork, conflict and relationship management skills and tools, as well as knowledge of organizational behaviour, employment standards and human rights to contribute to  a positive work environment.
• Respond to issues and dilemmas arising in the delivery of tourism products, services and customer experiences by using and promoting ethical behaviour and best practices of corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability. 

Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management

Hospitality - Hotel and Resort Services Management (Co-op)

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Admission Requirements

• English Language Requirements

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Recommended Academic Preparation

• Grade 11 and Grade 12 Hospitality and Tourism (C)
• Grade 11 Travel and Tourism: A Regional Geographic Perspective (O)
• International Languages, preferably French

Recommended Personal Preparation

• Have a keen interest in people
• Display effective speaking and writing skills
• Develop personal responsibility and leadership skills in school, community and social organizations

Applicant Selection Criteria

• Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario
• Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date, Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until the program is full)
• Achievement in the Admission Requirements

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Tourism - Travel Services Management

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Online full-time programs are offered as either Daytime, or a combination of Evenings and Saturdays. Check your program Dates and Times to see what the program commitment will be.

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Humber is proud to have the highest graduate employment and employer satisfaction rate of the GTA colleges based on Colleges Ontario’s key performance indicators for college graduates in 2022-2023.

Program Overview

Make a career out of your love of travel, exploration and adventure! Humber’s Tourism – Travel Services Management diploma program will provide you with the experience and skills you need to thrive in this exciting industry both at home and abroad.

Our program provides dynamic experiential learning balanced with an academic curriculum that adapts to ever-evolving tourism industry-specific skills and technological needs. Paying attention to what the industry and our partners require ensures that our sought-after graduates are ready to meet the demands of the modern workplace.

During your four semesters of study you:

• benefit from Humber’s affiliation with international educational institutions providing student exchange programs and semester or summer abroad studying opportunities
• complete an industry placement, applying acquired tourism knowledge to real-world situations and gaining valuable work experience
• learn from well-connected faculty who teach with passion and innovation, enhancing your critical thinking, creative problem solving, and communication/presentation skills while using current case-study examples
• network with industry professionals and alumni during guest lectures and events
• participate in local field trips allowing for hands-on exploration of a variety of tourism and travel products and adventures
• strengthen your resume with desirable industry-relevant certifications including TICO (Travel Industry Council of Ontario) and CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) accreditation

Note: For students starting in September or January, there is a scheduled one semester break between second and third semester.

Current students, please make sure to review your MyHumber Academic Progress report to confirm which courses you should register into for your Winter semester. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.

Work-Integrated Learning  

Work-integrated learning  .

In the fourth semester, students participate in a comprehensive unpaid field experience . Opportunities include positions with airlines, retail travel agencies, tour operators and destination management companies.

Field experience allows students to apply in-class knowledge and skills to real tourism industry scenarios which helps prepare them for their future careers. Our internship co-ordinator provides direction and assistance to secure a field experience.

Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) at Humber

Work-integrated learning.

Work-integrated learning opportunities prepare you for your future career. You will apply what you’ve learned in class and in real-world environments through a wide range of academic, community and industry partnerships. These work-integrated learning opportunities may include field experiences, professional practicums and co-operative education.

Field Experience

A field experience offers students an opportunity to engage in intensive experiences related to their field of study or career goals to build their skills, knowledge and abilities. Field experiences may be paid or unpaid.

Professional Practicum

Programs requiring a professional practicum offer practice-based experience or work hours for a professional license or certification. Students work under the direct supervision of an experienced professional. Placements are unpaid.

Co-operative Education

Students in co-op programs gain experience through paid work terms in their field of study that become progressively more complex as their skill level increases.

Optional Co-operative Education

Students in co-op programs gain experience through paid work terms in their field of study that become progressively more complex as their skill level increases. The co-op portion of this program is optional.

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Humber Advantages

Industry Partnerships

Humber’s program is recognized by the industry as the leader in tourism education and more than 300 partners/employers seek out our students as their first choice candidates. Some of the industry partners for this program include Nolitours, Transat Holidays, Air Transat, Jonview Canada, Air Canada Vacations, Kensington Tours, American Express, Sears Travel, Cruise Professionals, Sunquest, Red Tag Vacations, Trafalgar Tours, Sunwing Vacations, Sell Off Vacations, G Adventures, Contiki Travel, Merit Travel, CIT Tours, Goway, Westjet and many independent travel agencies, tour operators and destination management companies.

Internship Partners

Exclusive Programs

As part of our partnership with Baxter Travel Media, a competition was launched to find the Baxter Student Ambassador. The Baxter Student Ambassador Program started exclusively with Humber and was extended to colleges and universities across Canada.

Now in its fourth year, The Young Travel Professionals (YTP) have developed an exclusive partnership with Humber College culminating in an event in which young professionals in the travel industry network with current students. The program is a great avenue for students to develop connections with current young players in the tourism industry.

Unique Learning Opportunities

Humber Tourism - Travel Services Managment students have the opportunity to experience many unique, international learning opportunities through study abroad as well as their Trip Planning class. Seven Humber students recently travelled to Uganda to learn about sustainable tourism and conduct field research. In recent years, trip planning students have visited numerous exciting destinations including Portugal, Costa Rica Spain and Mexico. Each year a new, international destination is selected and visited by the class!

Student Experience

Watch the video to see our students at the Global Business Travel Association Conference.

Watch the video to hear what our students have to say about the program and the potential of a career in the travel industry.

Watch the video to see the Longo Faculty of Business International students learn to swim in memory of Satvir Singh.

Watch the video to observe our students network with Travel Industry Professionals in an exclusive event with YTP (Young Travel Professionals).

Watch the video to take a tour with our Tourism students of the Rendezvous Canada tradeshow marketplace and Niagara Falls!

Watch the video to see our students hike the quarry trek to Machu Picchu.

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Semester Abroad - Taiwan

Spend your 4th semester studying at the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality & Tourism and experiencing Taiwan’s vibrant culture.

Summer Abroad

Students in this program may be eligible for a credit through Summer Abroad in Croatia, Denmark, Finland, India, Japan, New Zealand, Peru or Vietnam.

Placement Abroad

Students have the opportunity to complete program work placements in Canada or abroad. Students may also be eligible to receive a bursary from Humber.

Two-Week Global Adventure - Nunavut

Students are involved in volunteer projects based on their areas of interest and participate in unique local activities and excursions.

Study Abroad

Qualified students in this program may have a unique opportunity to complete their fourth semester living abroad in Taiwan. Students are enrolled with Humber and pay an additional program fee for this optional program. This experience is subject to eligibility standards and an application process.

Current opportunities include: Semester 4 Taiwan - this 18-week program from the end of February through the end of June offers our students the opportunity to embrace the local culture, customs and language of Taiwan and our partner institution National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism.

Humber College’s affiliation with international educational institutions promotes student exchange programs providing both semester and summer abroad studying opportunities. Additional fees apply and participation is subject to availability and meeting eligibility requirements.

Your Career

Our program is the launching pad to an exciting career in one of the world’s largest, most dynamic and resilient industries.

Our multi-faceted tourism graduates possess a broad base of business acumen as well as sought after soft skills ensuring a strong understanding of financial accounting, customer service, marketing strategies, sales techniques and the latest industry-specific technology required to succeed.

Graduates are hired by Canadian and international employers for positions in:

• cruise lines and airline operations
• customer service and reservations
• destination management
• niche and corporate travel
• product planning and development
• sales and marketing
• tour conducting
• wholesale and (online) leisure retail operators

Professional Accreditations & Recognition

Certification Opportunities

Qualified students have the opportunity to earn the following certifications as part of the program:

• Travel Industry Standards Certification (TICO)
• Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) Certified Cruise Counsellor (CCC)
• Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)

Membership Opportunities

Graduates may apply to become members of the following:

• Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC)
• Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
• Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA)

Additional requirements may apply.

Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.

Program Availability

Humber is a publicly-funded institution and does not have a public-private partnership. International students graduating from Humber or Humber’s International Graduate School (IGS) are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit .

International Students in Canada who apply for May 2024 start could be eligible for a $1,000 Scholarship*. Apply now

Please note the new International Admissions Process and Provincial Attestation Letters. Read the update

International Students Out of Canada can Apply through Humber International

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Program Delivery Types

Block-based: Students select a pre-set weekly schedule of courses that best meets their needs. Block-Based schedules may include in-person, hybrid and online courses.

Course-based: Students create their own schedule of courses from among in-person, hybrid and online options.

Condensed Week - Courses requiring students to come to campus are scheduled over 2-3 days per week. Online courses are scheduled on other days.

Online - Courses are scheduled only online and may be delivered asynchronously, where students study independently or synchronously, where students attend the online class on a specified time and day.

Twilight - In-person, online synchronous and hybrid courses are generally scheduled after 3:00pm.

Twilight-Online: Online synchronous courses are generally scheduled after 3:00 pm.

Learn The Art of Tourism

Watch the video to preview the tourism experience at Humber.

Tour-Guiding Students Explore and Interpret Toronto's Distillery District

Fri, December 22, 2023

Tourism - Travel Services Management Professor Kevin Smith led a group of tour-guiding students on a captivating field trip to downtown Toronto.

Tourism Graduate Embarks on a Dream Career in Travel Services

Mon, November 06, 2023

Emily Bernasiewicz, a recent graduate from the Tourism - Travel Services Management program achieved her dream job at The Luxury Travel Agency.

Rising Star Marygold Anne Santos Wins Coveted Baxter Student Ambassador Program at Humber

Tue, June 13, 2023

Tourism - Travel Services Management student, Marygold Anne Santos has been named the recipient of this year's Baxter Student Ambassador Program (BSAP).

Honouring Teaching Excellence: Humber College Recognizes Outstanding Educators in the 2023 Greatest High School Teacher Contest

Tourism – Travel Services Management student Rein's essay submission, nominating her high school teacher Therese Hassan, has been selected as a winner of Humber's Greatest High School Teacher Contest.

Tourism Students Embark on Thrilling Treetop Trek

Tue, May 09, 2023

Tourism students experienced an exhilarating treetop trekking expedition in Brampton as part of the Niche Tourism course, organized by Tourism - Travel Services Management Professor Kevin Smith.

Niagara Falls Trip Provides Experiential Learning Opportunity for Tourism Students

Tue, April 11, 2023

Accompanied by Professors Diane Keefe, Anke Foller-Carroll, and Liz Stevenson, tourism students embarked on a field trip to Niagara Falls to explore a top international tourist destination.

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Find an employer willing to sponsor you as an apprentice.

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Work with your employer approximately one year before attending Humber.

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If you’re in high school – grade 11 or 12 – you can earn co-op education credits through work placements in some skilled trades.

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Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca . Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program.

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Admission selection is based on the academic criteria indicated. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission.

Admission selection is based on the following three requirements:

To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

• Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent) 
• Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above
• Mature student status
• College or university transfer status

Mature Applicants

Diplomas and certificates.

An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

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An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

University Transfer Applicants

An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

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All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy .

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Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

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Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).

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Fees & financial aid.

The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters is:

• domestic: $3,985.24
• international: $17,589.38

Fees are subject to change.

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*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140

Additional Costs

Approximately $500 – textbooks and study materials (for one semester).

Approximately $100 – Eco Adventure Experiential Trip (Semester 3).

$50 – course-related field trips (per semester) - TBD.

Additional fees apply for optional travel opportunities.

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Scholarships

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Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.

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Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships

Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.

Explore Opportunities through Humber Pathways

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• Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.

Additional information will be made available to students from their program before the beginning of the Winter term. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.

You can find a complete list of programs with downloads including program and course details at Current Student Resources  

Students in programs marked as online/in-person will have a combination of those two types of delivery. Additional information will be made available to students from their program in the first week of June. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:

• Support an industry and workplace service culture by adopting a positive attitude and professional decorum, accommodating diverse and special needs, and contributing as a team member.
• Deliver customer service and solutions that anticipate, meet and/or exceed individual expectations, as well as organizational expectations, standards and objectives.
• Use marketing concepts, market research, social networks, sales strategies, relationship management skills and product knowledge to promote and sell tourism products, services and customer experiences.
• Apply business principles as well as basic accounting, budgeting, financial and administration skills to support the effective management and operation of a variety of organizations delivering tourism products and services.
• Comply with relevant organization and workplace systems, processes, policies, standards, legal obligations and regulations, and apply risk management principles, to support and maintain efficient, safe, secure, accessible and healthy tourism operations.
• Use appropriate technologies to enhance the quality and delivery of tourism products, services and customer experiences, to measure the effectiveness of tourism operations and to participate in tourism development.
• Keep current with tourism trends and issues, and interdependent relationships in the broader tourism industry* sectors to improve work performance and guide career development.
• Use leadership, teamwork, conflict and relationship management skills and tools, as well as knowledge of organizational behaviour, employment standards and human rights to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Respond to issues and dilemmas arising in the delivery of tourism products, services and customer experiences by using and promoting ethical behaviour and best practices of corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability.

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Endorsed Online Learning Programs

Endorsed distance learning programs.

ACTA offers four levels of Endorsement :

• Two Star... ⭐⭐
• Three Star.. ⭐⭐⭐
• Four Star... ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Five Star... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Similar to hotel star rating systems, a travel program receives stars based on the number of inclusions it offers, for example:  travel services specific curriculum hours, field placement, live GDS training.

If a travel program does not meet all the criteria for Full Endorsement then Provisional Endorsement may be granted for a maximum of two years, while they works towards satisfying the additional criteria.

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FANSHAWE COLLEGE 

School of Tourism, Hospitality and Culinary Arts

Tourism-Travel Studies (online)  ⭐⭐⭐

Fanshawe College’s Tourism - Travel Studies program is a one-year Ontario College Certificate designed for students seeking a career in the travel industry.

The curriculum will focus on the fundamentals of travel consulting including customer sales and service, travel business operations, travel systems software, and emerging technology trends. Graduates of this program will have the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level customer service positions in the hospitality and tourism industry such as travel agent, reservations agent, front-desk agent, and other customer service representatives. Graduates will also be prepared to write the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) exam.

This program will be offered online with continuous intake options.

CANADIAN CENTRE FOR SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Operates by Travel College Canada

International Travel & Tourism ⭐⭐⭐⭐

International Tourism Management ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Travel College Canada is a unique "Boutique" private career college specializing in adult education and the travel and tourism industry for over 25 years * operated by Canadian Centre for Skills Development.

Registered and approved as a Private Career College under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2015 by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD)

Approved by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development as a Designated Learning Institution authorized to accept International Students.

Our diploma programs are endorsed by the prestigious Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA), the national association that certifies and designates travel professionals across Canada. Graduates of Travel College Canada receive credits toward the professional designations CTC (Certified Travel Counsellor), and CTM (Certified Travel Manager) recognized by employers locally and abroad.

At the Travel College Canada, faculty and management care about you, and help support your career goal to achieve success in the travel and tourism industry.

We believe in Cooperative Learning. Our style of teaching includes a blending of essential theory, exploratory research, interactive hands-on approach, and role-plays that engage and inspire students to excel with confidence.

Graduate employment rate at Travel College Canada is consistently in the high 90% attributed in large part to our well-nurtured, professional relationships with a wide variety of reputable, well established travel employers.

Thousands of graduates of Travel College Canada are successfully employed as Home Based Travel Professionals; at airports; with airlines, travel agencies and tour operators; on-board cruise ships; and variety of specialty travel companies serving niche markets.

To maximize employment opportunities, ensure job readiness, and success, we provide many additional services free of charge for our students, including our specially designed TICO Pre Exam Prep Courses and exam proctoring.

Corporate Services: Professional training, workshops, Key Note Address, marketing, and business consulting services is available to the travel industry.

Tourism - Travel

Emergency Alternate Delivery Plan: Winter 2024 Emergency Alternate Delivery

Disney Academic Program for Tourism Students

This program is delivered at our downtown campus, the MediaPlex. If you’re staying in residence, which is located at our main campus, it is a quick 20 minute bus ride to our downtown campuses. The bus stops directly behind the St. Clair College Centre for the Arts. The MediaPlex is one block south of the Centre for the Arts.

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• Event Management
• Public Relations
• Culinary Management
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Program Overview

If you are interested in a career as an airline/tour reservationist, flight attendant, cruise ship employee, tour guide, tour manager, event planner, travel counselor, hotel/ resort concierge, or any other facet of the tourism industry, this program is for you! This program will help develop skills employers are looking for in a new employee, such as communication, teamwork, computer, and customer service skills. Graduates are prepared to begin entry-level positions in a number of the travel industry sectors.

Program Highlights

• Students have the opportunity to gain valuable experience and school credits while living, working, and attending classes at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
• Graduates have the opportunity to obtain a Bachelor of Arts in Travel and Tourism Management in Ireland by completing 2 semesters abroad.
• Optional yearly field trip abroad (past trips include Mexico, Caribbean, Cruises, Europe).
• Previous mid-semester work placement locations have included Western and Eastern Canada, Europe, Thailand, South Africa, Costa Rica, Australia, and India, among others.
• Student Work Experience Program recruitment opportunities exist with Fairmont Hotels and Resorts located in Western Canada.
• Tourism Photography gives students the opportunity to create travel brochures using their own photographs.
• TICO exam administered as part of the program.

Career Opportunities

Tourism is one of the largest economic generators worldwide; employment opportunities are endless. Whether you are changing careers or looking for a new job, tourism and travel will offer you a world of possibilities. After completing the two-year program, graduate job opportunities exist with airlines, airports, attractions, car rental companies, convention and meeting centres, cruise lines, government tourism offices, hotels and resorts, online travel providers, rail lines, travel agencies, tour operators and visitor information centres, among others. Tourism and Travel students can work and earn credits through the Disney College Program and the Fairmont Hotels and Resorts Student Work Experience Program.

Admission Requirements

OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level qualify for admission to this program.

Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

The curriculum below is for incoming students :

View Pre/Co-Requisites for Tourism - Travel

Your Investment

The standard tuition and compulsory fees for the current academic year:

2023-2024 Tuition Fees  

For programs with Experiential Learning (Work Placement/Internship): Costs for accommodation, if needed, travel and related expenses are at the student's own expense. It is recommended for most programs, that students have access to a laptop or desktop computer while away from home during experiential learning periods.

Textbooks and other materials are in addition to Tuition Fees . Textbook prices may be found on the Bookstore website .

Please be aware that tuition and compulsory fees are subject to adjustment each year. The College reserves the right to change, amend or alter fees as necessary without notice or prejudice.

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Program vocational learning outcomes.

Tourism - Travel ( Ontario College Diploma) (MTCU Code 53205)

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Ensure customer satisfaction by providing tourism services in a professional manner, both individually and as part of a team.
• Sell and promote tourism products and services proactively.
• Apply a knowledge of the various tourism industry sectors and their necessary interaction, both with each other and with government and other regulating bodies, in the provision of tourism products and services.
• Perform effectively, both individually and as part of a team, in the reservations function of a tourism organization.
• Prepare and issue accurately routine tickets and other travel documentation to clients.
• Access and appropriately disseminate accurate and detailed product knowledge and destination information.
• Apply clerical and organizational skills to facilitate the completion of administrative tasks.
• Apply bookkeeping and basic financial knowledge and skills, including cost control techniques, to the operation of a tourism organization.
• Develop ongoing personal professional development strategies and plans to enhance industry knowledge and leadership skills for tourism industry sectors.

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Program Highlights

• Fully accredited and endorsed through Association of Canadian Travel Agencies.
• Courses and content are directly aligned with current industry standards.
• Wide range of presentations from industry professionals and local entrepreneurs.
• Opportunity to graduate with Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) Certification.
• Mohawk's Tourism Program provides a unique cross-section of education and training in all sectors of the Tourism Industry.

What you'll learn

Mohawk College’s Tourism Program offers an excellent broad-based program of study that provides information and training in all sectors of tourism.

• Acquire specialized skills in Sabre and Apollo Reservation Systems.
• Develop communication, business and industry-specific computer skills.

Did you know tourism is one of the world’s fastest growing industries. Visit Tourism Hamilton  for attractions, events and more.

View the Exceptions Calendar for start dates and semester break information.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

Tourism is a BYOD program. Students are required to have a laptop equipped with a webcam. Tablets including iPads and Chromebooks are not compatible with our programming.

Program Length

2 academic years (periods of 8 months)

Fast Track - allows students to complete a two-year Diploma program (non co-op) in 16 months. Students will start in January and be in school for four continuous semesters: Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall and Winter. Students will not be off during the summer.

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Options are available for mature applicants .

Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language

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• or  IELTS  Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
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When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career. 

As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.

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Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.

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Course Overview & Descriptions

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How you'll gain skills

• Hands-on use of travel and tourism computer software in our  labs .
• Attending trade shows, conferences and career fairs.
• Experience interactive tourism industry simulations .
• After successful completion of all required courses, you will complete a mandatory two-week unpaid  Field Placement . You are responsible for sourcing your own placement.

To learn more, please visit the  Centre for Experiential Learning .  

Field Placement

Visit the Tourism Student Field Placement Partnership page for information on the field placement opportunities for this program!

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.

• Review the program learning outcomes for Tourism (964)

In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.

Career Opportunities

Your future career options.

• Overseas Destination Representative
• Customer Service Representative
• Sales Representative
• Reservation Agent
• Tourism Consultant
• Cruise and Rail Professions

Where you could work includes:

• Travel Agencies
• Tour Wholesalers/Operators
• Hotels, Resorts and Cruise Lines
• Government Agencies
• Airlines/Airports
• Tourism Call Centres

Opportunities for grads

• Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA) Certification
• Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) Certification
• Specialization certifications

Educational Pathways

Pathways to mohawk .

If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.  

Pathways within Mohawk

If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program.  *

• Office Administration - Executive
• Office Administration - General
• General Arts and Science (College Transfer)

This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices within Mohawk.

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Pathways beyond Mohawk

Earn a degree:

• Davenport University - Bachelor of Business Administration
• Robert Gordon University - Bachelor of Arts - International Hospitality Management, or International Tourism Management
• Technological University of the Shannon -  Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Studies with Travel & Tourism Management

See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.

Search the Mohawk Transfer Database for opportunities outside of Ontario.

Laptop Requirements

The Tourism Program is a laptop-based program. A laptop, meeting the following minimum system requirements, is needed for the first day of class - including all required software.

You can use this list to purchase a laptop at the retailer of your choice. We encourage you to compare prices and systems, and find the laptop that will suit your needs.

PC Platform – Windows operating system

This is a public relations industry standard (Not a Mac-based program).

If you already own a PC platform laptop (i.e. Dell/Toshiba etc.) with a Windows operating system, you will not be required to purchase a new laptop, providing you have the required hardware and software components already installed for the first day of class. The following is a list of the minimum system requirements you will need for Tourism courses (recognizing that most units currently available have higher specifications).

Minimum Requirements:

Windows 10 Microsoft Edge Google Chrome Firefox

• Intel i5 or AMD Quad-Core A10-7300 APU, or equivalent with 64-bit support and 2.5 GHz or faster
• Microsoft Windows 10
• Min. 8 GB of RAM (10 GB recommended)
• Min. 500 GB HDD
• 2.6 GB of available hard-disk space for installation
• 1920 x 1080 recommended with 32-bit/64-bit video card; supports HiDPI display; requires dedicated video card or integrated video card with 2 Gigs VRAM
• 12”- 17” screen size
• Adobe Flash Player software required to export SWF files
• Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services*

It is not recommended that MacBooks be used , as the product is not a tourism industry standard. Courses will include training using PC platform software.

If you currently own a MacBook and you are concerned about compatibility, you will still need to ensure that you meet the hardware and software requirements, which includes having Microsoft Office Professional with Publisher.

Mac users will likely be required to set up a dual boot/parallel system, in order to operate their Microsoft software. It is recommended that you contact an authorized Mac dealer and service agent to assist you with this process.

Mac OS 10.x or newer Safari 9.x or newer Google Chrome Firefox

Required Equipment and Software

• Computer mouse required  

To download software and view student pricing details log into your MyMohawk account, on the left-hand navigation select Technology Solutions, Software Downloads, Download Software from the Web Store.

• Microsoft Office (no cost)
• Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016 with Publisher is free through your Mohawk College Office 365 account.
• Microsoft Project (login for pricing details)
• Adobe Creative Cloud (All apps) – a monthly license is available directly from Adobe. Check online for pricing options.
• *Adobe software purchased through Creative Cloud will meet the requirements of our program providing it includes the following programs, 2018 or newer: Photoshop CC/Illustrator CC/ InDesign CC/Acrobat XI Pro/Bridge CC/Media Encoder CC/Premiere Pro CC

*Please note that some specifications may be subject to change with the introduction of newer versions of the software packages that are available.

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Edward Strauch

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*Not all programs are international eligible. Please see our programs available for international students .

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Since I made the decision to enter at Mohawk College, I feel that my life changed. In the college I learned not only English, also I had the opportunity to study Tourism and Travel. During my two years in the program, I had a great experience. I learned many things and I shared good times with my friends. I believe that Mohawk College not only has good facilities, also has very qualified teachers that gave me the best guidelines to succeed. For me it is very important to mention the opportunity that Mohawk College gave me through the work placement, as it is because of this program I could find a job. In other words Mohawk College gave me the tools to succeed in the real world. I am very proud of graduating as a student of Mohawk College. Luz Andrea, Tourism and Travel 2012 Honours Graduate

The Tourism and Travel program at Mohawk College gave me exceptional knowledge and know-how to get where I am today. Thanks to the great program that provided detailed information of the tourism and travel industry, and incredible teachers that have years of experience in the field, I was able to put what I learned towards job interviews, and started working three months after graduation. I am now proud to be succeeding in my career as a Travel Consultant for Marlin Travel. Amber, Tourism and Travel 2010 Graduate

The time I spent as a student at Mohawk College in the Tourism and Travel program was both exciting and thrilling.  The professors were willing to share their real world experience and help to prepare me for my future at Airmiles both professionally and personally.  The decision to go back to school was the best decision of my life and I know that I will have the support of the professors going into my future.  Make it count!! David, Tourism and Travel 2008 Graduate

The course curriculum was fantastic; the in-depth knowledge and workplace insight of the instructors ensured that I was completely prepared to accelerate in my career.  With the guidance and encouragement of the Tourism and Travel faculty I secured a position before graduation in the Airline Industry. Jennifer, Tourism and Travel 2008 Graduate

The Tourism and Travel program is not only fun, but it prepares you for a career.  I emerged from this program with the knowledge and skills to secure a great job which I truly enjoy.  I owe my successes in this program to the faculty members who are knowledgeable, experienced, and caring. Your success in this program is their priority, and it shows.  I would highly recommend this program to anyone who has an interest in the travel industry! Sandra, Tourism and Travel 2008 Graduate

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Tourism - Destinations and Travel Management (Optional Co-op)

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Domestic students should apply online or by phone at 1-888-892-2228.

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Program description - September 2024

This program provides students with an overview of the hospitality and tourism industry along with entry-level management skills for this very diverse and integrated industry. Students will receive a broad base of business and entrepreneur skills ensuring a strong understanding of financial, customer service, marketing, and the human resources aspects of the industry. The optional co-op stream includes one co-op work term.

Program details

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Tuition & fees

Tuition and fee details for the 2023-2024 year are listed below. Books and supplies may be additional.

International

Canadian fee details (non co-op option), returning student tuition & fees.

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International fee details (non co-op option)

Canadian fee details (co-op option), international fee details (co-op option).

Program device & software requirements

This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.

Financial assistance

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Co-op information

• Co-op programs add value to your education. Earn money while you apply what you've learned in a real workplace environment. Visit Co-operative education for more information.
• The College cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Department of Co-op Education.
• Students are responsible for their own transportation and associated costs in order to complete work term requirements. Work locations may not always be readily accessible by public transportation.
• In order for a student to participate in a WIL experience/Co-op work term, students must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Applying to the co-op stream

• All applicants apply to the non co-op program. Students will be informed of the application deadline and process to apply for the Co-op Stream. Labour market conditions determine the number of co-op seats in optional co-op programs. Not every student who meets academic eligibility requirements will be admitted to the co-op stream.
• To be considered for admission to the co-op stream, students are required to achieve a minimum 70% session weighted average, with no dropped or failed courses during the term that occurs two terms prior to the co-op work term.
• International students will require work permits to utilize the co-op job board for job search and to accept employment. Students are currently experiencing longer than usual wait times for work permits. Please be advised that there will be no co-op program service fee refunds after the program withdrawal for refund date. Students that have not received their work permit and choose to remain in co-op after the program withdrawal for refund date do so at their own risk and will not be refunded. If you are concerned about receiving your work permit in time to achieve co-op employment, please discuss your situation with your co-op advisor as early as possible.

Delivery sequence - September 2024 - Waterloo

This delivery sequence is for the non co-op option.

This delivery sequence is for the co-op option.

Affiliations

Start Your Travel Career Journey with Travel College Canada

We invite you for a quick overview of our online program offerings, then please click program of choice. Each page has specific program info e.g. courses, duration, fees, and Special Features at No Extra Cost.

International Tourism Management Diploma Program

This is an 800-hour in-depth online program. It includes a blending of essential Travel & Tourism Courses and core Business Management Courses.

Also included is Career Planning, and Job Search Assistance.

This comprehensive program is perfect for the student interested in working toward a future career in travel management once necessary work experience etc. is gained.

Also ideal for those interested in working as a Home-Based Travel Professional e.g. Travel Advisor, Travel Agent and perhaps in future, starting their own travel agency.

International Travel and Tourism Diploma Program

This 700-hour online program includes Travel & Tourism courses as well as Career Planning and Job Search Assistance.

The program is ideal for the student interested in gaining a solid foundation on which to build their career in the travel and tourism industry.

Home Based Travel Professional Certificate Program

This 160-hour online Certificate Program provides a good foundation for those interested in learning more about the travel industry, and starting a career as a Home Based Travel Professional e.g. Travel Advisor/Agent.

Tour Guide/Tour Manager Certificate Program

This program will be of interest to those interested in learning how to lead & manage tour groups. Both an interesting, and rewarding profession, it is highly demanding, and requiries strong skills.  

Group Travel Specialist Certificate Program

Learn how to design, and research group travel; how and where to find, connect and market to potential groups; partnering with tour operators and other supplier; and many other topics. 

  Advantages of Studying at Travel College Canada

✔ Accelerated Programs: By choosing Travel College Canada you can graduate with a diploma in as little as 5 months (depending on the program of choice) which is significantly less time than Community Colleges which may take up to 2-years.

✔ Career Focused Education: At Travel College Canada we offer our graduates job search assistance to help gain employment. Over the years we have nurtured relationships with an extensive network of reputable well established employment partners. ✔ Flexible Scheduling : We understand individuals have responsibilities and unique life/work schedules. With this in mind, we offer flexible course schedules  to make it possible for the student to achieve their education and career goal. 

✔ Credibility: Travel College Canada is a registered Private Career College under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005, thus subject to annual registration and audits to ensure the College operates in compliance. Diploma programs are endorsed by the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA). ✔ Smaller Class Sizes: You are not just a number! Our comfortable study atmosphere provides personalized attention & assistance to each student in the class (based on availability.) ✔ Industry Experienced Teachers: Travel College Canada instructors are carefully selected for their extensive knowledge and experience in the travel & tourism industry. Many of our instructors have 20+ years of experience in the field. ✔ Career Planning Workshop & Job Search Assistance: Student will learn how to create effective resumes and cover letters; prepare for interviews and understand the job search process. ✔ National Industry Designations: We encourage our graduates to work towards one or both national travel industry designations CTC (Certified Travel Counsellor) and CTM (Certified Travel Manager). Travel College Canada graduates have several advantages. Graduates have reduced fees for the knowledge examination and lower program fees to enroll in certification programs. Our graduates also have the option to write the CTC or CTM exam immediately whereas non-endorsed travel program graduates have to wait for the twice a year sitting. ✔ TICO Prep Exam Preparation Course: When possible, we provide a free TICO pre-exam prep course at no charge for students. Note: TICO exam fee is not included in our program tuition. It is paid directly by the student to TICO when the student arranges an exam date. ✔ Additional E-Learning Training Courses: When made possible to us by travel suppliers, we will offer  our near graduate students “travel agent training courses” ranging from two to four hours at no extra cost. Upon successful completion, the student will earn a certificate provided by the travel supplier which helps increase job opportunities.

We Care About You and Your Education

Travel College Canada was created to meet the needs of adult learners who need to be trained & employed as quickly as possible. 

We train for successful employment. Our programs are designed to help students meet the highest industry standards in order to have successful and sustainable careers. Our diploma programs are endorsed by the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA). This endorsement indicates that our diploma programs exceed the minimum requirements for entering the travel industry.

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Travel and Tourism (TOHP)

Learn about tourism industry standards and requirements with this two-years cambrian college program, duration: 2 years, time commitment: 25-35 hours per week, campus: toronto, subject: business, language: english, level of study: diploma.

The curriculum offers courses in world destinations, selling and customer service, transportation, communication, product knowledge, tour development and management, tourism law, business math, and event management. The students will learn to research, solve problems, be team players, exhibit professionalism and adapt to an ever-changing industry of travel and tourism.

Students will become familiar with:

• World tourist destinations and their local laws and customs
• Basic reservation and booking procedures for airline, hotel, car, cruise, rail and bus
• Both major airline reservation systems, APOLLO BY GEMINI (GALILEO) and SABRE

Students will have an opportunity to further develop practical skills and enrich their industry knowledge by participating in a seven-week-long field placement during their fourth and final semester. With the assistance of a devoted Field Placement Coordinator, students can complete placements in various industry areas to suit their interests.

Completion of the program prepares students to write the Knowledge Exam that is part of the certification requirements to become a Certified Travel Counsellor from CITC. The students are encouraged to become members of the Canadian Institute of Travel Counsellors (CITC). This association provides students with the opportunity to participate in seminars and conferences. For more information on becoming a Certified Travel Counsellor, contact CITC at www.citc.ca .

Future pathways

Academic opportunities:, a co-op or field placement experience is mandatory to tourism students in the fourth semester. students must complete either one to graduate from the program, graduates from this program may continue their studies at university and may receive credit for their prior college education, employment opportunities:, tour operations, travel agencies, hotels and resorts, car rental companies, program outline.

To be considered, applicants require a secondary school diploma from an Ontario College or equivalent, including:

• Grade 12 English
• Recommended: competency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and software

Applicants from non-English-speaking countries must achieve the minimum requirements of an overall IELTS score of 6 and no band less than 5.5 issued in the past 24 months. Duolingo score of 110-115.

All other acceptable tests and results for admission can be found here .

• Exemptions may be granted to international students from certain countries who have completed at least 3 years of formal academic studies in which English was the medium of instruction
• Students can also satisfy the English language proficiency requirement by successfully completing the EAP program offered by Hanson Language School . Applicants are required to obtain a minimum score on the English Placement Test before final approval and completion of their registration. As a result of widespread suspension of IELTS and other testing platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cambrian College will temporarily accept the Duolingo English Test , IELTS Indicator and the TOEFL-iBT® Special Home Edition to demonstrate English Proficiency.

*Hanson College of Business, Health & Technology specializes in educating international students and only accepts non-Canadian applicants possessing valid study permits into programs for which it partners with Cambrian College.

TWD1102: Destination Products – Canada (3 credits) TTP1100: Introduction to Tourism (4 credits) TRL1110: Land Arrangements (3 credits) SSC1000: Events/ Introduction to Psychology I (3 credits) ENG1002: College Communications (3 credits) BUS1106: Computerized Business Applications (3 credits) ACC1220: Business Records (3 credits)

TWD1201: Destination Products & Research (4 credits) TTP1101: Tour and Package Holidays (3 credits) TTP1007: Ticketing and Tariffs (3 credits) MKT1106: Marketing for Tourism & Hospitality (4 credits) PSY1125: Positive Psychology/ Canadian Political Studies (3 credits) ENG2305: Workplace & Employment Writing (3 credits) BUS2040: Organizational Behaviour (3 credits)

TTP1103: Meeting & Conference Planning (2 credits) TTP1014: Workplace Readiness (2 credits) TTP1004: Tourism Law & Risk Management (4 credits) TCB1101: Computer Reservations (4 credits) PSY2700: Client Communications and Leadership Development (3 credits) BUS3585: Entrepreneurship (3 credits) BUS1600: Customer Service (3 credits)

TTP1011: Adventure Leisure & Eco Tourism (3 credits) TTP1010: Field Placement (7 credits) TTP1013: Cross Cultural & Niche Tourism (3 credit) TTP1008: Intro to the Cruise Industry (3 credits) MKT2320: Professional Selling (3 credits)

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CGG3O - Grade 11 Travel and Tourism: A Geographic Perspective

Course Description For CGG3O Grade 11 Travel and Tourism: A Geographic Perspective Online Course

CGG3O discusses issues related to travel and tourism within and between various regions of the world. Throughout this course, students will investigate the unique environmental, sociocultural, economic, and political characteristics of various regions, and examine travel patterns and trends to predict future tourist destinations. They will also investigate the impact of the travel industry on natural environments and human communities.

Summary Of Units And Timelines For Grade 11 Travel and Tourism: A Geographic Perspective CGG3O

Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the CGG3O course profile.

Please be aware that, as per Ministry guidelines, OVS has a mandatory minimum requirement of 14 days enrollment for students to be eligible for a midterm report card and 28 days enrollment to be eligible for a final report card.

Fundamental Concepts Covered in Grade 11 Online Course

• Spatial Significance: This concept requires students to determine the importance of a place or region . They explore the connections that exist between the geographical location and physical characteristics of a site and analyse the unique relationships that exist in and between the natural and human environments in a particular place . Students come to understand that the significance of the same place may be different for humans, animals, and plants.
• Patterns and Trends: This concept requires students to recognize characteristics that are similar and that repeat themselves in a natural or human environment (patterns) and characteristics or traits that exhibit a consistent tendency in a particular setting over a period of time (trends). The characteristics may be spatial, social, economic, physical or environmental. Students analyse connections between characteristics to determine patterns; they analyse connections between those characteristics over time to determine trends.
• Interrelationships: This concept requires students to explore connections within and between natural and human environments. The interconnected parts of an environment or environments work together to form a system. Students must understand the relationships that exist within a system and then critically analyse the relationships between systems to determine the impact they have on one another.
• Geographic Perspective: This concept requires students to consider the environmental, economic, political, and/or social implications of the issues, events, developments, and/or phenomena that they are analysing. In order to solve problems, make decisions or judgements, or formulate plans of action effectively, students need to develop their ability to examine issues from multiple perspectives.

Teaching and Learning Strategies in an Online School

Teachers will bring enthusiasm and varied teaching and assessment approaches to the classroom, addressing individual students’ needs and ensuring sound learning opportunities for every student. The activities offered should enable students to relate and apply these concepts to the social, environmental, and economical conditions and concerns of the world in which they live. Opportunities to relate knowledge and skills to these wider contexts will motivate students to learn in a meaningful way and to become life-long learners. Teachers will help students understand that problem solving of any kind often requires a considerable expenditure of time and energy and a good deal of perseverance. Teachers also will encourage students to investigate, to reason, to explore alternative solutions and to take the risks necessary to become successful problem solvers. Effective instructional approaches and learning activities draw on students’ prior knowledge, capture their interest, and encourage meaningful practise both inside and outside the classroom. Students will be engaged when they are able to see the connection between the scientific concepts they are learning and their application in the world around them and in real-life situations. Due to its importance, students will have opportunities to learn in a variety of ways- individually, cooperatively, independently, with teacher direction, through hands-on experiences, and through examples followed by practice. The approaches and strategies teachers use will vary according to both the object of the learning and the needs of the students. Teachers will accomplish this in online environment with the use of: virtual labs, online simulations, animations, videos, discussion forums, live chat and other interactive objects.

Assessment & Evaluation

As summarized in Growing Success 2010 , the primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. Information gathered through assessment helps teachers to determine students’ strengths and weaknesses in their achievement of the curriculum expectations in each course.

This information also serves to guide teachers in adapting curriculum and instructional approaches to students’ needs and in assessing the overall effectiveness of programs and classroom practices. As part of assessment, teachers provide students with descriptive feedback that guides their efforts towards improvement. Evaluation refers to the process of judging the quality of student work on the basis of established criteria, and assigning a value to represent that quality. All curriculum expectations must be accounted for in instruction, but evaluation focuses on students’ achievement of the overall expectations.

A students’ achievement of the overall expectations is evaluated on the basis of his or her achievement of related specific expectations. Teachers will use their professional judgement to determine which specific expectations should be used to evaluate achievement of overall expectations, and which ones will be covered in instruction and assessment but not necessarily evaluated. In order to ensure that assessment and evaluation are valid and reliable, and that they lead to the improvement of student learning, teachers must use assessment and evaluation strategies that:

• Address both what students learn and how well they learn
• Are based both on the categories of knowledge and skills and on the achievement level descriptions given in the achievement chart
• Are varied in nature, administered over a period of time, and designed to provide opportunities for students to demonstrate the full range of their learning
• Are appropriate for the learning activities used, the purposes of instruction, and the needs and experiences of the students
• Are fair to all students
• Accommodate students with special education needs, consistent with the strategies outlined in their Individual Education Plan
• Accommodate the needs of students who are learning the language of instruction
• Ensure that each student is given clear directions for improvement
• Promote students’ ability to assess their own learning and to set specific goals
• Include the use of samples of students’ work that provide evidence of their achievement
• Are communicated clearly to students and parents at the beginning of the school year and at other appropriate points throughout the school year.

The achievement chart outlines four categories of knowledge and skills. They include; knowledge and understanding, thinking, communication and application. Teachers will ensure that student work is assessed and/or evaluated in a balanced manner with respect to the four categories, and that achievement of particular expectations is considered within the appropriate categories. A final grade is recorded for this course, and a credit is granted and recorded for this course if the student’s grade is 50% or higher. The final grade for this course will be determined as follows:

• Seventy percent of the grade will be based on evaluations conducted throughout the course. This portion of the grade should reflect the student’s most consistent level of achievement throughout the course, although special consideration should be given to more recent evidence of achievement.
• Thirty percent of the grade will be based on a final evaluation and administered towards the end of the course.

Accommodations for students with an IEP in an Online School

All students can succeed. Some students are able, with certain accommodations , to participate in the regular course curriculum and to demonstrate learning independently. Accommodations allow access to the course without any changes to the knowledge and skills the student is expected to demonstrate . The accommodations required to facilitate the student’s learning can be identified by the teacher, but recommendations from a School Board generated Individual Education Plan (IEP) if available can also be consulted. Instruction based on principles of universal design and differentiated instruction focuses on the provision of accommodations to meet the diverse needs of learners.

Examples of accommodations (but not limited to) include:

• Adjustment and or extension of time required to complete assignments or summative tasks
• Providing alternative assignments or summative tasks
• Use of scribes and/or other assistive technologies
• Simplifying the language of instruction

Teachers will bring additional resources and teaching materials that provide a rich and diverse learning environment. Units in this course profile make specific reference to the intended textbook for this course but can be substituted for any relevant and approved text.

Reference: Canadian and World Studies, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, 2015 (Revised) Ministry of Education of Ontario

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) Requirements for all course.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CGG3O?

CGG3O is a Grade 11 Travel and Tourism: A Geographic Perspective course at an Open preparation level.

What are 3O courses?

3O refers to the Grade level of the courses and the pathway. 3 means it is a grade 11 course and O means it is an open preparation course.

Click here for more information on Course Coding System

What is the prerequisite course for CGG3O?

Prerequisite: CGC1P, Grade 9 Issues in Canadian Geography or CGC1D, Grade 9 Issues in Canadian Geography

Click here for more information on Ontario secondary curriculum and their prerequisites

How long does it take to complete the CGG3O online course?

At Ontario Virtual School (OVS) you can complete an online highschool credit courses as quickly as 4 weeks, or take as long as 12 months.

Will my marks be sent directly to OUAC or OCAS?

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Learning how to succeed in hospitality and tourism is a good choice for those who want to travel and visit other countries as this subject can open up positions anywhere in the world.

You will gain transferable business skills that can easily be applied to other sectors, so if you ever want to change your career, you can do so easily. Many businesses rely on excellent customer service and this is one of the key topics of these programs. You can now start online, and finish on campus.

Why study hospitality and tourism at tsom.

The career-focused hospitality and tourism management programs offered by TSoM come with a range of study options. Each provides a combination of important fundamentals related to hospitality/tourism along with transferable business skills useful in every sector.

All programs combine theory with practice, ensuring students are fully prepared to meet the growing demands of the current job market.

TSoM also goes a step further than most by offering a co-op experience where students make full use of their academic studies within a suitable employment position. This co-op placement policy is one of our strongest USPs, ensuring that students gain real-life experience and, therefore, have a strong standing in the versatile hospitality and tourism sector. The experience also boosts your resume, helping you stand out among your contemporaries.

The programs ensure that you become proficient in all aspects of the hospitality and tourism industry, thus increasing your earning potential and offering you a strong foundation for career progression. Along with specialist knowledge, students gain industry-specific skills which are applicable in all job positions. Most of the programs are powered by innRoad, OPERA Property Management Cloud Service which offers a cloud-based and mobile-friendly platform of learning.  Many of the program are powered by Knowledge Matters’ Case Simulations Hospitality Collection. The Hospitality Collection offers students experiential learning on the fundamentals of hotel management and lodging operations via interactive, visually immersive simulations.

The expert faculty members at TSoM offer students a comprehensive insight into the hospitality and tourism sector, placing core emphasis on providing valuable customer-driven service. Their in-depth academic knowledge and extensive industry experience puts them in a good stead to guide students on applying their knowledge to relevant scenarios. At TSoM, we make learning an individual-centric experience where students can enjoy an interactive and conducive environment for growth.

TSoM hospitality and tourism programs

The hospitality & tourism management programs at TSoM cater to specific sets of requirements that will help you pursue different roles in the industry. Here is a list of diplomas that you can explore from:

This one-year program powered by innRoad and Knowledge Matters focuses on providing necessary skills for hotel management like teamwork, exceptional hospitality knowledge and more through theoretical knowledge along with supervised practical training. It is offered through 24 weeks of in-class and 24 weeks of co-op placement.

The two-year Co-op diploma imbibes fundamental skills to ensure that students are fully proficient to provide five-star service to customers at both national and international scales. The program consists of 42 weeks of in-class learning and 30 weeks of co-op placement.

The Diploma in International Hospitality Operations Management Co-op Program is a two-year program designed to prepare students for a career in a variety of roles in Hospitality Operations Management. Students will gain the knowledge and business skills required to be progressive leaders within the fast-paced global hospitality industry, with an emphasis on Canadian tourism.

This two-year advanced diploma is ideal for those aspiring to managerial positions in the field of hospitality and emphasises on core managerial capabilities like operational strategy and marketing. The program is powered by innRoad and Knowledge Matters. It equips students with enhanced managerial skills through 48 weeks of in-class learning and 24 weeks of co-op placement.

The two-year diploma equips you with efficient managerial techniques and customer service training. This program is powered by innRoad and Knowledge Matters. The program is offered across 48 weeks of in-class study and is currently available through a blended learning platform.

This 31-week program consists of 12 weeks of co-op placement in a related sector where you will learn hospitality management and associated skills from industry experts. The program is powered by innRoad and offered through 12 weeks of in-class learning and 12 weeks of co-op learning.

Eligibility requirements for hotel management courses in Toronto

Skills you will gain through hospitality & tourism management programs, hospitality and tourism jobs after program completion, how to apply for hospitality and tourism programs, faqs about hospitality and tourism, students keen on pursuing hospitality and tourism studies must meet the following program specific criteria:.

• Have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent or be at least 18 years of age and pass the Wonderlic test.
• Successful completion of TSoM EAP Level 4 or;
• Have the required IELTS 5.5 score or equivalent or;
• Pass the TSoM English Assessment (written on site or online with an exam invigilator)

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• Successful completion of TSoM EAP Level 2 or
• Have the required IELTS 4.5 score or equivalent or
• Pass the TSoM English Assessment (written onsite or online with an exam invigilator)
• Have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent or be at least 18 years of age and pass the Wonderlic test
• Successful completion of TSoM EAP Level 4 or
• Have the required IELTS 5.5 score or equivalent or
• Successful completion of TSoM EAP Level 3 or
• Have the required IELTS 5 score or equivalent or

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In order to successfully progress at Toronto School of Management (TSoM), it’s recommended that each student has access to a personal computer or laptop. TSoM offers access to computer labs on-campus, but availability cannot be guaranteed, and some program software may not be available on all open access computers.

Hospitality courses in Toronto will help you launch your career in the hospitality sector by enhancing your skills in the following areas:

• Organisational skills  – Hospitality and tourism requires you to accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment ensuring that all requests are met on time. This requires excellent organisational skills where you can plan and strategies operations without missing out on any important detail.
• Attention to   detail – There is little to no room for mistakes in the sector of hospitality and tourism and you are continuously supervised to ensure you deliver your to your best ability. Attention to detail should therefore be second nature to you, ensuring that you give your 100 and 10 per cent to the job at hand.
• Communication skills – Exceptional communication skills are pivotal to this sector as you will encounter new customers each day and confidence approaching them, and their issues is of high value in this field.
• Customer service  – Linked to the previous skill is the ability to impress your customers. You need to understand the needs of customers, ensuring they have a positive experience at your establishment.
• Time-management skill  – Time is of great value in the hospitality and tourism sector and you have to ensure that you stick to a schedule and finish each task within its specified time limit.

The hospitality and tourism industry offers a wide career scope with jobs ranging from entry to managerial level. Here is a list of roles that you could consider:

• Hotel manager – This role involves you supervising daily operations within the hotel and ensuring staff are performing their duties effectively. You have to plan and monitor each task and play the role of a central figure of reference for both staff and customers.
• Travel agent – Travel agents are responsible for booking trips abroad and provide valuable information and guidance on new locations, holiday activities, affordable hotels, flight booking and more.
• Executive chef – For those with exceptional culinary and management skills, this is the ideal job role for you. In addition to cooking delicious meals, the job requires creating menu plans, managing kitchen staff and supervising their activities, ensuring surplus is properly used and more.
• Event organiser – From selecting the venue to planning the event, negotiating with vendors and managing budget, the role of event organiser comes with a variety of responsibilities.
• Tourism officer – The job role is a unique blend of marketing, public relations and management with responsibilities ranging from managing finances and supervising staff to making business plans and preparing promotional material.

You can apply in 4 easy steps:

• Call us to get in touch with a student advisor
• Have all your questions answered
• Discuss program details and other related information
• Enroll with TSoM and start your program

Students keen to study their preferred blended program can choose among the following start dates .

Students pay their fees online via PayMyTuition, debit card, bank wire transfer, money order, certified cheque or bank transfer.

1. What skills can I gain from the hospitality and tourism program?

The program will give you theoretical and practical expertise on a range of skills which will include business acumen and soft skills. You will learn effective management, customer service, industry awareness and a plethora of transferable skills such as communication, multitasking, time-management, organisational skills and much more.

2. Can I apply for managerial posts after the program?

Our advanced diplomas prepare you for managerial positions by training you to take up leadership roles through effective techniques and an in-depth understanding of the industry. You get to learn from industry experts and get hands-on experience through the co-op learning model. Students who pursue this program are introduced to innRoad, an advanced cloud-based platform which equips them to be technologically efficient to succeed in managerial roles. This puts you ahead of the competition and gives you an added advantage when applying for more senior job roles in the hospitality and tourism domain.

3. What job roles can I opt for after completion of the program?

TSoM offers a variety of programs in the field of hospitality and tourism, each one preparing you to pick from a multitude of job roles based on your personal interest. Some popular job roles in this industry include: restaurant manager, guest relation officer, food and beverage server, marketing assistant, front desk manager, business and marketing analyst, event organiser, hotel manager or sales associate.

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Being a travel agent is a rewarding and exciting career.

Generally, travel agents either work from home or from a travel agency office. Whether you choose to be a home-based or agency-based agent, there are important certification requirements that you need to be aware of if you want to work and legally sell travel services in Ontario.

The travel industry in Ontario is regulated. The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) is Ontario’s travel regulator and administers the legislation that regulates the approximately 1,925 travel retailers, websites and travel wholesalers (tour operators) located and operating in the province.

Every person in Ontario who works for a retail travel agency and sells travel services or provides travel advice to the public must, by law, complete TICO’s Education Standards Program and obtain TICO certification. To learn more about the benefits of a career in travel sales, check out this video series .

Here are three steps to get started in the travel industry in Ontario:

STEP 1: Consider your training options    

Before obtaining your TICO certification, consider the various education and training options available to choose from. Completing one of these programs is not mandatory , but something to consider.

You can complete a travel and tourism program in person or online at several colleges or specialized tourism training institutes.  Having the proper training and credentials is extremely valuable and can help you be more successful in your career.

Please note : TICO does not endorse these programs. The below list is for informational purposes only.

In-person travel agent courses & certificate programs:

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• Travel College Canada

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• Stratford Career Institute

STEP 2: Pass the TICO Education Standards Exam

In Ontario, all travel agencies must be registered with  TICO. Before you can start selling travel services for one of these registered travel agencies, you have to pass the  TICO Education Standards Exam .   When you successfully pass the exam, you’ll be able to work at a TICO registered Ontario travel agency and sell travel services or provide travel advice to the public. For more information about the TICO Certification exam, click here .

STEP 3: Decide where you want to work!

When you’re a Certified Travel Counsellor, you can decide if you want to work from home as a home-based agent or if you would prefer to work in the office of a travel agency.

Speak to several different travel agencies to compare their policies to determine which arrangement is the best fit for you. Ensure that any company you’re considering working for in Ontario is a TICO registered travel agency. To look for one of the 2,000 currently registered travel agencies, use  TICO’s agency search tool .

The benefit of a career in the tourism industry is that you can choose how and where you want to work. Plus, you’ll be able to use your knowledge and experience to book adventures for your clients to travel the world. If you love to travel and enjoy being in sales, then a career as a travel industry professional could be right for you.

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Delivery:  At Seneca, courses are delivered in the following  formats : online, in-person, hybrid (an online, in-person combination) or flexible (offered in-person and online at the same time).

The chart below outlines the delivery options available for each course in this program. For some academic terms, there may be more than one delivery option available. You’ll be able to select your preferred options when building your course schedule during open enrolment.

Preferences  for course delivery will be considered on a first come, first served basis.

International students:  the impact of studying from outside of Canada and Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility differs significantly based on when you start your program. Please review the PGWP eligibility before choosing your program and course delivery.

Program Learning Outcomes

CGG3O Travel and Tourism: A Geographic Perspective

Travelling Like a Geographer

Making Travel and Tourism Sustainable

The Past, Present and Future of Tourism

The Challenge and Change of Travel and Tourism

Unit 1: Travelling Like a Geographer

In the first unit of this course, you will begin to explore what it means to travel like a geographer. To do so, you will practice utilizing a set of tools called the Inquiry Method and the Geographic Thinking Concepts. You will also begin to analyse tourism issues from the viewpoint of a variety of stakeholders.

In addition, you will look at some basic concepts of travel and tourism, including the types of destinations, types of tourism, modes of transportation, factors that influence your travel decision making, and items and resources people need when they travel.

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Unit 2: making travel and tourism sustainable.

As you move into the second unit of the course, you will consider the impact of tourism on different places around the world by looking at large-scale events, the different methods of protecting sites, and the impact of tourism on the lives and culture of the locals living in tourist areas.

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Unit 3: the past, present and future of tourism.

In this unit, you will look at a few different realms of tourism, beginning with the tourism opportunities that exist in your own home town. You will also look at how technology has changed the way people plan and travel, and will research and predict what travel will look like in the future.

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Unit 4: the challenge and change of travel and tourism.

In this unit, you will look at the different ways that tourism can be impacted by various environmental changes (natural disasters, pollution and environmental degradation), as well as ways in which tourism is connected to different Indigenous groups around the world. You will use knowledge gained throughout the course to look at a case study from a number of different stakeholder perspectives in order to look at the complexity of tourism issues.

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Unit 5: social science in action.

This final culminating activity asks you to do two things: reflect on your learning in the course; and apply what you have learned to the question about which has the greater influence on us: our nature (how we were born) or nurture (our environment and our experiences).

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Many people love to explore the world and go jet-setting for their own personal enjoyment, but perhaps you want to make it part of your career. Whether you have an interest in exploring other countries for work or are fascinated by aspects of the tourism industry, including the development or the socio-cultural impacts of tourism, our travel and tourism course could be the perfect place to start your learning.

The course has been designed in conjunction with industry professionals to deliver the best learning experience for you, launching your new dream career in the travel or tourism industry!

Explore our course breakdown below or enroll now to get started.

• Course Outline

When you enroll in our travel and tourism courses online, you will complete the following units of study:

• How Will You Benefit?

• Launch your new career in tourism or travel
• Take part in a course created by professionals who have worked in the travel and tourism industry
• Eliminate time spent travelling to in-person classes so you can spend more time learning online
• Learn at your own pace, without the pressure of keeping up with other students
• Get access to a personal tutor who can provide assistance and answer your questions
• Pay upfront to get a special 10% discount off the total course fee, or spread the cost via interest-free weekly payments

Enroll in our online travel and tourism courses today to start your new journey!

• Career Prospects

You could help other travel lovers to find their perfect destination, or you might wish to be more involved in making sure their holiday goes smoothly, as a customer service rep or hotel or tour manager, for example.

Industries and opportunities in the travel or tourism sector

With your travel and tourism diploma, you could gain a new job role within the following types of organizations:

• Domestic airlines
• International airlines
• Retail travel agencies
• Wholesale travel agents
• Regional tourist information services
• Tourism marketing consultancies
• Inbound tour operators
• Theme parks and tourist attractions
• Coach tour companies
• Cruise lines
• Conference and incentive travel tour coordinators.

Within these organizations, there are a range of job options and roles you can do. We’ve listed just a few examples below.

Air Cabin Crew A member of the air cabin crew is responsible for customer care on a flight. The role can include conducting safety checks, serving food and drink and making sure the passengers are content.

Hotel Manager A hotel manager generally oversees the day-to-day running of every department in the hotel, from front of house and housekeeping to budgeting and administration.

Tourism Officer Tourism officers are in charge of promoting tourism and encouraging tourist growth to a specific landmark, site, region or city (depending on who you work for).

Travel Agent From providing advice to customers on the available travel packages to giving holiday recommendations, the role of travel agent is a varied one. It mostly involves organizing and booking trips for excited holidaymakers-to-be.

Earning Potential

The earning potential of a travel and tourism consultant or manager depends greatly on the level of training and experience they have. Graduates can expect to earn $22,367 to $44,000 per annum. Travel and tourism managers at the more senior end of the industry can expect to earn more. Your experience, the size and location of the establishment you are working for will naturally influence how much you earn.

• Course Levels Explained

Completion of the travel and tourism course leads to either a Diploma or an Advanced Diploma, depending on the level you enroll at. The course content may differ slightly between these two levels. Learn more about the differences between the two levels below:

The Diploma qualification recognizes the graduate’s capacity for initiative and judgement across a broad range of technical and management functions. Diploma holders typically have personal responsibility and autonomy (semi-independence) in performing technical operations or organizing others in the workplace.

Advanced Diploma

The Advanced Diploma allows the graduate to apply a significant range of principles and techniques across various contexts and functions. Graduates can expect to be involved in significant judgments, planning, and leadership / guidance functions related to workplace products, services, operations or procedures.

• Prerequisites

There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into any course level. Graduates can expect higher course levels to result in higher potential salary, positions and skill capabilities.

• Course Length

The average time within which students complete their studies is:

However, as you can learn at your own pace and dip into the course according to your own schedule, these time periods are flexible. In fact, you have up to three years to complete your course once you’ve started.

• Study Mode: Online Learning

This travel and tourism course is carried out entirely online, with no need to travel or attend physical classes. This is also known as distance learning or correspondence learning and can be extremely beneficial. You can work your classes around other commitments including family or work, and you can take the course in your own time whenever you have a spare moment.

Unlike courses by other providers, which can be dull or irrelevant, we’ve incorporated as much interesting and practical material into our travel course as possible so it’s a worthwhile investment for you.

• Recognition & Accreditation

The courses we offer don’t just teach you theoretical knowledge but practical skills, too, that you can take with you and apply in your new career or job role. Our industry professionals will help to make the courses as ‘hands-on’ as possible, and they’re always willing to assist you when you need it.

Already in the Profession or Industry?

Already have a travel or tourism qualification, or work in the industry? Our course may still be suitable for you if you wish to expand your existing knowledge and widen your horizons. This can be done via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), and it may help you to gain a promotion, get a new position for another company or contribute to your professional development. Plus, the course fees can be claimed as a tax deduction if the course connects to your current work activities.

• What Do I Get?

All the materials you need to complete our online travel and tourism course are included in the course fee. Once you enroll, you will receive:

• All required study materials and course notes
• Assignment projects with constructive tutor feedback
• A tutor who will answer all your course and career questions and provide guidance

• A graduation certificate officially recognising your successful completion of studies and qualifications as a travel and tourism consultant, manager or operator
• Transcripts indicating the units completed
• A letter of recommendation and validation for current and future employers
• Post-nominal letters placed after your name which indicate that you hold the relevant qualification (for example: John Smith, DipTT)
• Job search assistance: discover more about our Graduate Career Services Programme
• Cut Off Date

Friday, 3rd May 2024 is the next enrollment cut off date. Places are limited, in demand and entry into the course is on a first come first served basis.

Your enrollment is processed and acknowledged within 24 hours of the Institute receiving your application. You can expect to receive your course within days of enrolling. When you start your ICI course it’s at your own pace and you determine when you finish.

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