Program description
Learn about the intersection of tourism, and management and how to influence positive social change through the Bachelor of Arts in Global Tourism Management.
You'll gain key skills to advance your career through experiences that range from creating, managing and working in a tourism business to learning about topics such as destination management, tourism attractions, museums and events.
Get a local and international perspective by exploring breath taking tourism destinations right in British Columbia’s own backyard.
And build industry connections, while you study with a group of global learners. Your instructors and classmates will become part of your worldwide network.
Gain a competitive edge and career experience through a three-month internship in Canada or abroad. And expand your international experience with optional semesters abroad. Learn about our multiple program delivery options, including our 16-month completion option for eligible students.
Program outcomes
Once you graduate, you'll have developed a set of skills and a deep understanding of the issues that drive the tourism industry.
You'll graduate with the following:
Global awareness — You'll learn to analyze and assess the impact of global issues facing tourism managers and how tourism initiatives can impact communities. At the same time, you'll learn to apply sustainable management techniques, build community resilience and develop your multicultural sensitivity.
Knowledge - While learning approaches to human resource management, you'll develop an understanding of strategic planning for a tourism enterprise. You'll also learn the principles of tourism marketing and event management.
Critical thinking and problem solving — Using case study scenarios and conceptual models, you'll learn critical analysis, data interpretation and business research skills highly valued in tourism.
Effective communication — You'll create written materials and oral presentations, participate in class discussions, and improve computer, internet and communications skills.
Leadership and collaboration — You'll learn how to lead teams through group assignments and activities, and hone your skills needed to be an effective team member in a variety of situations.
You'll be able to successfully apply what you learn to your career, anywhere in the world.