Delve into the social, economic, and environmental impacts of tourism in Canada and around the world.
In Tourism Development at Waterloo, you'll discuss the latest issues and trends with internationally recognized professors, and you’ll learn how to plan, manage, and fund tourism experiences in environmentally and culturally sensitive ways. And you’ll do it at a university ranked #1 in Canada for hospitality and leisure management.
Today, tourism is the world's largest industry, accounting for 1 in 10 jobs on the planet. So it’s no surprise that the demand has never been higher for people who can manage and protect tourism destinations — people like Waterloo Tourism Development grads.
Co-op
By alternating school terms and paid co-op work terms throughout your degree, you can explore new career areas and types of employers as your career interests evolve.
What can you do with a degree in Tourism Development?
As a graduate, you’ll be well prepared for careers developing, implementing, and evaluating tourism experiences and events in Canada and around the world. Possible careers you could pursue with a degree in Tourism Development include.
tourism development manager
marketing executive in the travel industry
outdoor activities/education manager
regional tourism director
tourism development planner
economic development: tourism sector/ development planning
international travel advisor/manager
hotel/hospitality
While the full range of further education depends on your individual interests, graduates who pursue a master's, PhD, or other professional program often continue their education in tourism or business (MBA).