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B.A. Travel & Tourism Management

About the Department

The Department of Travel & Tourism Management at Cheran Arts Science College aims to develop skilled professionals for the rapidly growing tourism and hospitality industry. The department focuses on providing comprehensive knowledge in tourism management, travel operations, hospitality services, and destination management. The programme combines theoretical learning with practical exposure, enabling students to understand the functioning of tourism organizations, travel agencies, airlines, and hospitality sectors. The department encourages students to develop communication skills, cultural awareness, and customer service excellence required in global tourism environments.

Our Vision

To become a leading centre for tourism education by developing competent professionals capable of contributing to the growth of the tourism and hospitality industry.

Our Mission

  • To provide quality education in travel, tourism, and hospitality management.
  • To develop professional and communication skills required in service industries.
  • To promote practical learning through industry interaction and field exposure.
  • To encourage entrepreneurship in tourism-related sectors.
  • To prepare students for global career opportunities in tourism and hospitality.

Programme Overview

The B.A. Travel & Tourism Management programme provides students with in-depth knowledge of tourism principles, travel operations, hospitality management, and tourism marketing. The course focuses on developing managerial and operational skills required in tourism-related industries. Students gain exposure to travel planning, tour operations, event management, and customer relationship management. The programme also enhances interpersonal skills and cultural understanding, preparing students for careers in national and international tourism sectors.

  • Fundamentals of Tourism
  • Travel Agency and Tour Operations
  • Tourism Geography
  • Hospitality Management
  • Tourism Marketing
  • Airline and Airport Management
  • Event Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Tourism Planning and Development
  • Project Work and Industrial Training

The curriculum is designed as per Bharathiar University guidelines and aligned with current industry requirements.

Students gain practical exposure through field visits, industry interaction programmes, tourism surveys, and project-based learning. Practical training includes itinerary planning, tour package design, event coordination, and hospitality service management. Guest lectures by industry professionals and educational tours provide real-time exposure to tourism operations and management practices.

  • Airline Ticketing & Reservation Systems
  • Hospitality Service Training
  • Communication & Personality Development
  • Event Management Basics
  • Foreign Language Basics (Introductory Level)
  • Customer Service Excellence Training

These value-added programmes enhance professional skills and improve employability in tourism and hospitality sectors.

Graduates of B.A. Travel & Tourism Management have diverse career opportunities such as:

  • Travel Consultant
  • Tour Operator
  • Airline Customer Service Executive
  • Tourism Officer
  • Event Coordinator
  • Hotel & Resort Executive
  • Tourism Entrepreneur
  • Destination Manager

Students can also pursue higher studies such as MBA (Tourism), M.A. Tourism Management, or hospitality-related programmes.

The department is supported by qualified faculty members with expertise in tourism studies, hospitality management, and service industry practices. Faculty members focus on experiential learning, industry interaction, and skill development to prepare students for professional careers. Continuous mentoring and academic guidance ensure overall development of students.