BSc (Hons) Business and Tourism Management with Foundation Year

This Business and Tourism Management course helps you develop the knowledge and skills needed for a career in the tourism industry. You’ll learn how tourism businesses operate, explore sustainable and responsible tourism practices, and build practical skills in management, leadership, and problem-solving for a wide range of career opportunities.

This Business and Tourism Management programme is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for a successful career in the tourism and business sectors.

Throughout the course, you will explore how tourism organisations operate and how the industry responds to economic, environmental, and social changes. You will develop an understanding of key areas including business management, leadership, entrepreneurship, customer experience, sustainable tourism, and the ethical responsibilities of the travel industry.

The programme helps you build practical skills in communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic thinking, preparing you for a wide range of career opportunities. You will learn how businesses meet customer needs, manage challenges, and create sustainable solutions in a changing global environment. By the time you graduate, you will be prepared for roles in tourism management, business operations, entrepreneurship, or further study.
Applicants Must be Aged 18+ and:

Have a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to either 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points).

Have the following English and Maths qualification: GCSE grade 4/C or CEFR B1.

Be assessed via an interview for listening, speaking, and writing (more details shown in ‘Next steps’ section).

Applicants Aged 21+:

We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.
Tourism Manager

Travel Consultant

Destination Marketing Executive

Hotel Manager

Events Coordinator

Visitor Attraction Manager

Tourism Development Officer

Business Development Executive

Customer Experience Manager

Operations Manager

Hospitality Manager

Marketing Executive

Tour Operations Coordinator

Conference and Events Manager

Entrepreneur in the Tourism and Hospitality Sector

Modules

Year 0 (Foundation)

Academic Skills for Higher Education

Business and Ethical Awareness in the Tourism Workplace

Introduction to Communication and Digital Skills

Introduction to the Tourism Industry

Understanding the Tourist

Foundation Year Project

Year 1:

Business Environment

Fundamentals of Business Finance

Organisational Behaviour

Tourism and Society

Tourism Marketing Principles

Tourism Product Management and Industry Analysis

Year 2:

Entrepreneurship in Tourism

Human Resource Management

Introduction to Research Methods

Principles of Operations Management

Tourism Contemporary Issues

Tourism Impacts and Sustainable Development

Year 3:

Destination Management

Global Strategic Management

Leadership and Change

Research Methods 2

Dissertation

Please note: The modules listed are those currently offered and may change through our ongoing review processes. However, the core learning outcomes and themes will remain similar.

Location

London (Greenford UB6 0HE, Stratford E15 2JA, Stratford E15 2SN, East India E14 2BE, Olympic Park E3 2SE)

Leeds (LS1 3DL, LS1 5RD, LS1 4AP)

Birmingham (B5 4EG, B5 5SE)

Manchester (M12 6JH)

Please note that the campuses and locations listed are subject to availability and may change at any time. For the latest information, please get in touch with us and we will be happy to assist.

FAQs

No. All of our services are completely free. From your initial consultatioin through to application support and admission, we’ll guide you every step of the way at no cost.
Yes. We work with a range of recognised and respected higher education institutions, and the qualifications they offer are widely recognised both in the UK and internationally.
Our consultations are free and designed to help you find the right course for your goals. We'll discuss your interests, career ambitions, previous qualifications, and any relevant experience to recommend the most suitable study options for you.
Not necessarily. Many of our partner institutions offer flexible study options to suit different lifestyles. Depending on the course, you may be able to study during weekdays, evenings, weekends, online, or through a blend of in-person and independent learning. If you're working or have other commitments, our team can help you find a course that fits your schedule.

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