College Diploma - Tourism - Travel Services Management (TT211)

Humber’s Tourism – Travel Services Management diploma program will provide students with the experience and skills they need to thrive in this exciting industry both at home and abroad,

Humber's program provides dynamic experiential learning balanced with an academic curriculum that adapts to ever-evolving tourism industry-specific desired skills and technological needs. Paying attention to what the industry and Humber's partners require ensures that their sought-after graduates are ready to meet the demands of the modern workplace. During the four semesters of study students can: • participate in local field trips allowing for hands-on exploration of a variety of tourism and travel products and adventures • network with industry professionals and alumni during guest lectures and events • complete an industry placement, applying acquired tourism knowledge to real-world situations and gaining valuable work experience • benefit from Humber’s affiliation with international educational institutions providing student exchange programs and semester or summer abroad studying opportunities • strengthen their resume with desirable industry-relevant certifications including TICO (Travel Industry Council of Ontario) and CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) accreditation • learn from well-connected faculty who teach with passion and innovation, enhancing a learner's critical thinking, creative problem solving, and communication/presentation skills while using current case-study examples

In fourth semester, students participate in a comprehensive unpaid work placement. Opportunities include positions with airlines, retail travel agencies, tour operators and destination management companies. Work experience allows students to apply gained in-class knowledge and skills to real tourism industry scenarios which helps prepare them for their future careers. Humber's internship co-ordinator provides direction and assistance to secure a placement.