Travel and tourism is the fastest growing industry in the world.
It has been estimated by the World Tourism Organisation that around
one job in ten depends upon tourism, which includes holidaymakers
and business visitors. It is only through organised and structured
training that the industry can meet these expectations. CTHCM Management
Programmes have been awarded HCIMA Endorsement. All learners are
eligible for Affiliate Membership of the HCIMA and learners who successfully
complete the CTHCM Advanced Diploma programmes are eligible to apply
for Associate (AHCIMA) membership.
Course Aims |
The Diploma in Travel Agency Management
aims to provide students with a broad understanding of the
operational aspects of the international tourism industry,
together with a knowledge of the basic principles which underpin
the industry.
The course is designed to prepare students for careers in all
aspects of the vast and varied industry, from commercial tour
operation to governmental oversight of national tourism activity.
The Syllabi are carefully developed and updated on a regular
basis to ensure their relevance to the actual career environment. |
Course
Market |
Students wishing to prepare for careers in the specialised
field of
Travel Agency Management
may choose to undertake this specially developed
programme. Both business and leisure travel will continue to
grow, ensuring excellent opportunities for those with the right
skills.
CTHCM Management programmes are designed to offer broad equivalency
to the first and second years of a
British University Degree. As such the scope of training
is essentially supervisory and strategic rather than routine
skills based. Graduates of CTHCM management programmes typically
aspire to trainee management roles or direct entry to the final
stages of a University Bachelor’s Degree.
The CTHCM Diploma and Advanced Diploma programmes are recognised
by major organisations in the hospitality and tourism industries
as suitable for employment at supervisory and management level.
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Course Structure |
All Ten modules
are compulsory
| DTM101 |
Travel Geography |
| DTM111 |
The Tourism
Industry |
| DTM121 |
Business
Computing |
| DTM131 |
Travel Agency
& Tour Guide Operations |
| DTM171 |
Introduction
to Business Operations |
| DTM191 |
Finance for
the Travel Industry |
| DTM181 |
Marketing |
| VA1 |
Virgin Atlantic/GTMC
Fares and Ticketing - Level 1 |
VA2 |
Virgin Atlantic/GTMC
Fares and Ticketing - Level 2 |
| GAPRO |
Galileo Computer
Reservation System (GDS) |
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Duration |
The Course is
for duration of 12 Months Full-time with examinations held
three times a year. The course includes 9 Months of Classroom
based study and 3 Months of Work Placement.
This programme has been devised on the basis that students
will attend a course of study of not less than 450 hours. Private
study will be required over and above this figure.
Full-time students have to attend 18 hours
of tutor led classroom study each week and are required to
spend atleast 10 hours per week in self-study and completing
assignments, totalling to atleast 28 hours of Guided Learning
Hours per week. |
Assessment |
CTHCM examinations are held three times a year. Diploma papers
are set and marked to the level of the first year of
a UK Degree programme. The examinations are set and
marked externally. Each of the modules has a 2 1/2 hour examination,
set and marked by CTHCM.
Candidates for the CTHCM examinations must, at the time of
entry, be undertaking (or have just completed) the respective
course, and be a member of CTHCM.
Examination Results & Certificates:
Each candidate will receive a record of performance in one
of four grades for each component of the examination.
The grades are:
- Distinction
- Credit
- Pass &
- Fail
Formal certificates are awarded to those candidates who achieve
a Pass grade or above in all components of their examination. |
CTHCM Registration |
All students can register as Student
Member. This classification is for those who have
enrolled on a CTHCM course. All students studying the Diploma
or Advanced Diploma Management Programmes are required to
become student members of CTHCM. The annual membership fee
can be found on the CTHCM website
All applications for student membership must be made through
the College. The college holds copies of the form and will
be able to advice on the fee payable at the time of registration.
Upon acceptance, students will receive a letter confirming
their student membership status and their individual registration
number.
Associate Member (AMCTHCM) is awarded to
those who have passed or been exempted from the Diploma level
examination. Holders of equivalent qualifications acceptable
to the Confederation may also be granted Associate Membership.
All learners on CTHCM Diploma programmes are eligible for Affiliate
Membership of the HCIMA and learners
who successfully complete the CTHCM Advanced Diploma programmes
are eligible to apply for Associate (AHCIMA) membership.
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Entry Requirements |
No specific pre-qualifications
are required, although it is desirable to have completed formal
secondary education.
The selection of students for courses at Diploma level is at
the discretion of the College.
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Exemptions |
Students may be granted exemption from some or all components,
but in the event of total exemption from a particular level,
no certificate/diploma will be awarded. Exemptions are given
for study on a particular course at a particular time.
CTHCM views exemptions on an individual basis and evidence
of an award and transcript will normally be required. Exemptions
are unlikely to be considered unless supported by documentary
evidence of relevant achievement. There is an exemption fee,
which must be paid before consideration of the exemption.
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