Why study this course with us?
  • In your first year you will gain an understanding of the global business environment and develop fundamental management skills in marketing, people and organisations, finance and entrepreneurship.
  • In year two, you will translate this business knowledge into making key decisions and consider the different ways businesses operate around the world. You will also start to shape your career path by choosing an aspect of business and a work placement that suits your personal interests and ambitions.
  • You will also have an opportunity to undertake an additional year-long placement which really brings your course to life and may enhance your graduate employment prospects. You may even have a year studying Business and Management abroad in Europe, North America, Asia or Australasia.
  • Your final year is even more tailored towards giving you the competitive edge you need to enter the area of business you want. You will carry out an original supervised research project into a subject you select and complete a module designed to maximise individual professional success.Ê
  • Most of what you study will be anchored to todayÕs business world but supporting you to challenge assumptions and make relevant management decisions. By referring to top companies and emerging sectors such as cognitive science, financial innovation and data analytics you will be well placed to focus and develop your career.
  • Studying International Tourism Management at Chester offers an excellent place to study, here are a few reason why:
  • We have excellent employability rankings.
  • Our Tourism team are student focused, and bring a wealth of experience to their teaching.
  • Chester is a thriving tourism destination and attracts over 8 million visitors per year - a living case study.
  • Field trips play an important part in the course.
  • Industry guest speakers are regularly invited to share their tourism expertise with students.
  • We hold Recognised University Status with the Insitute of Travel and Tourism.
  • We are members of Tourism Concern, and are passionate about sustainable and responsible tourism management.

Job prospects

Our programmes are accredited by the Tourism Management Insitute (TMI) and the Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) and these professional bodies bring a wealth of networking opportinities for our students.

Our graduates include experts in:

  • Destination Marketing & Development;
  • Luxury Tour Operations;
  • Social Media & Digital Marketing;
  • Hotel & Events Management;
  • Airlines;
  • Visitor Attractions;
  • Heritage & Cultural Organisations.