The Diploma in Travel and Tourism gives you a good insight into a number of industries that fall into two main sectors: travel & tourism and passenger transport. Communication, teamwork, customer service and 'people skills' are important here. By working both individually and in teams, you'll become confident in dealing with customers. There are 8 main topics in the Advanced Diploma:

Destinations: You'll look at the impact and ethics of tourism and how social and cultural features are used to attract tourists.

Changes and trends: You'll look at socio-economic and technological changes and their impact on travel choice.

Images and perception: You'll look at the role and influence of destination management organisations and the concept of 'image'.

Producs and services: You'll look at ideas for business start-ups and use project planning techniques.

The UK travel and tourism sector: You'll study socio-cultural awareness in a global context and leadership and communication styles.

Political and economic influences: You'll explore the role of governments, agencies, trade and professional bodies.

Environmental influences: You'll look at what is meant by environmentally-friendly tourism and the impact of transport on the environment.

Technology in the sector: You'll invstigate the new digital channels of distribution, key software and the impact of technology on transport developments.

What will a Diploma in Travel & Tourism lead to?
A Diploma in Travel & Tourism will give you the skills you need for either university or work, and is a first step towards a career in the sector.
It could lead you to a university degree in travel & tourism operations and management, transport planning, air traffic control, adventure tourism, business studies or hospitality. Alternatively, you might take a job with training or an Apprenticeship as, say, a retail travel consultant, resort representative, call centre team member, business travel assistant or airport information assistant.

However the Diploma in Travel & Tourism doesn't mean you have to choose a career in this sector. Because a Diploma teaches a mix of subjects, it will give you the skills that will be welcomed by colleges, universities and employers, no matter what you choose to do.

For more information about Travel & Tourism Sector Skills Councils please visit the following website:
People 1st - www.people1st.co.uk

 

For more information on Society, Health & Development job sector, please visit World of Work Black Country website.

 

For more information about Diplomas please visit the Direct.Gov website