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Summary

Course Name : Bachelor in Travel and Tourism

Eligibility : 10 + 2 or equivalent in any stream

Programme fees : 36,000/- Per Annum

FAQ

Tourism and Hospatility

Introduction of the Sector

The travel and tourism industry, along with the related sectors contributing to it, is expected to grow in leaps and bounds in the coming years. A job in this industry can be highly exciting and adventurous and even pays well. Though it was slow to take off in this country, the government's initiatives in this field are uncovering a bright future for those who want to make a career in this field. The hospitality industry is one of the key drivers of growth among the service sector in India. The growth in the hospitality sector and its contributions to the GDP will continue to be substantially higher than other sectors of the economy on the back of huge tourism potential in the country.

Bachelor in Travel and Tourism

Programme Introduction

The course defines Tourism. The concepts and principles of tourism industry History, growth and development of Tourism (Historical References) Motivators of tourism, Types of tourism-categories of tourists.

Eligibility for Admission

The eligibility for admission to Bachelor in Travel and Tourism shall be 10+2 or equivalent, in any stream.

Career Prospects/Job Role

The employment opportunities visualised for Bachelor in Travel and Tourism are Tourist Assistant, Travel Agent, Tour Guide, Tour & Travel Management, Event Management, Entrepreneurship in tourism industries and Hotel Assistant.

Knowledge provider for skill training

The Indian Hotels P. Ltd. (Taj), Ibis Accor and India Tourism Mumbai (Ministry of Tourism - Government of India)

Semester-wise Listing of Courses

SEMESTER I			SEMESTER II
Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Course Code	Course Name	Credits
GE 1.1	Functional English	2	GE 2.1	Communication Skills	2
GE 1.2	Computing Skills and Digital Literacy	2	GE 2.2	Environmental Studies and Sustainability	2
TT 1.1	Introduction to Tourism	2	TT 2.1	Tourism Geography	2
TT 1.2	Modes of Transport	2	TT 2.2	Travel Agency and Tour Operations - I	2
TT 1.3	Tourism resources and Products - I	2	TT 2.3	Accommodation Sector	2
TT ST1	Skill Training	12	TT ST2	Skill Training	12
CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC	CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC


SEMESTER III			SEMESTER IV
Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Course Code	Course Name	Credits
GE 3.1	Financial Literacy	2	GE 4.1	Design Thinking	2
GE 3.2	Basics of Legal and HR Practices	2	GE 4.2	Organizational Behaviour	2
TT 3.1	Tourism Resources and Products - II	2	TT 4.1	Passenger Ground Service	2
TT 3.2	Travel Agency and Tour Operations - II	2	TT 4.2	Marketing	2
TT 3.3	Fare Construction	2	TT 4.3	Guiding Skills	2
TT ST3	Skill Training	12	TT ST4	Skill Training	12
CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC	CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC


SEMESTER V			SEMESTER VI
Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Course Code	Course Name	Credits
GE 5.1	Health and Wellness	2	GE 6.1	Entrepreneurship	2
GE 5.2	Personal Grooming	2	GE 6.2	Employment Readiness	2
TT 5.1	Tourism Demand and Supply	2	TT 6.1	World Geography and popular destinations	2
TT 5.2	Tourism Marketing	2	TT 6.2	Entrepreneurship in Tourism	2
TT 5.3	New Concepts in Tourism	2	TT 6.3	Impacts of Tourism	2
TT ST5	Skill Training	12	TT ST6	Skill Training	12
CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC	CDPNE	*Domain Practicum	NC

*Domain Practicum- “Compulsory and Non-Credit, non-evaluative component"

The Skill Training component is 50% to 60% ranging from 600 hours to 720 hours per year depending upon the industry requirement

Programme fees: Rs. 36,000/-per annum
Examination fees: Rs. 1,600/- per semester and Rs. 3,200 per annum
Caution Deposit (Refundable): Rs.5000
Convocation Fees: Rs.2000/- (In absentia Rs.2500/-)