Overview
B.Voc. Tourism Management (Bachelor of Vocation in Tourism Management) is a 3 to 4-year undergraduate programme in hospitality and tourism (tourism management (vocational)). It covers skill-based training in tour operations, travel desk work, ticketing and tourism services, with industry internships.
Course Details
- Level: Undergraduate (UG)
- Duration: 3-4 years
B.Voc. Tourism Management is listed as a 3 to 4-year programme. Confirm the structure with the institute.
Eligibility
10+2 from a recognised board with English as a subject, with the minimum marks set by the institute (some institutes accept any stream, while others ask for specific subjects).
Admission
Admission is through CUET (UG) for many central and state universities, state or university tests (for example the MAH BHMCT CET for BHMCT in Maharashtra), the institute's own tests or merit. Check each institute's notice.
Registration & Recognition
There is no statutory licence for hospitality, tourism or culinary graduates. Certain activities need licences or approvals (for example travel agents and tour operators register with the Ministry of Tourism or state bodies, and food businesses follow FSSAI rules). Check that the institute is recognised by the university, NCHM or the relevant board.
What You Will Learn
The programme covers skill-based training in tour operations, travel desk work, ticketing and tourism services, with industry internships.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include hotels, resorts and restaurants, airlines and airports, cruise lines, travel and tour companies, event and wedding companies, food and catering businesses, tourism departments and your own venture.
Career Options
Graduates can work as travel desk or tour executive, tourism assistant, or travel entrepreneur. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to an M.Sc/MHM/MHMCT/MTTM or an MBA in hospitality or tourism, specialised culinary or hospitality diplomas, hospitality jobs in India and abroad, or your own venture.
Good to Know
B.Voc. is a skill-based degree under the National Skills Qualifications Framework; structure and exit points vary by university. Industrial training or internships in hotels, restaurants or travel companies are an important part of the programme.