Which Course Is Best In Tourism Management?

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Last Updated : March 5, 2024

The Tourism Management Courses are the best. These courses have the following qualities: 

  • They prepare you for the workplace 
  • They equip you with skills that are valued by employers 
  • They prepare you for entrepreneurship 
  • They sharpen your current skills 
  • They have no exams 
  • They are easy and quick to complete 
  • You earn a qualification when you complete them
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What Is A Tourism Management Course?

Tourism Management Courses is a Short course designed by Matric College to equip you with a set of skills that prepare you for employment and entrepreneurship. This course is not registered with a professional body. However, it is meant to give an opportunity to students to find a start on advancing their lives.

Where Can I Study Tourism?

You can study a Tourism course at Matric College. We offer the Tourism Management Courses. These courses will equip you with the skills you need to qualify to work in the Tourism field. Matric College is a distance learning institution. This means that we offer our courses to you while you study from home. However, distance learning is made easy at Matric College because we provide you with the tools you need to pass. Which are: 

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How Many Years Is A Tourism Course?

It takes four (4) to twelve (12) months to complete the Tourism Management Courses at Matric College.

What Subjects Do I Need To Study Tourism?

You do not need any specific subjects to study the Tourism Management courses at Matric College. There is no background knowledge required. Our Tourism Management subjects will equip you with the relevant skills you need to succeed in the Tourism field.

Why Should I Choose Tourism Course?

You should choose the Tourism Management courses because of the following reasons:

  • You will be able to find work anywhere in the world 
  • You will get a chance to visit different places 
  • You can open your own travelling agency 
  • You meet new people often 
  • You earn a good salary 
  • You may receive money as a form of gratitude from people travelling 
  • Your work makes people feel excited 
  • You feel good about what you do 
  • You may learn interesting things about different cultures and places
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What Do Tourism Students Do?

Students who are studying Tourism do the following: 

  • They learn how to manage people 
  • They learn how to handle finances 
  • They learn about different places  
  • They learn business language 
  • They learn how to communicate well
  • They learn how to administer first aid 
  • They learn about labour relations

Is Tourism Course Easy?

All courses are demanding. However, Tourism Management courses are easy to study at Matric College. This is because we have different academic support that we offer to our students. We ensure that you experience quality learning through the following: 

  • Tutors
    There are tutors available to assist you in your course assessments. They can be reached from Monday to Friday, from 08:00 am to 05:00 pm. If you have any questions regarding your course assessments, they can help you have a better understanding. 
  • Course Experts
    We know that you may need detailed information on the course you have chosen. This is why we have Course Experts to help you find that detailed information so that you can understand the course you are doing better. 
  • Study material
    When you register with Matric College as our student, we send you the study material. This is delivered to your home five (5) to seven (7) days after registration. Your study material includes textbooks and guides that help you study better. You may also use them to answer your open book assignments.
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Does Tourism Have Maths?

No, Tourism Management offered at Matric College does not have Mathematics. The subjects in the Tourism Management courses are related to Tourism. These include subjects such as: 

  • Business English 
  • Customer Satisfaction 

If you do not do well with Mathematics, you can still study the course.

Which Subjects Are In Tourism Management?

The following subjects are found in the Tourism Management courses. 

  • Introduction to Business English
  • Tourism Management
  • Tourism Management ™-101
  • First Aid Concepts
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Office Management

Introduction to Business English

You learn how to speak like a business professional and how to handle business issues.

Tourism Management

You learn about different places, cultures and historical events.

Tourism Management TM-101

You learn more about travelling, people, cultures and historical events.

First-Aid Concepts

You learn how to administer first aid and remain calm in hectic situations.

Customer Satisfaction

You learn how to satisfy customer expectations.

Office Management

You learn how to manage an office. This includes the staff and office tools.

What Can I Do After Studying Tourism?

This is what you can do after studying Tourism:

  • Open a business
    You can open a guest house and hire employees to work for you and this way, you work as the Guest House Owner or Manager. When people are travelling to different places, they can stay at your Guest House.
  • Find work
    When you have completed a Tourism career at Matric College, you can look for work. You can work as a: 
    • Guest House Manager
    • Guest House Administrator
    • Hotel/Lodge Receptionist
    • Guest House Assistant Manager
    • Room Attendant
    • Housekeeper
    • Tour Guard
    • Travel Agent

How Do You Become A Guest House Manager?

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How Much Do Tourism Managers Earn

R 13 458 per month

A Guest House Manager earns approximately R 13 458 per month in South Africa.

Source: Indeed

Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Amy Venter
Date Published: May 24, 2022