Travel & Tourism

It has become an undeniable fact that Travel and Tourism industry is growing manifold. Globalization is the prime reason behind the imperial growth of this sector. Travel and Tourism is available in every country; however, some countries have more share of it in their economy, such as Dubai, Thailand, Kenya and Switzerland. This industry is the only large industry which gets a huge amount of foreign exchange. This sector gives business to other countries and also profits form the countries own travel and tourism sector. This sector includes the government tourism departments, immigration, airline booking, tourists guide, hotels, etc.

Being a service industry those working in travel and tourism have to serve the clients those who are on vacation, business or away from home. Depending on the type or purpose of the travel the packages also vary. Working in this reverent industry involves dealing directly or indirectly with people.

Key to Success

To be successful in Travel & tourism you should have/ develop:

Enthusiastic nature
Liking of history, art and culture
Ability to adapt to varied and/or difficult circumstances
Interest in travelling
Ability to work diligently

Scope and Opportunities

India is now gearing up in the travel and tourism sector. With the growth of travel and tourism across the globe there is great demand for this field across the globe. There are wide opportunities for those who wish to go around the world. There is tremendous growth in this sector.

If you have the capacity to work hard along with required fitness then you can gradually head your own travel agency. There are great opportunities open in the foreign land as well.

Lifestyle & Social Status

Travel around the globe
There is loads of pressure during the vacation season
Long working hours
Hospitality

Job Profile

Tourism Department: Reservation and bookings, marketing staff, Tour Planners and Tour guides. Give detailed information off the destination chosen by their client

Airlines: As an air hostess, traffic assistant, ground staff, etc.

Tour Operators: Organize tours, take the tourists around the place, take care of their stay and food, etc.

Travel Agencies

Hotels
Transport

Skill sets

Good communication & Presentation skills
Managerial skills
Problem solving

Work Value

Self responsibility
Teamwork
Sense of responsibility

Current Job Scenario

As a fresher you start up with Rs. 10,000/- PM but with experience you can earn upto Rs. 50,000/- PM
Regional guides: Their charges may range from Rs400 and above for an eight hour day. They may earn between 30,000-40,000 Rs or more in the three to four months of the tourist peak season.

Top Recruiters

TCI
Kesari Travels
Cox and Kings

Course Synopsis

Course Options	Diploma in Tourism	B.A Tourism	M.A Tourism
Academic Eligibility	An intermediate (10+2) in any discipline	An intermediate (10+2) in any discipline	Bachelor Degree in any Discipline
Fees	Rs 25000	Rs 23000 – Rs 30000	Rs 35000 – Rs 40000
Overall expenditure in Metro	Rs. 1.75 Lakhs to Rs. 2 Lakhs	Rs. 2 Lakhs to Rs. 2.5 Lakhs	Rs. 1.75 Lakhs to Rs. 2 Lakhs
Overall expenditure in Tier-1	Rs. 1 – Rs. 1.5 Lakhs	Rs. 1.25 – Rs. 1.75 Lakhs	Rs. 1 – Rs. 1.5 Lakhs
Overall expenditure in Tier-2	Rs. 50K – Rs. 70K	Rs. 70K – Rs. 1.1 Lakhs	Rs. 50K – Rs. 70K
Duration	1-2 Years	3 Years	2 Years
Mode	Regular	Regular	Regular
Approved	IGNOU	AICTE	AICTE
Affiliation	Respective Universities	Respective Universities	Respective Universities
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