Business Administration – Tourism Management
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REGISTERCreate remarkable experiences and surround guests with the sights and sounds of adventure.
Build specialized business skills and explore the exciting and ever-changing world of tourism management.
Business Administration – Tourism Management is a specialization program. Students interested in this program must apply to and complete the first common term of the Business Administration program.
Manitoba’s tourism industry is vibrant and diverse, spanning a wide range of sectors that not only drive economic growth but also enrich our communities. If you’re looking for a career that’s creative, dynamic and full of opportunity, tourism could be the perfect path for you.
The Business Administration – Tourism Management program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in this exciting field. Through a blend of engaging coursework, hands-on projects and expert instruction, you’ll become a versatile professional ready to meet the demands of a fast-paced industry.
Tourism touches many areas – events, accommodations, tours, attractions, community planning, economic development and more. That’s why this program combines a strong foundation in business with specialized training in tourism and event management, helping you build the leadership and management skills that employers value.
By the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to step confidently into the tourism industry. Whether your passion lies in special events, cultural tourism or community development, this program will help unlock your potential and set you on the path to a meaningful and rewarding career.
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Program TypeFull-time
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CredentialDiploma
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Program DeliveryProgram courses are delivered primarily in person, with some components delivered online. See locations to understand where the in-person components of this program take place.In-person hybrid
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In-person LocationExchange District Campus
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Program Length2 years
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Total Tuition / Fees for CoursesEstimated total tuition fees for all terms of this program for domestic students. Other fees not included in this total include textbooks, supplies, application fee, etc. Learn more ›$8,400 – $9,300
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How to EnrolThis program requires a formal application. Find out how to apply ›Application required
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Application TypeRRC Polytech programs have different types of applications. Learn more about application types ›General entry
Experience a Polytechnic Education
Full-time Delivery: Something New Every Term
After completing Business Administration’s common first term, you can choose to specialize in Tourism. Through this major, you’ll develop industry-relevant skills in tourism, leadership, entrepreneurship and professional communication – all in an engaging, active-learning, student-centred environment.
TERM 2
Gain practical knowledge of tourism, sponsorship, and event planning, giving you insight into key areas of the industry.
TERM 3
Deepen your understanding of community development, client engagement, and tourism strategy.
TERM 4
Graduate with confidence in your tourism knowledge and strategic thinking – ready to launch your career in a dynamic and evolving industry.
Employment Potential
Prepare yourself for career success
Potential Grad CAREERS
- Festival and event planner/coordinator/manager
- Meeting and convention planner
- Economic and tourism officer
- Destination marketing and management professional
- Visitor services and attraction manager/supervisor
- Tour guide
- Interpreter
- Guest services representative
- Travel consultant
- Travel product development
- Tourism policy advisor
- Sustainable tourism manager
- Tourism marketing manager
- Travel sales manager
- Social media content creator/storyteller
- Tourism entrepreneur
What to Expect in This Program
Get Prepared for the Future of Work
Excel with practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.
Graduate Success
As a Business Administration – Tourism Management graduate, you’ll have access to a variety of excellent career opportunities. Our grads find employment with museums, agencies, event centres and attractions throughout Manitoba, across Canada and around the world.
The statistics below represent the opinions and employment statuses of this program’s recent grads. They were retrieved from the 2019-2020 RRC Polytech Graduate Satisfaction and Employment Report.
100% – SATISFIED WITH RRC POLYTECH EDUCATION
Tourism Management grads often earn promotions quickly after starting their careers. As part of your RRC Polytech education, you’ll build the critical communication, collaboration and learning skills you need to lead teams, grow your career potential and stay ahead of the industry.
100% – Consider Instructors Knowledgeable
The knowledge and skills you develop as a Tourism Management graduate allow you to start your career quickly. This versatile experience also forms a solid foundation for further advancement, lifelong learning and new opportunities across industries.
92% – Recommend Program to Others
RRC Polytech focuses on giving you the knowledge and experience you need to become a confident, independent professional. As a Tourism Management graduate, you’ll be ready to carve out your career path, adapt to your surroundings, create new partnerships and excel in tourism positions worldwide.
“It’s just the introduction to tourism, learning that it’s about expectations, understanding what people are wanting, and listening to them – those were the biggest takeaways.”
Mitch Hyndman, Brand Home Manager
Church Road Winery, Pernod Ricard Winemakers – New Zealand
“There’s a foundation learned through the Polytech. When I was in school, it was partly about creating skills, but it also built my strength and confidence to improve and excel within the industry.”
Laneil Smith
Co-owner, Marion Street Eatery; Manager, Marion Hotel
Who Should Enrol?
Turn your talents into academic success
You are eager to build a career in the tourism industry. As a student in the Business Administration – Tourism program, you can manage your time effectively, stay organized, grasp concepts from course materials and contribute to group projects and classroom discussions. You are a self-starter who focuses on both the big picture and the details, making sense of it all to provide thoughtful, experience-based insights.
Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.
PERSONALITY TRAITS
- Adaptable
- Big-picture thinker
- Community-oriented
- Creative
- Empathetic
SKILLS
- Commitment
- Communication
- Enthusiasm
- Multi-tasking
- Time management
INTERESTS
- Event planning
- Destination tourism
- Sustainable marketing
- Tour operations
- Customer experience
- Leisure and recreation
- Entrepreneurship
- Heritage and ecotourism
- International tourism
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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LIST OF COURSES
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OTHER INFORMATION
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