Enhance your expertise in tourism management with the BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism Management) – Top-Up degree. Designed for students who have completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business or an equivalent qualification, this one-year program provides you with essential business and tourism industry knowledge to succeed in this dynamic sector.
This course covers key areas such as sustainable tourism, destination management, hospitality operations, and global tourism strategies, ensuring you develop a comprehensive understanding of the business and management aspects of the tourism and hospitality industries. You will also explore marketing for tourism, business transformation, and corporate governance, preparing you to take on leadership roles in travel, tourism, and hospitality.
With 100% online learning, Arden University offers flexibility to balance your studies with work and personal commitments, ensuring you can advance your career without disrupting your schedule.
Request Broucher Check My EligibilityYou’ll develop expertise in tourism management, hospitality business strategy, and sustainable tourism, gaining the skills to analyze industry trends, manage tourism operations, and enhance customer experiences. This program also explores destination marketing, corporate governance, and tourism innovation, equipping you to lead in a fast-evolving global industry.
Through real-world case studies and business simulations, you’ll apply tourism strategies and business management techniques to practical scenarios, preparing you for roles in hospitality management, travel consultancy, destination planning, and event management.
Whether you aim to launch your own tourism business, advance in hospitality leadership, or specialize in sustainable tourism, this degree provides the skills, confidence, and industry knowledge to succeed.
Business Transformation
20
Corporate Governance, Law, and Ethics
20
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
20
Tourism Trends and Futures
20
Tourism Crisis Management
20
Independent Study
20
120
With the Arden Top-Up, you’ll study two subjects at a time over a 12-month period, enabling you to delve deeper into specific topics while balancing personal and professional obligations. This focused approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of key concepts, culminating in the attainment of the full Top-Up qualification upon completion of six modules (120 credits).
Bid farewell to traditional exams! At Arden University, we’ve revolutionized assessment methods to showcase your capabilities and apply your newfound knowledge in authentic, real-world situations. From engaging in live projects and client briefs to virtual internships, crafting case studies and reports, delivering compelling presentations, and devising innovative proposals, our assessments mirror the complexities of professional environments.
Furthermore, you’ll have the chance to undertake assignments and spearhead original research projects addressing pertinent management issues pertinent to your role and organization, offering a hands-on approach to learning and growth.
✅ Flexible Study Options – Balance work, family, and education
✅ Industry-Accredited Degree – Recognized by CIM and DMI
✅ Career-Focused Curriculum – Develop skills in digital marketing, global marketing strategies, and business transformation
✅ Expert Faculty – Learn from experienced industry professionals
Completing this BA (Hons) Business Management (Tourism Management) – Top-Up will:
Standard entry criteria
To be eligible for our Top-up, you should normally have:
• A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business or an equivalent Level 5 qualification
• A “C” pass in English in GCE O Level or A Level
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Non-standard entry criteria
We welcome applicants with work experience who may not meet the traditional academic requirements contact us for a personalized eligibility check.
This course is accredited and recognized by leading professional bodies, ensuring global industry relevance:
The Institute of Travel and Tourism is a membership organisation for travel and tourism professionals, suppliers, educators and students.
Tourism Management Institute (TMI) – Supports career pathways in tourism leadership and destination planning
Arden University is a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA), meaning students will receive complementary BGA membership.