Diploma in Tourism Management is a broad ranging programme that helps students to deepen their knowledge in the tourism industry. The courses include basics of management, marketing and transportation as part of its theoretical and practical approach to provide students with comprehensive understanding in the combined disciplines of tourism and management.
You must meet the following requirements in order to be considered for entry to the UNITAR Diploma Programme:
Pass SPM with at least 3 credits; OR
Pass SPM with at least 1 credit and level 3 Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia; OR
Any other certificate or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government
Course Structure
Study Mode & Duration
9 Semesters / 3 Years
Year 1
Introduction to Tourism Industry
English 1
Skill Enhancement*
Introduction to Marketing
Introduction to Management
Pengajian Malaysia Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (Int)
Transportation for Tourism
Introduction to Human Resource Management
Tourism Geography
English 2
Introduction to Accounting
Social Entrepreneurship
Cultural Studies
Recreational and Leisure Management
Foreign Language 1
Year 2
Hospitality Advertising and Promotion
Legal Aspects in Hospitality Industry
English 3
Foreign Language 2
Community Service
Management Accounting for Tourism
Foreign Language 3
Travel and Hospitality Sales
Travel and Tour Operations
Event Management
Destination Development for Tourism
Ticketing and Reservation
Year 3
IIndustrial Training
Career Prospects
Various positions at supervisory level & below, ticketing and reservation officer, guest service officer, airline ground and cabin crew, event planner etc. in industries related to tourism:
Attractions
Lodging
Food and beverages
Transportation
Travel Operator & Agencies
Tourism related government agencies
Event companies and tourism entrepreneur
LOCAL STUDENTS
Malaysian students who enroll in UNITAR Foundation and Diploma programmes are required to take ALL English courses listed in their respective programme structures, beginning with English 1 (Diploma) and Listening and Speaking Skills (Foundation).