Tourism

Program highlights

• Become job-ready for diverse career opportunities in tourism related to events, conferences, resorts, travel, sports, gaming, sustainable tourism, and more.
• Courses have been crafted to reflect current industry needs and trends, which includes training on the latest software and the standards of excellence for delivering outstanding experiences and exceptional customer service.
• Gain the know-how to be a leader within tourism operations, as well as the skills to run your own business.
• Option of a placement or capstone project in final semester to put your skills and knowledge into action.

Admission requirements

For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status including:

• Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.

Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor for further information.

Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.

Specific program pathways

Transfer options

After the first year of studies, students will be eligible for transfer into the second year of the following diploma programs at Cambrian: Business, Business – Finance, Business – Accounting, Business – Accounting – Online, Business Administration, and Business Administration-Accounting. Students will need to make up two courses from the first two semesters. Please speak to your coordinator to discuss transfer options.

College or university degree opportunities  

If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian’s college and university agreement details for further information.

Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.

Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!