NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management
The NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management is an ideal qualification for anyone who wants to pursue a management career in travel and tourism. It is also ideal for learners who wish to progress to study management at higher levels, including a range of foundation degrees. It will also prepare learners for management posts with a variety of different employers in the industry.
Aims and Objectives
The qualification aims to:
- develop subject-specific and transferable skills in travel management
- meet some of the present and future needs of employees and employers in the travel and tourism industry
- enable progression to degree study or to take up employment opportunities in the travel and tourism industry
The objectives of the qualification are to help learners to:
- develop an appropriate level of knowledge and skills in the theory and application of travel and
tourism management practice - develop proficiency in a range of transferable skills appropriate to travel and tourism in the 21st century
- investigate the cultural and social context of the travel and tourism industry and society in general
- develop a sound understanding of operational management techniques currently practised in industry
- develop sound self-management, good co-operative and communication skills, problem-solving and decision-making ability, numeracy and confidence with technology
Entry Requirements:
Although there are no specific recommended prior learning requirements, learners wishing to undertake this qualification should hold an appropriate Level 2 qualification in English. The minimum age of entry for this qualification is 16.
Guided learning hours (GLH):
180 (36 weeks)
NQF Level: 3
Assessment requirements:
Independently assessed and externally moderated portfolio
The qualification consists of 6 mandatory units:
- Unit 01 Travel and tourism legislation
- Unit 02 Travel sales promotion
- Unit 03 Contemporary issues in the travel and tourism industry
- Unit 04 Leading and supervising in travel and tourism
- Unit 05 Service quality and customer service in travel and tourism
- Unit 06 Business skills for the travel and tourism industry
Duration:
36 weeks
Day/time:
Wednesday 12noon – 5.00pm
(10.09.08 – 07.05.09)
Tutor:
Linsey Walker
Inclusive fee:
£300.00
If a learner is over 19, and not in receipt of certain benefits (see Fees and Funding) then a fee may be payable. If a learner has not been resident in the EU for the 3 years prior to the commencement of their course, then a fee may be payable.
In both instances, please contact the college for further details.
Terms and Conditions (PDF, 1.93MB)
Please note that the contents published in this course guide are correct at the time of publication. The college reserves the right to make changes or withdraw courses.
