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Travelling to countries or places for personal or business purposes has become a social, cultural and economic phenomena according to the UNWTO. People can experience new cultures, languages and see the world from a different perspective as a result of travel. Working within the tourism industry as a tour guide can offer an extremely fulfilling career, meeting different people and engaging with those from a wide range of cultures, languages and religions.

Portobello Institute offers you the opportunity to study for an accredited nationally recognised tour guide award. Courses are available to study through flexible blended learning with a blend of in-person familiarisation trips and online lectures that you may choose to study at a time suited to you.

Whether you are beginning your career or already working in the industry and want to advance your career, we are committed to supporting you to follow your passion and fulfil your potential, offering you the course for the career you want.

If you are interested in pursuing education in tourism, speak to Brandon McLean at  [email protected]  , call him on 01-8920035 or book a one-to-one career consultation with him at a time that suit you by clicking here .

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This QQI Level 6 course in tour guiding gives you the opportunity to train and qualify as a national tourist guide.

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• Tourism Management (TU747)

Tourism Management Bainistiú Turasóireachta

Tourism management.

Course Title: Bachelor of Arts in Tourism Management

Minimum Entry Requirements?

Leaving certificate requirements, qqi/fet requirements.

In addition to the QQI minimum entry requirements, QQI quotas and QQI points apply. The max QQI points awarded is 390. Further details at  www.tudublin.ie/qqi

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/mature

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on   our website . Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 5.5 in each component.

What is... Tourism Management?

Course Description

This course, which combines academic knowledge with field trips, site visits, and practical work experience, will equip you to work as a manager in the tourism, travel and related sectors, both nationally and internationally.

The course is delivered in a supportive, flexible learning environment aimed at empowering learners to achieve their personal and professional potential.

Tourism management focuses on the broad tourism industry and includes a professional internship, practical modules and academic subjects, while preparing students for leadership in this field. It combines academic knowledge with field trips, site visits, and practical work experience in the tourism industry.

A key focus of the course is on applied management and business subjects; for example, accounting, information technology, human resource management, marketing and communications. These are complemented by more tourism and field-specific subjects, such as tourism studies, sustainable tourism, tourism policy and planning, tourism service operations, and heritage, culture and tourism.

A European language is provided as an optional module on this course.

Work Placement

There’s a six-month work placement in Year 2.

Study Abroad Opportunities

Our internship course will provide you with opportunities to take your work placement in Ireland or abroad through the links our school has with industry.

What are my career opportunities?

Graduates pursue a variety of career paths both within and outside the tourism industry. Those who remain in the industry hold roles in tourism and hospitality operations, visitor attraction management, online booking companies, travel agencies and publicly funded tourism bodies.

• Tourism Officer
• Call Handler/European Confirmation Consultant
• Tourism Information Centre Manager
• Travel Consultant/Executive Travel Agent
• Heritage Officer
• Reservations Agent
• Tourism Consultant/Management Consultant
• Visa Coordinator
• Tour Guide/Director
• Operations Assistant
• Multilingual Customer Care
• Passenger Service Agent
• Historic Site Manager
• English Language Assistant
• Recruitment Consultant
• Event Organiser
• Market Research Executive
• Sales and Marketing Executive
• HR Administrator (Hotel Groups)

Examples of employers

• Hostelworld
• Guinness Storehouse
• Accounting for Tourism
• Innovation and Tourism
• Introduction to Travel and Tourism 
• Management 1
• Marketing for Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure
• Professional Business Communications 1 & 2
• Tourism Destinations
• Tourism Systems
• Choice of 1 option in each of 2 Semesters
• Management Accounting - Costing and Decision Making
• Management 2
• Choice of 2 options in Semester 1
• Travel & Transport
• Professional Internship & Career Management (Semester 2)
• Current Tourism Research - developing key academic skills
• Data Analysis
• Event, Leisure and Tourism Enterprise Development
• Management accounting: Planning & Control
• Sustainable Tourism
• Talent Management
• Tourism and Technology
• Tourism Policy, Planning and Regulation
• Choice of 2 options in each of 2 Semesters

Advanced Entry applications are accepted to this course. For further information on how to make an Advanced Entry application, please visit our  CAO Hub . A full list of courses open for Advanced Entry is detailed on the CAO website . 

To qualify for Advanced Entry applicants must be currently studying, completing, or have successfully completed, studies at Level 6, 7 or 8 in a Higher Education Institution (HEI) or an equivalent, in a related area. You must demonstrate by providing transcripts of results that you have achieved the learning outcomes for each stage you wish to advance past, for example:

• To enter Year 2 via Advanced Entry, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Year 1.
• For entry to Year 3, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Years 1 and 2.
• For entry to Year 4, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Years 1, 2, and 3.

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on  our website .

What our students say

The best thing about Tourism Management besides the broad range of different modules, and the 6-month placement, isstudying in such a positive environment, meeting people with similar interests and the amazing opportunities this course gives us. It is alsothe supportand enthusiasm that we get from lecturerswhich is a highly motivational factor thatcontributesto it being a great course. Chloe Cooke-Griffin, second year student TU 747 Tourism Management, 2020

Completing the BA Tourism Management course has been the best decision I have made for my career. I knew I wanted to enter a career where I could travel while also gain a valuable business skillset which the Tourism Management degree allowed me to do. I now manage two highly successful International Travel programmes for an established travel brand. Fiona Lawlor, Graduate, USA Visa Programme Co-ordinator

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Crumlin College Travel & Tourism Courses

Event Planning - what does it take to put together a great concert?  What happens behind the scenes during a product launch?  What makes a wedding truly memorable?  Come and find out on our course.  It includes a variety of subjects that will help you gain the practical skills and knowledge to organise and run successful events. You'll also be learning about relevant, exciting issues in today's tourism industry.   Students on this course also take part in field trips, site visits, hear guest speakers and gain work experience.  Crumlin College also offers a second-year course which focuses on Tourism Management and Marketing.

Awarding Body

• QQI Level 5 - Tourism with Business Award 5M5011

Career Opportunities

Students can pursue careers in:

• Tourist Boards
• Reservation Offices
• Tour Operations
• Travel Package Providers
• Students may also wish to start their own business 

Further Education

Successful students can further their studies in Year 2 - Management & Marketing in Tourism in the College.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent standard of education. Exemptions may be granted to mature students. 

• Business Administration
• Digital Marketing
• Event Production
• Tourism Principles & Practice
• Tourism Information & Administration
• Customer Service
• Spreadsheet Methods
• Work Experience
• Reception and Frontline Office Skills
• Entrepreneurial Studies

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Mary aoife ong,tourism.

I really enjoyed my time as a tourism student with Crumlin College. The College environment was really nice and positive and all the teachers were so approachable. I really liked how we had a variety of subjects such as French, Business and Event Production as well as Tourism based subjects - it gave me a taste of everything and has helped me pick a career path for the future. The class sizes are nice and small resulting in students bonding really well together and receiving more individual attention from teachers. Our year head Nora was fantastic at providing career opportunities, class trips and excursions and the support and guidance we received from all our other teachers was excellent. The year with Crumlin College has prepared me to continue my studies and I am now planning to study Event Management in DIT. I would highly recommend the college to anybody. You'll not only learn loads but will honestly have great fun along the way!

This 2nd-year course is ideally suited to students who want to progress into the management & marketing areas of tourism. Students will acquire a variety of skills and knowledge in tourism, business & IT which will enhance their career prospects in the tourism industry. The course is a further development of the first year Tourism & Travel Studies course.

• QQI - Business Award Level 6 6M4985

Successful graduates of this course can enter the employment market in a number of areas and at various management levels of the tourism industry.  

Progression

Successful students may be eligible to apply to third level.

Successful completion of QQI Tourism Award or QQI Business Studies Award (to include two Tourism Modules) or equivalent standards of education. 

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Business Studies with Travel and Tourism Management – BBs (Hons)

CAO Points: 261

Campus: Moylish, Limerick City

Course Code US940

Course Type Undergraduate – CAO

Study Mode Full Time

Department Hospitality, Tourism & Wellness

Course Overview

The travel and tourism sector is a major driver of global employment, generating – directly or indirectly – one in every ten jobs. Ireland has an excellent tourism offering and the industry is of vital importance to the Irish economy, with employment projected to reach 250,000 by 2025. The further development of the sector requires graduates with a wide range of skills such as management capability, information and communication technology skills, product/service design, destination development, marketing and selling skills.

Business Studies with Travel and Tourism Management gives you a good grounding in the theory and practice of business in the context of an evolving, highly customer-focused and media-influenced travel and tourism industry. It offers key business management subjects alongside a range of specialist travel and tourism and modules.

The course is ideally suited if you have a keen interest in meeting people, enjoy working as a part of a team, like to travel and have good organisational skills. It is a perfect fit if you are passionate about travel and tourism and thrive in a fast-paced work environment. It includes strong industry links and there are many opportunities to participate in field trips and attend guest lectures. There is a full semester of work placement in Ireland or overseas, and/or the option to study at one of our partner universities across Europe.

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What are the entry requirements?

Leaving certificate.

A minimum of 2 H5 & 4 O6/H7 grades in six Leaving Certificate subjects, including English or Irish.

Foundation Level Mathematics at grade F2 or higher is acceptable as meeting the Mathematics requirement for this programme.

Mature Applicants

Candidates applying as mature applicants may be required to attend an interview and may be requested to take an aptitude test to prove their suitability for a place on this programme.

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International applicants should apply directly to the International Office at TUS, allowing plenty of time for completing the visa process. Applications for September start should be made by 1st June at the latest to ensure visas are processed in time. You should familiarise yourself with visa processing times for your country of origin to ensure you make a timely application. Find out more here .

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Business Technology and Interactive Applications

Innovations in technology, with a particular focus on Information Systems and the Internet, have transformed how businesses operate; therefore, learners must understand the basic economic and business forces driving technology within an organisation. They must comprehend the value of information systems and the technology of the Internet, as well as the security and ethical implications of both. The module will also give learners an appreciation of digital multimedia technology and how it can be utilised effectively by organisations.

Introduction to Food & Beverage Operations

To provide learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies to enable them to operate in a professional manner within a food and beverage environment.

Principles of Financial Accounting

This module provides students with an introduction to the concepts, principles, and practices of financial accounting. No prior knowledge of accounting is required.

Principles of Management and Marketing

The aim of this module is to provide learners with an introduction to the key concepts and theories of management and marketing and to develop an understanding of the role of marketing and management in modern organisations. The module aims to develop the student’s ability to apply knowledge, techniques and skills in order to solve marketing and management problems.

Tourism Industry Studies

The module aims to provide the learner with a comprehensive introduction to tourism as an area of academic and applied study. It will highlight the significance of the industry from national and international perspectives and also outline key tourism products and services.

Travel Operations

This module provides students with an in-depth insight into contemporary travel operations in both the Irish and global travel industries. It will also introduce students to the key components of the wider travel agency and tour operations industries which will develop core knowledge and understanding of how products are packaged and sold to the tourist.

Academic Writing

This module aims to equip students with a range of academic writing competencies by providing an opportunity for students to practise the writing, revising, editing and referencing skills necessary in third level education

Business Decision Making and Applications

The aim of this module is to introduce learners to accounting tools and techniques that can aid management decision-making process in any modern organisation. Topics to be included are budgetary process, preparation of operating budgets in particular focusing on cash flow budgeting, variance analysis, and internal control procedures. Learners will also actively learn the use of a widely recognised accounting package.

Destination Geography

This module will provide the learner with an understanding of a range of theories, issues and trends within the geography of tourism on a global scale. This module examines worldwide tourism destinations, providing a comprehensive knowledge of the major characteristics of the regional geography of destinations: identifying and locating countries, main cities, physical features, climatic conditions, tourist attractions and their significance for the tourist experience. Using maps, case studies, travel itineraries and other techniques, the Destination Geography module aims to introduce an array of established and emerging destinations to the student through theoretical and practical applications.

Microeconomics for Business

The aim of this module is to provide students with the tools to aid analysis and decision-making. The basic theories and models of microeconomics will be introduced and related to the business decision-making process.

Tourism Demand

The module aims to provide the learner with a detailed overview of the main factors influencing the demand for tourism. It will also introduce learners to the importance of consumer behaviour and marketing within the tourism industry.

Web Design and Implementation

This module has been developed to enable learners to keep pace with emerging demands for online business presence. During this module students will acquire the requisite skills to plan, develop and analyse an integrated digital presence for organisations in their industry. Furthermore, through this 100% CA based module, learners will have practical exposure to digital analytics.

HRM Concepts

This module equips students with an understanding of the core concepts in HR management, taking students on a journey from the earliest origins of the discipline to the present-day role of HR as an operational and strategic organisational function. Students will develop a strong applied knowledge of HRM systems, processes, and best practice in the planning, staffing and reward of employees. They will appreciate the practical operation of HRM in small, medium, and large organisations, as well as the increased devolution of HR activities to line management. Students will also develop practical people management skills through in-class and assessment activities, as well as highly transferable soft skills.

Legal Environment for Business

A key feature for the management and operation of any business is the regulatory environment in which it trades. In turn it is both controlled and protected by the legal instruments and requirements of that environment. An understanding of the legal environment, through a business lens, is thus a central feature in the academic grounding of a rounded business graduate and allows them to reflect upon the many and varied interacting influencing aspects of business life.

Macroeconomics for Business

The aim of this module is to provide students with the tools to aid analysis and decision-making. The basic theories and models of macroeconomics will be introduced and related to the business decision-making process

Professional Travel & Tour Guiding

The Professional Travel and Tour Guiding module will equip students with the skills and understanding of the national and international travel and tour guiding industry. It will demonstrate skills in leadership, advanced guiding, and group management. It will also implement the best safety and environmental practice in the overall tour experience. Finally, it will introduce students to the professional, social, and administrative skills necessary to offer a quality guiding service both in Ireland and abroad.

Social Media and Mobile Applications

This module engages the learner in the application of strategy and marketing to a social media and mobile app environment. It emphasises both the processes and the tools, in an overall marketing strategy, from planning and implementation to the analysis of digital campaigns and mobile app functionality. Learners will examine how best these communication tools and strategies can be applied to compete effectively both offline and online.

Special Interest Tourism

The aim of this module is to develop an awareness of the historical and contemporary environment in which special interest tourism has developed and operates. The module will introduce learners to a variety of special interest tourism topics such as adventure, business, dark, food and wine, health and wellness, special events and festivals.

This module sets out to introduce learners to the complexities of the relationships of contemporary technology and the travel and tourism industry. Few industries have adapted so speedily to technology as travel and tourism and it is safe to say that it has changed the face of modern travel marketing, retailing and distribution. This module sets out to investigate and evaluate many of these impacts, changes and consequences.

Global HRM Practices

The aim of this module is to provide students with a strong practical knowledge of human resource management (HRM) as it operates globally.  They will be exposed to the latest HR practices that organisations deploy to maximise competitive advantage through their human resources. Students will track evolving trends in HR management practice globally, critically evaluating their effectiveness and applying this knowledge to in-class activities and practical assignments.  They will further develop practical soft skills that are directly transferable and beneficial to their work placement in third year.

Irish Culture & Heritage Guiding

The Irish Culture and Heritage Guiding module will develop student competencies regarding providing a professional guiding experience. This module proposes to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to assess Irish tourism, heritage, and cultural products. Finally, it facilitates an understanding and appreciation of Ireland’s culture and heritage with emphasis on an identified region or place.

Marketing Communications Practice

The aim of this module is to engage learners in the importance of comprehending the key communication concepts within a marketing context and then to engage these learners with specific marketing communication techniques that organisations use in reaching their target audiences.

Personal Development

The module will support the learner as they make the successful transition to a new learning environment. It will introduce personal, academic and career development within the context of their programme of study, previous experiences and future aspirations. Ways of enhancing learner motivation and employability will be identified which encourages clarification and attainment of the learner’s personal objectives through a process of planning, experience and reflection. Therefore, this module instils in the learner the value of personal development and self-management and provides the knowledge, skills and competencies to provide a professional career plan for the service’s industry.

Travel & Tourism Innovation

The aim of this module is to consider the vital role of innovation and creativity within the travel and tourism industry and will offer learners the opportunity to develop a new product or service concept, thereby applying the knowledge acquired.

Applied Law for the Tourism & Event Industry

The aim of this module is to provide the learner with a broad knowledge of the law relating to the tourism and event industry and the necessary expertise to manage the regulatory and legal requirements of the tourism and event enterprise more effectively. The learner will be able to limit the legal exposure of the enterprise and liaise effectively with legal advisors and will have an insight into how the enterprise needs to arrive at decisions that are in compliance with existing and new legislation. As law is an ongoing and dynamic subject, the syllabus content will be expanded or modified, as the case may be, to reflect developments in the law set out in this module.

Entrepreneurship Business Plan

Credits: 10

The aim of this module is to introduce students to the entrepreneurial process and to equip them with the required skills to transform creative ideas into commercially viable businesses. Learners consolidate prior knowledge and skills in Market Research, Marketing, Operational Planning and Financial Accounting discipline areas through a 100% continuous assessment with three required submissions – business concept presentation, business plan and a funding / pitch presentation. The module deliverables are therefore focused on improving generic skills (oral and written presentation) while engaging learners with as realistic a simulation of the business start-up process as possible considering the centrality of entrepreneurial venture creation to future economic development and prosperity.

Global Destination Management

The aim of this module is to develop an understanding of managing global tourism destinations, and it will identify the core principles of sustainable development and examine how they can be put into practice with the aim of making various tourism types and destinations more sustainable. This will involve an in-depth evaluation of good practice within the tourism industry, governments, host communities and tourists. Environmental, economic and cultural aspects of sustainability will be considered. A practical focus will be adopted through the use of global case studies and classroom-based exercises. Students will learn about different approaches to tourism planning, explore the interplay between various stakeholders in the tourism planning process and consider the importance of effective tourism planning to destination development.

Integrated Marketing Comms

The aim of this module is to provide the learner with a clear insight into how the various tools and techniques within the field of marketing communications can be utilised in practice in order to allow the organisation achieve competitive advantage and commercial success. This module will also provide insight into the role played by internal organisational communications and its associated importance In addition, an in-depth examination of the key media options available to both traditional and contemporary marketing organisations will be undertaken.

Work Placement/Study Abroad

Credits: 30

This Work Placement/Study Abroad component is an integral part of all academic programmes of the Institute and is provided in compliance with HEA/DES requirements for practice-based learning on all third level courses as laid out in the “Higher Education System Performance Framework 2018-2020”. The overall aim of the module is to offer the student the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills gained throughout their course of study up to this point in a new and relevant experiential setting. This is to achieved whilst facilitating the student in developing the practical life-skill competencies and communication skills necessary to function as an effective member of the work environment and wider society. Students choosing to study abroad will be provided a comparable programme of study in an approved foreign partner Institution

Financial Analysis

This module will enable learners to appreciate the role that financial analysis plays within an organisation. The aim of this module is to equip learners with the requisite tools to analyse a firms’ financial performance and stability, specifically looking at profitability, liquidity, working capital management and gearing.

Research Methods

The aim of this module is to advance skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable students to undertake self-directed academic research in preparation for the independent research study thesis/project. More specifically, this module reflects the growing importance of implementing different methodologies in the current dynamic environment. As such, this module provides the knowledge and skills necessary to undertake each step in the research process by introducing students to the concepts of research philosophies, types of research, research approaches, methods of data collection, data analysis, sampling techniques, research integrity and research ethics.

Research Thesis

Credits: 15

The aim of this module is to consolidate learners’ knowledge from previous years in a capstone research thesis. This module provides students with the opportunity to focus on a specific area of interest by producing a self-managed, analytical, in-depth evaluation of a relevant area of study providing the student with the opportunity to research a chosen and approved topic and to draw on previous studies. Students will be able to pursue an empirical study with an applied focus concentrating on their specific discipline area while also having the opportunity to undertake a conceptual literature-based study. This module will enable students to demonstrate that they can take substantial responsibility for their own learning by affording the opportunity to choose, undertake and report upon a major investigation of a topic relevant to their discipline area and/or industry.

Strategic Management Concepts

Strategic Management Concepts examines the theory and practice of strategic management within an organisational context, providing an understanding of the main elements and implications of strategy. Strategic position along with the impact on strategy of the macro environment, the industry environment, the organisation’s strategic capability, the stakeholders and organisational culture are examined utilising theory and application. The module is assessed through an experiential live consultancy project in the learner’s industry which is integrated with the Strategic Marketing module.

Strategic Marketing

This module examines the role of marketing in strategy development and the move towards the market led business where the market and the customers should be the starting point in business strategy formulation. The aim of this module is to develop the learner’s ability to develop a critical approach in analysing, planning and implementing strategic marketing decisions. The module is assessed through an experiential live consultancy project with a client organisation in the learner’s industry which is integrated with the Strategic Management Concepts module.

Transport Management

This module will address transport management at the national level (the implementation of transport policy and infrastructural investment), the various types of transport firms (strategic and operational management while addressing competitive forces) and from the point of view of the consumer (issues of demand, e.g. service characteristics and price). Therefore, this module is designed to ensure that students develop an understanding of transport management related to tourism as it covers the principles and practice of transport policies, infrastructure planning/development, sustainability/resilience considerations, transport innovation, passenger demand, and incidents of good/bad practice.

Brand Management

The aim of this module is to provide the learner with a practitioner level understanding of the theories and application of branding in 21st century business. The module will examine the importance of creating and managing brands as well as the branding strategies employed across various brand leaders. Contemporary issues in branding will also be explored such as the use of social media, brand communities and the growth of the global brand. The continuous assessment component of this module is integrated with the Strategic Management Practice module through client engagement with a live consultancy project.

Financial Management

The aim of this module is for learners to appreciate the role that financial management plays in organisations and to apply the core concepts to help learners make strategic decisions which will allow them as managers to successfully manage and grow organisations. The module will allow learners to develop their knowledge of capital investment appraisal techniques and to apply these techniques to determine the viability of a new business development or expansion. This module will also enable learners to evaluate sources of financing for both short-term and long-term objectives and will also examine the valuation of companies.

Global Travel & Tourism Issues

This module presents lectures, tutorials and research seminars on the current global issues in the travel and tourism literature. This module examines a range of issues that are of both contemporary relevance and critical importance to the success or failure of both global travel and tourism organisations. Learners will develop the necessary skills to identify, research, and evaluate these issues and their implications for the effective development of the global travel and tourism industry. As it is anticipated that this module will deliver on issues that are deemed at the cutting edge of travel and tourism, the topic and content delivery will be flexible from year to year. In summary, this module aims to develop learners’ understanding of the nature of the contemporary global travel and tourism industry and of the external social, environmental and economic context they operate within. Finally, it will equip learners with the necessary skills which will enable them to undertake graduate-level employment and research within the travel and tourism industry.

Strategic Management Practice

Strategic Management Practice examines theory and practice of strategic management in an organisational context. Strategic analysis is explored, along with the organisational considerations of deciding on exact strategies to follow and the implications of strategic choices & evaluation in dynamic and global environments. The module also investigates how internal leadership styles, varying organisational cultures and change management styles and perspectives impact on the implementation and practice of strategic management. The continuous assessment component of this module is integrated with the Brand Management module through client engagement with a live consultancy project.

What can you do after this programme?

You are well prepared for a wide variety of careers within the travel and tourism industry in Ireland or abroad in areas such as tourism marketing, arts/culture/heritage/visitor attraction management, tour operations, tourism product development, public sector tourism development, hotel/resort/destination management, and transportation, and with tourism enterprises, community development organisations, national and regional tourism bodies and hospitality and travel organisations.

Successful graduates of this programme are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate programmes within TUS or elsewhere.

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Postgraduate Diploma in International Business Management (International Tourism and Hospitality)

Course Details

How to apply, course overview, this course has strong links with the tourism and hospitality industries and an agile design in order to meet the professional needs of both learners and businesses..

The Postgraduate Diploma in International Business Management (International Tourism and Hospitality Management) addresses a specific need for professionals working within the hospitality and tourism sectors to develop essential marketing, project management and entrepreneurial skills. 

The programme is designed for both industry professionals looking to upskill and professionals interested in a career in tourism and hospitality management. It will help students develop the sector-specific knowledge and competencies which are vital to career advancement.   

Our Postgraduate Diploma is tailored for professionals, introducing and exploring advanced industry insights and concepts, coupled with practices relating to the hospitality management sector. When combined with our highly-practical real-world teaching approach, learners gain considerable insights into the operation and management of contemporary and cutting-edge technologies, contemporary business practices, emerging trends and international industry developments.

Why study International Tourism and Hospitality Management with Griffith College?

Our Postgraduate Diploma in International Tourism and Hospitality Management is available on a part-time basis over a one-year period and equips students with the specialist skills required for successful careers in the tourism and hospitality fields across a broad range of industries. In this course, you will:

• Enjoy a flexible study model, with part-time evening and weekend lectures, delivered in a blend of online and in-person learning (pending social distancing regulations).
• Learners benefit from a responsive and personalised learning experience, with 1-1 support video tutorials , academic skills classes, free-specialised workshops, contemporary assessments and detailed feedback on all coursework.
• All classes available online and recorded for your convenience; weekend workshops agreed with learners for maximum convenience.
• Boost your salary; a Higher Education Authority survey found that employers favour applicants with postgraduate qualifications; 43% of taught postgrads earn between €35,000-79,999, with less than a quarter of undergrads with the same earning power.
• Develop transferable skills in critical analysis, project management , hospitality workflow processes and lean business practices.
• Unique to Griffith College, we help you develop the skills to grow into an agile and dynamic manager, with our responsive and industry-specific ‘Management for Managers’ model.
• The programme is fully industry orientated and addresses real-world issues such as; agile business models, business transformation, revenue and value streams, marketing and brand management, financial operations and cashflow, employment and hospitality law.
• Delivered from Limerick but available to applicants nationwide .

Intake Dates

We run two intakes for this course, commencing as follows:

• Autumn: September*
• Spring: February*

*subject to sufficient numbers

What our students say

The quality of the modules taught reflects the vast knowledge of the lecturers from industry experience and academic research. Even when we were required to adopt blended learning in the middle of the academic year, the lecturers were still very approachable, and all these have become a memorable learning experience that will last a lifetime!

Core Business Modules

Strategic human resource management strategic human resource management.

This module is concerned with the nature and scope of human resource management and the strategic application of human resources activities and techniques. It examines Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) from a management science perspective, enabling learners to know and improve how they contribute to the strategic process of management of human resources. It aims to provide knowledge to understand the external environments and internal capabilities, resources and processes that underpin SHRM. 

Leadership and Management Development Leadership and Management Development

This module examines the role played by leadership and management in organisations (commercial, public and voluntary) and in determining organisational culture. There are contested and competing views (both in theory and in practice) about management and leadership: what they are and about how leadership affects management. The main purpose of the module is to encourage learners to critically examine leadership and management models. Learners gain knowledge and understanding of new models, which allows consideration in how they might modify their own current or future leadership and management behaviours. It recognises the importance of continuous development in leadership and management roles.

International Strategy International Strategy

This module introduces and develops the concepts, perspectives, and tools associated with the discipline of strategy formulation and development within the complexities of undertaking business in different industrial and market contexts, countries and cultures. As well as providing the learner with a core body of knowledge of strategy, the module aims to go beyond the prescriptive “toolbox” approach to strategy making and develop and instil in the learner an appreciation of the complexities, subtleties and behavioural factors that fundamentally shape what businesses do and why.

Global Marketing Global Marketing

This module provides learners with a solid underpinning of the theories, frameworks, and models of international marketing combined with a strong sense of global awareness and cultural sensitivity essential for today’s business world. It gives them the skills to discriminate between markets and enable them to select those that present the greatest opportunities. It also provides learners with the knowhow for developing appropriate marketing plans and programmes and to determine whether a global, local or global approach to marketing is best.

Managerial Finance Managerial Finance

The module provides the learner with a well-rounded financial understanding of the role and goals of financial accounting, management accounting and financial management. The module also aims to provide learners with the analytical tools necessary for determining the financial implications of business activities and decisions in an entrepreneurial context.

Research Methods Research Methods

Research Methods introduces the learner to the purpose and role of research in business and the different qualitative and quantitative traditions and approaches practised in research. These research abilities are central to improving business decision making through solid research and data collection. The majority of learners on the PGDip will progress to MSc or MBA programmes and this module ensures they are well prepared for the dissertation by the development and production of a solid, well informed research proposal that provides them with a sound basis for carrying out independent research under supervision.

Tourism and Hospitality Management Modules

Sustainable tourism policy and planning sustainable tourism policy and planning.

This module explores the subject of sustainability from a local, European and International perspective and its application to the tourism industry. The understanding of such an area of tourism management at all levels (local, national or other) is essential to sustaining and developing tourism. Tourism overall requires in depth analysis of economic, environmental, political and many other external factors to ensure long-term viability and sustainability. The module will enable the learner to develop essential skills in engaging with policy and planning measures for sustainability. 

International Trends and Industry Developments International Trends and Industry Developments

This module is designed to provide learners with a diverse and current knowledge of contemporary issues within the overall global tourism and hospitality sector. The module examines the emerging issues in tourism and hospitality and as such, the module content evolves and develops in line with industry trends and projections. Typically, learners will be exposed to a range of current issues influencing tourism and hospitality organisations, both domestically and internationally. Learners will research, reflect on and interrogate issues, to identify the challenges and opportunities they present to organisations, and explore the proactive strategies that can be employed. 

International Tourism Law International Tourism Law

This module investigates the regulation of the international tourism sector and examines key current issues in the subject area. It equips learners with the knowledge, skill and competence to provide legal and policy advice to a wide range of stakeholders in the tourism industry. Successful learners possess a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights regarding international tourism law that will enable them to manage tourism businesses within a professional legal context.

International Events Management International Events Management

The module provides participants with an advanced insight into and appreciation for the complexities of the international event industry. It will also equip them with the competence to successfully plan and manage different types of events while adopting innovative approaches to ensure industry best practice. It will provide participants with an advanced understanding of the typology of international event forms, placing the industry in an environmental context that facilitates learning and understanding of a growing global diverse industry sector. 

The Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality and Tourism Management will consist of three taught semesters over 12 months.

Per semester:

Initial six weeks – three evenings per week, as follows:

• Tuesdays: International Strategy, 6.30-8pm
• Tuesdays: Leadership and Management Development, 8.00-9.30pm
• Wednesdays: Global Marketing, 6.30-9pm
• Thursdays: Managerial Finance, 6.30-9pm

Following six weeks – three weekend workshops

Academic Calendar

You can download our Academic Calendar  here .

Applicants should  apply directly  to Griffith College.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must normally hold an approved honours degree, to at least H2.2 level, in a business related discipline or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary/or professional institution. Non-business graduates or candidates with substantial work experience may apply but will be subject to interview.

Griffith College is now accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency. Please see here for further details.

Non-EU/Non-EEA applicants please note: 

These Irish Government-funded programmes are only available to Non-EU/Non-EEA applicants who are currently resident in Ireland with an Immigration Stamp 4/Stamp 4 EU FAM, who have been living in Ireland with a valid Stamp 4/Stamp 4 EU FAM for 3 out of the last 5 years. The period of residency for holders of Stamp 4/Stamp 4 EU FAM is calculated from the date of receipt of the Stamp 4/Stamp 4 EU FAM.

You can submit an application on our website. Once we receive your application a member of our admissions team will be in contact with you to outline the documents required to process your application.

For purposes of fee calculation, residence is counted from the time of application.

Please note that not all study modes may be offered at all times; for confirmation, refer to the Intake dates on the Overview tab.

Tuition Fees

Irish/eu citizen, living in ireland irish/eu citizen, living in ireland.

Study Mode: Full-Time

Limerick : EUR 7,750.00

Study Mode: Part-Time

Irish/EU citizen, living abroad Irish/EU citizen, living abroad

Please refer to the  Irish/EU Living Abroad Fees  section.

International International

Dublin 

Non-EU living in Ireland or abroad: Please refer to our  Non-EU Tuition Fees  section.

Non-EU students : a Student Services and Administration fee of EUR200 is payable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below.

General Fee Information 

An Academic Administration Fee of €250 is payable each September at the start of term. For students starting in the January/February term, €125 is payable in February, and then €250 will be payable each September from then onwards.  

A 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted. The fees above relate to Year 1 fees only.

Flexible payment options

Students wishing to pay their fees monthly may avail of our direct debit scheme. Please view our Fees information page for more information and assistance.

Sponsorship

Is your company paying for your course?

They will need to complete a  Griffith College Sponsorship Form  and send this to the Student Fees Office:

• Post: Student Fees, Griffith College Dublin, South Circular Road, Dublin 8
• Email:  [email protected]

2% Learner Protection Charge

All QQI accredited programmes of education and training of 3 months or longer duration are covered by arrangements under section 65 (4) of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012 whereby, in the event of the provider ceasing to provide the programme for any reason, enrolled learners may transfer to a similar programme at another provider, or, in the event that this is not practicable, the fees most recently paid will be refunded.

QQI Award Fee

Please note that a QQI Award Fee applies in the final year of all QQI courses. To find the relevant fee for your course level, please see the  Fees page .

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Tourism Studies Level 5

About the course, 1 year full time travel and tourism course qqi level 5.

Tourism in Ireland is an exciting and dynamic career choice which offers you opportunities in every region of the country. In a job where no two days are ever the same you may choose to work in the airlines, hospitality, tour guiding, event management or on cruise ships but whatever your choice, this course is designed to prepare you for employment in the tourism industry or to progress to further and higher education.

You will engage in industry-linked modules, enjoy guest speakers from tourism careers and visit a range of tourist attractions. Work experience and a variety of teaching methods gives you the opportunity to link theory with the practical and gain a broad understanding of how the tourism industry operates. You will gain employment both at home or abroad in visitor attractions, travel agencies, hotels, reservation sales, heritage centres and reception areas.

Course Coordinator: Margaret Doogan

• Tourism Information & Administration
• Tourism Principles & Practice
• Customer Service
• Work Experience
• Word Processing
• Irish Cultural & Heritage Resources
• Principles & Practice of Selling
• Cabin Crew Operations
• Business Administration

Course content may be revised for educational or organisational reasons.

Certification

QQI Tourism with Business 5M5011

Additional Certification

• Opera PMS Training and Certification
• Passenger Services Course (Academy of Aviation)

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate: O6/H7 in 5 subjects or Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Equivalent qualifications will be accepted

Mature Applicants

Mature students are welcome to apply.

Progression Opportunities and Employment Prospects

Graduates may progress to QQI Level 6 courses in Inchicore College or other FET colleges.

QQI 5M5011 Tourism with Business major award leads to many exciting courses in the CAO via the Higher Education Links Scheme including:

TUD: Event Management, Languages and International Tourism, Tourism with Digital Marketing, Tourism Management

DCU: Aviation Management / Aviation Management with Pilot Studies

Student Stories

Mikaela Cullen

“I picked Inchicore College because it covered a lot of areas like airline studies and learning travel agency work. I think it is good because it gives you a view of what working in the whole tourism industry is like.

I like my class, they are all very supportive and helpful towards each other. I also like the teachers, they are understanding and easy to talk to.

I didn’t think we would go on as many trips as we have done and I enjoy going to my work experience placement every week.”

The course is made up of industry-linked modules, guest speakers from the industry, visits to a range of tourist attractions and work experience.

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Taking the train in Ireland – what you need to know

Apr 19, 2024 • 11 min read

A train travels along the Rosslare, Wexford to Dublin line in Ireland © Irish Rail

Traveling by train is one of Ireland ’s great, if under-appreciated, pleasures.

It’s a small island and the rail network is limited, so no journey is especially long – but riding the rails across the country is one of the loveliest ways to enjoy the rolling countryside.

Compared to its European counterparts, Irish trains aren’t especially spectacular, but this is a country that doesn’t need high-speed or sleeper trains: you roll along at a maximum of 160km/h (99mph) and before you know it you’re on the other side of the island.

The particular nature of Irish demographics has shaped train travel in Ireland: with around a quarter of the population clustered in the greater Dublin region, it makes sense that most train journeys begin or end in the capital. In Northern Ireland the same is true of Belfast .

Irish trains might not be especially quick or super luxurious, but they’re an efficient and eco-friendly way of exploring the island – so long as your explorations are focused on the major cities and towns. Here is our essential guide to train travel in Ireland.

The lowdown on rail travel in Ireland

Irish trains are efficient, relatively frequent and usually on time.  Irish Rail/Iarnród Éireann operates the entire network of trains in the Republic, from intercity trains linking the major urban centers to the busy commuter network that services the greater Dublin region.

There are two main lines into the west and three into the south and southwest; spurs off the main lines connect to a host of smaller towns throughout the country. There’s also a line to Belfast, from where  Translink services connect the city with the Antrim Coast and Derry (Londonderry) .

Within the greater Dublin region, a network of commuter services connects the capital with a host of suburbs and dormitory towns in the surrounding counties. Dublin’s coastline between the northside suburbs of Howth and Malahide, and Greystones in County Wicklow is served by DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transport) trains.

There are some notable gaps in the country’s rail network, with no services in counties Donegal , Monaghan and Cavan , and no trains into West Cork . Some towns – like Buttevant in Cork or Annacotty in Limerick – are on the rail line but they’re bypassed as they have no functioning station.

Ireland’s bigger train stations – including Cork , Limerick , Galway , Sligo, Belfast and the two in Dublin – are all pretty well stocked when it comes to picking up supplies and other assorted sundries for your journey. Most other stations will have a small shop.

Train tickets are relatively good value

The good news about traveling by train in Ireland is that it is relatively inexpensive compared to train travel in some places, such as the UK, for example. If you buy it online, a standard one-way fare between Dublin Heuston and Kent Station in Cork costs €30–35, and around €55 in first class.

Online is the best place to buy your tickets for train travel in the Irish Republic. Not only do you get the best fares (with savings of up to 50% compared to buying the ticket at the station), but you can purchase your ticket up to 90 days in advance and reserve a seat when you do.

You have the option of collecting your bought ticket from a machine at the station as you’re boarding, or downloading a QR code at the point of purchase. If you wait to buy your ticket at the station, you’ll pay significantly more and have to get there early to queue up at the ticket kiosk.

For travel in Northern Ireland, you’re better off buying the ticket at the station as only a limited number of tickets are available online. Show up a short time before your intended departure time and just buy your ticket there.

Only a handful of services offer first class, but upgrading is relatively inexpensive. On average, expect to pay around €20–25 more to sit in first. There are three kinds of first class service on Irish trains. CityGold is on direct Dublin to Cork services, and includes an onboard host and a complimentary newspaper on selected early morning services. The Enterprise service between Dublin and Belfast offers the same, plus a fine breakfast. Premier Class is similar, but is only available on direct services between Dublin and Tralee and some Dublin to Cork trains.

Some discounts and offers apply

There are discounted fares for children and young adults aged between 19 and 25, as long as they have a valid discount card. Under fives and those aged 66 and over travel for free.

The commuter network in the Greater Dublin area has a fare cap of €6 for travel between the capital and a host of towns in the surrounding counties.

There are two rail passes aimed at visitors. The Trekker Four Day (€88) offers unlimited travel for adults on all Irish Rail services on four consecutive days from the date of issue. The Explorer (adult/child €128/64) provides five days of travel on all services in a 15-day window.

However, before investing in either, be sure that you plan on making the most out of it. The limited rail network means that connections are limited and traveling between some destinations involves backtracking: Cork and Waterford are both on the south coast, but to get from one to the other means travelling to Limerick, while Sligo and Westport are only 140km (87 miles) apart along the west coast, but to go between them by train you’ll have to travel through Dublin – which is on the other side of the country.

In Northern Ireland, the Sunday Fun Day Tracker ticket gives passengers unlimited train travel on a Sunday for £9 (£4.50 for children). Tickets are available from all ticket offices, the mLink ticketing app and from the conductor on the train.

These are the busiest times to travel by train

Unsurprisingly, peak times for train travel coincide with busy rush hour periods. Early morning services to Dublin from cities including Cork, Galway and Limerick can be busy, especially if the train is due to arrive in Dublin around the start of the working day. Friday evening trains departing Dublin can also be quite busy. However, as online bookings also include the option of booking a seat, you’ll never have to stand.

The commuter network is busiest on weekdays from 7am to 9am and from 4:30pm to 6:30pm as thousands of people travel in and out of work. You can’t prebook seats on these services, so plenty of people do end up standing. Keep an eye out on changing schedules, especially for weekend and holiday travel, as frequencies diminish.

The train network is limited, but it has some benefits over road travel

There are no rail links to any Irish airport, which means you’re relying on taxis, private cars or buses once you arrive in the country. Irish ferry ports are better connected to rail lines, however, and you can catch trains in Rosslare, Dublin and Larne; there is no rail link to Belfast Port.

If you want to reach the more remote corners of the island, then the Irish rail network is quite limited, and a car will give you the flexibility you need. However, rental fees can be very expensive and fuel is another considerable cost, with the price of unleaded and diesel hovering between €1.75 and €2 a liter. Parking is also pricey in all urban centers, especially Dublin.

Traveling by bus is the cheapest way to get around, but it can be a slow business, as most make lots of stops along the way. There are some direct express services, but they are at the mercy of traffic, which can also add considerable time to a journey compared to traveling by train. Plus, buses don’t have bathrooms, with those traveling longer distances relying entirely on rest stops.

On board facilities vary depending on the type of train

There are two kinds of Irish trains: InterCity and commuter. InterCity trains are all the same – relatively modern with comfortable seats in standard class and fancier recliners in first – and they travel at speeds of up to 160km/h (99mph). There’s no journey in Ireland that is longer than 2½ to 3 hours. Commuter trains are slightly older, with less comfortable seats; older trains are used on some small-distance spur lines in rural areas and are very basic (facilities include seats and a toilet).

While Ireland’s flagship service is the one between Dublin and Cork, the fanciest train is the Enterprise service between Dublin Connolly and Belfast Lanyon Place, which is a joint venture between Irish Rail and Translink. This train is on a par with most services you’ll find in mainland Europe and first class is the most luxurious of any in the country.

All InterCity trains have three-pin sockets at every row where you can plug in a charger or a laptop. Most commuter trains in the greater Dublin area also have sockets. All trains have toilets and there is a cross-network wi-fi service operated by Irish Rail, but it is patchy and inconsistent. Translink has its own wi-fi network, which is accessible on all bus and rail services in the north, but, like in the Republic, you’re at the mercy of signal strength and contention levels.

Food options are pretty limited. There is a trolley service on the Dublin to Cork service, while the Enterprise between Dublin and Belfast operates a full service menu in a dedicated dining car; first class passengers also get a pretty good breakfast as part of their ticket.

Some trains on the Dublin to Cork route have a “quiet carriage” (usually Carriage G, marked in purple when booking) where the use of phones is prohibited and passengers are encouraged to keep noise levels down.

You can bring a bike on any Irish Rail train for free, although there are some restrictions during busy periods (such as sporting fixtures and concerts). The Dublin to Cork line is the only one to have a dedicated bike storage area; all other InterCity trains have (very) limited bicycle spaces within the passenger compartment – it’s not unusual for only two bikes to be allowed into the compartment, so be sure to book in advance. Bikes are not allowed on commuter and DART services during peak hours – before 10am and from 3:30pm to 7pm Monday to Friday.

There are many scenic train routes: here are the best

No matter where you are in Ireland you’re going to find a beautiful landscape or two, but some journeys are worth keeping your eyes wide open for.

Dublin to Sligo

Once you’ve gone past the huge suburban sprawl of the greater Dublin area, the landscapes get quite gentle; beyond Mullingar the train skirts alongside the edge of beautiful Lough Owel. For the best views, sit on the left-hand side of the train.

Dublin to Belfast

The Enterprise service is the best in the country, with the most comfortable seats and the best food options – especially in first class. The train skirts alongside the Irish Sea between Malahide and Balbriggan, so be sure to sit on that side as you travel (on the right-hand side if you’re traveling to Belfast).

Derry (Londonderry) to Coleraine

The Translink service between Northern Ireland’s second city and Coleraine is a stunner, a 40-minute journey along the Causeway Coast that comes with beautiful beaches, huge cliffs and unimpeded views out over the North Sea.

Downpatrick to Inch Abbey

It’s only a 10-minute journey, but the trip from Downpatrick in County Down to the monastic ruins of Inch Abbey takes place in a vintage steam train (or a 1960s diesel train) that chugs its way along the line, over the River Quoile and past the drumlin-specked landscape.

Cork to Cobh

One of Ireland’s most scenic trips is the 25-minute trip from Cork City to the seaside town of Cobh , which takes you along the river (sit on the right for the best views), past marshy Harper’s Island and over the bridges on Lough Mahon and the Slatty Water. You can always stop off at Fota and visit the  wildlife park  there.

Book in advance for wheelchair access to trains

All InterCity services are nominally accessible, but if you do need assistance you will need to book it in advance so that suitable arrangements can be made. This usually means that a conductor will have a ramp ready for wheelchair access, but we have also heard plenty of anecdotal evidence of staff simply lifting a wheelchair onto a train, which depending on the individual can either be a help or an annoying hindrance. Whatever you do, make sure to communicate your requirements before you travel as assistance is not guaranteed otherwise.

For passengers with learning difficulties or any issue where there may be a challenge with communication (such as autism) Irish Rail staff are trained to recognize visual cue cards such as the  JAM card , which inform the interlocutor of the holder’s condition. JAM cards are available online or at mainline train stations in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford and Sligo.

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