Tour and Travel Course

Sign up for this exclusive travel and tourism course for the opportunity to book your one-way ticket to the career of your dreams!  Brentwood Open Learning College is proud to offer an extensive collection of endorsed tourism courses online, open to candidates worldwide with no entry-requirements to fulfil.  This advanced Level 5 Diploma in Travel and Tourism is our most comprehensive course to date, providing a detailed introduction to one of the world’s most prosperous and buoyant sectors. Study the functions and objectives of travel and tourism services worldwide, the cornerstones of effective tourism products and the mechanics of the 21^st century tourism industry.  Learn how to provide an unforgettable experience for every customer, manage complex transportation requirements and handle any crisis you may encounter along the way.  With all study aids and learning resources included in the initial fee, our exclusive tour operator courses represent unbeatable value for money.  Sign up online, or contact a member of the team at Brentwood Open Learning College for more information.

Why Study Travel and Tourism?

The appeal of a career in travel and tourism isn’t difficult to understand.  Travel and tourism careers provide ambitious and enthusiastic candidates with the opportunity to meet new people, travel the world and get paid for doing it. Worldwide, the hospitality, travel and tourism sector is in a state of constant growth.  Employers and decision-makers are constantly on the lookout for qualified and capable candidates to add to their ranks.  Attractive salaries, free travel and an array of additional perks and privileges - just a few of the benefits of joining the travel and tourism industry.  Whatever your experience and background to date, you could find your journey into travel and tourism more rewarding than you ever dreamed possible.

Brentwood Open Learning College is proud to offer a dynamic collection of travel and tourism courses for online study. This endorsed Level 5 Diploma in Travel and Tourism is one of our most advanced courses to date, providing a comprehensive overview of the travel and tourism industry over a series of 12 modules. Key topics and knowledge areas covered include the following:

Module 1. introduction to Travel & Tourism

Module one takes a broad luck at the 21^st century travel and tourism sector, examining its recent history and ongoing importance in today’s society.  Candidates also consider typical reasons and motivations for travelling, the different types of tourism and why some domestic and international destinations are considered more attractive and appealing than others.

Module 2. Tourism Products & Services

Several major classifications of tourism products and services are introduced and examined in module two, in which candidates consider the characteristics of viable and profitable tourism products.  An introduction to the marketing mix and its role in the travel and tourism industry is also provided, along with the individual components that come together to form commercial tourism products.

Module 3. The Travel & Tourism System

The functions, objectives and mechanics of the global travel and tourism sector are explored in module three, which once again considers the industry’s value and importance to 21^st century life.  The duties and responsibilities of key travel and tourism personnel are discussed, along with the advantages and disadvantages of working with tour operators based overseas and the growing role of technology in the travel and tourism industry.

Module 4. Managing Tour Operations

Candidates then consider the most important principles at the core of successful tour operations management.  The benefits of building and maintaining good working relations with suppliers, vendors and service providers are discussed, along with the importance of prioritising performance management and tip for building high-performing teams in the travel and tourism trade.

Module 5. Marketing in Travel and Tourism

Module five explores the extent to which marketing can influence the performance and prosperity of any travel and tourism brand.  Candidates learn how to create and implement an effective marketing strategy, conduct essential audience research, analyse competitors’ performance and use a variety of promotional tactics to attract, engage and influence a viable target audience.

Module 6. Quality Management and Customer Care

The importance of consistently exceeding customers’ expectations is discussed in module six, which examines customer service as a key contributor to every successful travel and tourism product.  Tips and guidelines for consistent quality management are provided, along with the benefits of anticipating customer requirements and the art of dealing with difficult people and situations.

Module 7. Human Resources Management

A crash-course introduction to human resource management in travel and tourism follows in module seven. Learners study the process of creating and implementing an effective human resource strategy, along with the importance of providing quality training and coaching for every member of the workforce.  Motivating employees to reach their full potential is also discussed.

Module 8. Transport Management

The logistical side of the travel and tourism industry is discussed in module eight, outlining the benefits and drawbacks of several primary modes of transportation.  Typical challenges to effective domestic and international transport are presented and discussed, along with the importance of strategic planning and how to handle crisis situations involving transportation.

Module 9. Transport and the Environment

Logistics and transportation are further discussed in module 9, which focuses more heavily on the environmental impact of various transport methods.  The importance of accurate forecasting and thorough planning is examined, along with several common challenges and issues in the organisation and provision of transport.

Module 10. Crisis Management

Module 10 takes a broader look at crisis management in the travel and tourism sector, detailing some of the most common types of crises encountered in the field.  The criticality of strategic contingency planning is discussed, along with the importance of taking a structured approach to the crisis management process and how to restore the trust and faith of a target audience in the wake of a PR crisis.

Module 11. Managing Public Awareness Programs             

The functions, objectives and limitations of public awareness programs are examined in module 11, in which candidates consider the extent to which travel and tourism can impact countries and communities in both positive and negative ways.  The potential consequences of mass tourism are also discussed, alongside the importance of responsible tourism and environmental awareness.

Module 12. Sustainable Tourism and Development

Concluding the course, module 12 continues with a more detailed exploration of sustainable tourism, touching upon environmental challenges in the field of travel and tourism.  Candidates consider the legal and ethical obligations of tour operators where environmental issues are concerned, alongside the role of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in sustainable tourism and development worldwide.

Brentwood Open Learning College offers some free certificate courses in Travel and Tourism. Explore now on our website. 

Paying in Installments: £660(interest FREE Installments)

Deposit: £120

No of Installments: 12

Each Installment: £45

Pay in Full: (£100 Discount) £560

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

This advanced Level 5 Diploma in Travel and Tourism is ideal for anyone looking to take this dynamic and rewarding sector by storm. Whether new to travel and tourism or ready to take an existing career to the next level, we’re standing by with the support you need to make it happen. Career opportunities in travel and tourism cover a variety of specialist areas, including sales and marketing, human resource management, transport management, customer service, public relations and many more besides. All with attractive salaries starting from around £20,000 and a world of added perks and privileges to enjoy.

Brentwood Open Learning College welcomes motivated and hardworking candidates from all backgrounds and all locations worldwide. This exclusivity Level 5 Diploma in Travel and Tourism was created by a team of experienced academics with the following applicants in mind:

• Newcomers looking to take the sector by storm
• Members of the workforce pursuing promotion
• Anyone interested in career opportunities overseas
• Candidates who want to get paid to see the world
• Outgoing, enthusiastic and ambitious individuals
• Jobseekers working on their CVs and employability

With an endorsed Level 5 Diploma in Travel and Tourism, you could soon be packing your bags and setting sail for your dream job!  Sign up online, or contact Brentwood Open Learning College for more information.