Overview
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training.
Uncover a world of opportunities within Canada’s thriving travel and tourism industry with this specialized program. Gain the skills and knowledge necessary for careers in food and restaurant services, leisure, or cruise tourism. This program emphasizes the business side of Canada’s tourism industry, fostering a service-oriented mindset and refining exceptional communication skills.
Career Options
Airline Ground Staff/Supervisor, Bed and Breakfast Owner/Operator, Campground Operator, Casino Slot Attendant, Front Desk Agent, Gate/Cash Attendant, General Manager, Heritage Interpreter, Recreation/Activity Director (Cruise Ships), Reservations Sales Agent, Retail Supervisor, Sales Manager, Small Business Owner/Operator, Special Events Coordinator, Ticket Office Supervisor, Tour Guide, Tour Operator, Tourism/Visitor Information Counsellor, Travel Agency Manager, Travel Trade Sales Manager, Travel Writer/Photographer, Visitor Information Centre Supervisor
Learning Objectives
- Recognize emerging tourism industry trends and innovations
- Describe the nature and characteristics of tourists
- Explain industry infrastructures developments and needs
- Discuss the international tourism marketplace
- Demonstrate leadership and creativity in tourism industry activities
- Solve dilemmas by using ethical solutions
- Apply concepts of sustainability to tourism sectors
- Explain product development and distribution
- Integrate cross-cultural understanding in simulated workplace situations
- Research the concepts and characteristics of tourism as an area of academic and applied study
- Appraise the place of tourism in the communities and environments that it affects
- Apply best practices in various tourism businesses in aspects of management, operations, human resources, and legal issues
- Apply for employment and prepare a Cover Letter, Resume, and practice interview skills
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must provide a valid photo ID or birth certificate
- Applicants must hold a high school diploma or be at least 19 years of age
- Students under the age of 19 require their parent or guardian’s signature
- Student must complete an intake with Admissions team member
Mandatory criteria for all applicants:
Meet one of the English Proficiency requirements or complete the Eton College Business Environment Communications program and
Medical insurance coverage and
Received approval from the Registrar
English proficiency requirements
Applicants must provide evidence of one of the following:
BC high school communications 12 ‐ minimum C+ (67‐72%) (or equivalent in another school system) or;
TOEFL PBT score 500, or CBT 173, or iBT 61 or;
IELTS ‐ minimum overall band test score 6 or;
CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) 7 or;
Successfully complete the Eton College Placement Test or;
Successfully complete the Eton College Business Environment Communications Program
Tuition & Fees
International Students Fee | ||
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Details | Fees | New Fees |
Tuition fee | $6,900.00 | |
Ancillary fee | $1,200.00 | |
App fee | $125 | |
Total fee | $8,225.00 | |
Scholarship % | 38.39% | $5,125.00 |
Domestic Students Fee | ||
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Details | Fees | New Fees |
Tuition fee | $9,600.00 | $9,000.00 |
Ancillary fee | $1,250.00 | $1200 |
App fee | $150 | $150 |
Total fee | $11,000.00 | $10,350.00 |
Scholarship % | 5.91% | $650.00 |