The curriculum is designed to encourage students to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to work in any segment of the Tourism Industry. This program's history of graduate success is due in part to the emphasis that is placed on the development of skills that are valued by employers in this dynamic and expanding industry. Travel/study opportunities are offered as part of this program. These range from local day trips to extended out of the country trips.

Graduates are currently employed as Special Event Coordinators, Travel Counsellors and Tour Operators with wholesale and retail travel organizations, international hotel companies, transportation and tour operating companies, resorts, and restaurants. In Canada there are more than 60,000 tourism businesses employing approximately 1.2 million people. The continued growth in this area ensures a steady demand for well-motivated customer-oriented professionals.

Common Job Titles:

- Special Event Coordinator,
- Travel Counsellor,
- Tour Operator,
- Hotel or Resort Manager,
- Restaurant Manager

Employment for this occupation is expected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations through the year 2005. Hospitality and Travel Industries are fast growing field that offers many excellent career opportunities. As we move into the next millennium, employment opportunities will become much more integrated, requiring a new set of skills possessed by graduates entering the work force.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma at or above the general level, or equivalent
• Grade 12 English

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