Tourism and Travel

MediaPlex - Downtown Windsor (B825)

Two Year - Ontario College Diploma

September

Debbie LaSelva
(519) 972-2727, ext. 4588
dlaselva@stclaircollege.ca

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level qualify for admission to this program.

Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

PROGRAM GOALS
If you are interested in working in the dynamic and ever-changing tourism industry, this program will assist you in achieving your goals. The two year diploma program will help develop those skills employers are looking for in a new employee, such as people, communication, teamwork, computer, and customer service skills. Students that earn their diploma are prepared to begin entry level positions in a number of the travel industry sectors. If you are interested in a career as an airline/tour reservationist, flight attendant, cruise ship employee, tour guide, tour manager, event planner, travel counselor, hotel/ resort concierge, or any other facets of the tourism industry, this program is for you.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Students have the option of spending semester 4 at Disney World in Orlando, Florida, working, living and earning St. Clair College and Central Michigan University credits
• Optional yearly field trip abroad (past trips include Mexico, Caribbean, Cruises, Europe)
• Active Tourism and Travel Club offers student the opportunity to earn money for annual field trip
• Mid-program work placement experience tailored to individual interests
• SABRE computer airline reservation system training
• Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) Minimum Standards Exam administered as part of the program
• Tourism Photography gives students the opportunity to create travel brochures and effectively produce images suitable for publication in travel magazines
• Create destination travel websites
• Opportunity to network with industry associates at numerous events including annual Students in Travel Conference and the St. Clair College/University of Windsor Job Fair, as well as weekly guest speaks in semester 2
• Volunteer opportunities exist at major events throughout the city of Windsor, including the annual St. Clair College Wine Gala hosted in part by the Tourism and Travel students
• Student Work Experience Program recruitment opportunities exist with Fairmont Hotels and Resorts located in Eastern and Western Canada

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Tourism is one on the largest economic generators worldwide; employment opportunities are endless. Whether you are changing careers or looking for a new job, tourism and travel will offer you a world of possibilities. After completing the two year program, graduate job opportunities exist with airlines, airports, attractions, car rental companies, convention and meeting centres, cruise lines, government tourism offices, hotels and resorts, on-line travel providers, rail lines, travel agencies, tour operators and visitor information centres, among others.Tourism and Travel students can work and earn credits through the Disney College Program and the Fairmont Hotels and Resorts Student Work Experience Program.

DEGREE COMPLETION

• Degree Completion with Griffith

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Program Physical Demands Analysis: B825
• International Disney College Program

YOUR INVESTMENT
Fees are subject to adjustment each year. The standard tuition and compulsory fees for 2011 are as follows:

$3,197.03
$600 - $800

Opportunities for field trips that will enhance the overall curriculum are made available to students on a voluntary basis. Students who choose their semester 3 work experience away from home are responsible for all related living expenses.

For a breakdown of tuition and other compulsory fees for Canadian, U.S. and International students, see Tuition & Fees.