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Higher National Diploma in International Travel and Tourism Management
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The objective of the Higher National Diploma in International Travel and Tourism Management is to develop students into professional, self-reflective individuals capable of meeting employer expectations across the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors, while adapting to the demands of a rapidly evolving global environment. The qualification also aims to broaden access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake it.
Designed in alignment with international standards, the programme offers a high-quality business education with a strong focus on aviation and hospitality management. Its curriculum integrates core business modules with specialist pathway courses that address key areas of aviation, airline, airport, and hospitality operations, as outlined in the illustrative study plan.
Why enrol on this programme?
This programme provides students with a broad understanding of how the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors operate, along with the practical realities and service expectations within these dynamic, customer-focused industries. Students will explore key factors that influence success across a range of organisational contexts, gaining industry-relevant knowledge and applied business skills.
Through a combination of core business modules and specialist courses in tourism and hospitality, the programme prepares learners for a variety of operational and support roles in travel agencies, tour operations, hospitality providers, destination management companies, and related service sectors. It also lays a strong foundation for further academic or professional progression.
Accreditation
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in International Travel and Tourism Management award is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, UAE.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Higher National Diploma in International Travel and Tourism Management will be well-positioned to begin careers across a wide range of operational and supervisory roles in the travel, tourism, aviation, and hospitality industries. Potential employment opportunities include roles in:
- Travel agencies and tour operations
- Airport and airline customer service
- Hospitality and front-of-house operations
- Event planning and conference coordination
- Destination and visitor services
- Cruise lines and resort operations
- Ground handling and aviation support services
The HND also provides a recognised route into further study, including top-up degree programmes in international tourism management, hospitality, or aviation-related disciplines. Many graduates use this qualification as a foundation for continued professional development or future management-level training within the service industries.
Course Outline
| Year 1- Modules | |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Contemporary Travel and Tourism Industry |
| 2 | Managing the Customer Experience |
| 3 | Professional Identity and Practice |
| 4 | The Travel and Tourism Business Toolkit |
| 5 | Leadership and Management for Service Industries (Pearson-set) |
| 6 | Managing Aviation Services |
| 7 | Managing Conference & Events |
| Year 2- Modules | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Marketing Essentials for Travel and Tourism |
| 2 | Tourism Consumer Behaviour and Insight |
| 3 | Airline Operations Management |
| 4 | Strategic Planning for Air Transport |
| 5 | Airport Operations Management |
| 6 | Organizational Behaviour |
| 7 | Strategic Human Resource Management |
| 8 | Research Project |
The above schedule is subject to change
| School Curriculum System | Minimum Admission Requirements |
|---|---|
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UAE Curriculum (Thanaweyya 'Ammah) |
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British System - AS/A Levels |
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British System - BTEC Level 3 Diploma |
BTEC Level 3 Diploma in a relevant field* with a minimum of Merit |
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International Baccalaureate |
IB certificate with a minimum grade of 30/42 |
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American High School Diploma |
Minimum of 90% |
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Indian Boards (Std XII) |
Minimum of 70% in the Senior Secondary School Certificate (12th Standard) |
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Pakistani Board HSSC Part I+II (Gr 12) |
Minimum of 70% in the Senior Secondary School Certificate (12th Standard) |
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Iranian Curriculum |
Score of 15 points in the pre-university certificate, or minimum overall of 80% |
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Russian Curriculum |
Score of 4.0 in the final year (grade 11) |
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French Baccalaureate |
Score of 14 in the Scientific track |
*Notes and remarks:
- Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirements for the programme may be required to attend an interview with the relevant faculty.
- English requirements:
- IELTS Academic with a minimum score of 6.0
- TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 79
- For detailed guidance on entry requirements, please contact EAU Admissions at +971 46050100/176/117 or email: eau.admissions@emirates.com
| Tuition Fees (AED) |
|---|
| 60,000 per year |
- Course load up to 15 credit hours per semester. Additional credits and summer semester fees are charged separately.
How to Apply?
For information on how to apply for a course at Emirates Aviation University, see our Admissions Guide
