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• ​​​From Takeoff to Triumph: Master the World of Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management

  

  Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality Management 
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  Program Overview:
  The Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality Management program at AIM University Group offers an immersive educational experience with travel experience to prepare students for dynamic careers in the global travel, tourism, and hospitality industries. Our comprehensive curriculum covers various aspects, including flight attendant training, airport passenger services, hotel operations management, event planning, travel and tour operations, food and beverage management, conversational Spanish, and more.

  Program Levels:
  Undergraduate schools at AIMu offer higher education qualifications at levels 4, 5, and 6. Each level spans 8 months, amounting to a total of 24 months of continuous study. These programs are equivalent to the first, second, and final year of a traditional three-year bachelor's degree, with each level comprising 120 credits. Completing Levels 4 and 5 allows you to advance to Level 6 at AIMu or enter the final year of study at a university in the UK or abroad. Successfully completing Level 6 opens the door to pursuing a master’s degree at numerous universities in the UK and around the world

  

  PROGRAM FACT SHEET
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  • Program Taught By: Aim University Group
  • Program Awarded By: OTHM
  • Qualification Accreditation Number: 603/2315/2
  • Accreditation of Qualification can be verified:  https://register.ofqual.gov.uk
  • Program is Accredited by Ofqual: Office of Qualification and Examination Regulators (Ofqual), the department within the UK Government that is responsible for qualifications and examinations in England.
  • Only 24 Months for bachelor's degree level programs and 1 YEAR for the master’s level programs.
  • British qualifications are world class, and all programs at AIMu are globally recognized.
  • ​Classes are taught online and face-to-face with tutorials in our study centers in Kingston and Fort Lauderdale. For more flexible learning, distance learning is available.
  • Upon completing, you may progress to graduate studies and Live, Study and Work Abroad for 3-5 years.
  • New classes are starting in January, February, May, June, September and October.

  VIEW THE CORE SUBJECTS 

  Mandatory Units​

  LEVEL 4 | First Year of University - 8 Months

  • Introduction to Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management (20 Credits)
  • Airport and Airline Passenger Services and Operations: Quality Management (20 Credits)
  • Flight Attendant Professional Development: Mastering the Art of In-Flight Service Excellence (10 Credits)
  • Conversational Spanish - (with language Trip to Panama) - (10 Credits)
  • Events Planning Fundamentals (20 Credits)
  • Food and Beverage Management (20 Credits)
  • Marketing Management for Tourism (20 credits)

  LEVEL 5 | Second Year of University - 8 Months

  • Business Reseach and Data Analytics (20) 
  • Travel and Tour Operations Management (20 Credits)
  • Hotel Operations Management (20 Credits)
  • Human Resource Management (20 credits)
  • Sustainable Tourism Management (20 Credits)
  • and more... 

  OTHM LEVEL 6 | Final Year of University - 8 Months

  • Strategic Marketing (20 credits)
  • Tourism Policy and Planning (20 credits)
  • Organizational Behavior and Performance (20 credits)
  • Technology in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry (20 credits)
  • Tourism and International Development (20 credits)
  • Researching Tourism and Hospitality Management (20 credits)

  
  Next - Master's Program
  As the Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Master’s degree programmes in the UK and abroad. 

  career specialist areas

  Career Pathways​

  
  Graduates of our program can pursue various exciting career opportunities, including:
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  • Flight Attendant: Providing top-notch service and ensuring passenger safety aboard commercial aircraft.
  • Airport Passenger Agent: Managing check-in procedures, boarding processes, and customer service at airports.
  • Hotel Operations Manager: Overseeing the day-to-day operations of hotels, ensuring guest satisfaction and efficient management.
  • Event Planner: Designing and executing memorable events, from corporate conferences to large-scale public events.
  • Aviation Management: Leading teams in airlines, airports, and aviation-related companies to improve efficiency and service delivery.
  • Marketing Manager: Crafting and executing marketing strategies to promote travel, tourism, and hospitality businesses.
  • Human Resource Manager (HRM): Managing talent and organizational development within hospitality and tourism enterprises.
  • Food and Beverage Manager: Overseeing dining operations and ensuring high standards of service and quality in restaurants, hotels, and other hospitality venues.
  • Travel and Tours Operations Manager: Coordinating and managing travel services and tour operations for travel agencies, tour companies, and other service providers.
  • Event Planning and Wedding Destination Manager: Specializing in the planning and execution of destination weddings and large-scale events, ensuring every detail is meticulously managed.
  • Visitor Services and Customer Service Manager: Enhancing visitor experiences in tourism destinations, attractions, and hospitality settings by managing frontline services and customer interactions.

  Teaching, Learning And Assessment 

  Why CHOOSE OUR PROGRAMS?

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  • Internationally Recognized Qualifications: Our OTHM Level 4, 5, and 6 diplomas are regulated by OFQUAL, ensuring your education meets the highest UK standards.

  
  

  • Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Courses are designed in collaboration with industry experts to reflect current trends and demands in the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors.

  
  

  • Career Support: We provide extensive career services, including study and work abroad opportunities, job placement for some training areas, Spanish language immersion trip abroad, and networking opportunities with industry professionals.

  
  

  • Global Opportunities: Our program prepares you for a global career, with the skills and knowledge to work anywhere in the world.

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  Join AIM University Group today and embark on a journey to a rewarding career in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries.

  WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT qualificationS AND LEVELS

  Qualification:  Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management

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  Program  Levels Explained

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  ​UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS (BACHELOR'S LEVELS - FIRST DEGREE EQUIVALENCY)
  

  • Level 4 Higher National Certificate | First year of the bachelor’s degree
  • Level 5 Diploma | Second year of a bachelor’s degree (same as a foundation degree, and associate degree)
  • Level 6 Diploma | Final year (same as the degree with honours – for example, Bachelor of Arts (BA) hons, and Bachelor of Science (BSC) hons

  
  GRADUATE PROGRAMS (MASTERS AND DOCTORATE LEVELS)
  

  • Level 7 | Postgraduate diploma, master’s degree, master’s degree top-up, master’s degree advanced entry. 
  • ​Level 8 | Doctorate degrees

  Qualification Structure

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  LEVEL 4 | Year 1 of a Three-year UK Bachelor's degree
  
  COVERED IN MONTHS 1- 8
  The Level 4 Diploma in ravel, tourism and Hospitality Management consists of six (6) mandatory units and two (2) electives, 120 credits, 1120 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT), and 640 Guided Learning Hours (GLH). Level 4 qualifications represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Higher National Certificates (HNC) and Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree programme.
  
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  LEVEL 5 | Year 2 of a Three-year UK Bachelor's degree
  
  COVERED IN MONTHS 9-16
  The Level 5 Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management consists of four (4) mandatory units and two (2) electives, 120 credits, 1120 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT), and 640 Guided Learning Hours (GLH). Level 5 qualifications represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diploma (HND), and Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree programme.
  
  
  LEVEL 6 | Year 3 (final year) of a Three-year UK Bachelor's degree
  
  COVERED IN MONTHS 17-24
  OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management consists of six (6) mandatory units, 120 credits, 1120 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT), and 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH). Level 6 qualifications represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Bachelor's Degrees with Honours, Bachelor's Degrees, Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Graduate Diplomas, Graduate Certificates. and Year 3 (final year) of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree programme.

  recognition, Accreditation and progression

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  ​The UK level 4, 5 and 6 awards are taught at AIMu and the awarding organizations are OTHM and BTEC. 

  • BTEC and OTHM have administered qualifications to students in over 80 countries worldwide. ​As OTHM and BTEC qualifications are approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulations), learners awarded at level 5 by these bodies gain direct entry into final year of a three-year UK bachelor's degree program, and learners with the level 6 award (same as a bachelor's degree) gain direct entry into a master's degree program.

  
  Progression 

  • After completing Level 6 or the BA or BSc degree, the learners may progress to any of the following: postgraduate diploma, master’s degree, master’s certificate, a US combined master’s and PhD.

  
  With a globally recognized qualification, you can study and work in the UK and abroad.  As an international student in Canada and the UK, you may work 20 hours during classes, 40 hours when classes break, and up to 3 years after graduating. International students in the US can work for12-18 months after graduating.

  duration and delivery

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  ​The undergraduate program in business utilizes a blended method of delivery, combining various modes of learning to provide a comprehensive educational experience over a period of 24 months of fulltime study. However, there is flexibility in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time and distance learning.
  
  The qualification is delivered through mixed methods of face-to-face in Kingston, online, and distance learning using lectures, tutorials, practicum, seminars, simulations, web activities, internship, and more... Learners may also study 100% online or by distance learning.
  
  Learners have the option to complete final year(s) at university at home or abroad.

  examinations and assessments

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  ​Tests and assessments are administered through examinations, projects, online activities, oral presentations, class participation, role playing, reflective journals and portfolios, case studies, simulations, group work and team projects, assessments during internships, and more...
  
  To achieve a 'pass' for a course, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified in the assignment criteria. Judgement that the learners have successfully achieved the assessment criteria is made by both the Internal and External Assessors.

  equivalency

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  • ​​​Level 4 Higher National Certificate: first year of the bachelor’s degree
  • Level 5 Diploma: second year of a bachelor’s degree (same as a foundation degree, and associate degree)
  • Level 6 Diploma: final year (same as a degree with honours – for example, Bachelor of Arts (BA) hons, and Bachelor of Science (BSC) hons

  Study and Work Abroad Experience 

  

  

  
  ​If you choose to study on this program, you can also enjoy a transformative journey abroad on the final year of study. The Three-Year-Abroad experience includes one year to enrich the final year of university and two additional years of work experience after you graduate. AIM University Group offers an extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. With our exclusive partnerships, top-notch academic programs, comprehensive support services, and focus on personal and professional development, AIMu equips you with the global perspective and skills needed to thrive in today's interconnected world.
  
  If you take up this option, you will travel abroad to study and work on this remarkable adventure, and pave the way for a future filled with international success.
  
  ​Apply now to embark on an unforgettable educational and professional journey with AIM University Group.

  

  Why choose Undergrad at AIMu?​

  • You want to join a vibrant academic community where students are dynamic and passionate participants in the learning process.
  • You want a widely-recognized higher education diploma approved by Ofqual - a department of the UK government. 
  •  You want to work and earn your degree from a university in your own country or abroad. This exciting opportunity gives you the chance to live, study and work abroad for one - to-three years. 
  • ​ You want to schedule and take the exam and coursework anytime you’re ready, rather than waiting for specific exam dates throughout the year.
  • ​You want your exam results the same day that you test.
  •  You want the most affordable and flexible diploma and degree program out there.
• ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  There are formal subject requirement for entry onto the undergraduate programs. You must possess any ONE of the following:
  
  ​For High School Seniors
  Personal essay, and a critical thinking test are done online. Also, submit proof any one of the following:

  • Four (4) CXC subjects incl English Language in grades 1, 2 & 3, or
  • SAT score 100 or higher
  • GED score 150 or higher on each of the test (minimum cumulative grade of 600)

  • GCE O' Level subjects incl English Language in A, B & C Grades

  
  For Mature Students
  Personal essay, and a critical thinking test done are online. Also, submit proof of the following:

  • Three CXC/CSEC subjects incl English Language, and 
  • Three years work experience​​
• ​24 MONTHS TUITION AND FEES
  (Eight (8) Months = One College Year)
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  LEVEL 4 | SAME AS YEAR ONE OF A UK BACHELOR"S DEGREE 
  Choose ONE Payment Term below:

  1. ​Annual-Payment:            US$2,250 for one college year OR
  2. Semester-Payments:      US$1,200 twice per college year OR
  3. Term Payments:              US$840 three times per college year​ OR
  4. bi-Semester Payments: US$650 twice in a semester OR
  5. Pay Per Course:              US$430 per course 
     
     

  LEVEL 5 | SAME AS YEAR TWO OF A UK BACHELOR'S DEGREE
  Choose ONE Payment Term below:

  1. ​​Annual-Payment:            US$2,250 for one college year OR
  2. Semester-Payments:      US$1,200 twice per college year OR
  3. Term Payments:              US$840 three times per college year​ OR
  4. bi-Semester Payments: US$650 twice in a semester OR
  5. Pay Per Course:              US$430 per course 

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  LEVEL 6 | SAME AS YEAR THREE (FINAL YEAR) OF A UK BACHELOR'S DEGREE
  Choose ONE Payment Term below:

  1. ​​Annual-Payment:            US$2,500 for one college year OR
  2. Semester-Payments:      US$1,300 twice per college year OR
  3. Term Payments:              US$890 three times per college year​ OR
  4. bi-Semester Payments: US$690 twice in a semester OR
  5. Pay Per Course:              US$480 per course

   Year three at AIMu may be substituted for final year abroad for the bachelor's degree top-up.
  
  
  
  OTHER FEES | EXTERNAL REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION AND ACCREDITATION FEES

  • You can finance the tuition by selecting a plan which breaks the annual tuition into semester, term, and bi-semester payments.
  • During the college term, you can expect to pay additional fees for practicum, registration, assessment and certification in year one and three.  These fees are NOT included in the quoted tuition for the program. Assessment and certification are external fees for levels 4, 5 & 6 made to the UK awarding body and can be modified at their discretion. Late entry of GBP50 is charged after the first six weeks of classes and the external fee is unpaid. If you have difficulty in managing the tuition, you can apply for AimU's Pay-Go Student Financing Program with up to forty months to complete the tuition.

  
  
  
  REFUND TERMS​​

  Note that, if for any reason you will not be able to commence the class, all refund requests must be submitted directly to the AIM University Group. Current students may contact the Student iHelpdesk and prospective students will email [email protected] for assistance or information.
  
  A) Fees
    1) The Application Fee is $30; AND the Holding Fee is $250.
    2) You will find program information, and annual tuition & financing information on the same program pages on this website.
  
  B) Terms Of Refund
  The Refund/Withdrawal Policy specifies that:
    1) The application fee and holding fee are non-refundable and non-transferable.
    2) Tuition paid by the student includes the holding fee.
  
  C) Conditions for the request approval,  amount refunded, and the deadlines for submitting the Refund Request Form
  Deadlines | When you submit the Refund Request Form
    i) two weeks before the start of the semester and up to the end of week one, 90% of the annual tuition (less the holding fee)
       is refundable.
    ii) In week two of the semester, 50% of the annual tuition (less the holding fee) is refundable.
    iii) At the start of week three of the semester, 0% of the annual tuition is refundable.
• ​ADMISSION PROCESS AND START DATES
  
  New courses are beginning in the months of January, February, May, June, September and October​
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  • Students seeking entry must first complete the AimU Application Form here. ​
  • Pay US$30 to apply. Click here for where to make the payment and submit a copy of the receipt.  
  • Submit the receipt showing the application fee. Upload the receipt here
  • Once we receive the application fee, you will immediately be scheduled for the online placement tests consisting of the Personal Statement, and Online Critical Thinking Test.  The Personal Statement is a written account of who you are, and the topics are selected so the selection committee can learn about you.  The Critical Thinking Test is a multiple-choice test made up of Mathematics and English questions. The pass score is 70%, and you can attempt the test three times.
  • After the selection committee, the Admission Office will email you an Offer Letter or a Provisional Letter.
  • To accept the offer of a place, you will make the first deposit on your tuition. This is $250, called the holding fee.
  • You will use the directions in the Offer Letter to access the financial and enrolment documents.
  • You will sign the financial documents, and upload them along with the holding fee receipt and personal documents e.g. school certificates, copy of birth certificate, and national ID. 
  • After submitting all the requirements, you will receive the formal Acceptance Letter.
  • Check the semester publication for the deadline for the tuition. You can pay the tuition in full or choose a payment plan.

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  ​APPLY NOW FOR YOUR DIPLOMA OR DEGREE
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Becoming a Flight Attendant & Work in Airport Operations.
​Navigating your Way to Success in Aviation.

AimU offers globally recognized qualifications. Because the programs are accredited and approved by Ofqual, our learners can start here and progress overseas to live, study and work for 3-5 years.

Apply now!