Diploma in Tourism Management

Tourism Management is a two-year diploma program at Nova Scotia Community College preparing students for management and operational roles across the tourism, hospitality and events sectors. The curriculum covers the processes and best practices involved in creating, developing and managing visitor experiences, with coursework in accommodations, foodservice operations, customer service, human resources, finance, marketing and leadership. Students complete a mandatory cooperative education placement of more than 600 hours in the third and fourth terms, applying classroom learning in a live workplace setting. The program also prepares graduates to earn industry certifications, including Responsible Beverage Service, Basic Food Certification and Emergency First Aid/CPR Level C. An optional international learning expedition elective is available for an additional fee. Graduates pursue careers in tourism operations, event planning, hospitality management and destination marketing. The program begins in September and is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit.