Travel and Tourism
like publication of hand book and
career exhibition for
higher secondary and UG students
The programme B.Com Tourism and Travel Management started in the year 2002 as a UGC Sponsored Vocational Programme with a sanctioned strength of 36 students and two teachers. At that time it was a unique course in the University offering a twin degree in Commerce as well as Tourism & Travel Management. Within a short span of time this programme gained its name and fame. In 2009 this course was converted to Model – III, B.com Tourism and Travel Management under CBCSS Scheme by the University. At present the programme has student strength of 140 students and 5 teachers.With a strong foundation in commerce subjects as well as in tourism related subjects, this dynamic curriculum design prepares the students to adapt to the demand and face challenges of today’s world. The course lays strong emphasis on commerce and related subjects. The programme has both theory and practical subjects as part of the syllabus.
The Travel and Tourism sector is the largest service Industry in India offering a diverse Portfolio of niche tourism products, opening up a deluge of opportunities for the aspiring students. The Department has been focusing on giving students hands on learning to build careers in the Tourism and Hospitality Sector.Every year our students come out with good academic ranks that add glory and honour to our course. The Department has been focusing on giving good placements to students at various reputable companies.The Department also embraces the Cultural talents in our students and this year our students achieved A grade in Group folk dance,Duffmuttu and Kolkali under MG University kalolsavam.
- The Department offers specialisation in papers like Airline and Airport Management and Aviation and Logistics.
- The Department organises International conferences every year in broad disciplines of study where the students can explore new research, ideas and trends in their specific discipline of study and network opportunities with professionals and experts around the globe.
- The Department conducts Collection Drive associating with GOONJ, a Non Governmental Organisation for the people who are affected by natural calamities in northern parts of India.
- The Department in collaboration with the District Promotion Council initiates many new innovative projects where the students get an opportunity to participate in the state's Tourism development activities.
- The Department takes the lead to organise and conduct interactive sessions and talks with experts and professionals in the field of Travel and Tourism.
- The Department organises and conducts National Tours from 10 to 15 days and International tour for the Final year students.
- The Department runs Industrial visits, Nature camps and Destination visits for their students to gain an in-depth knowledge in their topics of study.
- The Department celebrates World Tourism day and International Picnic day each year to commemorate Tourism.
- The Department organises 1 month internship to students in their specific domain of study that provides a work related experience and creates a professional network.