BA Tourism and Hospitality Management

Tourism is the fastest growing industry in the world which plays crucial role in the global economy. It is dynamic, customer-focused, and provides graduates with exciting worldwide career opportunities.

VPU offers a 3-year full-time degree programme, which leads to BA in Tourism and Hospitality Management. This programme of study combines both academic and practical aspects of tourism, allowing students to gain first-hand industry experience, as well as an unforgettable adventure and an appreciation of different cultures. An important part of this programme is the opportunity to meet and listen to professionals in the tourism and hospitality industries, through guest lectures at the University, and through study visits to hotels, theatres, tourist sites, hotels and entertainment venues

PLACEMENT

Practical trainings play an important role in preparing students to meet the requirements of the job market. That is why, there are various placement opportunities available locally, nationally and internationally. Practical training settings in Lublin include the Europa Hotel and the Grand Hotel, whereas international settings include hotels and holiday resorts in such countries as Greece or Spain.   

CAREERS

The graduates of Tourism and Hospitality Management BA have sufficient qualifications for working in travel agencies, hotels and eateries, sports centres, holiday and recreational centres, state and self-government administrational organizations and as Tour Guides. They are also prepared for starting their own business. Positions held by the graduates in the above-mentioned hospitality areas are highly varied and challenging, and include a leisure centre manager, hotel manager, guest services manager, business centre manager, head of sales and marketing, and a quality advisor