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Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management, major in Travel Operation and Service Management (4 years)

Offered by the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management  – Department of Tourism Management

Description.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT  is a four-year degree program related to the fields of hospitality and tourism education. It provides students the opportunity to become directly involved in managing and planning the world’s biggest people industry – tourism.  This concentrates on courses such as history, travel, language, and other cultural aspects. It provides exposure and training of becoming experts in management of the travel, tour, and hospitality industry and will lead students to a journey toward a senior role in the exciting, diverse, and growing industry.

The BS Tourism Management program has two areas of specialization: (1) Major in Travel Operations and Service Management, and (2) Major in Recreation and Leisure Management.

The BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT Major in Travel Operations and Service Management program covers the study of various components focusing on the management, operations, and service delivery relevant to the travel and tourism industry. It encompasses technical, practical, and professional learning and application of skills with respect to specific areas such as travel agency management, tour arranging and planning, travel industry operations and procedures, tourism marketing and promotion strategies, travel counseling, travel industry law, international and domestic operations, and travel and tourism policy.

Becoming Part of the Program

The University of Santo Tomas, in pursuit of truth, guided by reason and illumined by faith, dedicates herself to the generation, advancement, and transmission of knowledge to form competent and compassionate professionals committed to the service of the Church, the nation, and the global community.

I am a Thomasian. I carry the SEAL of Thomasian education. I am a S ervant leader, an E ffective communicator and collaborator, an A nalytical and creative thinker, and a L ifelong learner. With Christ at the center of my formation as a Thomasian, I am expected to demonstrate the following Thomasian Graduate Attributes ( ThoGAs ): 

SERVANT LEADER 

• Show leadership abilities to promote advocacies for life, freedom, justice, and solidarity in the service of the family, the local and global communities, the Church, and the environment. 
• Implement relevant projects and activities that speak of Christian compassion to the poor and the marginalized in order to raise their quality of life. 
• Show respect for the human person, regardless of race, religion, age, and gender. 

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR AND COLLABORATOR 

• Express oneself clearly, correctly, and confidently in various environments, contexts, and technologies of human interaction.
• Work productively with individuals or groups from diverse cultures and demographics. 
• Show profound respect for individual differences and/or uniqueness as members of God’s creation. 

ANALYTICAL AND CREATIVE THINKER 

• Show judiciousness and resourcefulness in making personal and professional decisions. 
• Engage in research undertakings that respond to societal issues. 
• Express personal and professional insights through an ethical and evidence-based approach. 

LIFELONG LEARNER 

• Engage in reflective practice to ensure disciplinal excellence and professional development. 
• Exhibit preparedness and interest for continuous upgrading of competencies required by the profession or area of specialization. 
• Manifest fidelity to the teachings of Christ, mediated by the Catholic Church, in the continuous deepening of faith and spirituality in dealing with new life situations and challenges. 

PEO1. Exhibit Christian leadership by promoting life advocacies through project implementation for social and economic transformation 

PEO2. Practice effective interpersonal and communication skills through collaboration, use of information technology, and respect for cultural heritage and diversity 

PEO3. Assess industry-academe trends and issues to generate research and business undertakings in tourism and hospitality through the basis of specific standards and criteria within personal, professional, societal, and ethical contexts 

PEO4. Employ a solid understanding and the need for continuous upgrading of the managerial and operational competencies of tourism and hospitality through reflective practice consistent with the global standards and Christian values 

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates should be able to:

PO1. perform leadership skills in various areas of tourism through advocacy programs that aim to improve the quality of life of both local and global communities;

PO2. engage in meaningful collaboration, communication, and processing of information through technology to effectively perform assigned tasks in a diverse cultural environment;

PO3. apply analytical and quantitative skills to formulate business decisions producing quality research and business outputs that respond to tourism and hospitality issues and trends compliant with the laws of the society; and

PO4. demonstrate the ability to perform basic supervisory job functions, as well as entrepreneurial competencies, manifesting Christian values, in the tour, travel, leisure and recreation, and hotel and restaurant careers.

In addition, graduates of BS in Tourism Management Major in Travel and Operations Management should be able to create concrete plans for the different stakeholders through service learning, manifesting global innovations in varied forms of communication and collaboration (PO5-TOSM). 

Application Period: July to December of each year

Application Website

Release of Results: January 28 of the following year

Go to  THIS PAGE and look for the “College of Tourism and Hospitality Management” tab for the tuition fees.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of BS in Tourism Management, Major in Travel Operations and Service Management may be a/an:

Area Supervisor

Ground Handling Personnel

Training Staff

Area Manager

Group Coordinator

Ticketing Manager

Administrative Assistant

File Clerk 

Tourism Center Director

Airline Purser

Flight Attendant

Airline Manager

Information Specialist

Tour Planner

Communications Specialist

Media Specialist

Travel Promotions Staff

Country Manager

Media Coordinator

Travel Representative

Customer Service Representative

Media Liaison

Travel Editor

Customer Service Quality Director

Manager of Travel Literature

Travel Photographer 

Chief of News and Information

Operations Employee

Travel Writer

Director for Customer Care

Package Tour Coordinator

Travel Counselor (Domestic / International)

Economic Development Specialist

Product Development Manager

Research Analyst

Reservation Agents

Public Information Officer

Research Director

Reservations Manager

Public Relations Officer

Reservationist

Since the program includes business-related courses, a BS in Tourism Management graduate may also be a/an: 

Sales Representative

Commercial Account Specialist

Trainee Group Consultant

Marketing Analyst

Sales and Marketing Manager

Customer Analyst

Advertising Specialist

Management Personnel (4 functional areas-HR, Marketing, Operations, Finance plus IT)

Financial Analyst

Marketing Coordinator

Senior Manager of Strategy and Marketing

Merchandising Analyst

Advertising Manager

Student Experience and Support

Department of Tourism Management Facilities

The University of Santo Tomas provides student services that cater to academic, spiritual, and wellness concerns of students. These support units are found in the different parts of the campus and can be accessed by Thomasians. When the University shifted to distance learning, the services also transitioned to online services to continue addressing the needs of Thomasians.

Program Curriculum (New)

Effectivity: A.Y. 2023-2024

This curriculum may have some changes upon the availability of new guidelines.

Effectivity: A.Y. 2021-2022

Effectivity: A.Y. 2019-2020

Effectivity: A.Y. 2018-2019

Student Life

The Tourism Management Department regularly offers immersion programs for the students to see and gain first-hand knowledge of how the industry works. From hotels, cruise lines, and community immersions, various adventures await you!

Our students regularly participate in various tourism-related contests, such as PHILTOA, UFTE, Domestikwhiz, TourCon, and HRT.

Apart from classroom learning and industry immersions, the college also has educational tour for the students. One of the most awaited highlights of being a Tourism Management student is the exciting domestic tours in Cebu, Bohol, Palawan and international tours in South Korea, Japan, China, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Our students are often invited to assist and become ushers for University activities inside and outside the campus giving them more exposure and a chance to practice service and hospitality skills they learn in the classroom namely, Papal Visit, diplomatic missions, national and international events, UAAP, etc.

The University of Santo Tomas is one of the leading private research universities in the Philippines and is consistently ranked among the top 1000 universities in the whole world. With academic degrees and research thrusts in the natural, health, applied, social, and sacred sciences, as well as business and management, the University continuously strives to make a positive impact on the society.

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UP Asian Institute of Tourism

The University of the Philippines – Asian Institute of Tourism (AIT) offers higher tourism education courses in the Philippines. AIT is the first school in Southeast Asia to offer a Bachelor of Science degree program in Tourism and graduate courses focused on Tourism Development and Management.

Bachelor of Science in Tourism

A four-year course focused on developing leaders with a broad understanding and knowledge relevant to tourism development and management.

To be admitted to the BS Tourism Program, a student must either be a 1st Year Student accepted in the UP College Admission (Test)

Graduate Diploma in Tourism Development and Management

The Graduate Diploma in Tourism Development and Management (GDipTDM) which leads to the Master of Science in Tourism Development and Management (MSTDM) program are intended to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex processes of development and management of a globally competitive tourism industry.

Master of Science in Tourism Development and Management

Only students who have successfully completed the Graduate Diploma can proceed to the Masters program.

Students must complete the required 21 units of the Graduate Diploma program.

About UP Asian Institute of Tourism

Located at Commonwealth Avenue, AIT is under the administration of the Diliman Campus of the University of the Philippines. The AIT building houses the AIT Library, administrative offices, classrooms, function areas, seminar rooms, and lounge hall for students. Being at the heart of Quezon City - Metro Manila, AIT is within close proximity to numerous parks, museums, heritage sites, business districts, and government offices. Read more about us here.

The establishment of the UP Asian Institute of Tourism (AIT) was a long-cherished dream of the tourism industry. As far back as 1973, discussions among tourism agencies had already been in place for the creation of an academic institution focusing on tourism. This was followed by a tripartite agreement among the Department of Tourism, the Philippine Tourism Authority (now reorganized as the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority) and the University of the Philippines.

In February 26, 1976 The Asian Institute of Tourism was formally confirmed by the University of the Philippines Board of Regents as a degree-granting unit of the University of the Philippines Diliman. As Southeast Asia’s first higher academic learning institution focusing on tourism, the UP AIT Complex was formally inaugurated on November 20, 1978. The complex had two main areas – the school side which housed classrooms and learning facilities– and the AIT House, a 27-room hotel.

The hotel ceased operations in 1994 which paved the way for AIT to focus on the demands of tourism research, technical assistance, and other extension services all over the country. Through the years, AIT has been praised for developing knowledge, helping build capacity, and designing programs that are innovative and truly revolutionary. Read more here.

"A world-class provider of tourism education, research and extension services, driving human resource capital development in the Philippines and Southeast Asia."

"To develop innovative leaders in tourism development."

"To provide relevant education, research, extension services."

"To serve the needs of our students, alumni, the tourism industry, government, local communities and other stakeholders, in a manner that optimizes resources."

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Frequently asked questions.

Have a question in mind? We listed down some of the Frequently Asked Questions in the graduate program to help guide you. If you have further questions not covered in this FAQ, please send us an inquiry through [email protected]

Have a question in mind? We listed down some of the Frequently Asked Questions to help and guide you. If you have further questions not covered in this FAQ, please send us an inquiry through [email protected]

How to apply in the BS Tourism Program? To be eligible in the BS Tourism Program, you need to pass the UP College Admission (UPCA)/UP College Admission Test UPCAT). For students who are planning to shift or transfer to the BS Tourism program, you must have completed 30 units of coursework (if you are from other UPD units or other UP campus) or 33 units of coursework (if you are from other college and university) The documentary requirements can be found here . For more information and other queries, send an email with your concern to [email protected]

Are there scholarship offerings for UPAIT students? The graduate program of UPAIT offers the MSTDM scholarship award, with one awardee annually. For other scholarship opportunities for BS Tourism and Graduate Program, visit the UP Diliman Office of Scholarships and Grants Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/UPDilimanOSG

The UP AIT Alumni Association also offers an educational assistance in cash to deserving third and fourth year students.

Graduate Programs

What courses are offered in the graduate program of up ait, where can i get a description of the courses in the graduate program, i am a non-tourism degree graduate, am i eligible to apply to the graduate diploma in tourism development and management, eligibility and admissions, what are the requirements for admission to the graduate program, will i still be considered for admission if my work experience is not in the field of tourism, will you credit the graduate diploma/master courses/subjects that i took in another college or university, what is the coverage of the entrance exam, how do i apply to the graduate diploma in tourism development and management program.

The application process is conducted online. Please ensure that you have read and understood the program details before submitting your application here . Once you have completed the application requirements, you can now proceed to submit your application.

Credits, Schedule and Program Duration

What is the schedule of classes i have a full-time job and am taking the course part-time., what is the full load for a regular graduate student, how many units do i have to take to earn a graduate diploma or master’s degree, how long will it take for me to finish the graduate diploma (gdiptdm) and the master degree (mstdm) if i go on full load.

Full-time GDipTDM students, taking a normal load, may complete the degree in three semesters (approximately 1.5 years). The time limit for the completion of all diploma requirements shall be no more than two (2) years starting from the student’s first enrollment in the course and shall include all leaves of absence from the program.

If GDipTDM graduates choose to continue to MSTDM, you must complete an additional 19 units (Plan A, thesis track) or 16 units (Plan B, non-thesis track), which may be taken in two semesters and one mid-year term. The time limit for the completion of the Master’s requirements shall be three (3) years, starting from the student’s first enrollment in the course and shall include all leaves of absence from the program.

Are there time limits or maximum residency requirements for the program?

Tuition fee and financial assistance, how much is the cost per unit and what is the estimated cost of tuition fees per semester, are financial assistance and scholarships available to help defray cost of tuition fees and other living expenses.

Students and prospective applicants are requested to search for available grants or scholarships at the University of the Philippines Office of Scholarships and Student Services.

For list of available scholarships visit the website of the University of the Philippines Office of Student Scholarships .

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UP Asian Institute of Tourism, Commonwealth Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City 1101

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Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM)

Tourism is global. By studying this program only the sky is the limit to where you can work and what you can do. The Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) curriculum was designed to provide a deeper understanding of tourism as an activity, how the tourism industry is organized and developed, how it influences society locally and globally, and how contemporary issues affect the industry and the people. It also integrates dynamic changes and strategic development in the industry.

As the speed of globalization and technological advancement continues to deliver the shift in policies, business practices, and consumer behavior shape the tourism and hospitality industry, it becomes even more dynamic and professionally compelling for skills to be enhanced. In response, the curricular revision consistently establishes the BS in Tourism Management program of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines to ensure true impact and greater sustainability with long-term engagement from supporting partnerships, and resultantly equipping students for a future characterized by the VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous) environment. Similarly, the revision commits to contributing to the university’s existing performance rating in its pursuit of being acknowledged as a National Polytechnic University.

Program Description

The BSTM program integrates the theory and practice of business tourism to produce highly preferred managers and creative entrepreneurs who are globally competitive with their practical and critical skills, strong work values of resilience, ethics, and service – culture (main goal)

This multidisciplinary program prepares students to contribute to fostering a highly competitive and environmentally sustainable tourism industry that focuses on creating inclusive growth. (NTDP 2015-2022, UN-SDGs) (theoretical foundation).

Graduates qualify for a broad range of opportunities encompassing tourism and other allied industries to perform technical, practical, entrepreneurial, and professional tasks relevant to the different pillars of tourism, such as tour and travel operations, transportation, accommodation, food and beverage, events management, entertainment and recreation, research, tourism planning, and development and other allied services (key features of the program).

Program Learning Outcomes

• Possess the ability to strategically plan, implement, and monitor tours, sales activities, Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE), and other travel related services.
• Conduct tourism research, tourism planning, and a wide range of tour guiding activities, deliver informative, engaging, and culturally sensitive tours, showcasing in-depth knowledge of destinations.
• Develop and execute marketing programs, coordinating essential travel services, and leveraging information technology applications.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate tourism sites and attractions to contribute to sustainable and captivating destinations, enhancing their appeal to diverse travelers.
• Demonstrate proficiency in preparing and monitoring tourism industry-specific financial transactions and reports.
• Collaborate with local communities to co-create tourism initiatives that respect and benefit the rich Filipino cultural heritage and engage in community-based tourism projects that empower local residents.

Job Targets

Entry Level

• Travel Account Executive
• Counter Sales Representative
• Travel Information Desk Staff
• Promotions Staff
• Training Staff
• File Clerks
• Group Coordinator
• Operations Employee
• Reservations Agent.
• Customer Service Representative
• Public Relations Personnel

Advance Level

• Corporate Travel Account Officer
• Airline Attendant (In-Flight/Ground)
• Tour Coordinator
• Reservation Staff
• Tour Planner
• Airport Representative
• Liaison Officer
• Ticketing Staff
• Bookkeeping Clerk
• Call Center Agent
• Casino Dealer
• Office Clerk
• Kitchen Asst.
• Museum Guide
• Themed Park Ride Operator
• Hotel Housekeeping Staff
• Cruise Food and Beverage Staff
• Cruise Utility Staff
• Front Office Staff
• Travel Photographer
• Call Center Agents
• Travel Consultant
• Admin Assistant
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Courses and Descriptions

Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management is a (4) four-year degree program that provides students a concrete view in the field of tourism. This program leads to expertise in management of tour-operating agencies, as well as other jobs in the travel, events and hotel sector. It aims to address the need for professionals who can help in promoting the tourism and hospitality industries in the Philippines. The curriculum is designed to develop skills in critical thinking, creative problem solving, research, intellectual curiosity, and operational competencies. The combination of theories learned inside the classroom, industry immersion and on-the-job training will prepare the students to be globally competitive in tourism management operations.

Courses offered:

• Risk management
• Macro & Micro in Tourism and Hospitality
• Philippine & Global Culture and Geography
• Multicultural Diversity
• Quality Service
• Professional Development
• Legal Aspect
• Sustainable Tourism
• Tour & Travel Management
• Operation Management
• Tourism & Hospitality Marketing
• Transportation Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Foreign Language 1&2
• Business Tools in Tourism
• Strategic Management

All classrooms and offices are fully air-conditioned. The lecture room and laboratories complied with CHED standards and can comfortably accommodate approximately 200 to 400 hundred students at any time. Fire

exits comply with government regulation. Fire extinguishers and smoke detectors are provided in prescribe areas to ensure quick and safe fire control.

• 3 Kitchen laboratories
• 1 Front Office, and Travel counter
• 3 hotel rooms
• 1 consultation room
• Faculty Room
• Function room
• Laundry area
• Campus Life
• Community Development
• Institutional Linkages
• Sustainability

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BACKGROUND The BSTM program covers the study of the various elements related to the travel and tour industry, highlighting the airline industry.  This four-year course  encompasses the technical, practical and professional learning relevant to the different facets of tourism such as travel and tour operations, transportation, accommodation, events management, tourism research, tourism planning and development, and other tourism services in keeping with the patterns and changes in tourism development.  

Re-accredited Level III status by PACUCOA as certified by FAAP

Affiliated with Union of Filipino Tourism Educators (UFTE), Asia Pacific Institute for Events Management, and  Philippine Association of Researchers for Tourism and Hospitality Inc.

Active participant in D.O.T., P.T.A.A., and Rajah Tourism and Knowledge Center organized/sponsored  tourism activities

High standard instruction with 100% Graduate Degree holders of faculty members handling professional and general education subjects

International Practicum Training Program in the U.S.A.

Holistic curriculum featuring a high-visible research culture, highlighted by presentation and publication of research in national and international conferences

PATTS Travel Bureau, an actual laboratory for organizing and coordinating tours, passport applications, etc. done by Tourism students

Enriched and innovative curriculum to meet the needs of the industry workplace ( with Passenger Service Agent course,  Cabin Crew training, and Airline Reservation and Ticketing Essential course)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

 Airline Flight Attendant

Airline & Tour Operator

Travel Account Officer

Tour Planner & Coordinator

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Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management

SPECIALIZATIONS

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Students will receive the following certificates upon completion of three courses, each consisting of three units, to recognize their specialization:

• Certificate in Leisure Management
• Certificate in Special Interest Tourism Operations

Description:

The Travel and Tours Management specialization evolves in the intricacies of travel operations and tour management. Students explore the fundamentals of planning, organizing, and executing travel experiences for individuals and groups. They will learn about popular destinations, cultural considerations, transportation coordination, and accommodation arrangements. Key topics include itinerary design, tour costing, risk management, and customer service strategies.

Students will receive certificates upon completion of three courses, each course consisting of three units, for specialization recognition.

• Certificate in Flight Attendant and Cabin Services
• Certificate in Airline Operation Services

Description: The Airline Management specialization focuses on the unique challenges and dynamics of the airline industry. The students will gain insights on airline operations, in-flight operations, ground operations, pricing and ticketing strategies, and regulatory compliance. They explore concepts such as revenue management, aircraft familiarization, customer experience enhancement, and crisis management in the context of aviation.

• Certificate in Global and International Tourism Relations
• Certificate in Tourism Leadership and Governance

This specialization prepares students to learn the intersection of tourism with international relations and diplomacy. It examines the role of governments, international organizations, and non-governmental entities in shaping tourism policies and practices. Students explore concepts such as destination branding, cultural diplomacy, sustainable tourism development, and crisis communication in multicultural contexts. They also study the impact of geopolitical factors on tourism flows and intercultural communication strategies.

• Certificate in Tourism Marketing Content Production
• Certificate in Tourism Marketing Communication

In this specialization, students learn to professionalize digital content creation and leverage digital technologies and platforms to create compelling content and execute effective marketing campaigns within the tourism industry. They develop skills in content creation, social media management, search engine optimization, website development, and digital advertising. Emphasis is placed on understanding consumer behavior, leveraging data analytics, and adapting to evolving digital trends to promote destinations, attractions, and tourism services effectively.

• Certificate in Sustainable Tourism Management
• Certificate in Hospitality Sustainability Operations

Description : The Tourism and Hospitality Sustainability Leadership specialization focuses on fostering environmentally and socially responsible practices within the tourism and hospitality sectors. Students explore concepts of sustainable development, resource management, community engagement, and ethical business practices. They learn to integrate sustainability principles into strategic decision-making processes, operations management, and stakeholder relations. Topics include green hospitality, corporate social responsibility, and destination stewardship. Graduates are equipped to lead initiatives that balance economic viability with environmental conservation and social equity in tourism and hospitality enterprises.

In 2001, FEU under the Institute of Accounts, Business and Finance or IABF offered the Tourism program to its students. The university provided the opportunity for the students to obtain a degree in Bachelor of Science in Commerce major in Tourism Management. The degree was structured to be a hybrid program offering a combination of hospitality and tourism courses, aiming to produce graduates who can work well in any division of the tourism industry.

By 2007, the BSC Tourism Management student population has steadily grown, with almost a thousand students in all year levels. In 2010, the BSC Tourism Management program was replaced with BS Tourism Management which gained government recognition under CHED memorandum order (CMO) no. 30. The Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITHM) was then formed in 2011 to manage the BS Tourism Management and BS Hotel and Restaurant Management programs.

The current Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) program is a four-year degree program with two tracks, namely Event Management and Travel and Tours Management. It prepares students for management positions in some of the largest and fastest-growing economic sectors worldwide in the tourism industry.

In this program, students acquire essential industry knowledge and leadership skills in hospitality finance and development, marketing and revenue management, conference and special event planning, tourism destination policy and promotion, and food and beverage operations, both in and out of the classroom. They gain hands-on experience through internships and events while building a valuable portfolio of professional experience and an extensive network within the industry even before they graduate, ahead of their peers. With creativity and entrepreneurship as their leverage, students are prepared to push the boundaries of this growing global industry.

BSTM graduates belong to Level VI (Baccalaureate) of the Philippine Qualifications Framework (under qualification code number 61015) and are also recognized under the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework.

Additionally, the BSTM program has achieved Level I formal accreditation status under the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA) since November 2016.

The program welcomes all interested students from any senior high school track provided they reach the required minimum score in the FEU College Admission Test (FEUCAT). All incoming first year students must adhere to the University’s admission requirements as prescribed by the Admission and Financial Assistance Office.

In accordance with FEU’s mission and vision, the BS Tourism Management Program responds to the high standards of the Tourism industry by providing the best professionals in the field. It aspires to produce graduates who shall take on the leadership and innovative roles in the rapidly changing global tourism environment while embodying the FEU’s core values of fortitude, excellence, and uprightness.

Students are trained and exposed to highly-competitive environment that includes sectors from include travel agency and tour operations, hotels, global distribution system, transportation (air, land and water) and airport support companies.

Taking a holistic approach on internship, BSTM has partnered with the public sector agencies and institutions such as the Department of Tourism, the Tourism Investment Enterprise Zone Authority, the National Parks Development Committee, the Intramuros Administration, the National Museum, the Bureau of Immigration, and the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, among others.

In preparation for the ASEAN Integration, the BSTM program equips students with competencies based on the various qualifications under the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). Students also receive Certificates of Achievement after finishing their Events Management course and may apply for a Certified Events Planner Qualification Certificate from the Asia Pacific Institute of Events Management (APIEM), an international organization based in the United Kingdom.

BSTM also adheres with the prescribed objectives for tourism management education, as indicated in the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) memorandum order (CMO) no. 62, series of 2017.

Common to all programs

Graduates of FEU can:

• Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field of practice;
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing using English, Filipino, mother tongue language, and an appropriate Foreign Language required by the industry;
• Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams; and
• Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility
• Preserve and promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA No. 7722)

Common to tourism and hospitality disciplines:

Graduates of the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITHM) can:

• Demonstrate knowledge of tourism industry, local tourism products and services;
• Interpret and apply relevant laws related to tourism industry
• Observe and perform risk mitigation activities;
• Utilize information technology applications for tourism and hospitality;
• Manage and market a service-oriented business organization;
• Demonstrate administrative and managerial skills in a service-oriented business organization;
• Prepare and monitor industry specific financial transactions and reports;
• Perform human capital development functions of a tourism oriented organization; and
• Utilize various communication channels proficiently in with guests and colleagues

Specific to the BSTM program

BS Tourism Management graduates can:

A graduate of BS Tourism Management should be able to but not limited to:     

• Develop and execute strategic management initiatives and activities for travel and tours, integrating heritage, cultural, and geographical factors to enhance the overall experience and promote sustainable tourism.
• Design and execute various tour guiding management and operational related programs and activities.
• Formulate and implement research, marketing strategies, innovative travel and tours services and utilize   cutting-edge  technology in tourism operations.
• Formulate and execute sustainable development strategies for management and operational excellence.
• Analyze and synthesize strategies for optimizing  tourism attractions and site management towards visitors ‘satisfaction through the design, execution, and assessment of programs and activities.
• Critically plan, evaluate  and implement long term sustainable practices, considering the economic,  social and environmental impact.
• Design and orchestrate comprehensive Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) events with a focus on best practices of sustainability, innovation  and strategic impact.  

The BSTM program offers diverse career options for its graduates. The following are some industries and positions for which they can apply:

Transportation sector

• Airline s:  Cabin crew, Ground attendant, Sales and Marketing Manager, Passenger Service Representative, Reservations and Ticketing Officer, Training Manager
• Sea:  Cruise Line Director, Documentation Officer/ Supervisor, Chief Steward/Stewardess, Reservations Officer, Booking Supervisor, Training Manager
• Land : Reservations Officer, Reservations Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, Operations Manager

Travel agency / tour operation sector

• Tour Guide, Travel Agency Manager/ Agent, Reservations and Ticketing Manager, Documentations Department Manager, Leisure Product Developer, Front Desk Officer, Tourism Information Assistant, Marketing Officer, Liaison Officer

Hotel Sector

• Accounts Executive, Banquet Manager, Events Planner, Front Office Staff, Sales Representative, Marketing Officer, Hotel Representative, Researcher and Developer, Training Manager

Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Events

• Events Manager, Events Coordinator, Events Host, Events Stylist, Product Developer

Public / civil service

• Planner, Developer, Researcher, Marketing Officer, Project Development Specialist, Liaison Officer, Tourism Diplomat, Training Officer
• Lecturer, Researcher, Training Consultancy

The BSTM program uses varied approaches in tourism management education, adapting to the needs of our students and the demands of the changing global work environment in the tourism profession. This allows the program to stay competitive and relevant in the field.

Program Curriculum

General Education (GE) courses comprise most of the required units during the first two years of the program. These are university-wide courses intended to develop the students’ key academic skills and competencies such as persuasive communication and innovative thinking. The University upholds that developing such basic competencies helps prepare students towards becoming independent learners as they progress in their respective programs and eventually, their careers.

Alongside their GE courses, BSTM students must also undertake professional tourism courses depending on their chosen track.

Event Management Track

The BSTM – Event Management Track aims to produce graduates who are equipped to professionally handle different types of meetings and events in diverse settings. Business and technical skills in event management such as event project planning and implementation, financial management, facilities management, event program design, and the like are honed through case study analyses, event proposal creation, presentations, and actual handling of several events.

Professional skills such as conscientiousness, leadership, teamwork, and time management are also developed through theory and practice. Graduates of this track may venture into event management-related businesses, event consulting, and work in tourism, hospitality, and corporate fields where specialized skills in event management are required.

FEU-ITHM strengthens its Event Management track with international and industry-recognized certifications such as the Certificate of Achievement and Certified Events Planner from the Asia Pacific for Events Management (APIEM) and National Certifications III in Event Management from the Technical Education Skills and Development Authority (TESDA).

Travel and Tours Management Track

Meanwhile, the Travel and Tours Management Track aims to produce graduates with comprehensive knowledge in the management, operations, and service delivery of the different sectors of the tours and travel industry.

The professional, business, and travel-related skills are developed to prepare students to take entry-level, supervisory, and even entrepreneurial positions in tour and travel operations and related fields in multi-cultural settings.

On top of the knowledge and competencies focused on travel agency management, tour marketing and promotions, tourism laws, domestic and international tourism operations, specialized skills in recreation and leisure, destination management, and heritage tourism are also developed.

Afterward, students are required to perform internal auditing research works and feasibility studies and undertake 600-hour supervised apprenticeship training in various auditing and accounting firms and other accredited business firms.

Students are also trained to become well-rounded, socially and morally responsible citizens through the National Service Training Program (NSTP) and the Wellness and Recreation Program (WRP) of the University. Under WRP, students can choose to attend a diverse array of short courses intended to develop their physiological and emotional well-being as well as their sense of belonging in the community and their social responsibility.

Teaching-Learning Approaches

The BSTM program utilizes multiple teaching-learning approaches catering to students’ needs and empowering them as independent learners and outstanding tourism management professionals in the future. These approaches include:

Student-centered learning

Following the University’s educational philosophy and learning paradigm, the BSTM program utilizes methods which encourage active and collaborative learning engagements between the students and the teachers. Through dynamic activities and tasks, students are empowered to take responsibility for their own learning rather than become passive recipients of information in the classroom.

Didactic approach

Fundamental knowledge in management concepts, principles, and laws are taught through a mix of discussions and lectures.

Interdisciplinary approach

The BSTM program equips students with the ability to see the various aspects of professional tourism management practice through multidisciplinary lenses and perspectives. This, together with their liberal GE courses in the field of arts, humanities and social sciences, encourage well-rounded development for our students.

Blended learning

BSTM facilitates ubiquitous learning in its courses through online virtual classrooms, online modules and web resources. The program primarily uses Canvas, the official learning management system (LMS) of FEU and a globally recognized platform among leading educational institutions worldwide.

Research-based approach

Students are encouraged to conduct research work, while professional courses also utilize research-based materials such as case studies and feasibility studies to ensure the delivery of updated information about current industry standards and practices.

Assessment and Research Work

Tourism Management is a skills-based program designed to develop and hone the students’ capabilities through the assessment of their critical thinking, communication, customer service and other related skills that are essential in the tourism and hospitality industry.

Aside from the traditional pen and paper assessments, BSTM students prepare and deliver presentations on current issues and specific topics about tourism. Before the end of each semester, students are expected to apply these skills in their respective actual culminating activities (ex. Handling local and international events).

Research is part of the students’ coursework in most of their professional courses like tourism impacts and sustainability, ecotourism, entrepreneurship, among others. Their topics must be aligned with the tourism agenda of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

Tourism students are expected to finish 500 hours of internship in reputable tourism-related companies, both private and government, such as airlines, airports, travel agencies, hotels, casinos, recreational facilities, among others.

They also have an option to complete their internship in other countries such as in the USA, Thailand, China and Vietnam. The Student Internship Abroad Program (SIAP) complies with CHED policy under  CMO no. 22, series of 2013 .

BSTM students must complete a total of 2,718 hours of course work, which includes 500 hours of internship. They also must achieve a minimum quality point average (QPA) of 2.4 by the end of their four-year program.

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Bachelor of science in tourism management.

The Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management prepares students for a successful career in the Tourism Industry. The new program curriculum was designed to develop the values, competencies, discipline and spirit of service in the context of our country’s rich multi-cultural heritage and within the framework of the multi-dimensional global community as well.

The special feature of the program is the two level hands-on training that exposes our students to the diverse Tourism industry with help from our partners: hotels, transportation and travel management companies. The school also has partnered with the Department of Tourism and other government offices for students’ practicum. This is to produce immediately employable graduates who are qualified to render professional services to the various sectors of the industry.

The program received Level 1 status by The Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU) on February 3, 2016.

Master of Science in Tourism Management

PWU’s Master of Science in Tourism Management (MSTM) has the distinction of being the first Higher Educational Institution (HEI) in the country offering a masters degree which is wholly dedicated to the planning, development and management of the Tourism Industry. Other HEIs have their masters program diffused with courses in the hospitality sector, thus, defeating the purpose of achieving a higher goal of upgrading the professional knowledge, skills, and competencies in the sustainable development of the Philippine Tourism industry.

Through the years, PWU’s MSTM program has been producing qualified alumni who became tourism professionals working in the different sectors of the tourism industry: government, private entities, and the academe.

Career Opportunities include the following:

• Airline Sector – Flight attendant, Marketing Officer, Sales Manager, Lounge Receptionist/Information Officer, Passenger Service Representative, Ticketing Clerk, Aircraft Log Clerk, Airport Attendant, Flight Information Expeditor
• Travel Agency/Tour Operation Sector – Tourist Guide, Travel Manager/Agent, Product Developer, Travel Information Center Supervisor, Tourism Information Assistant, Marketing Officer, Liaison Officer
• Hotel Sector – Accounts Executive, Events Planner, Front Office Staff, Sales Representative, Marketing Oficer, Liaison Officer, Researcher and Developer.
• Cruise Industry – Cruise Line Director, Documentation Officer/Supervisor, Chief Steward/Stewardess, Social Director, Booking Supervisor, Events Planner
• Government – Planner, Developer, Researcher, Marketing Officer, Project Development Specialist, Liaison Officer, Tourism Attaché, Training Officer
• Academe – Lecturer/Faculty, Researcher, Education/Training Administrator Consultancy

The School was launched on the occasion of the celebration of the 87 th Anniversary of the Philippine Women’s University. The establishment of the School was in recognition of the role of tourism in the global economy, the continuous growth of international travel by impressive rates despite man-made and natural deterrents and the increasing demand for qualified manpower to satisfactorily service the changing and, often times, discriminating needs of tourists.

The operation of the School started with the offering of the Bachelor of Science in Tourism during the School Year 2006-2007 with the curriculum designed by the University. With the issuance by the Commission of the Memorandum Order No. 30 in June 2006 (otherwise known as CMO 30 series 2006) which mandated the adoption of the standard curriculum provided for in said CMO starting School Year 2007-2008, the School adapted the year-ago curriculum to that which was prescribed in the CMO and renamed the Program as the Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM). The new Program was in consonance with Executive Order No. 358 of 2004, institutionalizing a ladderized interface between technical vocational education and training (TVET) and higher education (HEI).

To promote the School and communicate to its public its deep commitment towards cultural and natural protection and preservation, to ensure sustainable development not only of the tourism industry but, more importantly, the economy at large, it established in July 2006 the Helena Z Benitez Global Forum on Sustainable Development. The Forum aims to provide a platform for the advancement of sustainable development and the sharing of ideas and experiences among the industry stakeholders, the academic community, and related sectors</p

Between September 2006 and July 2008, the School had organized and conducted the following fora:

• Ecotorism for Sustainable Development – September 15, 2006
• Tourism and Culture: In/Imperfect Harmony – November 24, 2006
• The Global Code of Ethics for Tourism – July 27, 2007
• 2007 World Tourism Day: Tourism Opens Doors for Women – November 21, 2007
• Climate Change and Tourism Responding to the Challenges – July 25, 2008

The above fora were held in cooperation with the Department of Tourism, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, and the Philippine Tourism Authority via technical and financial assistance.

Additionally, the School has held Annual Tourism Week Activities to celebrate either the World Tourism Day on September 27 of the Year, or the Tourism Week every 3rd Week of September as declared by the President Corazon C. Aquino during her administration.

The first dean was Dr. Evelyn B. Pantig who occupied the position from SY 2006-2007 thru SY 2008-2009. She was the former Undersecretary of Tourism while simultaneously serving the National Government as Chairman of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. She is a holder of Master of Business Administration from the De La Salle University, a doctorate degree in Business Management from the PWU, and units in PhD in Economics from the University of Sto. Tomas and University of the Philippines. She was also at one time the Chair of CHED’s Technical Panel on Business Management Education (TPBME). She left the University at the close of SY 2008-2009. The School was then taken over by the Dean of the School of Hospitality Management, Dr. Milagros Magsanoc, up to SY 2011-2012 upon her retirement. Dr. Ligaya Braganza then handled the School in SY 2012-2013 in her role as Divisional Dean of the Cluster on Tourism, Hotel and Restaurant and Food Technology until Dr. Pantig came back to the School to resume its deanship.

By virtue of PWU’s having been accorded an autonomous status by CHED in 2008, the School of Tourism was allowed to establish its Graduate School pursuant to the University’s Verticalization Program. The School structured its Masters of Science in Tourism Management (MSTM) Program as early as 2007 and started running it in SY 2009-2010. It produced its first set of graduates in SY 2011-2012, some of whom have since constituted the pool of BSTM faculty, commencing SY 2012-2013.

Full-Time Faculty

Dr. Ephraimuel Jose L. Abellana

Mabel Liza J. Cagadoc

Josephine M. Soliman

Angelo Chrisopher B. Agcaoli

Part-time faculty.

Executive Chef Juanito V. Victoriano

Dr. Azucena Palugna

Noven V. Santos

Message from the dean.

Awesome Patriots, Welcome!

In this School Year 2022-2023, I am honored and delighted to greet our passionate students and outstanding academic faculty members. Since the pandemic impacted the entire tourism industry’s activities, human resource engagements, day-to-day activities, and the livelihood of so many people throughout the world, it is with great joy and excitement that we begin this academic year full of hopes and actions. We were able to recover thanks to the optimistic outlook and perseverance of world citizens, and we are now equally prepared to meet new challenges and pursue our aspirations. Moving ahead for the fresh start of tomorrow, we continue to value the lessons learned and challenges faced during the past 29 months, and we never cease celebrating positivity and ongoing excellent outcomes in all challenges.

And as we celebrate, the United Nations’ World Tourism Organization’s 2022 global theme, “RETHINKING TOURISM,” is extremely important to the industry, to initiatives on sustainability in the public and private sectors, to talent and human resource management, to future alumni work and life balance in academia, and to tourism-related activities. All parties involved in the tourism industry anticipate the industry’s rapid change and recovery to move forward and plan what is best for the sector, which is one of the largest in the world and is the most in-demand for both tourists and locals who are involved in reciprocal business relationships and support. For us Filipinos, RETHINKING TOURISM is a continual process that involves looking back, learning new lessons, and achieving our life goals to have a better, more forward-thinking, yet insightful journey in the years to come following this health crisis. 

PWU School of Tourism is committed to producing great, patriotic, and responsive graduates who will flourish in today’s world and beyond. We help our graduates in all of life’s problems. This is true for the trailblazing graduates of the School of Tourism who have been trained with strong character to be unwavering in their pursuit of excellence and who achieved their academic degrees with aspirations and prayers. I implore you to always go forward and recognize the beauty of the tourist business of the future, where a bright future awaits you and your family’s aspirations. I am with you always in this now normal academic journey!

Mabuhay, TURISMO!

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The Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) is a four-year degree program in the Philippines that will train you in developing and implementing tourism campaigns, organizing and managing events, and following policies and standards related to investments, business regulations, procurement, and other miscellaneous procedures.

Some examples of courses that you may take while enrolled in this program include:

• Principles of Safety, Hygiene and Sanitation
• Principles of Tourism
• Culinary Arts and Sciences
• Business Computer
• Total Quality Management
• Philippine Tourism
• World Tourism
• Principles of Management
• Tourism Planning and Development
• Human Behavior in Organization
• Entrepreneurship and Business Planning
• Principles of Marketing
• Basic Finance
• Tourism Marketing
• Business Communication
• Management Information System
• Philippine History, Government and Constitution
• Tourism Research Methods and Techniques
• Tourism Impacts and Sustainability
• Basic Economics
• Events Management

Aside from taking the courses mentioned above, you may also undergo a minimum of 360 hours of On-the-Job training at tourism agencies, resorts, airports, and other companies or organizations involved in the tourism industry.

Qualified graduates of Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management can find employment as any of the following:

• Travel account representative
• Tour Coordinator
• Local Tourism Officer
• Airline flight attendant
• Tour Escort
• Staff of the Department of Tourism and other tourism-oriented institutions

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Hello . Dagdag kolang po , Morena po ang kulay ko at 5’2 lang po yung height ko.. hindi po ba ako naiiba kasi eh dba po ang tourism is matangkad maputi at maganda ? pero Dream kopo kasi maggng flight attendant eh , gusto kong mag travel at I know na may skills ako kaht na hindi ko complete sa qualifying appearance ng tourism …

Hi, Niksdc017!

Right now, we’re not aware of any programs that would automatically qualify a graduate of any particular school for a position at Philippine Airlines. From what we have seen from job advertisements in the past, companies don’t require applicants to be a graduate of any particular course or school as long as they meet the company’s requirements. So far, we haven’t encountered any companies that specifically require applicants to be beautiful or look a certain way. Instead, what they usually require is that applicants look presentable at all times. We haven’t encountered any clause about complexion, either. The height requirement is usually strict, though, because height can affect the attendant’s ability to perform their job. Still, if being a flight attendant is your dream, you might want to search around for companies that have lower height requirements. Requirements sometimes vary depending on the company, so it might be worth taking a shot.

Hello . BS Tourism Managment po course ko . Pag graduate kopo ba sa Wesleyan University Philippines eh mag kakaroon poba ko ng Job sa Philippine Airlines ? 🙂

Hi pwedi po bang magenroll pa sa pup kung 2years grad. Ako?

Magkno ang tuition fee ng hrm sa arraulio university cabanatuan?

Hi po. I’m a 4thyear student. Di ko pa po alam kung ano kukunin kong course. Kasi po nag dadalawang isip po ako sa tourism. Ask ko lang po kung makatapos po ako ng BSTM magiging isang turista lang po ba ko? And sabi denpo kasi ng teacher ko dati ang tourism and HRM daw po ay para sa mga mahihina ang utak lang?

Hello please answer this Talaga po bang kailangan matangkad at maganda,??? I have problem about my teeth so I’m gonna get braces for good sabi ng Friends ko dapat po maganda ang ngipin, totoo po ba yon? Kahit alam kong may skill naman ako

If you were referring to becoming a flight attendant, some companies do have specific preferences when it comes to physical appearances. For that, we suggest you check out their job advertisements to see what their usual requirements are.

If you were simply referring to enrolling in BS Tourism Management and pursuing the whole bunch of other jobs that it may lead you to, we believe that’s not really the case, especially if your skills, qualifications, and experiences are up to their standards.

Added information lang: sa kahit anong course ng PUP ay P12 lang per Unit and as far as I know walang maintaining grades ang Tourism. Hindi po ganun kahigpit sa requirements kaya po ako nakapasok xD (2nd year tourism student na po ako sa PUP) hehe.

good pm po anu po requirements pag grad na ng vocational tpos mag aaral ulit.gusto ko po ksi mag aral

hi po:) Ask kulang po itong Curriculum list for BS Tourism Management is only for a major subject right? do you have a minor curriculum list for Tourism Management? and i ask lng po na grad. po ako ng associate of HRM then kung mag transfer po ako dito s pup, meron po bang maintaining ng grades na dpat po ba no lower than 2.0? meron po kasi akong planned to enroll this coming 2nd semester.

Hi, Pathrick!

Nope. It includes both minor and major subjects. You can get a copy of the curriculum from the CHED website; however, it only contains the list of the recommended subjects — not necessarily the actual subjects that the school you’ll be enrolling at will require you to take — so it’s best if you’ll ask the school directly.

We’re not really sure about the “maintaining grades” part, so we suggest you ask PUP directly so they can give you a more accurate and detailed reply.

hello i just want to ask kung kailan po pwede mag exam this year ?

Excuse me, I just want to ask what are the requirements of this course for the students.

Hi, Shainna!

Requirements vary per school, so it’s best if you’ll contact the school you wish to enroll at so they can give you a more accurate and detailed reply.

Sa Batangas state university po

Hello po! 🙂 Magkano po tuition fee ng bstm?

Hi, Evangilen!

Tuition fees may vary per school, so we suggest you contact the school where you are thinking of enrolling at so they can give you an accurate and more detailed reply.

Hi, im wondering if height and looks really matter when it comes to taking BSTM, my height is 5’0 and i hope im qualified taking BSTM.

That would depend on which particular job you intend to pursue after you graduate. As far as we know, employers that are looking for tourism officers and tour escorts are not very particular with height and appearance as long as you have the skills and qualifications. Flight attendants, however, are required to meet specific height requirements and possess certain physical attributes.

I just want to know, is clear vision also a requirement?

So far, we haven’t heard of any such particular requirement. We suggest you still contact the school you are thinking of enrolling at to be sure, though.

Hello, i wondering if height and looks matters when it comes taking BSTM, my height is 5’0 and i hope im still qualified to that course.

May I ask, What are the qualifications an individual must carry in order to pursue this course, BSTM? And also, are there many job opportunities that would await me if I took this course? I’m currently in senior high and I am interested to pursue course, but carries the fact that Im still quite not sure, Thats why I visited your site to get an answer to my questions. Thank you in advance. 🙂

Hi, Ysabella!

Thank you for visiting our site.

If you meant educational attainment and things like that, any high school graduate can take the course. If you meant skills or attributes, having good organizational skills, communication skills, analytical skills, and multitasking skills would help.

You can get an idea of the number and kinds of jobs waiiting for tourism graduates from this page: http://job-search.jobstreet.com.ph/philippines/job-opening.php?key=tourism+management&location=&specialization=&position=&ss=1&by=search&src=11

MAGKANO ANG TUITION NG BSTM NG UP?

panu po maq inquire senyo ? kelan po yunq entrance exam for incominq freshman ? for next school year ?

Thanks for visiting our site.

We’re sorry, but we’re not an educational institution, so we don’t offer any of the courses listed on our site. You can find the list of schools that do offer BS HRM on the link below: http://www.courses.com.ph/bachelor-of-science-in-hotel-and-restaurant-management-in-the-philippines/

good pm po hndi po bshrm yunq kukunin kunq course bstm po !

Oh, sorry. Our mistake. You can find the list of the schools that offer BSTM on the post above. You can get their contact information from there.

Alternatively, you can also browse through our partial list of schools and their entrance exams for 2012. We haven’t updated it yet, but it might help give you an idea of their schedules. http://www.courses.com.ph/category/entrance-exam/

at magkano din po pag nag entrance exam magkano po ba. . hundred plus po ba to , , ,………

helow po,,,magkano po ba ang tuition fee dto sa pup sta mesa at kelan po pwede mag entrance exam,,,..

thank you po

From what we know, tuition fee was P 12.00 per unit last year. We just don’t know if there has been any increase.

You can find the entrance exam schedule on this page: http://www.prc.gov.ph/contact/default.aspx

hi gud pm 🙂 magkano po yung tuition fee ng tourism sa PUP ?

Hi, Shamae!

We’re sorry but we have no available information regarding the tuition fee for BS Tourism in PUP. You can find the standard tuition and miscellaneous fees that PUP imposes on this page: http://www.pup.edu.ph/Accounting/StudentServices/Fees.aspx , but for more specific details, it’s best if you’ll contact them directly so they can give you an accurate and more detailed response.

papaano po ba mag-inquire sa school na po ito ? at magkano po ba ang tuition fee dito , umaabot po ba sa magkano ?

Hi, Terence!

Just click the name of the school you want to enroll at and you’ll find more information about their contact information as well as their examination and admission requirements. We don’t have available information about their tuition fees, though, so it’s best if you’ll ask their official representatives for details.

Good luck! 🙂

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The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in significant declines in international tourist arrivals and receipts. It has also influenced destination preference, tourist demographic, travel motivation, and behavior. Recognizing health and safety as the new considerations in pursuing tourism activities in the better normal, this necessitated a reassessment of the current tourism industry by directing the attention from the usual destination-centric perspective to a value chain perspective. This chapter proposes a new paradigm for the better normal value chain by deconstructing the concepts of travel, tourism, and travel sectors and revisiting the concept of the tourism value chain (TVC) by mapping out the chain and its functional levels and integrating travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors in one value chain. Policymaking approaches such as reorganizing the value chain, empowering stakeholder involvement through coopetition, and resilience building in the face of possible adversities in the future should be adapted to achieve this suggested paradigm's goals. This analysis provides stakeholders with a broader understanding of the needed interventions in future-proofing the industry backed by industry trends in the better normal while fostering collaboration and offering flexibility to cope better in other possible shocks in the future.

Unlocking Tourism's Potential for Business Sustainability

The tourism industry's deep interindustry linkages makes it a significant engine of growth for an economy. When aligned with specific sustainability goals, it becomes an effective means of inclusive prosperity and environmental protection. Coming fresh from the lockdown, investors and stakeholders are more conscious of their investing and spending decisions preferring more and more businesses and industries with sustainable business practices ( Leal Filho et al., 2022 ). Specifically, tourism's generation of business and customer values must also extend to generation of value to the environment, society, and even on governance ( GIZ, 2020 ). This chapter, using a system's view approach, demonstrates how activities in the tourism value chain – besides being an engine of growth – can also be the vehicle to attaining environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspirations.

The Tourism Value Chain as Framework for Sustainable Tourism Economies: Challenges and Future Opportunities for Destinations

Tourism value chain (TVC) analysis has been widely used as an alternative approach for designing sustainable and inclusive programs for tourism development in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. This chapter looks at the experiences of three sustainable tourism initiatives in the Philippines to assess the strengths and limitations of the value chain as a framework for destination development. Short case studies describe the experiences of stakeholders in two popular destinations in the Philippines: the surfing town of San Juan, La Union, and the resort-island of Panglao, Bohol. The third case study shares the perspective of the Transforming the Tourism Value Chain (TTVC) project, a national campaign for more sustainable hotels, resort as well as meetings, conventions, incentives, and event (MICE) facilities in various destinations around the country. Stakeholders deeply involved in implementing these projects share their insights on the successes, challenges, and limitations of TVC-based approaches to resilient and sustainable destination development. The destinations' experiences suggest that the advocacy for sustainable management and operations may be comparable to a process of technology adoption or acceptance along the TVC. Practical and theoretical recommendations for leveraging the TVC toward more holistic and sustainable visitor economies are given at the end of this chapter.

Situating the Informal Sector in the Philippine Tourism Value Chain: Evidence, Opportunities, and Contentions in the Case of Binondo, Manila

Informality in the tourism sector of the Philippines is a pervasive phenomenon, yet only few studies have explored the former's contribution to the latter, especially at the local level. Hence, this chapter utilizes a tourism value chain model developed by the United Nations World Tourism Organization and Directorate-General for Development and Cooperation (DEVCO) to determine the presence and examine the role of the informal sector in various spheres of Binondo's tourism industry. Findings reveal that informality is thriving in the areas of transportation, food and beverage, handicraft, leisure, excursion, tours, and support services. Conversely, they are inexistent or less visible in the accommodation and tourism assets in destination segments. Moreover, the fragmented tourism value chain of Binondo is heavily shaped by three primary challenges, namely, difference in perception between decision-makers and economic actors, resistance to change by the informal sector, and lack of relevant data to support evidence-based policymaking. To address these issues, the local government of Manila City may hence consider the following policy options: (i) mainstream a “whole-of-locality” approach, (ii) conduct an industry mapping of Binondo's tourism value chain, (iii) facilitate linkages between formal and informal businesses, (iv) develop shared infrastructure and extend capacity-building to the informal sector, and (v) employ a regulatory sandbox approach.

II “Thinking Small” as a New Pillar of Sustainable Tourism

Going small yet getting big: paradigm shifts in business models toward inclusivity, sustainability, and long-term resilience and proofing in micro and local tourism.

The COVID-19 pandemic has reduced much of the complexities of human life, which has affected the multifaceted socioeconomic dimensions and sectors around the world. One of the main consequences of the pandemic is the reduction in physical mobility and shifting toward a more digitally enhanced platform, where activities may be continued given the imposed physical limitations. Global supply chains were broken down into regional and even local ones and travel has been reduced significantly across leisure and nonleisure reasons, among others. While we recognize that these changes would require substantial capital and financial investments, these will not be put to waste given that emerging models, practices, and trends are the “silver linings” of the pandemic onto the tourism sector. Given that one emerging advocacy is the sustainability of tourism destinations under the backdrop of environmental awareness, care, and sustainable use, we also look at how tourism goods and services are put on sale given the adoption of new models. Finally, we envelope the pandemic experience and the induced iterations of local tourism initiatives as an opportunity to look for new and revitalized tourism innovations toward the “next normal.”

“Thinking Small”: Exploring the Opportunities of Tourism During the Post-COVID-19 Era Using the Systems Thinking Paradigm

Emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippines has undergone the “new normal” transition, creating a strategic recovery effort to reinvigorate the industry. In tourism, these transitions aim to safeguard employees' and guests' health and safety, ensure continuity of business operations, boost tourism confidence leading to satisfaction, and establish a resilient and sustainable tourism industry in the postpandemic era. Hence, this chapter employs a system thinking leveraging a causal loop diagram (CLD) to construct a comprehensive roadmap for Philippine tourism's postpandemic resurgence through the system thinking lens. The CLD visually illustrates the inter-related factors influencing the recovery process, encompassing collaborative engagements, innovations, economic revitalization, and health and safety protocols. By analyzing the causal relationships among these variables, this chapter explicates the dynamic and interconnected nature of the postpandemic recovery leading to the recovery of the Philippine tourism industry, especially in the context of thinking small. Through this chapter, thinking small could involve a shift toward localized solutions and community-focused initiatives that allow them to foster local economies, build resilience, and create a more inclusive and sustainable postpandemic recovery.

Active Transport for Low-Carbon Tourism

As the tourism industry recovers from the devastating effects of the global pandemic, meeting the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) remains to be a global “deadline” where tourism is seen as a major contributor. While disruptions to business-as-usual practices such as COVID-19 present unprecedented challenges, they can also provide opportunities for strategic innovation to change behavior toward sustainable tourism experiences. Active transport for low-carbon tourism such as walking or cycling tours have risen in popularity in recent years, and especially postpandemic, as they provide opportunities for a more personalized experience while health and safety protocols can still be implemented. They also present health benefits for the individuals while contributing to environmental sustainability and climate mitigation strategies of the tourism industry. This book chapter presents cases of various forms of tourism activities that use active transport, focusing on walking tours and cycling tours. Various companies offering tours under these modes are discussed and presented. These two modes promote authentic cultural and heritage tourism experiences through the local experts that provide the services.

Women and Sustainable Tourism: Experiences of Environmental Protection and Conservation in the Philippines

Environmental protection and conservation have been closely linked with the promotion of sustainable tourism across destinations. This is underpinned by the assumption that the environment and tourism have an interdependent relationship – where tourism activities need to support the preservation and conservation of environmental areas so that such economic activities can be sustained. That is a balance must be struck between the two. Within these two areas, women have been recognized to play a crucial role – in tourism, women were seen to dominate the industry's workforce globally; in environmental efforts, women were believed to play a key role in supporting such initiatives across societies. In both areas, women's efforts, despite being crucial to the achievement of sustainability, are often perceived as small and thus overlooked. Despite these, little has been said about their experiences in promoting sustainable tourism. To contribute to discourses promoting the idea of “thinking small,” this chapter looks at women's tourism-related environmental efforts that are often seen as small and overlooked, alongside their experiences in being involved in these initiatives.

III Recalibrating Tourism Products and Services Through Customization

Revisiting resiliency and sustainability of the tourism and built environment nexus: macroeconomic and microlevel evidence from the philippines toward the “next normal”.

As the Philippines enters into the era of the “next normal,” that is, from the pandemic era called the “new normal,” we look into how the Philippines' state of tourism and built environment sectors. We also revisit its situation having the “longest lockdown in the world” and look into iterations of socioeconomic models, business platforms, and other elements that lead to the dream of a postpandemic sustainable tourism industry. In this inquiry, we highlight the importance of elements of the built environment, both at the macroeconomic level and at the micro units of business, civil society, and the tourism sector at large. While there has been a substantive discussion on the nexus of the tourism and built environment sectors, little has been devoted to the challenges these intertwined sectors faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. We suggest complementation of practices from the macroscale to the microlevel tourism and built environment sectors, and vice-versa, which will ensure the full complementation of the sectors. These proposals are in full contextualization of the objective toward the postpandemic continued recovery, growth, and sustainability, from the local, national, and the regional economy of Southeast Asia, and also to various parts of the world.

Pedaling Toward a Sustainable Intramuros: Assessing Cycle Tourism's Impact on Cultural Awareness and Environmental Preservation

This chapter focuses on cycle tourism using Bambike (Bamboo Bike) as sustainable transportation in the heritage site of Intramuros to promote cultural awareness and environmental preservation. Bambike is a bicycle where parts are made from natural bamboo and abaca with aircraft grade alloys tested for durability that passed the standards in the industry. The purpose of this chapter is to determine the value of cycle tourism using Bambike to promote green tourism in Intramuros and preserve its attractions. Its significance and benefits as to economic, environmental, and sociocultural impacts have been analyzed. The information source and data collection for this research was from the selected local and international tourists in Intramuros who have experienced and booked a trip with Bambike. An interview with structure questionnaire was done for the tourists and Bambike staff. It was concluded that Bambike can contribute to create site awareness leading to desire to preserve the heritage sites of Intramuros.

Sustainable Tourism Development Through Value and Rights-Based Approaches: The Case of Samar Island Natural Park, Philippines

Sustainable tourism development is currently a practice for most destinations in the world. It is associated with conceptualizing, implementing, and monitoring policies and programs with balanced economic, sociocultural, environmental, and politico-administrative implications. It is manifested through understanding and integrating the significance of tourism resources, specifically sites and attractions, and the perspectives of primary and secondary stakeholders. This book chapter explicated the significance and implementation of value and rights-based approaches to tourism development through the case of the Samar Island Natural Park (SINP) in the Philippines. It highlighted the value of SINP based on its natural and cultural heritage significance and the perspectives of People's Organizations as tourism front liners of SINP. In the end, a Sustainable Tourism and Strategic Development Framework was explained as the by-product of interconnecting the value and rights-based approaches. The discourse recognizes the interaction between preserving the park's natural integrity and maximizing its tourism potential for the benefit of the local communities and also examines the different aspects of SINP – its vibrant ecosystems and rich cultural legacy, that set it apart as a unique destination.

Ecotourism Destinations in Nueva Ecija: Concepts and Practices Toward Tourism Marketing and Sustainability

In the realm of postpandemic perspectives, tourism was awakened to see that atop economic viability is resiliency. Shift in the demand to visit ecotourism destinations became a valuable opportunity to the local community to capitalize on natural resources as primary precursor for livelihood, substantiating their communal role as bailiffs in the conservation of protected landscapes and mitigators of the negative tourism implications. As tourism initiates in rethinking sustainability and inclusivity, the postpandemic paradigm in destination planning became anew. Aside from being an agritourism destination, Nueva Ecija has been promoted as an emerging ecotourism destination. Various literature has evaluated local ecotourism destinations in the Philippines, yet few literature examined the potential of Nueva Ecija. The emerging popularity of the province's ecotourism postpandemic beckons the inflow of tourists compelling for an in-place policy toward sustainability. The study aims to underscore the destination branding of Nueva Ecija as a tourist destination using a strategic framework derived from ecotourism concepts and best practices. Qualitative data from various tourism stakeholders were collected, and internal and external factors were analyzed. Results of the study may serve as a foundation toward a unified framework to assess and strengthen ecotourism destinations toward sustainability and tourism destination resiliency.

Revisiting the Regulatory Function of Government Toward Tourism Sustainability and Resilience: Basis for Policy Formulation

While government is known to provide political guidance and exercising its executive function, it is also has regulatory powers through laws it enacts. In fostering sustainability, it is important to inquire how government's role can be innovated to facilitate sustainability, particularly in the travel and tourism industry. By reviewing tourism governance literature and mapping governance roles in the travel and tourism industry, this chapter creates a policy framework that underscores a new approach to tourism governance. We underscore that government's role must pivot toward being more developmental than regulatory so that it can effectively stimulate the market to sustainability by fostering value creation, supporting manpower capacitation, ensuring health and safety, and protecting the environment. This can be done if government will not fix the market and promote free market policymaking.

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Philippines eyes future missile launchers purchase, to retain US Typhon system

MANILA - The Philippines hopes to procure mid-range capability missiles in the future and wants to utilize a U.S.-deployed Typhon system for its military training, with no immediate plan for it to be returned, a top security official said on Friday.

Confirming an earlier report by Reuters, Philippine National Security Adviser Eduardo Año said there was no set timeline for the withdrawal of the United States' mid-range missile system from the country, which China has demanded to be pulled out citing risks of a geopolitical confrontation.

Reuters reported on Thursday the United States was testing the feasibility of the missile system's use in a regional conflict and has no immediate plans to take it back.

It was sent to the northern Philippines in April as part of the two defense allies' joint military drills, in what was its first deployment in the Indo-Pacific region, though no missiles were launched during the exercises.

"We don't have a timeline," Año told reporters when asked how long the Typhon system would remain in the Philippines, noting that a panel comprised of officials of both countries would decide its future. "No plans to pull it out yet."

"There will be consultation, but for now we need the ... Typhon missile launcher for our training and upgrading the capabilities of our armed forces," Año added.

The deployment of Typhon, which can be equipped with cruise missiles capable of striking Chinese targets, comes at a time of escalating tensions between Beijing and Manila over contested areas of the South China Sea.

Recent months have brought a series of sea and air confrontations in the strategic waterway, the majority of which is claimed by China as its territory.

A satellite image taken on Wednesday by Planet Labs, a commercial satellite firm, and reviewed by Reuters showed the Typhon at the Laoag International Airport in Ilocos Norte province, which faces the South China Sea and is near the Taiwan Strait.

"We also need to know how to operate this because, in the future, these are the types of equipment we would want to procure," Año said.

China's foreign ministry said on Thursday it was very concerned about the plan to keep the system in place.

"Nobody can dictate to us on what to do," Año said of China, while underlining the Philippine commitment to its alliance with the United States.

"We know what is best for our country, so they cannot dictate anything (to) us, particularly on the deployment of this missile launcher." — Reuters

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Philippines eyes future missile launchers purchase, to retain US Typhon system

MANILA (Reuters) - The Philippines hopes to procure mid-range capability missiles in future and wants to utilise a U.S.-deployed Typhon system for its military training, with no immediate plan for it to be returned, a top security official said on Friday.

Confirming an earlier report by Reuters, Philippine National Security Adviser Eduardo Ano said there was no set timeline for the withdrawal of the United States' mid-range missile system from the country, which China has demanded to be pulled out citing risks of a geopolitical confrontation.

Reuters reported on Thursday the United States was testing the feasibility of the missile system's use in a regional conflict and has no immediate plans to take it back.

It was sent to the northern Philippines in April as part of the two defence allies' joint military drills, in what was its first deployment in the Indo-Pacific region, though no missiles were launched during the exercises.

"We don't have a timeline," Ano told reporters when asked how long the Typhon system would remain in the Philippines, noting that a panel comprised of officials of both countries would decide its future. "No plans to pull it out yet."

"There will be consultation, but for now we need the ... Typhon missile launcher for our training and upgrading the capabilities of our armed forces," Ano added.

The deployment of Typhon, which can be equipped with cruise missiles capable of striking Chinese targets, comes at a time of escalating tensions between Beijing and Manila over contested areas of the South China Sea.

Recent months have brought a series of sea and air confrontations in the strategic waterway, the majority of which is claimed by China as its territory.

A satellite image taken on Wednesday by Planet Labs, a commercial satellite firm, and reviewed by Reuters showed the Typhon at the Laoag International Airport in Ilocos Norte province, which faces the South China Sea and is near the Taiwan Strait.

"We also need to know how to operate this because, in the future, these are the types of equipment we would want to procure," Ano said.

China's foreign ministry said on Thursday it was very concerned about the plan to keep the system in place.

"Nobody can dictate to us on what to do," Ano said of China, while underlining the Philippine commitment to its alliance with the United States.

"We know what is best for our country, so they cannot dictate anything (to) us, particularly on the deployment of this missile launcher."

(Reporting by Karen Lema; Editing by Martin Petty)

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