Travel and Tourism Management career : Paths, Opportunities & Earnings

Tour Operator

Tour operators design, plan, and execute tour packages for individuals and groups. 

2.5-6 lakh

Airlines/Ground Staff

This is a broad category encompassing several roles within the airline industry. 

5-8 lakh

Front Office Executive

Front office executives are the first point of contact for guests in hotels, resorts, and other hospitality establishments.

1.5-3 lakh

Transport Officer

Transport officers are responsible for managing and coordinating transportation logistics for organizations.

4-7 lakh

Travel Coordinator

Travel coordinators handle the logistics of business or leisure travel for individuals or groups. 

3.5-5 lakh

Lodging Manager

Lodging managers oversee the day-to-day operations of hotels, motels, resorts, and other lodging establishments. 

4.5-6 lakh

Travel Executive

Travel executives work in travel agencies or online travel platforms, assisting customers with their travel arrangements. 

2-4 lakh

Travel Agencies

Businesses that sell travel products and services to customers, including flights, hotels, tours, and cruises.

Travel Consultant, Reservation Agent, Travel Agent Manager

Tour Operators

Companies that create and manage tour packages for individuals and groups.

Tour Manager/Leader, Tour Planner, Operations Manager

Airlines

Companies that provide air transportation services to passengers and cargo.

Ground Staff (Customer Service, Baggage Handling), Airline Ticketing Agent, Cabin Crew (with additional training)

Hotels and Resorts (Hospitality)

Establishments providing accommodation, food, and other services to travelers.

Hotel Manager, Front Desk Manager, Guest Relations Manager, Concierge

Transportation Companies

Companies providing ground transportation services, such as bus, train, and car rental companies.

Transport Manager, Operations Coordinator, Fleet Manager

Government Tourism Departments/Tourism Boards

Government agencies responsible for promoting and developing tourism at the national, state, or local level.

Tourism Officer, Tourism Development Manager, Destination Marketing Specialist

Event Management Companies

Businesses that plan and execute events, conferences, and festivals.

Event Planner, Event Coordinator, Event Manager

Online Travel Agencies (OTAs)

Online platforms that sell travel products and services directly to consumers.

Online Travel Agent, Customer Service Representative, Content Writer (Travel)

MBA in Tourism and Hospitality Management

A postgraduate business degree focusing on management principles within the tourism and hospitality industry, covering areas like marketing, finance, human resources, and strategic management.

Master's in Tourism Management/Studies

A postgraduate academic degree focusing on advanced tourism concepts, research methodologies, sustainable tourism, and destination management.

Master's in Hospitality Management

A postgraduate degree focused specifically on the hospitality sector, covering hotel operations, food and beverage management, event management, and customer service.

Diploma in Sustainable Tourism Development

A focused program on the principles and practices of sustainable tourism, including environmental conservation, community development, and responsible tourism management.

Diploma in Event Management

A program focused on the planning, organization, and execution of events, conferences, and festivals.

Diploma in Travel Writing/Journalism

A program focusing on writing skills for travel publications, blogs, and online platforms.

Specialized Certifications (e.g., Destination Management, Digital Marketing for Tourism)

Short, focused programs that provide specific skills and knowledge in a particular area of tourism.

Airline Industry

Resorts

Car Rental

Restaurants

Hotels

Water Transport

Cruise

Spacecraft

Coach Services

Airports

Jet Airways

Hyatt

Oberoi Hotels and Resorts

Hilton Hotels and Resorts

Ramada

Renaissance

Club Mahindra Holidays

East India Travel Co

Sheraton Hotels and Resorts

Taco Bell

ITC

J W Marriott

Make My Trip

Cox & Kings Ltd

Banaras Hindu University

INR 8 LPA

Maharshi Dayanand University

NA

NITHM

NA

Kurukshetra University

NA

IGNOU

NA

Chandigarh University 

NA

Amity University, Noida

NA

Christ University

NA

D.Y. Patil, School of Hospitality and Tourism Studies, Navi Mumbai

NA

Galgotias University

NA