Utkal University Bhubaneswar Answered Questions

Hi swami,
The Various course offered in IGNOU, for Travel & Tourism are listed below:
Doctor of Philosophy in Tourism and Hospitality (PhD in Tourism Studies)
Master of Science (Hospitality Administration) (MHA)
Master of Arts (Tourism Management) (MTM)
Bachelor of Arts (Tourism Studies) (BTS)
Bachelor of Science (Hospitality and Hotel Administration) (BHM)
Diploma in Tourism Studies (DTS)
Certificate in Tourism Studies (CTS)
The eligibility for same is as mentioned below:
Diploma –Class 10th pass from a recognized board with minimum 40% marks.
Bachelor's Degree: Class 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks.
Post-graduation degree: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with at least 45% marks.
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As far as the concern for job security in Travel Industry or any other Private Sector, there is no guaranty, it all depends upon your performance along with adaptability in their organization. Some times performance is good but adaptability is non or less, then there starts a problem with the job.

Hi Avita,
Traveling indeed is an adventure on its own and what could be better than being offered a jobs that would include travel as a integral part of the profile.
Such careers not only offer lucrative packages and experiences but also keeps you away from the monotony of a desk job.
Please refer to the link for details:
https://www.shiksha.com/7-jobs-that-pay-you-to-travel-across-the-world-article-4224-1
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Hi Kirti,
Individuals who hold a degree in travel and tourism management may work as travel agents, Travel clerks, Tour guides, Travel guides,Lodging managers, hospitality managers or travel coordinators.
The education and training requirements vary based on position and company.
There are Universities and Colleges in the Public as well as private sector offering Courses in Tourism and Travel Management. Then there are Vocational Institutions imparting the Tourism Diploma and Post-Graduate Diploma.
There is a skill set that is a mandate for aspirants of T& T Industry:
-leadership
-team working
-problem-solving
-communication skills, with a strong customer focus;
-IT skills
-ability to research
-presentation skills
-ability to work to deadlines.
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In public sector, candidates can find job opportunities in department and directorate of tourism and since the industry is at its developing stage, a huge number of fresh hands are required in this industry. Besides, some of the job positions available in the sector of Travel & Tourism include:
Lobby Manager
Front Office executive/Manager
Cabin crew
Tour operations manager
Ticketing assistants
Junior travel executive
Trainee travel consultant
Operations executive
Reservation executive
Tour management executive
Immigration consultant and so onHotel Manager /Staff at ITDC /Turism department concerns etc.

Hi, Tour management is the career that involves the overall arrangements of a tour or Event based tour. A Tour Manager sees to it that all aspects of a professional entertainment tour run smoothly. The duties overseen by a tour manager may include booking the performances, arranging for transportation and meals for both the artists and the crew, securing lodging, completing accounting tasks and hiring and firing personnel.The tour manager may also mediate conflicts between personnel members involved in a tour. A bachelor's degree may be required by some employers, while others are looking for applicants with some internship experience. Organization, interpersonal skills, listening skills, problem-solving skills, business skills, creativity, etc,. are some of the skills required for this career. Hope it helps. Please feel free to revert. Click on the thumbs up if you found this useful. Wish You Luck!

HI swami,
The opportunities for traveling jobs are endless, depending on the right combination of your interest and the requites of the job profile, some possible industry that you could work with are:
-Airlines(Flight attendant)
-Hotels(chef)
-Cruise(Kitchen/F&B services)
-Freelance travel writer
-Event management
-Photographer
-Archeologist
-Travel industry(tour Guide, Travel Agent, Tour manger) etc.
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