Information about the Diploma in Tourism Operations

 Introduction to the programmed 

The Diploma in Tourism Operations is a one year program offered in the English medium during two semesters. The first semester will cover the four core courses. The courses for the second semester depending on the stream that you have selected. There are two streams; Stream in Tourism and Hotel Operations and Stream in Tourism and Travel Operations. Stream selection takes place during registration.

The objective of the Diploma Programmed 

The program is designed to,

• Provide the conceptual and practical training needed at operational levels in the field of travel, tourism and the hospitality industry. 
• Provide a nationally recognized qualification that would enable those in the field to pursue higher-level training within the field. 
• Enhance the knowledge and experience of those who are already employed in the industry

Target Group 

• Those with G.C.E. Advanced Level seeking an appropriate qualification to enter a career in the travel, tourism and hotel industry. 
• Those who are already employed in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry seeking a qualification to enhance their career.

Duration and Medium of Instructions 

This will be a one-year Diploma programmed with 30 credits (SLQF) at level 3 and conducted in English

Entry Requirements 

1. Three passes in any discipline at the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) Examination, Sri Lanka, or, 
2. Six passes at the General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) Examination, Sri Lanka and five years of certified work experience in the relevant field, or, 
3. Six passes at the General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) Examination, Sri Lanka and successfully completed the Short Course in Tourism and Hotel Operations of the Open University of Sri Lanka, with three years of certified work experience in the relevant field.

What is the course Fee? 

The total course fee for the academic year 2021/2022 will be Rs. 44,800 paid in 2 instalments. It includes the Registration fee, Facility fee, Library Facilities Fee and Course fee per Credit. The first instalment has to be paid at the time of registration.

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