Course Code: CI062TM
Course Level: 6
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 6 Certificate in Tourism with Business
QQI Code: 6M5012
Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements
FETAC/QQI Level 5 Award (or Equivalent) such as the level 5 Tourism and Airline Studies/ Business course at Cavan Institute. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet this entry requirement.
Course Description
This course provides learners with the skills and competencies to pursue a range of employment opportunities in the travel, tourism and hospitality industries. Learners will also have an opportunity to study for the Amadeus Global Distribution System exam.
Course Content
Airport Passenger Services
Business Management
Communications
Spanish/French/German
Customer Service
Event Management
Global Distribution Systems
Tourism Policy and Practice
Word Processing
Work Experience
Career Opportunities
Successful graduates of this course will be able to pursue careers as front office personnel in various areas, including retail travel, hotels, reservations, sales and customer service departments. Graduates will also be able to pursue employment as cabin crew and ground crew in the airline sector.
Progression Opportunities
Graduates of this course are eligible to apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
