Diploma in Tourism Management
Southern University College · Skudai, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Diploma in Tourism Management is designed to meet the growing needs of tourism and related industries, including travel companies, tour operators, airlines, event management companies, recreation companies, and cruise ships.
The programme provides theoretical and practical knowledge in tourism and hospitality management, preparing you for entry-level to mid-level roles in the tourism industry or for progression to a Bachelor’s degree in tourism or related fields.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build foundational knowledge for tourism and hospitality operations through modules such as Financial Accounting I, Computer Applications, and Microeconomics.
- Learn core business and customer-focused concepts including Fundamentals of Management, Fundamentals of Marketing, and Consumer Behaviour.
- Start industry-focused subjects such as Introduction to Tourism and Travel Industry and Geography for Tourism and Travel.
- Develop planning and operations capability with modules including Tourism Destination Planning and Development and Transportation for Tourists.
- Strengthen tourism products and service skills through modules such as Travel Agency Operations, Travel Ticketing, and Managing Guest Experience.
- Apply tourism and hospitality promotion and business tools through modules including Tourism Promotion and Marketing and International Tourism Business.
Curriculum
Diploma in Tourism Management (total programme credits: 94 credit hours).
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory modules | Computer Applications 电脑应用 | 4 | 28 |
| Consumer Behaviour 消费者行为 | 4 | |||
| Financial Accounting I 财务会计 I | 4 | |||
| Fundamentals of Management 管理基础 | 4 | |||
| Fundamentals of Marketing 营销基础 | 4 | |||
| Microeconomics 微观经济学 | 4 | |||
| Communicative English 交际英语 | 4 | |||
| Semester 2 | Tourism core modules and compulsory support modules | Computer Reservation Systems 旅游预订系统 | 6 | 28 |
| Concept of Ecotourism 生态旅游概念 | 6 | |||
| Entrepreneurship for Tourism 旅游创业 | 6 | |||
| Food and Culture in Tourism and Hospitality Industry 旅游和酒店业的食品与文化 | 6 | |||
| Geography for Tourism and Travel 旅游与地理 | 4 | |||
| Semester 3 | Tourism core modules | Introduction to Leisure and Recreation 休闲与娱乐简介 | 6 | 28 |
| International Tourism Business 国际旅游业务 | 6 | |||
| International Tour Planning Operations 国际旅游规划操作 | 6 | |||
| Introduction to Tourism and Travel Industry 旅游与旅行行业简介 | 6 | |||
| Local Tour Planning and Operations 国内旅游规划与操作 | 4 | |||
| Semester 4 | Tourism core modules, electives and industrial placement | Managing Guest Experience 宾客体验管理 | 6 | 38 |
| MICE 会展管理 | 6 | |||
| Tourism Destination Planning and Development 旅游目的地的规划与发展 | 6 | |||
| Tourism Promotion and Marketing 旅游推广与营销 | 6 | |||
| Transportation for Tourists 游客交通与运输 | 4 | |||
| Industrial Placement 工业实习 | 10 | |||
| Total | Total programme structure including compulsory modules, tourism core modules, elective components (if applicable), and industrial placement | 94 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with practical, industry-relevant knowledge for entry-level to mid-level roles in travel agencies and tour operations, including supervisory or junior management pathways.
- You gain job-ready skills for hospitality and tourism environments such as hotels, resorts, and related hospitality operations, supporting roles where day-to-day service management matters.
- You are prepared for tourism and travel commercial roles like destination planning and development, where you can contribute to how attractions and tourism experiences are organized.
- You build capability for tourism promotion and marketing work and international tourism business roles, which supports employment across tourism operators and travel-related companies.
- You can pursue further progression into a Bachelor’s degree level in tourism or related fields after completing the diploma, improving long-term career growth options.
Employability rate
Internationally oriented tourism and hospitality operations graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting strong demand for entry-level roles alongside competitive hiring.
Together, these figures suggest a stable outlook for getting started in tourism and hospitality careers, especially when you secure internships or practical training experience during your studies.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (equivalent to Malaysian entry level) | International applicants must submit a recognised school-leaving qualification equivalent to the required Malaysian entry level. The Diploma in Tourism Management programme guide states that acceptable entry requirements must comply with Malaysian Qualifications Agency standards and are subject to Senate approval. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality | Direct match | International applicants with prior study in travel, tourism, hospitality, or related business subjects should find the programme learning outcomes aligned with core tourism and hospitality management modules. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the programme's stated English competency requirement. The Diploma in Tourism Management lists IELTS (academic) and MUET band as accepted equivalents for international students.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 41800 / total program | International students tuition fee for Diploma in Tourism Management (2 Years 4 Months): 41,800. |
| Other charges | MYR 7500 / total program | International students other charges (includes items listed under Part (b)): 7,500. |
| Total programme fees | MYR 49300 / total program | Total tuition and other charges for the programme: 49,300. |
| Application fee | MYR 500 / one time | Application fee shown under Other Charges for international students: 500. |
Proof of financial resources
- Tuition and other charges for international students are published by Southern University College in the international student programme fee schedule PDF.
- The university also lists other charges including an application fee and visa processing fee within its international student fee schedule.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Apply online during the published intake window
Submit your application through the university’s official application process for the next intake. Complete the online forms carefully and upload your required documents, including your academic certificates and transcripts. Pay any application fee if it is required by the university’s published instructions. If the university requests additional items during review, respond within the stated timeline.
Meet English competency for international applicants
Provide English language proof that matches the Diploma in Tourism Management requirement for international students. The programme guide lists IELTS academic as an accepted option for international students. If you are using another accepted equivalent, ensure it is the exact qualification type and score/band stated by the university. Keep copies of your test report or official certificate for your application upload.
Submit complete documents and complete any review requests
Ensure all documents are clear and include the relevant pages for verification by admissions. If your application is missing items or requires clarification, follow up promptly when the university contacts you. Check that your programme choice is correct for Diploma in Tourism Management. After the university completes evaluation, follow the university’s next instructions for admission confirmation.