In 2010 there were over 940 million international tourist arrivals worldwide, representing a growth of 6.6% and an industry turnover of $919bn (UNTWO). In an economic climate where many careers look bleak, the UNTWO are projecting that the tourism industry will continue to grow by an average of 4% each year. London is one of the most visited tourist destinations with 14.6 million visitors in 2010 making it the second highest visited city in the world Where better to start your studies in the tourism and hospitality industry.

The CTH Postgraduate Diploma, with the option of a further 60 credit dissertation with the University of Sunderland culminating in an MSc in Tourism and Hospitality, will prepare you for a rewarding career. Your studies will equip you for a management position in the Hospitality and Tourism industry, with a strategic understanding of current issues surrounding the industry and a critical understanding of academic theory and practical application.

CAMS has an excellent reputation within the industry and is able to provide a unique offering to prospective students from February 2012. As part of the programme of study you will have the opportunity to engage in a work placement as an assessed component of your course. This will enable you to apply the skills and knowledge that you acquire in the classroom in a real life work environment.

The Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH) is a member of the federation of awarding bodies and is regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Exam Regulations, England (Ofqual).

• A three year degree from a recognised school or university.
• For students whose first language is not English an English language score of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent is required.

Module 1: Hospitality and Tourism Marketing Strategies

Module 2: Management and Leadership Across Cultures

Module 3: Hospitality and Tourism Strategic Planning

Module 4: Research Methods for Hospitality and Tourism Managers

The Postgraduate Diploma assessment methods reflect the Level Seven outcomes required for this level of qualification. Given the broad and highly varied nature of the hospitality and tourism industry, you will need to demonstrate the higher-level skills and qualities specified in the Level Seven outcomes within a vocational context

Assessment involves investigative assignments, presentations and action research activities.

The MSc is assessed by dissertation.

Additional CTH exam fees and membership fees are payable.