Tourism - Destinations and Travel Management
(Optional Co-op)

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Program description

Make travel dreams come true with Conestoga's Tourism - Destinations and Travel Management (Optional Co-op) program.

Do you love exploring new places and helping others plan unforgettable experiences? 杏吧原创's Tourism - Destinations and Travel Management diploma is perfect for high school graduates who want to launch a career in one of the world's most exciting and fast-paced industries. This two-year program prepares you for roles in airlines, cruise lines, tour companies, resorts and travel agencies—where you'll help people turn their travel dreams into reality.

You'll learn everything from reservations and operations to marketing, event coordination and digital tools such as data analytics and blockchain. With hands-on projects, local field trips, guest speakers and an optional co-op, you'll graduate with the skills, certifications and industry knowledge to thrive in tourism. You'll also be prepared to write the ACTA (Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors) and TICO (Travel Industry Council of Ontario) exams for travel advisor certification.

What you'll learn

  • Travel planning, reservations and tour coordination
  • Marketing, branding and entrepreneurship in tourism
  • Digital tools and emerging trends, including space tourism and foodie airports
  • Local field trips to top Ontario destinations
  • Certifications including Smart Serve and Safe Food Handlers

Program details

Code: 1023
Start: September
Campus: Waterloo
Delivery: Full-time
Length: 2 years
Credential: Ontario College Diploma

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Hospitality & Culinary Arts

Kitchener - Doon campus
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Financial assistance

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help eligible Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance (grants and loans) for educational costs and living expenses. The amount of funding you are eligible for depends on your program, course load, educational and living expenses, and financial situation. Apply for assistance on the OSAP website and visit OSAP & aid for more information.

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