| Scope of the program | The Tourist & Hospitality Management Diploma program at Vancouver Community College provides students with the fundamental information and abilities needed to succeed in the ever-evolving and diversified tourist and hospitality industry. Customized to meet the unique requirements of the industry, this curriculum includes a wide range of topics such as customer service, marketing, event organizing, and financial management. Pakistan's tourism and hospitality sectors have grown significantly in the last several years due to increasing interest from abroad in the nation's stunning natural surroundings and rich cultural legacy. Government programs to promote tourism, like advertising campaigns and infrastructure development, have given this business even more support. Graduates from this program may be able to pursue careers in a variety of fields, including event planning, hotel management, and travel consulting, all of which will help the industry grow. The tourism and hospitality sectors are major global economic drivers, and there is a rising need for qualified individuals with the ability to manage and improve client experiences. Europe, North America, and some regions of Asia are examples of countries with thriving tourism industries that provide a wealth of job opportunities in the fields of event planning, travel operations, and hospitality management. Graduates of this certificate program are highly valued assets in the globalized labor market, where cross-cultural abilities and a thorough awareness of international hospitality standards are in high demand. The diploma program offers skills that may be applied in a variety of contexts. |
| Program entry requirement | For regular applicants from B.C. secondary schools:
Graduation requirements include specific math and English courses.
Mature applicants (age 19 or older) are exempt from senior secondary graduation requirements.
Additional Points:
Students with prior learning may receive course credits through challenge exams.
Admission for regular senior secondary applicants is based on grade averages.
Qualifying status: Students who don't meet English and math entrance requirements may be granted admission as qualifying students.
Co-op education entry requires completion of first-year courses and an overall grade average of 65%.
A personal laptop is required for the program. |
| Required GPA | 65% |
| GRE Required | N/A |
| GMAT Required | N/A |
| Application Process | 1. Register for an Online Application:
To start your application, create an account on the university’s application portal. This will give you access to the online application form.
2. Start the Application Process:
Once registered, start filling out the online application form. The process is simple.
3. Complete the Application Form:
Fill out the form with proper and complete information about your academic background, personal details, and program preferences. This will help them to better understand your qualifications.
4. Upload Required Documents:
Use the portal to submit the necessary documents online, which may include:
• Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from any institutions you have attended.
• Standardized Test Scores: If applicable, upload your English language test score reports.
• CV or Resume: Provide an up-to-date CV or resume that highlights your educational and professional experience.
• Statement of Purpose: Write a statement detailing your goals for the program, research interests, and reasons for applying.
• Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation through the portal, based on their knowledge of your academic capabilities. |
| Available Scholarships | |
| Program accreditation | N/A |
| Living expenses | Student residences: 250 – 625 CAD/month. University-arranged homestays: 400 – 800 CAD/month. Rent & share an apartment: 300 – 700 CAD/month, prices for rent depend on location and facilities. If you choose to rent a studio/one-room apartment, you can pay over 1,000 CAD/month. |
| Visa Process Details | "1. Completed application form (IMM 1294).
2. Acceptance letter from the university.
3. Proof of funds showing you can cover your living expenses and tuition fees.
4. Bank statements.
5. Educational documents or evidence of sponsorship (if applicable).
6. Medical examination report from a doctor authorized by immigration.
7. Police clearance certificates from your country of birth and from any other countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past five years.
8. Passport-sized photographs.
9. Payment for the study permit application fee (currently 150 CAD).
10. Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) (if applicable), required if you are a minor, must be signed by your custodian in Canada.
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| Part timework | Entirely: During planned school breaks, such as the summer or winter holidays, international students studying in Canada are frequently permitted to work entirely. Under 20 Hours (With Possible Exceptions): International students may only be able to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during ordinary semesters. But, according to your program or any particular work visa you may be eligible for, there might be an exception. |
| Post-study work opportunity | Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program: After completing their studies, qualifying international graduates are permitted to work in Canada for a maximum of three years under the terms of this government-mandated scheme. To be eligible, your course of study must be from an approved educational institution, and you must apply for the PGWP as soon as you graduate. Even though NPU might not be on the list of approved universities, you should consider returning to Canada to finish your undergraduate degree or enrolling in a post-graduate program at one of the universities eligible for the PGWP |
