TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Graduates of the double degree program "Tourism and Hotel Business" have the knowledge and skills that are necessary to become leaders in the organizations of the future of the tourism, hotel and restaurant business. This program is focused on practical knowledge and its application, thereby providing an opportunity for students to hone their skills and abilities.

Where can you apply for a job?

Hotels of international hotel chains, restaurant chains, tourist enterprises of the state, private and international format

Program graduates will have knowledge and skills in management, marketing, product development and promotion, project management in the sphere of hospitality and entrepreneurship which opens up career opportunities for graduates.

· Hotel manager
· Restaurant manager
· Travel agency managing directors

Research institutes, government agencies and international organizations

Graduates have experience in the field of innovation management and entrepreneurship of tourist institutions and companies, as well as hospitality enterprises; can apply their interdisciplinary knowledge in the field of research and political development in order to improve tourism and hospitality industry.

· Startups
· Innovation projects
· Business processes

Marketing and PR consulting companies

The Tourism and Hospitality program prepares students to work in the tourism and hospitality industry (accommodation, catering, entertainment, events), as well as to start their own business. Students are actively involved in the activities of the Business Incubator and startup developments, which makes it possible for students to open their own company under the mentorship of experienced entrepreneurs.

· Heads of tourism departments in the ministry
· Tourism Researchers
· Professional travel associations

2 diplomas in 4 years: Narxoz University and La Rochelle University
Global Career Opportunities: After graduation, you will have rights to apply for a job in EU countries or continue your studies at a Master's level
International internship in EU countries
Incubation center and exchange opportunities to interact closely with foreign and local entrepreneurs, students and teachers
Study 2 years at Narxoz University, 1 year at La Rochelle, and 1 year at Narxoz University
Advanced knowledge of 4 languages: English, French (Spanish, Italian and other languages of the EU countries), Kazakh and Russian

What awaits you:

lectures and master classes from well-known practitioners and managers of the tourism and hospitality market, foreign partners
international internships and practices in tourism centers
additional certificates to the diploma to increase competitiveness in the labor market and quick employment
hikes with full tourist equipment, excursions to natural and industrial sites

Our teachers have the key competencies you need to deeply understand the structure of the

industry, teach you to think creatively and make non-standard decisions. Students will be able to analyze the impact of tourism on the economic, socio-cultural and physical environment and develop strategies focused on the sustainable development of the industry and quality service for the consumer!

After completing your study, you will be able to

to analyze the tourism and hospitality market, as well as business processes to create a successful competitive enterprise
develop a quality tourism product / service and a range of hospitality services
manage the processes of providing quality services to the consumer with a focus on high service
open your own enterprise / business, develop its strategy and consistently achieve the implementation of goals and objectives
to manage the personnel of your enterprise, forming a corporate culture aimed at forming a cohesive team

You will be able to work

in the tourism business: tour operator, travel agent, air travel agent, tourist information center,
in the state structure and professional associations: tourism management department, Kazakhstan Tourism Association and other professional associations
in the hotel business: hotels, hotels, hostels, camp sites, beach recreation companies, mountain resorts, holiday homes, etc.

About the program curriculum

BUSINESS SCHOOL REQUIRED CORE COURSES

Business Quantitative Methods
Managerial Economics
Fundamentals of Financial Accounting
Accounting for Decision Making
Principles of Finance
Principles of Management
Principles of Marketing
Leadership Communication Skills
Organizational Behaviour
Corporate Governance and Law
Futures Studies and Foresight

MAJOR CORE COURSES

Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Industries
Managing Organizations in Tourism and Hospitality
Service Operations and Delivering Quality
Consumer Behaviour in Hospitality and Tourism

MAJOR ELECTIVE COURSES

Revenue Management, Control and Planning
Compliance and Safety in Tourism and Hospitality
Cultural Heritage and Cross Cultural Management
Digital Technologies, Innovation and e-Tourism
MICE and Event Management
Tourism and Hospitality Economics
Destination Management and Community Tourism
Eco-Tourism and Active Tourism Management
Food and Beverage Tourism
Sustainability and Social Responsibility in Tourism

INTERNSHIP AND DIPLOMA PROJECT

Students at their third and forth year can use the acquired knowledge and skills in practice by doing internships in various companies and in the final Diploma project, following one of the 3 directions:

Consulting project for local startup or tech enterprise
Research thesis supervised by experienced professors of Narxoz University
Case study or creative startup project

Program details