Bachelor of Arts or Science - Recreation, Parks and Tourism - Tourism and Special Events
About Bachelor of Arts or Science - Recreation, Parks and Tourism - Tourism and Special Events
The Tourism and Special Events concentration aims to provide students with "real world" practice and theory within the discipline. They will be armed with tools to succeed in the field, understand current theories, and be exposed to professionals to formulate relationships with practitioners which can lead to internships and job placements. Several of the tourism and special events courses provide opportunities to learn about emerging trends, business and marketing skills and opportunities to create and implement event planning skills.
There are diverse career opportunities for students in this field. This includes: resorts, hotels, destination marketing organizations, convention and visitor bureaus, tour operators, travel agencies, convention and congress centers, event planning companies, airlines and many more.
The program highlights include:
- For students who want to pursue a career in tourism or event planning, the program's student-centric mentorship approach will prepare them for a successful start
- Hands-on projects in classes provide assignments with real-life impact
- Get involved with the Tourism and Special Events Lab to work on industry projects
- Opportunities to network with industry, such as site visits, invited speakers, field work and conferences
- Tourism Institute- a five week field course designed to offer students field-based learning in various locations both nationally and internationally
Similar Programs
5
Bachelor of Arts or Science - Recreation, Parks and Tourism - Recreation Therapy
Radford University
Earliest Intake
Aug 2025
Deadline
Aug 2025
Tuition (1st year)
$21,166.00 USD
Application Fee
No data available
Bachelor of Arts or Science - Recreation, Parks and Tourism - Outdoor Recreation and Leadership
Radford University
Earliest Intake
Aug 2025
Deadline
Aug 2025
Tuition (1st year)
$21,166.00 USD
Application Fee
No data available
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management - Coaching Management
Radford University
Earliest Intake
Aug 2025
Deadline
Aug 2025
Tuition (1st year)
$21,166.00 USD
Application Fee
No data available
ApplyBoard Services
GIC
Program
International Student GIC Program
Obtain your GIC from one of Canada’s largest banks without any processing fees.
Student
Loans
ApplyBoard Loans Services
Don’t let a lack of funds keep you from achieving your dreams. Jumpstart your (or your student’s) educational journey with ApplyBoard Student Loans.
Study in Radford University & Achieve Your Dreams
Ready to launch your study abroad journey? You make it happen, but ApplyBoard makes it easy! Follow in the steps of 500,000+ other students and trust our experts to guide your way.
Register for Free Today
