Cambodia's attractiveness as a tourist destination has grown tremendously in the last decade, a trend which will continue into the future. As a result, many new managerial and administrative jobs in tourism marketing, development, planning, visitor services, hospitality and transport have been generated. In response to the need for capable human resources in the tourism industry, RUPP has established the Department of Tourism (DoT), offering the Bachelor of Arts in Tourism Management

Students studying for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Tourism Management fulfill the requirements for the degree over four years. During their studies, they undertake both practical and theoretical tourism skills training. The degree focuses on the issues of environmental, economic and cultural sustainability, and hones student s industrial, analytical and research skills. This knowledge prepares graduates for careers in government ministries, hotels, travel agencies, development and educational institutions, tour operations, airlines and the non-government organization sector (NGOs).

Background

The DoT was established in 2001 following the success of the one-off Masters Program in Tourism Management, which was developed in partnership with the University of Technology, Sydney and the University of Bologna, Italy. The DoT offers a Bachelor of Arts in Tourism Management which is an integrated, interdisciplinary degree committed to high standards and quality in tourism teaching and research. Students graduate with a polished understanding of business management, environmental planning, economics, psychology, cultural studies, geography, marketing and management, as well as specific tourism sectors, such as airlines and transportation, tour operations hospitality and attractions management.

Since that time, graduates of the sociology program have also gone on to join the departmental staff. Over the past few years, faculty staff have been involved in research and training in conjunction with New Humanity, Italy and the Heinrich-Boll Foundation as well as other universities and NGOs, including World Vision, National University of Shishu and the Japan Institute of Labor.

Admission

Admission to the degree of Bachelor of Arts (Tourism) is very competitive. The admissions process is administered by the Department of Higher Education Sector of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, based on results in the High School Certificate subjects of Geography and Mathematics.

Assessment

For each subject, students are assessed through tests (30%), homework, presentations and assignments (20%), participation and attendance (10%), and a final examination (40%). At the end of the fourth year, students are required to write and present an original thesis or undertake a tourism industry practicum/internship, write a report and present their findings.

Curriculum

This curriculum will taught to students commencing in 2008. For previous curriculum, please see RUPP Handbook 2004-2006.

The code a(b-c) indicates the number of credits and study load. In this example: 'a'= number of credits, 'b' = number of lecture hours, and 'c' = number of tutorial or practical hours.

*Note: English language, run by ELSU, runs on a variable course code system, ENG001- ENG 410 depending on students' skill level.

Total Minimum Requirements: 161 Credits

Contact Info

Head of Department:
Mrs. Khun Chanmony
Email: khun.chanmony@rupp.edu.kh
khmony@yahoo.com
Tel: (855) 12 477 704
Office:Campus I, Room 108, RUPP