Study tourism to become a manager, not just a tour guide!

Tourism and Travel Service Management, Faculty of Tourism Studies, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, is one of the first and most prestigious training programs in the field of tourism in Vietnam. However, many people still have a simplistic view that studying tourism is only for becoming a tour guide. This causes many young people to miss the opportunity to pursue a field of study with great potential for development and especially suitable for today's dynamic and creative generation.
What makes the Bachelor's program in Tourism and Travel Service Management special?
Students majoring in Tourism and Travel Service Management at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities not only learn how to build tour programs or give tours at destinations, but also acquire a diverse range of knowledge, including:
- Knowledge of culture, history, and geography;
- Knowledge of tour guiding and management;
- Knowledge of travel business management;
- Knowledge of event organization, communication, and marketing in the tourism sector;
- Knowledge of destination management, service management in hotels, resorts, and other accommodation establishments.
In addition, the curriculum also focuses on innovative modules, technology applications, and entrepreneurship such as Digital Travel Business... These are innovative elements that are in line with the development trends of modern tourism.
The training program also includes modules to help students develop soft skills such as communication skills, independent and teamwork skills, time management skills, etc. In addition, foreign language proficiency is emphasized with the teaching of English for tourism professionals, and students are guided to learn a second foreign language such as Chinese, Korean, Japanese, etc., helping them to confidently work in non-governmental organizations and in international environments.
What is the admission score for the Tourism and Travel Service Management major?
Regarding the admission cutoff scores over the years, Dr. Vu Huong Lan stated that the Tourism and Travel Service Management major at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities has consistently had high entrance scores compared to the general average due to the prestige and quality of its teaching program and its experienced faculty.
In 2024, the Tourism and Travel Service Management major had admission cutoff scores of 25.61 points for the A01 combination; 25.99 points for the D01 combination; 26.74 points for the D78 combination; and 28.58 points for the C00 combination.
Tourism students gain hands-on experience, hone their skills, and build a strong professional foundation.
Students majoring in Tourism and Travel Service Management not only learn in the classroom but also gain practical experience through domestic and international trips, and receive professional training at reputable travel and event companies in the industry.
It can be said that the internship and practical training activities of students in the Faculty of Tourism Studies are always among the top at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities. Regularly organized field trips, including general and specialized internships, give students the opportunity to experience the culture, history, lifestyle, products, and services at famous tourist destinations both domestically and internationally, such as the Central Vietnam Heritage Route, the Mekong Delta, China, and Thailand. During each trip, students are guided through the process of developing tourism programs, connecting services, and organizing events, allowing them to hone their skills, observe, learn, and accumulate professional experience.

Diverse network of partnerships
The Faculty of Tourism Studies has established cooperative relationships with many prestigious higher education institutions around the world, such as the University of Toulouse Le Mirail (France), Rikkyo University (Japan), Munich University of Applied Sciences (Germany), Guangxi University, and Sun Yat-sen University (China)... Through student exchange programs, international conferences, and a series of research projects, students of the Faculty of Tourism Studies have the opportunity to travel the world, improve their foreign language skills, and enhance their integration capabilities when entering the labor market.

In addition, the Faculty of Tourism Studies collaborates with reputable travel agencies, event organizers, and hotels. Many alumni of the Faculty are working in executive positions at large businesses, notably Ms. Nhu Thi Ngan – General Director of Hanoi Tourism Joint Stock Company, and Mr. Nguyen Duc Hanh – Co-founder of All Asia Vacation, a company that once organized a Vietnam tour for billionaire Bill Gates… This strong collaborative relationship with partners and alumni has become one of the important and prominent networking opportunities of the Faculty of Tourism Studies, contributing to supporting practical professional activities.

Job opportunities are abundant for students.
Graduates in Tourism and Travel Service Management can work in the public sector (Department of Tourism, Tourism Promotion Center, Monument Management Board, etc.), holding various positions and having many career development opportunities.
As for the private sector, such as tourism businesses, job opportunities for students are also very diverse, with positions such as:
- Tour operator, tourism product designer;
- Communications specialist, PR specialist, event organizer;
- Tourism sales and marketing specialist;
- Managing customer service;
In addition, after graduation, students can also conduct research, teach, or participate in projects both domestically and internationally, with international organizations, NGOs, etc.
Notably, a new feature of this year's training program is the introduction of a new major in Tourism Economics. After graduation, students can take on roles such as data analysts, policy planners, tourism product developers, and work at research institutes and tourism investment promotion centers both domestically and internationally.
Today's employers need not only theoretically strong individuals but also those with excellent foreign language skills, a service-oriented mindset, management abilities, creativity in experience design, and knowledge of tourism culture, technology, and economics. That's why students in the Tourism and Travel Service Management program receive comprehensive, modern training across three specializations: Travel Management, Event Management, and Tourism Economics. This program will provide students with a solid foundation to confidently pursue their promising future careers.
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Admission information for the Tourism and Travel Service Management program.
Admission code: QHX17
Admission combinations: D01, D14, D15, D66, C00, C03, C04
Target: 200 students
Training institution: Faculty of Tourism Studies, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi
Address: 4th Floor, Building A, 336 Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi
government:www.fts.ussh.vnu.edu.vn/
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