The Faculty of Management (FOM) at Tribhuvan University (TU) centers its Master's level programs, including the MTTM, on developing managerial and entrepreneurial skills through a strong theoretical and practical foundation. The two-year, 60-credit hour program aims for students to gain a comprehensive understanding of national and global contexts. The MTTM 0-credit hour structure, students to enhance their management capabilities by gaining a thorough understanding of the national and global economic, social, and political landscapes.
The specific mission of the Master of Travel and Tourism Management (MTTM) program is to cultivate senior management-level tourism professionals to serve both private and public institutions within the travel and tourism industry. The MTTM program is recognized as the first advanced Tourism Management Degree, employing a semester system, a research-based approach, and practical skill development. It benefits from the commitment of highly experienced management faculty and features a curriculum tailored to the demands of the travel industry and international management education trends. The program utilizes a student-centered teaching-learning method, boasts a globally acceptable curricular structure, and offers's mission to produce senior management professionals for the travel and tourism industry in both private and public sectors. This first advanced Tourism Management Degree is a research-based, semester-based program with a practical skill development focus, delivered by experienced faculty. Its globally acceptable curriculum, student-centered approach, and blend of MBA/MBS elements are designed for sectoral excellence, preparing leaders for Nepalese business with global perspectives, advanced managerial knowledge, and strong problem-solving skills.
Program Objectives
- To provide advanced theoretical knowledge, as having sound knowledge of this degree is essential in the field of management.
- This course aspires to impart analytical and problem-solving skills so as to cope with present and emerging challenges and helps to develop the ability to innovate genuine solutions for them.
- This course aims to endow knowledge in students about conducting empirical and applied research in the field of the travel industry and also meet the challenges of this industry.
- This course aims to develop talent in students for taking a leadership role and to act in response to the concerns of the travel industry.
Eligibility for Admission:
- The students must have to pass a Bachelor's in Travel and Tourism Management (BTTM)/ Bachelor of Hotel Management (BHM)/Bachelor's degree in any stream or at least any degree. equivalent to them, from any college/ university recognized by Tribhuvan University, are eligible for this MTTM degree.
- The interested candidates must have to obtain a minimum of a second division in a Bachelor's Degree.
Entrance Examination:
- Students are required to compulsorily appear in the entrance examination conducted by Tribhuvan University.
- This entrance examination is based on the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) format.
- The merit list is typically published a couple of weeks after the exam.
- For detailed information regarding the entrance process, interested candidates are advised to contact the college administration or visit the college in person.
Career and Scope:
The Master of Travel and Tourism Management (MTTM) program offers a broad field with significant scope and high potential for new graduates. Job prospects are available in both the private and public sectors, including various government departments involved in travel and tourism. Graduates can pursue careers in:
- Industry Roles: Airline companies, travel agencies, tour operators, hotels and restaurants, and other corporate entities within the travel industry.
- Research and Academia: Researching various aspects of the travel and tourism industry, or working in colleges, schools, and universities offering MTTM degrees.
- Specific Positions: Travel Manager, Holiday Representative, Travel Officer, Supervisor, Information Center Manager, Event Organizer, Customer Service Manager, and Marketing Manager.
