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BSc (Hons) Business & Tourism Management with Foundation Year

Global Banking School (GBS) · CCCU

Connect hospitality operations, service management and customer experience with practical analysis and professional development. The published curriculum offers a platform for relevant work or further study.

London Stratford; London Greenford; Manchester; Birmingham; LeedsOn CampusNext intake: please enquire
Choose this course
01

Is this for you?

For learners seeking a preparatory year before degree-level study; progression depends on meeting the course requirements.

02

What you will learn

Published modules

Selected published modules. Options and availability may change between intakes.

  • Academic Skills for Higher EducationYear 0 (Foundation Year)
  • Understanding the TouristYear 0 (Foundation Year)
  • Business and Ethical Awareness in the Tourism WorkplaceYear 0 (Foundation Year)
  • Business EnvironmentYear One (Level 4)
  • Tourism and SocietyYear One (Level 4)
  • Tourism Marketing PrinciplesYear One (Level 4)
  • Entrepreneurship in TourismYear Two (Level 5)
  • Tourism Impacts and Sustainable DevelopmentYear Two (Level 5)
  • Tourism Contemporary IssuesYear Two (Level 5)
  • Research Method 2Year Three (Level 6)
  • Leadership and ChangeYear Three (Level 6)
  • Project DissertationYear Three (Level 6)

Put it into practice

Illustrative examples based on these subjects; assessed activities are confirmed by the provider.

  • Illustrative example: Propose a tourism experience for a fictional destination and evaluate demand, operations and community impact.
Subject areas

Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.

hospitality operations, service management and customer experience
03

Explore your career potential

Gross annual figures. Region and source are shown for each occupation.

Indicative occupational salaries, not guaranteed earnings after this course.

Hotel manager

Experience required

Manages hotel operations, staff and guest services.

Starting out
£30,000
UK median (2025)
£36,419
Experienced
£60,000
How to read the median

Median for SOC 1221: hotel and other accommodation managers. Although the group title includes proprietors, ASHE measures employee jobs only. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.

ONS · ASHE 2025

How to get there: Gain relevant operational experience, then demonstrate team, budget or project responsibility; senior salaries reflect progression.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Events manager

Experience required

Plans and delivers events, suppliers, budgets and logistics.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Gain relevant operational experience, then demonstrate team, budget or project responsibility; senior salaries reflect progression.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Travel agent

Related career

Advise customers and arrange travel services and bookings.

Starting out
£22,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£34,000

How to get there: Build relevant placement, portfolio or work experience and meet the employer’s selection requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Tour manager

Related career

Coordinates itineraries and resolves operational issues during organised trips.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: Build destination knowledge, customer-service and communication skills; complete employer or guiding training and any role-specific language requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Tourist guide

Related career

Interprets local places and attractions for visiting groups.

Starting out
£19,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£25,000

How to get there: Build destination knowledge, customer-service and communication skills; complete employer or guiding training and any role-specific language requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Visitor attraction general manager

Experience required

Leads the visitor service, finances and safe operation of an attraction.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Build relevant operational experience and evidence of responsibility for teams, budgets or projects before applying.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Tourist information centre assistant

Related career

Helps visitors find local activities, accommodation and attractions.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: Build destination knowledge, customer-service and communication skills; complete employer or guiding training and any role-specific language requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Resort representative

Related career

Supports holiday guests, organises activities and handles travel issues.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: Build destination knowledge, customer-service and communication skills; complete employer or guiding training and any role-specific language requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Restaurant manager

Experience required

Runs restaurant service, staffing and commercial operations.

Starting out
£26,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Build relevant workplace experience and responsibility; senior roles and the experienced salary endpoint are not graduate guarantees.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Catering manager

Experience required

Organises food services, staff and catering budgets.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£34,000

How to get there: Build relevant operational experience and evidence of responsibility for teams, budgets or projects before applying.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Leisure centre manager

Experience required

Runs sports facilities, staff teams and customer services.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000

How to get there: Build relevant operational experience and evidence of responsibility for teams, budgets or projects before applying.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Facilities manager

Experience required

Coordinates building maintenance, workplace services and security.

Starting out
£26,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Build relevant operational experience and evidence of responsibility for teams, budgets or projects before applying.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Marketing executive

Related career

Researches audiences and delivers marketing campaigns.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Public relations officer

Related career

Manage communication and relationships with media and audiences.

Starting out
£22,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Build relevant placement, portfolio or work experience and meet the employer’s selection requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Sales manager

Experience required

Manages sales teams, targets and customer accounts.

Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£70,000

How to get there: Gain relevant operational experience, then demonstrate team, budget or project responsibility; senior salaries reflect progression.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Business development manager

Experience required

Builds commercial relationships and identifies new revenue opportunities.

Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£80,000

How to get there: Gain relevant operational experience, then demonstrate team, budget or project responsibility; senior salaries reflect progression.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Purchasing manager

Experience required

Selects suppliers and manages purchasing contracts and costs.

Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£60,000

How to get there: Gain relevant operational experience, then demonstrate team, budget or project responsibility; senior salaries reflect progression.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Human resources officer

Related career

Supports recruitment, employee relations and people policies.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Training officer

Related career

Identify learning needs and design and evaluate staff training.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Build relevant placement, portfolio or work experience and meet the employer’s selection requirements.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Business project manager

Experience required

Plans work, people and budgets to deliver business projects.

Starting out
£29,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£75,000

How to get there: Gain relevant operational experience, then demonstrate team, budget or project responsibility; senior salaries reflect progression.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21
04

Study options and entry

Availability checked: 04/11/2026, 07:31

Campus, mode and intake
London Stratford; London Greenford; Manchester; Birmingham; Leeds · On Campus · please enquire
Duration
To be confirmed
Published tuition fee
Foundation Year: £5,760. Years 1 to 3: £9,790 per year
Awarding university
CCCU
Historical information (not the current offer)

Foundation Year: £5,760 Years 1 to 3: £9,535 per year

Entry requirements and routes

Applicants aged 21 or over can apply without formal qualifications or work experience.

English language

No N/A

Interview or assessment

Oral Interview for 10-15 mins and a written assessment (Computerised) of 240 words

Classes and attendance

Two days a week . Weekdays (Morning and Evening) one day week day and one weekend Status:Open for Januuary 2027 intake

05

Funding and support

FUNDING AWAITING CONFIRMATION

CalmaLink needs to check this course’s funding before confirming it to you.

Student Finance England

Tuition fees: To be confirmed

Maintenance: To be confirmed

Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.

For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.

Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.

Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.

Student Finance England makes the decision. We help you check. Official source

Course funding does not guarantee individual approval or a particular amount.

Funding source
Attendance and English

To receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.

The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.

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Sources and review

Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21

Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.

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