International Tourism Management | BA (Hons)

Dr Claudia Sima - Programme Leader

Claudia Sima is a Lecturer in Tourism in Lincoln International Business School and Programme Leader for International Tourism Management.

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Welcome to BA (Hons) International Tourism Management

Millions of tourists are on the move every year, and the global tourism industry is big business for those skilled in providing the perfect experience.

The BA (Hons) International Tourism Management degree investigates the issues and techniques relevant to the planning and management of international tourism. It is designed to enable students to build knowledge through tourism-specific and business-related modules, while optional modules can be chosen to reflect personal interests and career aspirations.

How You Study

During the first and second years, students are able to study the tourism experience and the principles of organising people, space, and transport, as well as how to manage human resources, protect the environment, and understand relevant legal issues and legislation. During the final year, students can tailor their degree by choosing from a wide range of optional modules.

Throughout the course, students may be able to take part in optional study visits. There is also an opportunity to study abroad for a year at a partner university. Students are responsible for their accommodation, travel, and general living expenses.

This course includes the chance to study French, Business English, German, Spanish, or Mandarin Chinese, at no extra cost. Graduates with language skills are well placed for jobs in this global industry.

What You Need to Know

We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.

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An Introduction to Your Modules

† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.

Business Environment (Micro) 2023-24ECO1032Level 42023-24CoreData Analytics for Business 2023-24ECO1031Level 42023-24This module develops some quantitative techniques that underpin research and business analysis. It promotes a critical awareness and understanding of some of the processes, techniques and technology by which numerical information can be collected and analysed. In addition to ensuring that students are competent in relevant numerical techniques, it anticipates the requirements of later modules, such as independent study, that entail analysis of numerical information using statistical tests.CoreFinance for non-specialists 2023-24FIN1012MLevel 42023-24This module is designed to provide an introduction to basic business finance for non-specialist students. The module explores the essential elements of business finance, which are required for a career in business, in any discipline.CoreOrganisational Behaviour 2023-24MGT1022MLevel 42023-24This module is intended for students who are interested in understanding the way people work, as individuals and as group members in firms. The module explores essential topics in a clear, concise and informative manner, aiming to introduce students to the interpersonal perceptual processes in a work environment; the key behavioural factors determining effective and ineffective groups; the usefulness of theories on leadership/management styles; and the difficulties in implementing change in organisations.CorePrinciples of Marketing 2023-24MKT1001MLevel 42023-24This module provides an introduction to the theory and practice of marketing, as well as marketing technologies that will underpin the more specialist marketing modules at higher levels. Students are introduced to the key concepts, terminologies, and issues of marketing not only in specific businesses, but also in a broad social context. The module shows how sustainable market success can be achieved through business environment analysis and customer-centred product/services development. The module will examine the customer journey and stakeholder engagement to evaluate the impact of marketing activities on consumers, the environment, and society. Students will also benefit from gaining insights on the latest marketing thinking, trends, and techniques; learning from experienced marketing practitioners and developing creative mindset, cognitive flexibility, social and emotional intelligence to manage the plethora of opportunities and challenges that will help them to success in future world of work.CoreTourism Management Principles and Concepts 2023-24TOU1017Level 42023-24CoreAdvanced French 1 2023-24MOD1393MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced French 2 2023-24MOD1394MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced German 1 2023-24MOD1395MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced German 2 2023-24MOD1396MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced Spanish 1 2023-24MOD1397MLevel 42023-24OptionalAdvanced Spanish 2 2023-24MOD1398MLevel 42023-24OptionalBusiness English Culture and Society 1 2023-24MOD1407MLevel 42023-24OptionalBusiness English Culture and Society 2 2023-24MOD1408MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Chinese 1 2023-24MOD1399MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Chinese 2 2023-24MOD1400MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore French 1 2023-24MOD1401MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore French 2 2023-24MOD1402MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore German 1 2023-24MOD1403MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore German 2 2023-24MOD1404MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Italian 1 2023-24MOD1628MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Italian 2 2023-24MOD1629MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Spanish 1 2023-24MOD1405MLevel 42023-24OptionalCore Spanish 2 2023-24MOD1406MLevel 42023-24OptionalGlobal Case Studies in Tourism, Events and Sports Business Management 2023-24TOU1230MLevel 42023-24In a highly competitive and globalised tourism, events, and sports business industry, businesses active in these fields are constantly struggling to attract local national and international visitors, attendees, fans, or funding. These are truly global industries, constantly struggling for resources. Crucial to their development and success is being able to research the needs of their customers and other stakeholders, the impacts they have on the industry, markets, and destinations, as well as their available resources. Research is an integral part of the tourism industry and tourism management. Upon completion of this module, students should be able to evaluate the significance and use of published data and original research within tourism, events and sports business management; develop and implement research strategies appropriate to the study of these interconnected industries and their stakeholders; and collect, analyse, interpret, and present data that supports local and global tourism, events and sports businesses in their decision-making process. This knowledge will be of relevance and will enhance the academic work produced during their second and final year of study across the three programmes. The module will discuss a range of highly popular global case-studies with the areas of tourism, events, and sports business management such as the Olympics, Eurovision, or the MICE industry (meetings, incentive travel, conferences, exhibitions). It is vital to introduce key concepts to the successful running of such case-studies such as experience management (the visitor experience or the tourist experience for tourism management; the venue experience or the event attendee experience for events management; the fan or the club experience for sports business management) before proceeding to more complex issue in the 2nd and final year of study. The module achieves that with the help of a range of theoretical and practical case-studies. The module complements the year 1 core tourism, events, and sports business modules very well because it focuses on the practical application of these key concepts, and it allows their observation in practice with the help of fieldtrips and fieldwork. Students will engage with practical activities related to these three themes and in addition they will push their knowledge and skills further by investigating the themes through fieldwork and data collection. This module provides students with an opportunity to develop a range of research skills, both quantitative and qualitative. It enables students to understand the nature of evidence in research as well as undertake their own independent research. In doing so, it aims to prepare students for their final year dissertation (or consultancy project) by giving them the chance to develop skills, ideas, and confidence to undertake a major piece of primary research. The module also encourages students to evaluate research using the key concepts of reliability and validity.OptionalIntermediate French 1 2023-24MOD1409MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate French 2 2023-24MOD1410MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate German 1 2023-24MOD1411MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate German 2 2023-24MOD1412MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate Spanish 2 2023-24MOD1414MLevel 42023-24OptionalIntermediate Spanish 1 2023-24MOD1413MLevel 42023-24OptionalProfessional Development 2023-24MGT1027MLevel 42023-24This module is designed to enable students to identify potential career paths, understand power, emotional intelligence and responsibility in a professional context. Moreover, the module enhances the students' understanding of the graduate job market and the skills they need for meeting employer requirements and securing a job. Assessments enable the students to map their skills and competences based on the analysis of job descriptions and practise interview and presentation skills. In addition to lectures and seminars, the students will learn from industry guest speakers who will share their personal career journeys and provide detailed advice on specific graduate job opportunities.OptionalChange and Global Tourism Management 2024-25TOU2237MLevel 52024-25The tourism industry has seen unprecedented disruption during the recent pandemic. A high number of disruptive events are reshaping it such as health crisis, war, resource management issues, an energy crisis, climate change, disruption to global distribution chains, disruption in international travel and tourism, and other critical issues are impacting the tourism industry. Decades of continuous growth were replaced by sharp decline in tourist numbers and sharp profit losses across its various segments. The domestic and international tourism markets and stakeholders were impacted equally. This reminded the world that the tourism industry is highly globalised and highly vulnerable to health risks, political and social instability, climate change and resource depletion. The negative impacts of the industry on the world became the subject of intense critique as well. A call to action and a need to Rethink and remake tourism is now dominating tourism discourses and students are encouraged to take part in the debates. The module addresses these issues with the help of relevant theories, industry guest speakers and fieldwork. The module complements the introductory year 1 module and sets the scene for more specialised discussions taking place in later modules in the final year of study around change and innovation management. With the help of theoretical frameworks and case-studies from across the wider tourism landscape, the module discusses resilience, recovery, rejuvenation, and reinvention within the tourism industry post-pandemic and during challenging periods.CoreEthics, Sustainability and Responsibility 2024-25MGT2291MLevel 52024-25CoreInternational Business Environment 2024-25ECO2205Level 52024-25This module sets out to develop student knowledge of the gains to be made from trading internationally. It focuses also on the gains to be made from economic integration and the globalisation process.CoreAdvanced French for Business 3 2024-25MOD2585MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced French for Business 4 2024-25MOD2586MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced German for Business 3 2024-25MOD2587MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced German for Business 4 2024-25MOD2588MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced Spanish for Business 3 2024-25MOD2589MLevel 52024-25OptionalAdvanced Spanish for Business 4 2024-25MOD2590MLevel 52024-25OptionalBusiness English and Communication 2024-25MOD2591MLevel 52024-25The aim of this module is to enable students to communicate successfully in the international business world. The module focuses on a range of business skills that can be applied in a global context,as well as the skills and themes associated with working in a foreign country or dealing with international businesses. The module places an emphasis on independent study. The module aims to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills. Students can learn persuading, influencing, negotiating, and problem solving skills. There is the opportunity to develop a broad critical understanding of cultural issues and their impact on businesses.OptionalBusiness English and Communication A 2024-25MOD2370MLevel 52024-25This module is only for students whose first language is not English. The aim of the module is to enable students to communicate successfully in the international business world. The module focuses on a range of business skills that can be applied in a global context, as well as the skills and themes associated with working in a foreign country or dealing with international businesses. The module places an emphasis on independent study. The module aims to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills. Students can learn persuading, influencing, negotiating and problem solving skills. There is the opportunity to develop a broad critical understanding of cultural issues and their impact on businesses.OptionalBusiness English and Communication B 2024-25MOD2371MLevel 52024-25This module is only for students whose first language is not English. The aim of the module is to enable students to communicate successfully in the international business world. The module focuses on a range of business skills that can be applied in a global context, as well as the skills and themes associated with working in a foreign country or dealing with international businesses. The module places an emphasis on independent study. The module aims to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills. Students can learn persuading, influencing, negotiating, and problem solving skills. There is the opportunity to develop a broad critical understanding of cultural issues and their impact on businesses.OptionalClient Based Project 2024-25TOU2034MLevel 52024-25The basis of this module is that students work in groups to undertake a live project, with a particular critical focus, for a tourism/events/sports local employer as client. Students are encouraged to think of themselves as graduate trainees, who under the direction of their tutor as a consultancy project director, undertake research, evaluate and synthesise the information acquired, and present it to their client with recommendations. This process will enable students to gain insights into the internal and external environments in which organisations operate, and put into practice some of the frameworks acquired in the degree programme to date as a response to a client brief.OptionalCore Chinese for Business 3 2024-25MOD2592MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Chinese for Business 4 2024-25MOD2605MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore French for Business 4 2024-25MOD2594MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore French for Business 3 2024-25MOD2593MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore German for Business 3 2024-25MOD2595MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore German for Business 4 2024-25MOD2596MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Italian for Business 4 2024-25MOD2609MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Italian for Business 3 2024-25MOD2608MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Spanish for Business 3 2024-25MOD2603MLevel 52024-25OptionalCore Spanish for Business 4 2024-25MOD2604MLevel 52024-25OptionalCultural Heritage in the Visitor Economy 2024-25TOU2238MLevel 52024-25Cultural heritage sites range from theme parks to ancient monuments, and from museums to performances. They constitute by far the greatest majority of visitor attractions across the world. This module examines the nature of cultural heritage sites and their role in creating a sense of place, as well as meaningful visitor experiences. We also examine the many challenges facing managers of cultural heritage sites, from recovering from the Covid pandemic and coping with the climate emergency to enhancing visitor experiences through creating inclusive spaces, employing digital tools and dealing with contested heritage. With a rich history stretching back millennia, Lincoln is a fantastic laboratory for examining cultural heritage and we use many local examples. However, we take a dynamic global perspective too, and draw on examples from around the world. Decolonisation is addressed through the concepts of sense of place, authenticity and contested heritage. Authors we study are actively engaging with these issues in the Global North and we draw on authors from the Global South too. Students will be introduced to live examples of decolonisation in Lincoln, such as the Black History Trail of the city. The idea of inclusivity is addressed through a) attention to the needs of different visitor segments (including the concept of hard to reach audiences); b) the concept of universal design; and c) the ways in which interpretation can be employed to engage visitors. Students will be introduced to the idea of museum activism as a means of promoting a culture of change. This is especially relevant at a juncture when cultural heritage sites are responding to a growing demand for a more sensitive representation of the past. The skills that students will be encouraged to develop: critical analysis; developing strategies for dealing with sensitive/difficult cultural heritage; developing solutions for inclusive visitor management. The assessment will be designed to address the LOs as well as these skills.OptionalDesigning Immersive Visitor Experiences 2024-25TOU2236MLevel 52024-25The purpose of this module is to critically examine the meaning of visitor experiences within the context of tourism, events, and sports business management to allow graduates of the undergraduate suite of degrees to be able to design and deliver positive and impactful experiences. The module focuses on how meaning is anticipated, created, and remembered in a variety of contexts and how experiences, and meaning, can be enhanced through the development and delivery of inclusive and immersive practices in a range of contexts. To that end the module engages students with multi-faceted, interdisciplinary, debates around several key themes: The concept of experience. The innate human need to have tangible and intangible experiences and the role of tourism, events, and sports business management in meeting those needs. Intersectionality and inclusive experiences. Multi-sensory approaches to creating accessible, inclusive, and memorable experiences. Emotion in visitor experiences and its impact on the acts of engagement and remembering. The role of experiences in the creation and communication of narratives around identity/ies through souvenirs and social media. The importance and impact of Decolonisation in creating multivocal and representative cultural experiences. The themes will be critically examined through three-hour workshops that cover the theoretical concepts underpinning them, case studies of how these themes are represented in practice, and the application of theory and practice to solve a real-life problem relating to the theme. It is intended that this will not only develop students theoretical and practical knowledge, but will build time management, research, communication, critical analysis, team working, and problem-solving skills. We will embed case studies and application exercises covering each cohorts subject, and whilst students will focus on their area they will share their findings with the whole group in the sessions and via Black Board to help build their knowledge of the theme in other contexts.OptionalDigitalisation and Cultures in Tourism, Events and Sports Business Management 2024-25TOU2233Level 52024-25The purpose of this module is to explore how digitalisation and automatization are impacting the fields of tourism, events, and sports business management. The emergence of digital cultures because of this aggressive digital expansion is fascinating within the three fields. Known for their need for a high number of employees and people management, the three industries are being automated and digitalised at an unprecedented speed. AI and chat bots are replacing customer service; service and social robots are efficiently replacing the human workforce across these three sectors. The remaining human workforce is required to adapt and embrace technological advances at an unprecedented speed. This leads to changes in thought patters, work patterns, organisational structures and cultures across the board. The emergence of a digital economy has significantly influenced the nature of tourism, events and sport business management and marketing. Cultural and technological shifts seem to have not only led to a further proliferation of events for example but altered expectations as people place higher value on innovation and creativity. Moreover, the way destinations, attractions, and other tourism related activities and aspects, or events are developed, promoted, and experienced, or sports clubs and fan engagement is designed, continue to change as cultures and technologies interact. Participatory cultures mean that audiences and delegates interact in physical space and cyberspace in different ways; the experience can no longer be scripted and controlled. The way people consume experiences shifts, as they engage in social media, in an environment which is both diverse and rich in content and networks; events are multi-media, mixing traditional face to face interaction, with animated, visual, augmented and audio channels. Attendees expect to be able to communicate, connect, learn, and work whenever and wherever they want including while engaging with tourism, events, or sports, whilst travelling or at leisure. industry narratives are being constructed in cyberspace, shifting the way destinations, events, attractions, and service providers are understood and imagined. This module explores the interaction of contemporary cultural shifts (including networked and participatory cultures) and technological change.OptionalIntermediate French for Business 3 2024-25MOD2597MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate French for Business 4 2024-25MOD2598MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate German for Business 4 2024-25MOD2600MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate German for Business 3 2024-25MOD2599MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate Spanish for Business 3 2024-25MOD2601MLevel 52024-25OptionalIntermediate Spanish for Business 4 2024-25MOD2602MLevel 52024-25OptionalLIBS International Year Abroad 2024-25MGT2286MLevel 52024-25Lincoln International Business School (LIBS) believes that an option to study overseas is a valuable educational opportunity for our students. The optional year is intended to: -enable students to benefit from studying similar subjects within a cross cultural environment, by exposing students to a wider academic and cultural experience; -facilitate reflexivity in learning and personal and professional development; -enhance their future employment opportunities by increasing their cultural and professional mobility. This module is optional for all taught on campus undergraduate students within Lincoln International Business School. Study Abroad is a year long module which enables students to spend time studying abroad at one of the Universitys approved partner institutions. During the year spent abroad, students share classes with local students and study on a suite of locally-delivered taught modules which have been approved in advance by the University. As many partner institutions support internships it is anticipated that some students will elect to combine study (minimum one semester equivalent) with work and or a period of volunteering. Eligible students must have completed their second year of study to a satisfactory standard (normally with an average of a 2.2 or above, dependent upon partner requirements) standard and successfully completed the application process. Upon completion of the study period abroad, each student will be required to submit a portfolio including a reflection on the experience of living and studying in a different cultural environment and the skills acquired.OptionalManaging Events, Tourism and Sports Projects 2024-25TOU2037Level 52024-25OptionalProfessional Practice 2024-25MGT2037MLevel 52024-25This module is aimed at those students who have decided to take a year out of formal studies to gain accredited work experience and are registered on a degree programme with an accredited professional practice element. The Professional Practice Year aims to give students a continuous experience of full-time work within an organisation. It should be a three way co-operative activity between employer, student and University from which all parties benefit. Students can choose to pursue a variety of options including a placement year, a consultancy project or a work-based dissertation. Potential costs relating to this module are outlined in the Features tab.OptionalStudy Abroad Replacement Credit (1) 2024-25MKT2157MLevel 52024-25Students can elect to study up to 60 credits abroad at one of our partner universities , usually in the second semester. Usually students will elect to study for a semester and take 60 credits of study.OptionalStudy Abroad Replacement Credit (2) 2024-25MKT2158MLevel 52024-25Students can elect to study up to 60 credits abroad at one of our partner universities , usually in the second semester. Usually students will elect to study for a semester and take 60 credits of study.OptionalStudy Abroad Replacement Credit (3) 2024-25MKT2159MLevel 52024-25Students can elect to study up to 60 credits abroad at one of our partner universities , usually in the second semester. Usually students will elect to study for a semester and take 60 credits of study.OptionalStudy Abroad Replacement Credit (4) 2024-25MKT2160MLevel 52024-25Students can elect to study up to 60 credits abroad at one of our partner universities , usually in the second semester. Usually students will elect to study for a semester and take 60 credits of study.OptionalCritical Industry Insights 2025-26TOU3124MLevel 62025-26The purpose of the module is to expose students to relevant industry insights, perspectives, opinions, and experiences and facilitate a critical understanding of working in the tourism, events, and sports business industries. Life-long learning and value creation are necessary elements in the successful development and progression of a tourism, events, and sports business professional. The module aims to empower students and guide their development into reflexive, ethical, and responsible tourism practitioners by exposing them to industry practitioners, their practices, and experiences. As a result, students will be able to demonstrate that they have life-long learnings skills to sustain effectiveness and value creation in a global-local business environment within the tourism, events, and sports business industries and beyond. Throughout the module, students will be able to apply graduate knowledge and a local and global mindset in a manner which is consistent with sustainable development goals. The module content, theories and guest speakers will facilitate a critical discussion on the nature of the tourism, events and sports business working environment and will support their job hunting and career mapping after graduation. Exposure to concepts such as cultural capital and emotional capital, as well as coaching in the workplace will help develop student employability, resilience, and emotional intelligence. The module will discuss practical applications of change management, industry resilience, innovation, and creativity management for the three sister industries, as well as in relation to professional development and the student as future industry professional. It is vital to reflect on how change management, creativity management and innovation management theory can help the industry as well as the tourism, events, and sports business professional. Understanding of industry application of these key theories enhances the resilience and adaptability of those working in them. Students will be able to utilise evidence and critical thinking as the basis for creative problem solving and to inform responsible decision-making within the tourism, events, and sports business industries. Exposure to industry professionals and networking opportunities will support students to be effective communicators within diverse stakeholder contexts within the tourism, events and sports business industries and the wider economy. After completion of this module students should be able to contribute to the development of inclusive, responsible, and resilient tourism, events, and sport business industries.CoreStrategy 2025-26MGT3286Level 62025-26CoreTourism and Social Justice 2025-26TOU3126MLevel 62025-26This module is inscribed within the principles of social justice, critical tourism studies and responsible management, and underpinned by a range of concepts drawn from sociology. In particular, it relates to the following sustainable development goals: SDG8 Decent work and economic growth and SDG10 Reduced inequalities. This module focuses on developing critical, reflexive and ethical future leaders and industry professionals. It actively engages students in critical reflection, research and dialogue, identifying critical issues in the contemporary tourism industry as well as seeking solutions to overcome marginalisation and inequalities, and make tourism workplaces and experiences more inclusive. Through the module, students explore critical issues related to tourism participation (taking into consideration gender, race, age, disability), tourism employment and workplace experiences. Students are introduced to and actively engage with research on tourism (in)equalities from both the tourist and worker perspectives. The module examines the social factors and global political trends and how these shape both access to, and work within, tourism. It focuses on the way in which key socio-political variables, such as class, race, gender, age and nationality shape such access to tourism and workplace experiences. The module aims to examine how access to tourism is shaped by the myriad social and political relationships that are a part of every persons lived experience. The module also looks at conditions of work within the tourism sector, addressing a range of issues and concepts related to tourism workplaces and affecting tourism workers. It is expected that by the end of the module students will have had the opportunity to develop a deeper critical appreciation of how issues such as inequalities in race, class, gender and access to technology, shape holiday-taking patterns as well as how they impact on working in tourism. As they transition to the world of employment and graduate job market, the goal is to equip students with knowledge and understanding of these critical issues, and in this way shape them as leaders of the future, able to transform the industry for the better and make it more equitable and inclusive.CoreTourism, Policy & Development 2025-26TOU3127MLevel 62025-26CoreCrisis Management 2025-26TOU3120MLevel 62025-26This module addresses the implications of interruption to business and the issues and problems that may arise in connection with measures designed to counteract the effect of such interruption. Students are introduced to the underlying rationale for crisis management and business continuity initiatives both from a theoretical and professional perspective. The module examines the positioning of crisis management within an organisations overall strategic plan by reference to examples of good practice from organisations at home and abroad. Students can examine the role and function of effective crisis communication during times of crisis. Approaches to crisis management are evaluated and applied to a range of organisational case studies. The module also explores the relationship between crisis management and risk management which is seen as an inherent part of all businesses and which is further compounded by the uncertainties with the nature of product and consumer.OptionalDisaster Management 2025-26TOU3119MLevel 62025-26This module examines the various scenaria that arise during the management of natural disasters. It enables students to examine different disaster situations and competing approaches to disaster management intervention measures. The module aims to expose students to the anatomy of disaster and to reflect upon the best strategic practices for the management and control of disasters and emergencies. The module uses real case studies to demonstrate the importance of preparedness for disaster, and the need for effective recovery and rehabilitation measures. Students are introduced to the levels of command and the systems in place for any situation requiring major emergency or disaster management. The module also examines the position of relief workers and victims caught up in disaster. As such, this module analyses a range of strategic options in terms of theory and practice. The development of strategic thinking is relevant to both those interested in uniformed and non-uniformed public sector management. The module aims to increase students awareness of the nature and management of disasters, drawing on an interdisciplinary approach. It is designed to enable graduates to engage with and relate to disaster professionals with confidence and commitment.OptionalEntrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship in Tourism, Events and Sports Business Management 2025-26TOU3125MLevel 62025-26The purpose of the module is to expose students to various theoretical and practical aspects of entrepreneurship and new business venture creation in tourism, events, and sports business management. The role of entrepreneurship within the fields of tourism, events, and sports business management is vital. The current global economic and business climate requires graduates within these fields to be entrepreneurial and proactive. The module introduces students to key concepts related to entrepreneurship and new business venture creation, but also considers intrapreneurship and the application of entrepreneurial mindsets within the workplace, as well as dynamic careers where full time employment is complemented by a small entrepreneurial venture. The module aims to equip students with confidence and a desire to take their exploration of entrepreneurship further. The module will be delivered using a range of teaching and learning approaches. This strategy includes contemporary case studies designed to develop an understanding on theory application into practice. Where relevant, entrepreneurial academics, business start-up graduates, intrapreneurs, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals will be invited to share their knowledge and experience. Through the formative and summative assessment strategy, students will be encouraged to develop their own approaches to entrepreneurship, business start-up, intrapreneurship and consider entrepreneurial careers. The module considers entrepreneurship in different country contexts, the social and cultural dimensions of entrepreneurship, case studies from a wide range of tourism, events and sports business sectors, and industry perspectives and examples are included.OptionalEssential English Leadership Skills A 2025-26MOD3357Level 62025-26This module is only for students whose first language is not English. The module aims to enable students to gain high-level communication skills appropriate for leaders in the international business world. The main aims are to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills as appropriate, to apply communication skills to selected professional contexts, and to provide increasing opportunities for initiative, autonomy, and group work. The module aims to enable students to be able to communicate information effectively within international businesses to a diverse range of audiences, presenting an organisation and its services or products in the clearest possible way to consumers, clients and colleagues. Students can develop the skills to work successfully in a team and in a professional manner appropriate for leadership.OptionalEssential English Leadership Skills B 2025-26MOD3358Level 62025-26This module is only for students whose first language is not English. The module aims to enable students to gain high-level communication skills appropriate for leaders in the international business world. The main aims are to strengthen and consolidate existing communicative competence and introduce new skills as appropriate, to apply communication skills to selected professional contexts, and to provide increasing opportunities for initiative, autonomy, and group work. The module aims to enable students to be able to communicate information effectively within international businesses to a diverse range of audiences, presenting an organisation and its services or products in the clearest possible way to consumers, clients and colleagues. Students can develop the skills to work successfully in a team and in a professional manner appropriate for leadership.OptionalFuturology in Tourism, Events, and Sports Business Management 2025-26TOU3122MLevel 62025-26Futurology or futures studies, futures research, or futurism is the systematic, interdisciplinary, and holistic study of social and technological advancement, and other environmental trends, often for the purpose of exploring how people will live and work in the future. In a changing world and industry, highly vulnerable to outbreaks, climate change, political and social unrest, and other highly damaging disruptors, studying the potential futures of tourism, events and sports business management is important. The purpose of the module is to introduce students to tools and approaches related to the study of tourism, events, and sports futures such as scenario planning. The skills developed throughout the module will support students navigate their post-graduation and job-hunting period, in their workplace, as well as in their long-term professional development. The methods studied here can be applied in a wide variety of contexts, from professional to self-development.OptionalIndependent Project - Research 2025-26TOU3128MLevel 62025-26The Final Independent Research Project, allows students to undertake a substantive piece of research in the context of both their chosen degree specialism and Lincoln International Business School's commitment to principles of responsible management. Research areas will be framed by areas of research expertise existing with relevant departments. Students will progress through guided research and workshops to supervised independent study.OptionalIndependent Project - Responsible Enterprise 2025-26TOU3130MLevel 62025-26Students can elect to undertake their final project as an enterprise project, culminating the development of a business plan for a new enterprise. Planned ventures will be framed by Lincoln International Business Schools commitment to Principles of Responsible Management and as such prospective start-ups will need to evaluate their proposed venture in the context of sustainable development. Student will be provided with appropriate academic support and business advice.OptionalIndependent Project- Negotiated Client Based Project 2025-26TOU3129MLevel 62025-26The Negotiated Client Based Project is an elective which develops the skills and understanding of what makes a successful consultant, whilst reviewing industry sustainability issues and what is needed to support a company through change. The Negotiated Client Based Project (NCBP) sits alongside other forms of independent study at Level 6 including (but not exclusively) Independent Research Project, or Independent Responsible Enterprise Project. Students are encouraged to learn and understand the challenges, opportunities and skills required by organisations to make effective decisions on behalf of a client in a live business environment. This module enables students to consider success and failure aspects of business and marketing within the context of LIBS commitment to Principles of Responsible Management and sustainable development.OptionalLive Events Management 2025-26TOU3121MLevel 62025-26The purpose of the Live Events Management module is to support the development of students as event managers. Students will build upon the knowledge acquired in the first and second year of their degree and put theory into practice to establish themselves as event organisers. Throughout the module students will acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in planning and executing a live event. The module will cover key areas in event management such as event design, sustainability in event practice, or event evaluation and legacy. Both highly successful event examples, complex event failures and a wide range of event management case-studies will be used to help students understand the events industry and events from a practical angle. Students will be able to organise a live event and reflect on their development as event mangers. Within each workshop group, students will be split into one of four sub-groups, namely a project management team, a marketing & PR team, an operations team, and a finance team. Each workshop group will work within these teams to organise an event for their chosen charity or university society. Students will then be able to reflect on and write about their experience organising a face-to-face, online or a hybrid event.Optional

How you are assessed

The different assessment methods used are designed to ensure that a student has a variety of opportunities to demonstrate their abilities. Assignments can enable students to manage their own time, develop their research and analytical skills, and provide an opportunity to explore subjects in greater depth. They take a range of forms including essays, reports, and oral presentations prepared individually and in groups.

Some modules are assessed by way of requiring students to engage in simulated negotiation and mediation exercises. Other modules may require students to engage in an online conference along with students who are also studying international tourism at other universities. Students who take our Law for Tourism, Events and Sports Management module are expected to represent and argue a case in favour of their clients. For those undertaking the optional Event Management module in the second year, students are expected to be involved in putting on an assessed event.

Fees and Scholarships

Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.

Course Fees

For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.

Course-Specific Additional Costs

Students have the chance to spend around four months learning at an overseas university as part of our exchange programme during their second year. The study abroad scheme requires students to pay for their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses.

Those who to undertake a year-long work placement after their second year do not pay tuition fees for that year but will be required to cover their travel, accommodation, and general living costs.

Entry Requirements 2023-24

United Kingdom

A Level: BBC (112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent qualifications).

International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall.

BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit or equivalent.

T Level: Merit

Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points.

A combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTEC, EPQ, etc.

Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English and Maths. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.

The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry. We will also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.

International

Non UK Qualifications:

If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.

EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page:

https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/.

If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.

The University of Lincoln's International College also offers university preparation courses for international students who do not meet the direct entry requirements. Upon successful completion, students can progress to Bachelor's study at the University of Lincoln. Please visit https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/internationalcollege/ for more information.

If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk

Work Placement Year

All full-time students on this course have the opportunity to undertake a year-long work placement after their second year. Students are expected to source their own placement, and tutors can provide support during the process if required. Those who choose this route do not pay tuition fees for that year but will be required to cover their own travel, accommodation, and general living costs. For more information about Lincoln International Business School work placements, please visit LIBS work placements pages.

Complete University Guide 2022

Tourism, Transport, Travel and Heritage Studies at Lincoln is ranked 3rd overall in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2022 (out of 57 ranking institutions).

Complete University Guide 3rd Tourism Badge

Study Abroad

Students have the chance to spend around four months learning at an overseas university as part of our exchange programme during their second year. Current destinations include Mexico, China, Malaysia, the USA, France, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Malta, Sweden, and Finland. The study abroad scheme requires students to pay for their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses.

Optional Study Visits

Throughout the course, students can take part in optional study visits. The cost of these vary, but students can expect to pay between £20 and £40 for each visit, which may be used for food, drinks, and admission fees to events and venues. An optional visit to Sri Lanka is currently available for students who choose to take the optional third-year module Disaster Management. This costs approximately £900, which can be paid in instalments, plus food costs. Attendance on this trip is not assessed.

"During my degree, I spent six months in China and participated in field trips to Sri Lanka and India, giving me in-depth knowledge about business practices, disaster management, and cultural differences, which will benefit me in my future career."

Rebecca Cardell, BA (Hons) International Tourism Management graduate

Career Opportunities

Lincoln graduates have been employed in culture and heritage management, local tourism development, and by airlines and independent tour operators. These have included Sonesta Resort Hilton, Xerox, and The Bear Grylls Adventure.

Working in Partnership

Lincoln International Business School works with students and organisations to enhance the contribution of business to society. For students, that means developing their business skills and knowledge to improve their career readiness.

The University of Lincoln is a member of AACSB, a global nonprofit association connecting educators, students, and businesses to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders. Find out more.

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Key Information

BA (Hons) International Tourism Management