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Master of Tourism Studies | PU

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Objectives of Master of Tourism Studies

The objectoves of Master of Tourism Studies course are as follows: 
  • To enable students to communicate efficiently.
  • To provide students with managerial skills and knowledge required to address the need of tourism industry.
  • To enhance students' critical thinking and decision-making skill.

Admission Requirements in Master of Tourism Studies

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Bachelor degree in any program with two years of experience in service at the supervisory level.
  • Applicants should take the entrance test as per the requirement prescribed by Purbanchal University and personal interview held by the academy.

Required Documents:

  • Two recent PP size photos
  • Attested copy of academic certificates
  • Completed and signed application form
  • Attested copy of citizenship certificate
  • Character certificates issued by the last attended institution

Selection Procedure:

Students are selected for MTS on the basis of their academic certificates and entrance test score.

Fee Structure

The average fee for a Master of Tourism Studies program in  typically ranges between Npr 4,00,000 and Npr 6,00,000, though the exact cost may vary depending on the colleges.

Career and Scope

As Nepal's economy highly depends upon the tourism industry, the demand of knowledgeable and skilled manpower in this field will never lessen. Thus, MTS degree holder should never worry about finding a job. They can find employment opportunities in both private and public sectors. In the public sector, they can find a job in the Directorates and Departments of Tourism and in the private sector, they can serve at travel agencies, transport and cargo companies among other. Moreover, grads with this degree can apply for the higher level post in any organization related to tourism.

Job Prospects:

MTS Graduates have a wide range of employment opportunities in travel organizations, tourism departments, hotels and airlines. An Individual with this degree has the option to work as:

  • Holiday representative
  • Lodging manager
  • Tourism officer
  • Travel agency manager
  • Tour manager
  • Tourist information center manager
  • Tourist guides
  • Information assistants