Giving you that something xtra

• Diverse curriculum that spans the entire range of tourism sectors
  
  
• Six-month internships in MICE, hospitality and travel industries
  
  
• On-site learning opportunities at five-star hotels, on-board luxury cruise liners and study tours to global tourist hotspots like Las Vegas, Gold Coast and Macau
  
  
• Programmes to help you to appreciate fine dining, arts and culture, and leisure activities

About the Diploma

Are you enthralled by the world’s only Formula One night race? Are you excited by the upcoming Youth Olympic Games in 2010?

Careful planning, timing and execution of such events can lead to multi-billion-dollar revenues in related business tourism dollars. And with the emergence of the Integrated Resorts (IRs), the face of the tourism industry in Singapore is changed forever. There will be a demand for trained professionals in the exciting tourism and hospitality industry.

By enrolling in our Diploma in Tourism & Resort Management (TRM), you will acquire the knowledge and skills to be part of the exciting tourism industry.

Our diploma also helps you develop a strong business foundation with a global and entrepreneurial focus. A series of lifestyle appreciation workshops will hone your skills and understanding of the high life. Learn the finer points of wining and dining, arts and culture, golf and grooming!

As a TRM graduate, you will gain from:

Targeted and integrated learning experience

• Diverse curriculum that covers the entire range of tourism sectors, with a focus on Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE), Hospitality and Travel
• Six-month internship in the sector of of your interest

Real world exposure   

• Learning opportunities on overseas study tours to tourist destinations such as Las Vegas, Gold Coast and Macau
• On-site learning in hotels, on cruise ships, at convention centres, various tourism attractions and major tourism events

Mindset change

• Achieve a professional and positive service mindset through various programmes
• Acquire self-esteem and confidence to excel in the tourism industry

Career Prospects 

With the emergence of the IRs and the development of the Marina Bay area, the tourism and resort industry is growing fast. The industry offers TRM graduates many openings in MICE, hospitality, travel, food and beverage, and other tourism-related sectors. Job opportunities can be found in a wide variety of management positions in sales and marketing, operations, facility planning and development, promotions and public relations, consultancy and customer service.

Further Studies

Your diploma is accredited with all local and several established overseas universities such as Southern Cross University, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, University of Queensland, and University of Southern Queensland. Many universities in Australia and the United Kingdom grant at least one year’s exemption.

Related Courses
•	Business Studies (N45)
•	International Business (N85)
•	Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management (N40)
•	Real Estate Business (N48)

Contact us
 
School of Business & Accountancy
535 Clementi Road
Singapore 599489
Tel: 6 4608324
Fax: 6 4673474
Email: sch-ba@np.edu.sg

Academic Manager
Ms Cheng Elaine
E-mail: cel2@np.edu.sg

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
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