The Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management offered by Sipway Campus, Kurunegala is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required for successful careers in the tourism, hospitality, and travel industries. The programme focuses on developing professional competencies in tourism operations, hospitality services, travel coordination, customer service, tourism marketing, and event management within both local and international tourism sectors.
This programme provides students with a strong understanding of tourism principles, travel industry operations, hospitality management practices, and sustainable tourism concepts while preparing them to meet the demands of the rapidly growing tourism and travel industry. Learners will gain practical exposure to travel planning, itinerary preparation, tourism promotion, event coordination, and customer relationship management through industry-oriented learning activities and real-world case studies.
The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications to help students develop communication, interpersonal, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills essential for professional success in tourism and hospitality environments. Students will also gain awareness of tourism trends, cultural diversity, responsible tourism practices, and digital tools used in modern travel and tourism operations.
Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be prepared for employment opportunities in travel agencies, hotels, resorts, airlines, event management companies, tour operations, and other tourism-related sectors or may continue higher studies in tourism, hospitality, and management fields.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understand the principles and practices of tourism and travel management
- Gain knowledge of tourism, hospitality, and travel industry operations
- Develop practical skills in travel planning and itinerary preparation
- Understand customer service and client relationship management in tourism environments
- Apply tourism marketing and promotional strategies effectively
- Understand domestic and international tourism trends and operations
- Develop event planning and leisure management skills
- Improve communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities
- Apply problem-solving and decision-making skills in tourism-related situations
- Understand sustainable and responsible tourism practices
- Gain knowledge of travel documentation and tourism procedures
- Utilize digital tools and technology related to tourism and travel services
- Develop professional ethics and cultural awareness in tourism environments
Course Structure & Modules
Duration 06 Months
| Course Unit No. | Course Unit | Credit | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DTTM 1113 | Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality | 3 | Core | |
| DTTM 1123 | Travel Management and Operations | 3 | Core | |
| DTTM 1133 | Tourism Marketing and Promotion | 3 | Core | |
| DTTM 1243 | Inbound and Outbound Tourism | 3 | Core | |
| DTTM 1253 | Event and Leisure Management | 3 | Core |
Total Credits: 15
Entry Requirements
Applicants seeking admission to the Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management should fulfill one of the following minimum qualifications:
- Pass in the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination in any stream
- Any other qualification acceptable to the academic board or relevant authority
- School leavers interested in tourism, hospitality, and travel-related careers
- Working professionals seeking career advancement in tourism and hospitality sectors
Course Fee
Registration Fee
- LKR 2,000/-
Full Course Fee
- LKR 36,000/-
One-Time Payment
- LKR 29,000/-
(Special discounted payment)
Two-Time Payment
- LKR 16,000 × 2
- Total: LKR 32,000/-
Installments
- LKR 6,000 × 6
- Total: LKR 36,000/-
