Diploma in Tourism Management
- Level
- Diploma(MNQF Level 5)
- Duration
- 1 year(2 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time)
SUMMARY
- current Intake
- August Intake 2026
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time (Blended), Full-Time (Evening))
current Intake
Overview
This program will provide the necessary skills and knowledge to work in all facets of the tourism industry. The curriculum contains units which are relevant to all sectors of the global tourism industry including Travel Companies, Tour Operators, Airlines, Cruise Ships, Events and Recreation Businesses. This qualification is important for every academic who wants to join one of the most diverse industries in the world.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) Successful completion of Higher Secondary Education (2 passes at A' Level /HSC) OR
- ii) Attainment of a level 4 qualification in a related field OR
- iii) Completion of MNU certificate 4 Foundation Studies (Any)
Alternative Entry
- i) Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of MNU University Preparation Program OR
- ii) 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MNU University Preparation Program
General Notes
- Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
- Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
- Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.
Semester 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | TRS129 Hospitality and Tourism Industry (CORE) | Hospitality and Tourism Industry | Nil | 15 Hospitality and Tourism Industry (CORE) (15) (15) | 2,100 2,100 |
TRS111 Fundamentals of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CORE) | Nil | 2,100 2,100 | |||
TRS139 Travel and Tourism Geography (CORE) | Nil | 2,100 2,100 | |||
SOC015 Maldivian Studies (CORE) | Nil | 1,350 1,350 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 7,650 7,650 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | TRS141 Visitor Experience (CORE) | Visitor Experience | Nil | 15 Visitor Experience (CORE) (15) (15) | 2,100 2,100 |
MKT107 Marketing Principles (CORE) | Nil | 2,100 2,100 | |||
TRS143 Tourism and Hospitality for Professionals (CORE) | Nil | 2,100 2,100 | |||
TRS221 Work Placement (Tourism) II (CORE) | Nil | 2,100 2,100 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 8,400 8,400 | |||
| Course Total | 120 | 16,050 16,050 |
Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.
While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.
Careers
Sales executive Marketing and Communication executive Human Resource Executive Airport Representative Cabin Crew Tourism Officer Recreation Agent Guest Service Agent in different travel and hospitality settings