Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management (BTTM)
Basic Information
Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management (BTTM) is a 4-year (semester-based) course run by Tribhuvan University (TU)’s Faculty of Management (FOM).
Tribhuvan University’s Faculty of Management provides a Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management (BTTM) program. This degree program, which focuses on management, tourism, and hospitality, was created by academic and industry specialists.
The course aims to train skilled professionals who are needed to handle the demands of the global, national, and local tourism markets. To benefit the tourism industry, the program combines practical skills, business knowledge, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
Objectives
The BTTM program is intended to prepare students for careers in the tourist industry. The program aims to achieve the following goals:
- Gain theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of the tourism industry and its sectorial operations.
- Develop initiative, personal flexibility, cooperation, and confidence in a dynamic work environment.
- Develop the ability to critically reflect on tourism and its significance in the local and global context.
- Learn decision-making and problem-solving skills in a variety of tourism contexts.
- Learn a high level of attitude and ethical behavior.
- Develop an understanding of the importance of effective communication, interpersonal skills, and teamwork in the workplace.
- Prepare for additional studies in travel and tourist management.
Eligibility for Admission
Candidates applying for admission to the BHM program must have the following qualifications:
- Successfully completed twelve-year schooling or its equivalent from any university, board, or institution recognized by Tribhuvan University;
- Minimum D grade in each subject of Grade 11 and 12 with CGPA 1.80 or more / Minimum D+ grade in each subject of Grade 11 and 12 with CGPA 1.80 or more who passed in 2078 or before 2078 / Secured at least second division in the 10+2, PCL, or equivalent program;
- Completed all application procedures.
Admission Criteria
Written test: Eligible applicants must take the admission exam administered by the Central Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Management, Tribhuvan University. The exam will adhere to worldwide testing protocols and standards. It covers the following topics:
- Verbal Ability
- Quantitative Ability
- Logical Reasoning
- General Awareness
There will be 100 (one hundred) objective questions in total, with 25 (twenty-five) questions in each part and a total weightage of 100 marks. To be eligible for the interview, students must score at least 40% on the written test.
Short-listed applicants will be those who scored above the cut-off point in the written test.
Curricular Structure / Syllabus
First Semester
| Course No | Subjects | Credit Hour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| ENG 101 | English I | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| MGT 101 | Principles of Management | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| ITC 101 | Computer and Information Technology | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| TTM 101 | Fundamentals of Travel and Tourism | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 102 | Values and Spirituality in Tourism | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| TTM 103 | Hospitality Operations and Management | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| Total | 18 | – | – | – | 600 | |
Second Semester
| Course No | Subjects | Credit Hour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| ENG 151 | English II | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| ACC 151 | Financial Accounting | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| MGT 151 | Organizational Behavior and Human ResourceManagement | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 151 | Tourism in Nepal | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 152 | Travel Service Operations and Management I | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| TTM 153 | Airlines Ticketing and Fare Construction | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 18 | – | – | – | 600 | |
Third Semester
| Course No | Subjects | Credit Hour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| TTM 201 | Adventure Tourism | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| ACC 201 | Cost and Management Accountancy | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 202 | Tourism Marketing | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 203 | Language I: French/Chinese | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| TTM 204 | Global Distribution System and E-ticketing | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| TTM 205 | Travel Service Operations and Management II | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 18 | – | – | – | 600 | |
Fourth Semester
| Course No | Subjects | Credit Hour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| SOC 251 | Nepalese Society and Politics | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| FIN 251 | Financial Management | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TM 251 | Language II: French/Chinese | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| TTM 252 | Tour Guiding and Interpretation | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| TTM 253 | Tourism Destination Development and Management | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 254 | Electronic Tourism | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 18 | – | – | – | 600 | |
Fifth Semester
| Course No. | Subjects | CreditHour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| STT 301 | Statistics | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| MGT 301 | Entrepreneurship | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 301 | Air Cargo Management | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| TTM 302 | Tourism Economics | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 303 | Tourism Geography | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 15 | – | – | – | 500 | |
Sixth Semester
| Course No. | Subjects | CreditHour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| MGT 351 | Strategic Management | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| RCH 351 | Research Methodology and ResearchProject | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 351 | Eco-Tourism | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 352 | Tourism Planning and Policies | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 353 | MICE Tourism | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| Total | 15 | – | – | – | 500 | |
Seventh Semester
| Course No. | Subjects | CreditHour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| TTM 401 | Sustainable Tourism Development | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 402 | Cultural Tourism | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| TTM 403 | Tourism Legislation | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| ……….. | Elective-I | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| Total | 12 | – | – | – | 400 | |
Elective-I (Any One)
| Course No. | Subjects | CreditHour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| ELT 436 | Tourism and Aviation | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| ELT 437 | Spiritual Tourism | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| ELT 438 | Airlines Operation and Management | 3 | 40 | 60 | 100 | |
| ELT 439 | Travel Photography and Videography | 3 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
Eighth Semester
| Course | No. Subjects | CreditHour | Internal | Theory | Practical | Total |
| TTM 491 | Industrial Attachment | 9 | – | – | 300 | |
| TTM 492 | Internship Report | 3 | – | – | 100 | |
| Total | 12 | – | – | – | 400 | |
Total Credit Hours: 126 Credits