Taking a cue by the emergence of tourism in the state, Kochi University (Cusat) has decided to establish a Post-Graduate-chain management tourist the next academic year. The course takes place within the School of Management Studies (SMS) of the University.

The plan for the beginning of two years of Master program stems from the university earlier decision to establish a Center for Studies on tourism, stimulation by EM Najeeb, chairman ATE Group of Companies and a member of the university .

The Varsity had plans for diploma courses in travel and tourism management. But some union members, has insisted on a full-PG studies, not to approve this decision.

“We plan to offer this new, of course, PG the next academic year. No other institution in Kerala PG offers management programs in the tourism sector. Courses are important to all aspects of tourism management and the degree are at their nominal value with the MBA program at the university. The Course of the product and other criteria is decided by the Academic Council, faculty and consultancy studies, “said Dr. Ramachandran A, Clerk , Cusat.

The curriculum for the course focuses on a management approach to tourism. The course is packaged in a way to encourage students to integrate the company’s activities in the sectors of tourism and hotel management and other subcontractors.

“We will also try to keep our internships for students. About 20 students will be inducted by a common home test conducted by the university,” said Cusat VC-PK Abdul Azis.

The University of tie-up with major stars, hotels and travel agencies in the state, to supply equipment and projects in-the-job training for its students.