Online Bachelor of Arts in Business (Tourism)
Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Arts in business – tourism can help you develop the skills and experience needed to pursue careers in travel, recreation and related industries. This innovative and interdisciplinary tourism degree combines foundational business abilities, like management and marketing, with industry-specific knowledge to support your growth in the field. In this program, you’ll gain an understanding of travel and tourism marketing techniques and learn to effectively interact with many different types of businesses.
Quick facts
Next start date: 10/13/2021
Total classes: 41
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
Degree questions, answered.
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What is a business tourism degree?
In the business tourism degree, you’ll build a practical foundation in topics that are useful for a variety of paths, like economic development and how to deploy established management techniques to promote efficient and effective operations. The curriculum emphasizes a blend of transferable abilities with skills that are unique to areas like travel and tourism. Additionally, you’ll study how to create campaigns using marketing techniques tailored to the tourism industry and prepare for leadership roles in recreation and affiliated professions.
Where do graduates who have a travel and tourism degree work?
With a tourism degree, you can compete for management and analyst roles, as well as other specialized careers, allowing you to work for private businesses, nonprofit groups and other types of firms, including:
- Commercial recreation businesses.
- Tourism and development companies.
- Travel and tourism bureaus.
- Resorts.
Is a business tourism degree worth it?
By extensively exploring topics relevant to the business and tourism industries, a business tourism degree can set you apart from the competition, especially those who can’t balance these concepts to promote economic growth. According to the International Trade Association, which is part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the travel and tourism industry supported 9.5 million jobs as of 2019. In the coming years, leaders in tourism, recreation and related fields will create original solutions designed to meet new demands spurred by globalization.
Will my travel and tourism degree say 'online'?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.” That’s because ASU Online students learn from the same faculty and receive the same course content as in-person students receive.
Featured travel and tourism degree courses
The core business curriculum in the tourism degree program focuses on broadly applicable skills like accounting, economics, statistics and more. Electives support your learning in areas like hospitality, events and international tourism. Courses include:
TDM 205: Introduction to Travel and Tourism (G)
What can I do with a travel and tourism degree?
A travel and tourism degree shows your potential to succeed in a variety of careers. This includes management and specialist roles, administration, sales and marketing. You can also explore paths with travel agencies, tour companies and other organizations. Career examples include, but are not limited to:
Business Analyst
Employee Training Manager
Event Planner
Front Desk Manager
General Manager (GM)
Office Manager
Public Relations Specialist
Sales Manager
Tour Guide
Global faculty with an expansive perspective on the industry
Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- Nobel laureate.
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Global faculty with an expansive perspective on the industry
Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- Nobel laureate.
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Tourism degree admission requirements
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain admission to ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if the Earned Admission Pathway is right for you.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain admission to ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if the Earned Admission Pathway is right for you.
A leading institution for research, education and student enrichment
The W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the top business schools in the country. Our AACSB-accredited business school is committed to delivering excellent quality and great value. Our peer-reviewed 2021 U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.
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