Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management, major in Recreation and Leisure Management (4 years)​

Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management, major in Recreation and Leisure Management (4 years)​

Offered by the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management – Department of Tourism Management
Offered by the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management – Department of Tourism Management

Description

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT is a four-year degree program related to the fields of hospitality and tourism education. It provides students the opportunity to become involved directly in managing and planning the world’s biggest people industry – tourism. This concentrates on courses such as history, travel, language, and other cultural aspects. It provides exposure and training of becoming experts in management of the travel, tour, and hospitality industry and will lead students to a journey toward a senior role in this exciting, diverse, and growing industry.

The BS Tourism Management program has two areas of specialization: (1) Major in Travel Operations and Service Management, and (2) Major in Recreation and Leisure Management.

The BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT Major in Recreation and Leisure Management program provides an integrated study of the management and operation of recreation and leisure attractions, facilities, and services. It will also cover important components with regard to the positive use of leisure time, while traveling, engaging in recreation, recreational sport, or entertainment. The program also emphasizes learning and leadership in the recreational environment, through which students will gain strong managerial preparation. The overall learning objective of this program is to prepare the students for professional positions in the fields of recreation and tourism by cultivating a broad understanding of leisure and recreation in our society and developing strong managerial skills.

Identity​

Becoming Part of the Program

Identity​

The University of Santo Tomas, in pursuit of truth, guided by reason and illumined by faith, dedicates herself to the generation, advancement, and transmission of knowledge to form competent and compassionate professionals committed to the service of the Church, the nation, and the global community.

I am a Thomasian. I carry the SEAL of Thomasian education. I am a Servant leader, an Effective communicator and collaborator, an Analytical and creative thinker, and a Lifelong learner. With Christ at the center of my formation as a Thomasian, I am expected to demonstrate the following Thomasian Graduate Attributes (ThoGAs): 

SERVANT LEADER 

  • Show leadership abilities to promote advocacies for life, freedom, justice, and solidarity in the service of the family, the local and global communities, the Church, and the environment. 
  • Implement relevant projects and activities that speak of Christian compassion to the poor and the marginalized in order to raise their quality of life. 
  • Show respect for the human person, regardless of race, religion, age, and gender. 

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR AND COLLABORATOR 

  • Express oneself clearly, correctly, and confidently in various environments, contexts, and technologies of human interaction.
  • Work productively with individuals or groups from diverse cultures and demographics. 
  • Show profound respect for individual differences and/or uniqueness as members of God’s creation. 

ANALYTICAL AND CREATIVE THINKER 

  • Show judiciousness and resourcefulness in making personal and professional decisions. 
  • Engage in research undertakings that respond to societal issues. 
  • Express personal and professional insights through an ethical and evidence-based approach. 

LIFELONG LEARNER 

  • Engage in reflective practice to ensure disciplinal excellence and professional development. 
  • Exhibit preparedness and interest for continuous upgrading of competencies required by the profession or area of specialization. 
  • Manifest fidelity to the teachings of Christ, mediated by the Catholic Church, in the continuous deepening of faith and spirituality in dealing with new life situations and challenges. 

PEO1. Exhibit Christian leadership promoting life advocacies through project implementation for social and economic transformation.

PEO2. Practice effective interpersonal and communication skills through collaboration, use of information technology and respect for cultural heritage and diversity.

PEO3. Assess industry-academe trends and issues to generate research and business undertakings in tourism and hospitality through the basis of specific standards and criteria within personal, professional, societal and ethical context. 

PEO4. Employ a solid understanding and the need for continuous upgrading of the managerial and operational competencies of tourism and hospitality through reflective practice consistent with the global standards and Christian values.

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates should be able to:

PO1. apply leadership skills in various areas of tourism through advocacy programs that aim to improve the quality of life of both local and global communities;

PO2. engage in meaningful collaboration, communication, and processing of information through technology to effectively perform assigned tasks in a diverse cultural environment;

PO3. apply analytical and quantitative skills to formulate business decisions, producing quality research and business outputs that respond to tourism and hospitality issues and trends compliant with the laws of the society; and

PO4. demonstrate the ability to perform basic supervisory job functions, as well as entrepreneurial competencies, manifesting Christian values, in the tour, travel, leisure and recreation, as well as hotel and restaurant careers.

In addition, graduates of BS in Tourism Management Major in Recreation and Leisure Management should be able to develop tourism sites for local and global markets, integrating the latest trends of the leisure and recreation industry while respecting ethical values of a culturally sensitive humanity (PO5-RLM). 

Becoming Part of the Program

Application Period: July to December of each year

Application Website

Release of Results: January 28 of the following year

Go to THIS PAGE and look for the “College of Tourism and Hospitality Management” tab for the tuition fees.

Welcome Message for Freshmen A.Y. 2021-2022

Welcome Message for Freshmen A.Y. 2021-2022

Mabuhay and congratulations!

Welcome to the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management of the Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas.

It’s our aim to educate and form you as a competent, committed, and compassion, Thomasian major in Tourism and Hospitality Management for the service of the Church and the society.

Thank you and mabuhay!

Sincerely, Fr. Macky

Rev. Fr. Roland Mactal, O.P., PhL
Regent

Peace!

Welcome to the UST-College of Tourism and Hospitality Management. Congratulations for making it to the premiere Hospitality School in the country. With your confirmation of enrollment, you are about to signify your willingness to experience Thomasian Hospitality Education.

We are inspired to transform you into competent, compassionate, and committed professionals who will make a positive difference in the world.

See you soon, CTHM freshies! Mabuhay kayo!

Sincerely, Gezzez

Assoc. Prof. Gezzez Giezi G. Granado, DCL
Dean

Congratulations and welcome to the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management. I am confident that the year ahead will be full of opportunities to explore your potentials and develop your competencies with the dynamic and innovative courses and promising major programs. We are your partners in your quest to reach your academic and personal goals to be the next bearers of major key positions in the different sectors of the tourism industry. I look forward to seeing you in the days to come, and I thank you for being a member of the Thomasian community. You are the future of tourism, and it is about time to be part of this dynamic, colorful, and fun industry!

Asst. Prof. Jane G. Devanadera, MSTM, CHE
Department Chair

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Graduates of BS in Tourism Management, Major in Recreation and Leisure Management may be a/a:

Park Management Specialist

Recreation Specialists

Amusement/ Theme Park Guide

Golf Manager 

Camp Counsellor

Planner

Recreational Management Destination Consultant

Activity Director

Promotions Staff

Museum Guide / Curator

Camping Director

Reception Staff

Handicapped Program Planner

Recreation Director

Manager 

Concert Promoter

Events Coordinator

Administrator

Flight Attendant

Since the program includes business-related courses, a BS in Tourism Management graduate may also be a/an: 

Sales Representative

Commercial Account Specialist

Trainee Group Consultant

Marketing Analyst

Administrative Assistant

Sales and Marketing Manager

Customer Analyst

Advertising Specialist

Management Personnel
(4 functional areas-HR, Marketing, Operations, Finance plus IT)

Financial Analyst

Marketing Coordinator

Senior Manager of Strategy and Marketing

Merchandising Analyst

Advertising Manager

Student Experience and Support

Student Experience and Support

Department of Tourism Management Facilities

The University of Santo Tomas provides student services that cater to academic, spiritual, and wellness concerns of students. These support units are found in the different parts of the campus and can be accessed by Thomasians. When the University shifted to distance learning, the services also transitioned to online services to continue addressing the needs of Thomasians.

Program Curriculum (New)​

Program Curriculum (New)

Effectivity: A.Y. 2021-2022

This curriculum may have some changes upon the availability of new guidelines.

Year
First Term 
(August – December)
Second Term
(January – May)
Special Term
(June – July)
1
/
/
none
2
/
/
none
3
/
/
none
4
/
/
none

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
NSTP 1
National Service Training Program 1
0
3
3
 
PATH-FIT
Human Enhancement 
2
0
2
 
PURPCOM
Purposive Communication
3
0
3
 
READ_PH
Readings in Philippine History
3
0
3
 
THM 5202
Macro Perspective of Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
 
THM 5303
Risk Management as Applied to Safety, Security, and Sanitation
3
0
3
 
THY 1
Christian Vision of the Human Person
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
17
3
20
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
GE ELEC I
Elective I
3
0
3
 
NSTP 2
National Service Training Program 2
0
3
3
NSTP 1
PATH-FIT
Fitness Exercises for Specific Sports 
2
0
2
 
THM 5201
Foreign Language 1
3
0
3
 
THM 5205
Quality Service Management in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 5203
THM 5207
Micro Perspective of Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 5202
THY 2
Christian Vision of Marriage and Family
3
0
3
THY 1
UND_SELF
Understanding the Self
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
20
3
23
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 1
Professional Elective 1
3
0
3
 
ETHICS
Ethics
3
0
3
 
GE ELEC II
Elective II
3
0
3
 
PATH-FIT
Physical Activities Towards Health and Fitness in Dance
2
0
2
 
RLM 5271
Recreational and Leisure Management
3
0
3
THM 5205
THM 5204
Foreign Language 2
3
0
3
THM 5201
THY 3
Christian Vision of the Church in Society
3
0
3
THY 1, 
THY 2
TOTAL
 
20
0
20
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ART_APP
Art Appreciation 
3
0
3
 
ELE 2
Professional Elective 2
3
0
3
 
MATH_MW
Mathematics in the Modern World
3
0
3
 
PATH-FIT
Physical Activities Towards Health and Fitness in Sports
2
0
2
 
RLM 5272
Sports and Adventure Tourism
3
0
3
RLM 5271
THM 5206
Philippine Culture and Tourism Geography 
3
0
3
 
THM 52014
Transportation Management
3
0
3
 
THM 52015
Tour and Travel Management
3
0
3
THM 5206
THY 4
Living the Christian Vision in the Contemporary World
3
0
3
THY 1, 
THY 2, 
THY 3
TOTAL
 
26
0
26
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
CONTEM_W
The Contemporary World
3
0
3
 
ELE 3
Professional Elective 3
3
0
3
 
GE ELEC III
Elective III
3
0
3
 
RLM 5273
Integrated Resorts Management and Operations
3
0
3
RLM 5271
THM 52013
Global Culture and Tourism Geography
3
0
3
THM 5206
THM 52016
Tourism Policy Planning and Development
3
0
3
RLM 5272
THM 52017
Applied Business Tools and Technologies (GDS)
1
2
3
 
THM 52029
Operations Management in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
22
2
24
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 4
Professional Elective 4
3
0
3
 
RLM 5274
Spa and Wellness Management
3
0
3
 
RLM 5276
Community-based Tourism
3
0
3
 
THM 5208
Multicultural Diversity in the Workplace for thes Tourism Professional
3
0
3
 
THM 5209
Tourism and Hospitality Marketing
3
0
3
 
THM 52010
Entrepreneurship in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52029
THM 52018
Sustainable Tourism
3
0
3
THM 52016
THM 52019
Introduction to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events Management
2
1
3
RLM 5273
THM 52028
Strategic Management in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52029
TOTAL
 
26
1
27
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 5
Professional Elective 5
3
0
3
 
LIWORIZ
Life and Works of Rizal
3
0
3
 
RLM 5275
Parks, Wildlife, and Marine Tourism
3
0
3
THM5 2018
STS
Science, Technology and Society 
3
0
3
 
THM 52011
Legal Aspects in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52016,
THM 5209
THM 52012
Professional Development and Applied Ethics
3
0
3
ETHICS, 
THM5208
THM 52020
Personality and Social Image Development for Hospitality and 
Tourism Professionals
3
0
3
 
THM 52021
Research in Tourism
3
0
3
CONTEM_W,
ELE 3,
ELE 4,
RLM 5273,
RLM 5274,
RLM 5276,
THM 52010,
THM 52013,
THM 52016,
THM 52017,
THM 52018,
THM 52019,
THM 52028,
THM 52029,
THM 5208,
THM 5209
TOTAL
 
24
0
24
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
THM 52034
Practicum
0
6
6
ART_APP,
CONTEM_W,
ELE 1,
ELE 2,
ELE 3,
ELE 4,
ELE 5,
ETHICS,
LIWORIZ,
MATH_MW,
NSTP 1,
NSTP 2,
PURPCOM,
READ_PH,
RLM 5271,
RLM 5272,
RLM 5273,
RLM 5274,
RLM 5275,
RLM 5276,
STS,
THM 5201,
THM 52010,
THM 52011,
THM 52012,
THM 52013,
THM 52014,
THM 52015,
THM 52016,
THM 52017,
THM 52018,
THM 52019,
THM 5202,
THM 52020,
THM 52021,
THM 52028,
THM 52029,
THM 5203,
THM 5204,
THM 5205,
THM 5208,
THM 5209,
THY 1,
THY 2,
THY 3,
THY 4,
UND_SELF
TOTAL
 
0
6
6
 

Effectivity: A.Y. 2019-2020

This curriculum may have some changes upon the availability of new guidelines.

Year
First Term 
(August – December)
Second Term
(January – May)
Special Term
(June – July)
1
/
/
none
2
/
/
none
3
/
/
none
4
/
/
none

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
FIL 1
Kontekstuwalisadong Komunikasyon sa Filipino
3
0
3
 
NSTP 1
National Service Training Program 1
0
3
3
 
PATH-FIT
Human Enhancement 
2
0
2
 
PURPCOM
Purposive Communication
3
0
3
 
READ_PH
Readings in Philippine History
3
0
3
 
THM 5202
Macro Perspective of Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
 
THM 5303
Risk Management as Applied to Safety, Security, and Sanitation
3
0
3
 
THY 1
Christian Vision of the Human Person
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
20
3
23
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
FIL 2
Panimulang Pagsasalin
3
0
3
FIL 1
NSTP 2
National Service Training Program 2
0
3
3
NSTP 1
PATH-FIT
Fitness Exercises for Specific Sports 
2
0
2
 
THM 5201
Foreign Language 1
3
0
3
 
THM 5205
Quality Service Management in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 5203
THM 5207
Micro Perspective of Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 5202
THY 2
Christian Vision of Marriage and Family
3
0
3
THY 1
UND_SELF
Understanding the Self
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
20
3
23
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 1
Professional Elective 1
3
0
3
 
ETHICS
Ethics
3
0
3
 
LIT 1
The Great Works
3
0
3
 
PATH-FIT
Physical Activities Towards Health and Fitness in Dance
2
0
2
 
RLM 5271
Recreational and Leisure Management
3
0
3
THM 5205
THM 5204
Foreign Language 2
3
0
3
THM 5201
THY 3
Christian Vision of the Church in Society
3
0
3
THY 1, 
THY 2
TOTAL
 
20
0
20
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ART_APP
Art Appreciation 
3
0
3
 
ELE 2
Professional Elective 2
3
0
3
 
MATH_MW
Mathematics in the Modern World
3
0
3
 
PATH-FIT
Physical Activities Towards Health and Fitness in Sports
2
0
2
 
RLM 5272
Sports and Adventure Tourism
3
0
3
RLM 5271
THM 5206
Philippine Culture and Tourism Geography 
3
0
3
 
THM 52014
Transportation Management
3
0
3
 
THM 52015
Tour and Travel Management
3
0
3
THM 5206
THY 4
Living the Christian Vision in the Contemporary World
3
0
3
THY 1, 
THY 2, 
THY 3
TOTAL
 
26
0
26
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
CONTEM_W
The Contemporary World
3
0
3
 
ELE 3
Professional Elective 3
3
0
3
 
GE ELEC I
Elective I
3
0
3
 
RLM 5273
Integrated Resorts Management and Operations
3
0
3
RLM 5271
THM 52013
Global Culture and Tourism Geography
3
0
3
THM 5206
THM 52016
Tourism Policy Planning and Development
3
0
3
RLM 5272
THM 52017
Applied Business Tools and Technologies (GDS)
1
2
3
 
THM 52029
Operations Management in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
22
2
24
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 4
Professional Elective 4
3
0
3
 
RLM 5274
Spa and Wellness Management
3
0
3
 
RLM 5276
Community-based Tourism
3
0
3
 
THM 5208
Multicultural Diversity in the Workplace for thes Tourism Professional
3
0
3
 
THM 5209
Tourism and Hospitality Marketing
3
0
3
 
THM 52010
Entrepreneurship in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52029
THM 52018
Sustainable Tourism
3
0
3
THM 52016
THM 52019
Introduction to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events Management
2
1
3
RLM 5273
THM 52028
Strategic Management in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52029
TOTAL
 
26
1
27
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 5
Professional Elective 5
3
0
3
 
LIWORIZ
Life and Works of Rizal
3
0
3
 
RLM 5275
Parks, Wildlife, and Marine Tourism
3
0
3
THM5 2018
STS
Science, Technology and Society 
3
0
3
 
THM 52011
Legal Aspects in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52016,
THM 5209
THM 52012
Professional Development and Applied Ethics
3
0
3
ETHICS, 
THM5208
THM 52020
Personality and Social Image Development for Hospitality and 
Tourism Professionals
3
0
3
 
THM 52021
Research in Tourism
3
0
3
CONTEM_W,
ELE 3,
ELE 4,
GE ELEC I,
RLM 5273,
RLM 5274,
RLM 5276,
THM 52010,
THM 52013,
THM 52016,
THM 52017,
THM 52018,
THM 52019,
THM 52028,
THM 52029,
THM 5208,
THM 5209
TOTAL
 
24
0
24
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
THM 52034
Practicum
0
6
6
ART_APP,
CONTEM_W,
ELE 1,
ELE 2,
ELE 3,
ELE 4,
ELE 5,
ETHICS,
FIL 1,
FIL 2,
GE ELEC I,
LIT 1,
LIWORIZ,
MATH_MW,
NSTP 1,
NSTP 2,
PURPCOM,
READ_PH,
RLM 5271,
RLM 5272,
RLM 5273,
RLM 5274,
RLM 5275,
RLM 5276,
STS,
THM 5201,
THM 52010,
THM 52011,
THM 52012,
THM 52013,
THM 52014,
THM 52015,
THM 52016,
THM 52017,
THM 52018,
THM 52019,
THM 5202,
THM 52020,
THM 52021,
THM 52028,
THM 52029,
THM 5203,
THM 5204,
THM 5205,
THM 5208,
THM 5209,
THY 1,
THY 2,
THY 3,
THY 4,
UND_SELF
TOTAL
 
0
6
6
 

Effectivity: A.Y. 2018-2019

This curriculum may have some changes upon the availability of new guidelines.

Year
First Term 
(August – December)
Second Term
(January – May)
Special Term
(June – July)
1
/
/
none
2
/
/
none
3
/
/
none
4
/
/
none

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
FIL 1
Kontekstuwalisadong Komunikasyon sa Filipino
3
0
3
 
NSTP 1
National Service Training Program 1
0
3
3
 
PATH-FIT
Human Enhancement 
2
0
2
 
PURPCOM
Purposive Communication
3
0
3
 
READ_PH
Readings in Philippine History
3
0
3
 
THM 5202
Macro Perspective of Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
 
THM 5303
Risk Management as Applied to Safety, Security, and Sanitation
3
0
3
 
THY 1
Christian Vision of the Human Person
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
20
3
23
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
FIL 2
Panimulang Pagsasalin
3
0
3
FIL 1
NSTP 2
National Service Training Program 2
0
3
3
NSTP 1
PATH-FIT
Fitness Exercises for Specific Sports 
2
0
2
 
THM 5201
Foreign Language 1
3
0
3
 
THM 5205
Quality Service Management in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 5203
THM 5207
Micro Perspective of Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 5202
THY 2
Christian Vision of Marriage and Family
3
0
3
THY 1
UND_SELF
Understanding the Self
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
20
3
23
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 1
Professional Elective 1
3
0
3
 
ETHICS
Ethics
3
0
3
 
LIT 1
The Great Works
3
0
3
 
PATH-FIT
Physical Activities Towards Health and Fitness in Dance
2
0
2
 
RLM 5271
Recreational and Leisure Management
3
0
3
THM 5205
THM 5204
Foreign Language 2
3
0
3
THM 5201
THY 3
Christian Vision of the Church in Society
3
0
3
THY 1, 
THY 2
TOTAL
 
20
0
20
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ART_APP
Art Appreciation 
3
0
3
 
ELE 2
Professional Elective 2
3
0
3
 
MATH_MW
Mathematics in the Modern World
3
0
3
 
PATH-FIT
Physical Activities Towards Health and Fitness in Sports
2
0
2
 
RLM 5272
Sports and Adventure Tourism
3
0
3
RLM 5271
THM 5206
Philippine Culture and Tourism Geography 
3
0
3
 
THM 52014
Transportation Management
3
0
3
 
THM 52015
Tour and Travel Management
3
0
3
THM 5206
THY 4
Living the Christian Vision in the Contemporary World
3
0
3
THY 1, 
THY 2, 
THY 3
TOTAL
 
26
0
26
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
CONTEM_W
The Contemporary World
3
0
3
 
ELE 3
Professional Elective 3
3
0
3
 
GE ELEC I
Elective I
3
0
3
 
RLM 5273
Integrated Resorts Management and Operations
3
0
3
RLM 5271
THM 52013
Global Culture and Tourism Geography
3
0
3
THM 5206
THM 52016
Tourism Policy Planning and Development
3
0
3
RLM 5272
THM 52017
Applied Business Tools and Technologies (GDS)
1
2
3
 
THM 52029
Operations Management in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
3
0
3
 
TOTAL
 
22
2
24
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 4
Professional Elective 4
3
0
3
 
RLM 5274
Spa and Wellness Management
3
0
3
 
RLM 5276
Community-based Tourism
3
0
3
 
THM 5208
Multicultural Diversity in the Workplace for thes Tourism Professional
3
0
3
 
THM 5209
Tourism and Hospitality Marketing
3
0
3
 
THM 52010
Entrepreneurship in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52029
THM 52018
Sustainable Tourism
3
0
3
THM 52016
THM 52019
Introduction to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events Management
2
1
3
RLM 5273
THM 52028
Strategic Management in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52029
TOTAL
 
26
1
27
 

First Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
ELE 5
Professional Elective 5
3
0
3
 
LIWORIZ
Life and Works of Rizal
3
0
3
 
RLM 5275
Parks, Wildlife, and Marine Tourism
3
0
3
THM5 2018
STS
Science, Technology and Society 
3
0
3
 
THM 52011
Legal Aspects in Tourism and Hospitality
3
0
3
THM 52016,
THM 5209
THM 52012
Professional Development and Applied Ethics
3
0
3
ETHICS, 
THM5208
THM 52020
Personality and Social Image Development for Hospitality and 
Tourism Professionals
3
0
3
 
THM 52021
Research in Tourism
3
0
3
CONTEM_W,
ELE 3,
ELE 4,
GE ELEC I,
RLM 5273,
RLM 5274,
RLM 5276,
THM 52010,
THM 52013,
THM 52016,
THM 52017,
THM 52018,
THM 52019,
THM 52028,
THM 52029,
THM 5208,
THM 5209
TOTAL
 
24
0
24
 

Second Term
Abbreviation
Description
Lec. Hrs.
Lab. Hrs.
Units
Pre-Requisites
THM 52034
Practicum
0
6
6
ART_APP,
CONTEM_W,
ELE 1,
ELE 2,
ELE 3,
ELE 4,
ELE 5,
ETHICS,
FIL 1,
FIL 2,
GE ELEC I,
LIT 1,
LIWORIZ,
MATH_MW,
NSTP 1,
NSTP 2,
PURPCOM,
READ_PH,
RLM 5271,
RLM 5272,
RLM 5273,
RLM 5274,
RLM 5275,
RLM 5276,
STS,
THM 5201,
THM 52010,
THM 52011,
THM 52012,
THM 52013,
THM 52014,
THM 52015,
THM 52016,
THM 52017,
THM 52018,
THM 52019,
THM 5202,
THM 52020,
THM 52021,
THM 52028,
THM 52029,
THM 5203,
THM 5204,
THM 5205,
THM 5208,
THM 5209,
THY 1,
THY 2,
THY 3,
THY 4,
UND_SELF
TOTAL
 
0
6
6
 

Student Life

Student Life

The Tourism Management Department regularly offers immersion programs for the students to see and gain first-hand knowledge of how the industry works. From hotels, cruise lines, and community immersions, various adventures await you!

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Industry Immersion
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Quiz Bees

Our students regularly participate in various tourism-related contests, such as PHILTOA, UFTE, Domestikwhiz, TourCon, and HRT.

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Cruise Immersion
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Tours

Apart from classroom learning and industry immersions, the college also has educational tour for the students. One of the most awaited highlights of being a Tourism Management student is the exciting domestic tours in Cebu, Bohol, Palawan and
international tours in South Korea, Japan, China, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.

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National Competition
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Community Immersion
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Students Tourism Society Ushering Committee

Our students are often invited to assist and become ushers for University activities inside and outside the campus giving them more exposure and a chance to practice service and hospitality skills they learn in the classroom namely, Papal Visit, diplomatic missions, national and international events, UAAP, etc.

Alumni

Alumni

“It has been 6 wonderful years since I graduated from UST-CTHM, and my education gave me confidence to enter the dynamic world of the Travel and Tourism industry. I have been working as a Flight Attendant for 5 years now, and I have witnessed how traveling plays different roles to each and every one (leisure, work, migration, etc.) and how it is truly an essential part of our lives.”
Ms. Anna Joy L. Putchero <br> (BS Tourism 2014)
Ms. Anna Joy L. Putchero
(BS Tourism 2014) Flight Attendant, Philippine Airlines
“Indeed, experience is the best teacher, but we can never remove the discipline and theories that education instills in us as we pursue our passion. Through the Tourism Management program of the University of Santo Tomas, I have become the best asset to the company I work with today. UST-CTHM equipped me with the right skill set, knowledge, and attitude.”
Ms. Zandra Nicole Sta. Maria <br> (BS Travel Management 2013)
Ms. Zandra Nicole Sta. Maria
(BS Travel Management 2013)Flight Attendant, Philippine Airlines
“I have always loved the sky; planes and flying also fascinate me. Being a Cabin Crew member has always been my dream. The journey to this endeavor was never easy, but it was all worth it. I am truly grateful to God Almighty and my beloved Alma Mater, UST-CTHM, for molding and preparing me for this career path. The best part of being a Cabin Crew member is seeing the smile on every passenger’s face.”
Mr. Cristopher Ian Mauricio <br> (BS Tourism 2010)
Mr. Cristopher Ian Mauricio
(BS Tourism 2010)Lead Cabin Crew, Cebu Pacific Air
“To be part of the airline industry was a childhood dream for me; the quality education and value formation received from the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management enabled me to live this dream. UST molded me to become a competent professional in the corporate arena, committed leader in empowering the organization and doing everything with compassion. It is an accomplishment to be working in the airline industry for 16 years now being a part of people’s journey – bringing them closer to their homes and propelling businesses to success.”
Ms. Greta Romero <br> (BS Tourism 2004)
Ms. Greta Romero
(BS Tourism 2004)Sales Manager, American Airlines
“Whenever I see a CV of an applicant that states he/she is a graduate from UST, I get excited! That is because I know how a Thomasian works; and I am proud to be one! The Travel Industry is very diverse with opportunities from being a Ticketing Agent, Flight Attendant, Cargo Officer, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, and many more! The best part of being in this industry is that you are not just working; you are also given the chance to explore the world.”
Ms. Maria Christina Dolor E. Villarin
Ms. Maria Christina Dolor E. VillarinGeneral Manager, Xpert Air Services, Inc.
(Airline Manpower)
“My education in the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management has been the backbone of my career in the Leisure and Entertainment sector. It did not limit me to a specific career path we often dreamed of but instead it has broaden and literally for me, up to the air, down the land and across the sea. 18 years in the Cruise Industry and its challenging complexities has been a self-fulfillment that without this education and specially the values of resiliency from UST, it would not have qualified me to this blessed opportunity to be part of the wonderful world of the Tourism Industry”.
Ms. Andrea Manzano <br> (BS Tourism 2000)
Ms. Andrea Manzano
(BS Tourism 2000)Assistant Vice-President for Sales and Marketing,
Genting Cruise Lines (Philippines)
“Never give up on your dreams just because life right now is uncertain. Some chapters in our life would not have a title until much later. Pursue a career based on your passion and write your future the way you want it to be and not on what the present dictates.”
Ms. Joyce Marie Dizon-Tenazas <br> (BS Tourism 2006)
Ms. Joyce Marie Dizon-Tenazas
(BS Tourism 2006)Senior Sales Manager, SM Lifestyle Entertainment, Inc.
“I started my travel agency with optimism, passion, desire, and grit. I am thankful for the opportunities and the trainings that UST-CTHM provided me so that I could effectively serve our beloved tourism industry. To the future Tourism and Hospitality Practitioners, welcome! Let us all give our best to help improve our industry. I will see you all soon.”
Mr. Arnulfo Ricardo A. Butiong, MMC <br> (BS Tourism 2010)
Mr. Arnulfo Ricardo A. Butiong, MMC
(BS Tourism 2010)General Manager, Travel Insider Tour and Travel Agency
“Greetings, future Thomasian Tourism and Hospitality Practitioners! I am sure that some of you are still wondering if you really chose the right program, and that is perfectly natural. When I started my freshman year in College at CTHM, I was skeptical about the careers I will have in the future. But after taking my major subjects, attending trainings, joining various activities and being part of the Students’Tourism Society, it gave me a very good impression of how diverse the Tourism and Hospitality industry is. Put your best foot forward, make great strides toward your new journey that is about to begin.”
Mr. Brandon Esparancilla <br> (BS Travel Management 2014)
Mr. Brandon Esparancilla
(BS Travel Management 2014)Guest Service Supervisor, Ascott Bonifacio Global City
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“The knowledge and values that I have acquired through the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management has definitely helped my dreams take flight. While the path may be turbulent at times, it is also rewarding when you have the honor to be serving Filipinos, and people from all over the world, by being an integral part of our nation’s flag carrier.”
Mr. Angelo Devaraturda <br> (BS Tourism 2005)
Mr. Angelo Devaraturda
(BS Tourism 2005)Airport Services Manager, Philippine Airlines
“I clearly remember how the Tourism industry is described as something big, dynamic, and significant. Indeed, tourism plays a vital role in boosting the economy, especially here in the Philippines. There are still various opportunities for our industry to grow if you are willing to get involved.”
Mr. Gerard Alvin Apostol <br> (BS Tourism 2012)
Mr. Gerard Alvin Apostol
(BS Tourism 2012)Flight Steward, Philippine Airlines
“To become a flight attendant has always been my childhood dream as I want to travel and experience the world while working at the same time. I chose to take up BS Travel Management in UST because I trust the quality education that they provide. In my 4-year Thomasian journey, my professors and mentors equipped me with knowledge and skills needed to become a competent, compassionate, and committed Tourism Professional, and I believe that this success would not be possible without the help of UST.”
Ms. Krizzia Lynn O. Moreno <br> (BS Travel Management 2015)
Ms. Krizzia Lynn O. Moreno
(BS Travel Management 2015)Lead Cabin Crew, Cebu Pacific Air
“Welcome to the University of Santo Tomas and welcome to the CTHM family! Focus on your dreams and achieve them through determination and hardwork. Learn to be competent, compassionate and committed in your journey as Thomasians of the new decade!”
Mr. Jester Lawrence Nisperos <br> (BS Tourism 2008)
Mr. Jester Lawrence Nisperos
(BS Tourism 2008)Flight Steward, Philippine Airlines
“In Tourism, we sell Dreams. Every fulfilled dream travel starts from the heart of the one who creates it and ends to the heart of the one who receives it. My experiences in and out of the University and my qualifications as a BS Tourism degree holder enabled me to achieve my dream of putting up a travel agency.”
Ms. Angel Alvarez-Lao <br> (BS Tourism 2000)
Ms. Angel Alvarez-Lao
(BS Tourism 2000)Owner, Travel Ilocandia Travel and Tours and Casa Ilocandia Guest House
“UST (especially Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management then) taught me the very essence of realizing the ‘dream beyond our seeing’. From class organization then to community-based Tourism organization, capacitating and empowerment, from class convention to national Tourism congress management, from a Tourism class officer to Municipal Tourism Officer (Public Servant) and National Officer of the Tourism Officers Association of the Philippines – a vocation or mission in life carrying out a concrete assignment and fulfillment”.
Ms. Jomelyn M. Abuan <br> (BS Tourism 1996)
Ms. Jomelyn M. Abuan
(BS Tourism 1996)Municipal Tourism Officer, Montalban, Rizal
“The University of Santo Tomas – College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (UST- CTHM) has played a great role not only in my educational growth, but also, guided me to find the right outlook for success. I will always be grateful to my professors and to UST- CTHM for an exceptional learning program they provided to us. CTHM as my training ground steered me to step up in my diverse workplace and expand my multi-cultural network.”
Ms. Chamille B. Mercado <br> (BS Travel Management 2015)
Ms. Chamille B. Mercado
(BS Travel Management 2015)Digital Workflow Officer / Local Decision-Maker,
British Embassy - Manila
“Being a graduate of UST-CTHM, I have been holistically prepared to the uncertainties of this diverse tourism industry. We were trained based on our strengths and individual competencies that had put us at an advantage to career opportunities I have never imagined going to– and that is where I am at now, “the road less traveled”, one has never thought of, could be, a destination of a tourism graduate.”
Ms. Heidi Ria S. Garingo <br> (BS Travel Management 2016)
Ms. Heidi Ria S. Garingo
(BS Travel Management 2016)Immigration Officer 1, Bureau of Immigration
“Traveling brings opportunities of discovering the beauty of other places outside my own world; this activity is a treat to the 5 senses, hence, this why I took up Bachelor of Science in Tourism for my undergraduate studies. It did not disappoint me because I was able to work in the Cruise industry and satisfied my hunger and thirst for traveling. So I am encouraging you, my dear CTHM students, to pursue your dream in this industry–we need responsible ambassadors and ambassadress advocating a cleaner and greener world where everyone can enjoy exploring. As Thomasians, imbued with God’s unending grace, may you illumine the world with your beauty. Go USTe!!!”
Rev. Fr. Reynor E. Munsayac, O.P. <br> (BS Tourism 1998)
Rev. Fr. Reynor E. Munsayac, O.P.
(BS Tourism 1998)Dominican Priest, Priory of Our Lady of the Rosary,
Manaoag, Pangasinan
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