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International Tourism and Destination Management

The Master's degree in International Tourism and Destination Management (ITourDeM) is designed to prepare future tourism leaders. The 2-year postgraduate program is taught entirely in English and equips you with the theoretical and practical skills to navigate the global tourism landscape. Through a combination of socio-economic, historical and geographical approaches, you'll gain the expertise to manage tourism systems, craft effective communication strategies and become a key player in sustainable development. The program fosters a global perspective, emphasizing the interplay between international, national and regional influences. This unique program empowers you to become a well-rounded professional with the competencies to design and implement tourism infrastructure, build and manage destinations, develop nature and landscape projects and promote sustainable approaches to the environment and food production within the tourism industry.
Why study with us?
Here are 5 reasons why ITourDeM is your perfect choice:
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Global relevance: With over 100 million jobs worldwide, the tourism industry is booming. ITourDeM equips you to navigate this dynamic landscape and excel in a competitive job market.
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Comprehensive curriculum: Our meticulously designed program prepares you to lead in tourism development and destination management, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for contemporary challenges.
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Interdisciplinary approach: ITourDeM integrates socio-economic methodologies, historical insights, and geographical knowledge, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of tourism management.
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Vocational training: Tailored for professionals in destination management, cultural tourism, hotel management, and travel planning, ITourDeM prepares you for high-responsibility roles in various sectors.
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Key professional skills: Hone essential skills for success in tourism, culture, environment, heritage and local development careers.
Employment opportunities
Graduates of the ITourDeM Master's program are equipped for various high-responsibility roles in tourism sector companies and institutions, tourism product design, planning and marketing activities, integrated tourism enterprises, cooperatives and more.
Career paths
Tourism manager, product development specialist, tourism marketing manager, destination manager, event coordinator, hospitality manager, government tourism officer, sustainable tourism consultant, cultural heritage manager and researcher.
Alumni
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Internship
Internships are vocational activities meant to put the theoretical teachings included in the study plans into practice.
For Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees provided by the Department of Education, Cultural Heritage and Tourism, these activities are regulated as follows.
Benefits and advantages
- Scholarships, exemptions and financial support;
- access to canteens and university residences;
- scholarships for the most deserving and regional benefits (Erdis); - NO TAX area up to 26 thousand euro ISEEU income;
- benefits up to 40 thousand euros;
- tax exemptions and reductions.
FAQ
Can we help you?
Here you will find some frequently asked questions, answers.
How can I sign up?
To sign up for the International Tourism and Destination Management (ITourDeM) program at the University of Macerata, you can find enrolment details under the "Admissions" section. For further information, including specific steps and deadlines, you can contact the senior tutor or access the university's dedicated services for international students.
How about tuition fees?
nformation on the maximum amounts, when and how to pay tuition fees here.
Some info about accommodation and hospitality in Macerata?
Non-EU students enrolling in degree programmes or single courses, arriving for the first time in Italy with a D visa for the reason "STUDIO", and planning to stay in Italy for more than 90 daysmust apply for the Italian residence permit upon arrival in Italy, no later than 8 days from entry. More info here.
When can I do the internship?
Internships are vocational activities meant to put the theoretical teachings included in the study plans into practice. Here you can find the procedure: from activation to verbalization.
How can I improve my italian language abilities in speaking?
The Language Centre (CLA) of the University of Macerata offers international students Italian language courses at different levels in the first and second semester. Enroll courses.
What is the official language of the course?
All lectures, examinations and the final examination are in English.