Master of Tourism and Travel Management
Master of Tourism and Travel Management (MTTM) is a postgraduate programme that builds on undergraduate study for advanced roles in tourism planning, destination management and travel operations. It runs for two years across four semesters and is open to graduates in any discipline, though a background in tourism, hospitality or management is common. The curriculum covers tourism planning and policy, destination marketing, sustainable and eco-tourism, travel agency operations, tourism research methods and international tourism, along with a dissertation or project and industry training. MTTM suits graduates who want specialised, management-level roles in tourism boards, travel companies, destination management organisations or research and teaching in tourism.
About Master of Tourism and Travel Management
Master of Tourism and Travel Management (MTTM) is a postgraduate programme that builds on undergraduate study for advanced roles in tourism planning, destination management and travel operations. It runs for two years across four semesters and is open to graduates in any discipline, though a background in tourism, hospitality or management is common. The curriculum covers tourism planning and policy, destination marketing, sustainable and eco-tourism, travel agency operations, tourism research methods and international tourism, along with a dissertation or project and industry training. MTTM suits graduates who want specialised, management-level roles in tourism boards, travel companies, destination management organisations or research and teaching in tourism.
Why Choose MTTM
Specialised, management-level study
The programme builds on undergraduate tourism or management study with a focus on planning, policy and destination marketing.
Research and industry exposure
A dissertation or project, combined with industrial training, gives graduates both analytical and practical skills.
Career variety
Graduates can move into private travel companies, destination management organisations, government tourism departments, or teaching and research.
Pathway to senior roles
The degree prepares graduates for management and policy-level positions rather than only entry-level operations roles.
Detailed Syllabus (4 semesters over 2 years)
Core Subjects
Elective Subjects
Eligibility Criteria
Basic Requirements
| Minimum Percentage | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university, preferably in tourism, hospitality, travel or management; most institutes ask for 45–50% aggregate marks. |
| Mandatory Subjects | None mandatory; a bachelor's degree in tourism, travel, hospitality or management is preferred but not always required |
| Entrance Exams | CUET-PG |
Admission Process
Complete a bachelor's degree
Complete a bachelor's degree in any discipline, preferably tourism, travel, hospitality or management, from a recognised university.
Appear for an entrance exam, if required
Register for and appear in CUET-PG or the university's own entrance test, where applicable.
Apply to institutes
Fill the application form of the chosen institute or university and submit the required documents.
Interview or group discussion, if conducted
Attend a personal interview or group discussion where the institute conducts one, followed by the merit list.
Admission confirmation
Complete document verification, pay the admission fee and complete enrolment formalities.
Required Documents
Important Notes
Estimated Fee Structure
| Government Institutions | ₹20,000 – ₹55,000 per year (indicative) |
| Private Institutions | ₹58,000 – ₹1,30,000 per year (typical range across 12 colleges on CollegeChalo) |
Return on Investment
| Total Investment | ₹1.16 lakh – ₹2.6 lakh over 2 years, depending on a government or private institution |
| Average Starting Salary | ₹3–4 LPA |
| Payback Period | 2–3 years |
Figures are indicative and vary by institution, city and individual career path; they are not a guarantee of placement or salary.
Scholarship Opportunities
| PM-USP Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students | Regular full-time PG students above the 80th percentile in their Class 12 board exam, with family income up to ₹4.5 lakh a year. | ₹12,000 per year (UG, first three years); ₹20,000 per year (PG, and years 4–5 of five-year courses) |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC students | SC, ST and OBC students within the notified income limit, applied for through the National Scholarship Portal or the relevant state portal. | Fees and a maintenance allowance; amounts set by the Centre and states |
Career Opportunities
Top Recruiters
Typical Salary Packages
| Tourism Planning/Research Associate | Avg: ₹3.5 LPA | Range: ₹3–5 LPA |
| Destination Marketing Executive | Avg: ₹3.8 LPA | Range: ₹3–5.5 LPA |
| Travel Agency Manager | Avg: ₹4 LPA | Range: ₹3–6 LPA |
| Tour Operations Manager | Avg: ₹4.2 LPA | Range: ₹3.5–6 LPA |
| Government Tourism Officer (contractual) | Avg: ₹3.5 LPA | Range: ₹2.8–5 LPA |
* These are indicative figures based on industry patterns; actual packages vary by employer, city and individual performance.
Career Pathway
Entry Level
0–2 yearsGraduates start as associates or trainees in planning, marketing or operations roles with travel and tourism organisations.
Mid Level
2–5 yearsWith experience, professionals handle a destination, product line or regional operations.
Senior Level
5–10 yearsExperienced professionals manage regional strategy, product development or a government tourism programme.
Advanced
10+ yearsAt a senior level, professionals head an organisation's tourism vertical or work as independent consultants.