Do I need travel agency experience to enrol in the Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019)?

No. The diploma is structured to take in learners without prior industry experience and bring them up to working-level competence. Existing experience is welcome but not required.

How is DTTM019 different from a certificate-level tourism course?

A certificate is shorter and more introductory. The Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019) is broader and goes further into operations, tour product, marketing and supervisory areas — closer to what mid-level employers want to see.

Can the Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019) lead to a higher diploma or bachelor's?

Yes. Many students continue with the UK Higher Diploma or a bachelor's in tourism after completing the DTTM019, building progressively toward management-level qualifications.

Is the diploma useful for jobs with airlines or DMCs?

Yes — both airlines (on the travel-services side) and DMCs recruit from this profile. The skills around customer handling and itinerary work are directly relevant.

How long does the course take?

Duration depends on mode of study; admissions will confirm the timeline once you select your preferred study mode and intake.

Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019) | LSTH London

Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019) at LSTH

The travel and tourism industry has shifted dramatically. OTAs reshape booking flows, social platforms drive destination demand, and travellers expect more curation than ever before. The Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019) is for people who want to work inside that industry — tour operators, travel agencies, ground handlers, destination marketing organisations and tourism boards — with a solid mid-level qualification behind them.

This isn't a course for someone idly curious about travel. It's for people who already sense that this is their industry and want a focused, employer-friendly credential.

What the Industry Looks Like Today

Travel agencies haven't disappeared — they've evolved. Specialist agents, group operators, corporate travel desks and DMCs continue to recruit because the trips that matter (high-value, complex, multi-stop) still need a human in the loop. The Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019) trains you for that human role: understanding fares, building itineraries, handling customers, and selling destinations honestly.

Who Should Apply

Travel agency or tour operator staff who want to formalise their skills.
School leavers aiming at junior travel consultant or tourism office roles.
Cabin crew or ground services staff wanting to move into the wider travel-services world.
International students seeking a UK-based tourism qualification.

Where Graduates Tend to Land

Graduates of the Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019) typically move into roles such as travel consultant, tour operations executive, reservations agent, destination representative, MICE coordinator and tourism office assistant. Progression with experience is into supervisor and product roles. Like any career path, outcomes depend on your effort, location and the market — the qualification opens doors but does not promise specific jobs or salaries.

How You'll Study

You can study on-campus at LSTH in London or via distance/online learning. London's role as a global tourism gateway is a real advantage for students who can study in person. Final module sequence and intake calendar are confirmed at enrolment.

Entry Requirements

Completion of secondary schooling or equivalent.
IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) for non-native English speakers.
Minimum age 17.
A genuine interest in destinations, customer service and how travel is sold.

Apply for the Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019)

If you want a clean, employer-oriented step into the travel and tourism industry, the Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (DTTM019) is a sensible place to begin. Click Enroll Now and LSTH admissions will reply within one working day with fee and intake information. International students should also review current UK Home Office guidance for visa-related questions.