MacEwan's Travel program takes you places. This two-year diploma program is condensed into an accelerated 13-month format so you can fast track your studies to get right to work. In this program you'll study the ins and outs of the travel industry: from sales and tickets to managing suppliers and agents. You'll also receive hands-on experience with the actual computerized reservation systems used by the travel industry.
Get an in-depth look at the world's most important tourist destinations, and learn what motivates travelers to frequent them. Learn how to deal with everything from international border crossings to environmental and social concerns. Develop an understanding of the evolving travel market and the technology used to document and sell North American and international travel.
Month 13 is spent in a practicum placement so you can apply your new skills in a real travel job.
Oh, and did we mention our study tours? All students have the option of completing a study tour to better familiarize them with their careers in travel. Travel study tours have gone to destinations like Europe, the Caribbean, Hawaii and China.
Careers
The following lists some of the positions and companies in which alumni of the Travel program at MacEwan University have held. While the basis of our training best prepares you for the role of Travel Agent (Travel Consultant), there are endless career paths.
Travel Agencies
Positions: Travel Agent/Consultant/Counsellor, Cruise Counsellor, Group Specialist, Corporate/Leisure/International/Destination/Wedding Agent or Specialist, Supervisor, Team Lead Corporate/Leisure Sales Manager, Manager, Branch Manager, Group Manager, Regional Manager, Marketing Manager, Trainer, Sales & Marketing Manager, Sales & Operations Manager, Manager - Education & Development, Vice President & COO, Owner, President
This is a small list of the companies that employ our graduates. We couldn’t possibly list them all as we have grads throughout Edmonton, Alberta and Canada at independent agencies, large chain offices and franchises such as: AMA Travel Services, Adventure Travel Company, Courtesy Travel & Cruise, Edmonton Travel, Flight Centre, Marlin Travel, Paull Travel, Sears Travel Service, TierOne Travel, Transat Distribution Canada, Travel CUTS, Uniglobe Travel
Other Travel Industry Jobs
Tour Operators/Suppliers: Generally the positions within these companies would be in the following areas:
Business Development, Reservations and Sales. Although some grads have also gone on to roles with more responsibility such as Director of Sales, Operations Controller, Group Sales Manager, Office Manager, Regional Manager.
Other exciting jobs
Tour Guide in Europe, Destination Representative in the Caribbean, Purser on an International Cruise Line, Flight Attendant with companies such as Westjet, Emirates and Lufthansa Airlines, Instructor, Program Advisor, Curriculum Coordinator & Program Chair with the Travel Program at Grant MacEwan University!
Although these positions are not ones we train you for, it does not mean that having a solid Travel Industry background will not give you the advantage needed to land your dream job.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
Type | Public |
Campus setting | Urban |
Registration fee (for international students) | 110 CAD |
English proficiency test scores accepted | IELTS/ TOEFL/ Cambridge English Test/ PTE/ Duo Lingo Test |
Financial aid | Available |
Accommodation | Available |
Before deciding to study in one of the Canadian universities, one must estimate the average cost of living in Canada. Tabulated below are the expenses one needs to incur on a monthly basis to study at MacEwan University. The tuition fees for international students are based on credits. Other fees include the service fees and course specific fees which can be checked online.
Expense | Monthly cost in CAD |
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Tuition fee (18 credits) | 12,060 |
Locker fee (term) | 20 |
Housing- MacEwan Residence | 988-1,300 |
Electrical Utilities | 70 |
Personal | 200-300 |
Non-Program International Student Service | 50 |
Food | 300 |
Cable TV/internet | 65 |
Cost of transportation is covered in tuition fee as the institute provides UPass.
Tests accepted | Minimum scores |
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TOEFL (IBT) | 86 or above |
IELTS | 5.5 (a minimum score of 5.5 in each band.) |
PTE | 59 overall (a minimum score of 56 in each band.) |
CET | 180 |
DET | 115 or above |
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) | 70 or above |
Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) | overall score of 85 and a minimum score of 80 in GCVR |
Test in Practical English Proficiency (EIKEN) | Grade 1 |
Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average) | BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada | CA$8890 Per Year |
Entrance Exams in Canada | TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177 |
Work and Study in Canada | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
Post Study Work Permit in Canada | Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in Canada | CAD 150 |
Student Visa in Canada | A Canada student permit is a document issued by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for international students in Canada. To study in Canada, you will require a student permit, which serves as a student visa. |
Intakes in Canada | There are Three Intakes in Canada: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring (May) |
Top Job Sectors in Canada | Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Dentisty, Law, Computer Science. |
Economy in Canada | GDP Growth of 1.9% (2018) 1.5% (2019e), 10th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
$ 9,532
Total
$ 9,532