Associate of Arts in Tourism & Hospitality Management (AA in Tourism & Hospitality Management)

Associate of Arts in Tourism & Hospitality Management (AA in Tourism & Hospitality Management)

Associate Degree

Tourism & Hospitality Management

Why Choose this Program

The Associate of Arts in Tourism & Hospitality Management (AA in Tourism & Hospitality Management) program was designed to:

  1. Build Strong Industry Foundations – Provide essential knowledge in tourism management, hospitality operations, hotel services, and travel industry fundamentals.
  2. Develop Practical Service Skills–Equip students with hands-on skills in customer service, front office operations, food and beverage service, and tour coordination.
  3. Integrate Modern Tourism and Digital Tools – Introduce students to online booking systems, digital marketing for tourism, and hospitality management software used in the industry.
  4. Apply Learning Through Real Practice – Strengthen competencies through internships, fieldwork, simulations, and real-world hospitality and tourism experiences.
  5. Prepare for Employment and Career Growth – Enable graduates to enter entry-level positions in tourism, hotels, airlines, and travel agencies or continue their studies toward a bachelor’s degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management or related fields.

Future Career Prospects

Graduates from this program will be able to pursue careers such as:

  1. Front Office Officer or Receptionist (Hotel/Resort)
  2. Tour Guide or Tour Coordinator
  3. Travel Agency Assistant or Ticketing Officer
  4. Food and Beverage Service Staff
  5. Guest Service Officer or Hospitality Assistant

Course Structure

The two-year program comprises 61 credits and includes foundation courses, functional courses, and a comprehensive examination. Students must complete the following coursework requirements to graduate:

YEAR 1

Course Title

Credits

Priority

English I: Reading and Composition with Laboratory

4

Required

Gender Studies

3

Required

Khmer Studies

3

Required

Digital Literacy + Lab

4

Required

English II: Reading and Composition with Laboratory

4

Required

Environmental Science

3

Required

Introduction to Political Science

3

Required

Management Principles

3

Required

YEAR 2

Course Title

Credits

Priority

Personal Growth and Development

4

Required

Logic and Critical Thinking

3

Required

Math for Business

3

Required

Financial Accounting I

3

Required

Introduction to Ethics and Good Governance

3

Required

Introduction to Statistics & Its Application

3

Required

Office Applications for Business

3

Required

Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality

3

Required

Asian Tourism Product

3

Required

Marketing Principles

3

Elective

International Marketing

3

Elective

Management Organization Behavior Theory

3

Elective

Strategic Management and Business Policy

3

Elective

Global Business Management

3

Elective

Financial Management I

3

Elective

GRADUATION PATH

Comprehensive Exam

3

Required

 

Type:Higher Education
Faculty:Business and Economics
Department:Economics and Management
Degree:Associate Degree
Major:Tourism & Hospitality Management (AA in Tourism & Hospitality Management)
Duration:2 years