The Master of Travel & Tourism Management (MTTM) degree is a 2-year campus based program offered by the University. Master’s program in Tourism and Travel Management is designed to produce senior management level tourism and travel professionals who with their expertise can serve both private and public institutions.
The program imparts candidates knowledge of the day-to- day working of the industry and the operations carried out at the management level. Candidates gain a practical view of the concepts and skills applied to crisis management, conduct market research as well as building sustainable tourism management through imparting real-life work scenarios. Candidates gain mastery over the tools which are applied in bookings and online management of services.
The study focuses on the different areas of tourism and travel industry. Dividing the curriculum into theoretical and practical aspects, students are given an in-depth knowledge of the operations carried out in the sector. Regular field studies and tours are arranged to impart a practical approach to the students, who get a hands-on experience in the industry in detail. The activities undertaken during the course study helps in instilling good communication and interpersonal skills in the candidates, so as to help them meet the expectations of the vast needs of the industry.
Master of Tourism and Travel Management course opens up lucrative opportunities for candidates in the sector of Hospitality, Travel, Administration, and Tourism. This program deems beneficial for students who wish to avail for the future research study in the field. Graduates can explore the areas of Tourism Department, Airlines, Hotels, and Travels after the successful completion of the program. The course aims to refine and polish the skills of the students making them proficient to take up future businesses in the sector of Travel and Tourism.
Award
Students successfully completing the program are awarded degree in their respective discipline by the University, in accordance with the University rules
Program Structure
The MTTM program consists of 19 courses and a Post Graduate Dissertation in fourth semesters spread over two years. The students are required to take 4 Discipline Electives and 3 General Elective courses. The actual choice of electives will however depend on the optimal number of students opting for the same.
Admission Calendar | |
Last date for submission of duly completed Application Form along with Admission Fees & release of Provisional Admission Letters | 16 September 2024 |
Registration with scrutiny of original certificates & Payment of First Semester Fee | 19 September 2024 |
Commencement of Classes | 23 September 2024 |
Master in Travel and Tourism Management | ||||
First Year | SEMESTER I | SEMESTER II | ||
CC 1 | Tourism Concepts | CC 4 | Travel Agency and Tour Operation Management | |
CC 2 | Global Tourism Geography | CC 5 | Tourism Product Design and Development | |
CC 3 | Tourism Resources in India | CC 6 | Transport in Tourism | |
DE I | Discipline Elective I | DE II | Discipline Elective II | |
GE I | General Elective I | GE II | General Elective II | |
Summer Internship Program - 2 Months | ||||
Second Year | SEMESTER III | SEMESTER IV | ||
CC 7 | Tourism Policy Planning and Development | CC 10 | Research Methodology in Tourism | |
CC 8 | Tourism Marketing | CC 11 | Hospitality Management | |
CC 9 | Tourism and Sustainable Development | CC 12 | Law and Regulatory aspect in Tourism | |
DE III | Discipline Elective III | DE IV | Discipline Elective IV | |
GE III | General Elective III | Dis | Dissertation |
Electives
Student has to opt only one from each group below
General Electives (GE) | |
General Electives (GE) | Discipline Specific Electives (DE) |
GE I | DE I |
Business Communication for Managers | Airline and Cargo Management |
Human Resource Management | Adventure Tourism |
GE II | DE II |
Finance and Accounting for Tourism | Computer Application E Tourism |
Conflict Resolution and Management | Emerging forms of Tourism |
GE III | DE III |
Service Marketing | MICE Management |
Organizational Behaviour | Tourism Economics |
DE IV | |
Tourism in North East India | |
Tour Guiding and Visitor Interpretation |
CC – Core Course, GE – General Elective Course, DE = Discipline Specific Course, Dis – Dissertation Course
Admission Modalities
The admission modalities are with reference to the full-time campus programs offered by the ICFAI University, Sikkim. All applicants who meet the eligibility criteria specified for the program and have studied in English medium in their qualifying examination are eligible to apply. Final year students awaiting results can also apply. Their admission will be provisional, subject to qualifying in the final examination. The registration and admission of these applicants is liable to be cancelled in case they do not fulfill the eligibility criteria by September 19, 2024.
Semester System
The University follows semester pattern for all its programs. Each academic year consists of two semesters. Continuous evaluation is carried out through mid-semester examinations, assignments, quizzes etc., culminating in an end semester examination. The students also have to undergo faculty supervised internships for practical training.The medium of instruction is English
Eligibility
- The selection of applicants into the UG/PG programs of the University is subject to fulfilment of the eligibility criteria made through screening of the applications.
- Due weightage is given to academic distinction, honors and awards in sports, cultural events, extra-curricular activities viz debates, quizzes and adventure sports.
- All applicants meeting the selection criteria will be given a provisional admission subject to verification of the documents at the time of registration and payment of fee.
Registration
- All applicants having received the provisional admissions are required to present themselves with Original academic/other certificates and residence proof/HRDD Govt. of Sikkim allotment letters in case seeking fee concessions, for verification along with semester and other fees on the date of Registration.
- In addition, photocopies are also required to be submitted for retention in their record with the University. Original certificates will be returned after verification
Admission Criteria
- The selection of applicants into the UG/ PG programs of the University is subject to fulfilment of the eligibility criteria made through screening of the applications.
- Due weightage is given to academic distinction, honors and awards in sports, cultural events, extra-curricular activities viz debates, quizzes and adventure sports.
- All applicants meeting the selection criteria will be given a provisional admission subject to verification of the documents at the time of registration and payment of fee.
Special Reservation
- There shall be a special provision for admission of applicants belonging to the State of Sikkim in any course of the ICFAI University, Sikkim, which shall not be less than 25 (twenty-five) per cent of seats in each course/discipline subject to the applicants meeting the minimum qualifying requirements referred below.
- Seats remaining unfilled under special reservation may be filled up by allotting the same to applicants belonging to Open Category.
- The Government Quota students will be given a fee concession of 50% on program fees.
- In addition to the Government quota, seats will be reserved with fee concession for applicants from the state of Sikkim, GTA area and the nearby North Bengal region as per the mandate of the University to serve the educational needs of the state of Sikkim and the nearby areas.
Anti-ragging & Anti-sexual Harassment
The ICFAI University provides a ragging free campus. The University follows the UGC guidelines and norms regarding the anti-ragging and anti-sexual harassment policies. The students are required to submit the duly signed affidavit for Anti-ragging at the time of admission to the University.
Application Modalities
Guidelines on how to Complete the Application Form :
The applicants are advised to read the guidelines carefully before completing the Application Form for Admission.
Application Form :
- Please make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria before filling up the Application Form.
- Fill the Application Form in CAPITAL LETTERS.
- Please provide all available and correct information in appropriate sections.
- Make sure to sign the Application Form.
- Retain a photo copy of the Application Form along with documents stipulated.
- Demand Draft for Admission Fee (One Time) of ₹3,000/- as applicable for the program applied for, towards Admission Fee drawn in favor of “The ICFAI University, Sikkim-Fee Collection A/c” payable at Gangtok
Attested Copies of Certificates :
Applicants have to enclose attested copies of the following certificates (Attestation should be done by any Gazetted Officer/Principal of the College).
- Birth Certificate / Class X Certificate
- Marksheets of Class XII / Degree Certificates (as may be applicable)
- Fee concession (if applicable) requisite documents to be attached.
- Nationality Certificate/Proof, for foreign students only.
- Other certificates pertaining to academic and extra curricularactivities.
Submission of Application Form :
The completed application form along with the Admission Fee DD should be submitted or sent at the address given below
The ICFAI University, Sikkim, Ranka Road, Lower Sichey, Gangtok (Sikkim) - 737101.
E-mail: admissions@iusikkim.edu.in
The scanned application form and the Admission fee DD to be sent along with the courier consignment number to the e-mail address given above in case sent through mail or courier.
Fee Schedule
Admission Fee
Admission Fee (One Time) of ₹3,000/- for all programs is to be paid by all the students along with the application forms.
Exam Fee
All the students need to pay an amount of ₹2,000/- per semester for UG PG programs towards Exam Fee along with the Program Fee.
Caution Deposit
All students are required to pay a Caution Deposit (One Time) of ₹5,000/- along with the First Semester Fee. The Caution Deposit will be refunded without interest and after adjusting for dues, if any, to the students on completion of the Program.
Program Fee
Students have to pay the fee at the beginning of each semester, as per the due dates which will be notified separately at the relevant time.
Program |
Duration |
Category |
Fee in Rs. ** (Per Semester) |
MTTM |
2 Years |
Non Domicile |
35,200 |
Domicile |
24,600 |
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Govt. Quota |
17,600 |
* The ICFAI University, Sikkim is enabling an equal opportunity for all. However, limited seats will be available for SC ST students with relaxation in the eligibility criteria as per the Govt. of Sikkim norms wherever applicable. Students awaiting for final year examination results are also eligible for admission. The Management reserves the right to accept or reject any application with valid ground/s.
# Note: Age restriction for Law Programs can be relaxed as per BCI guidelines.
** Fee Concession: The University proposes to give 50% of the program fee concession to the students coming from Sikkim Government Quota & 30% to the students from North East States, GTA Region & North Bengal respectively.
Remittance: All payments should be made by way of Demand Draft, banker’s cheque drawn in favor of “The ICFAI University, Sikkim - Fee Collection A/c” payable at Gangtok, Sikkim. or through University website only.
Merit Scholarships
The ICFAI University Sikkim offers merit scholarships to students pursuing the UG PG Programs. The scholarships are based on performance in Class XII (or equivalent)/ Graduation (or equivalent) and Semester-wise performance during the Program.
A. Merit Scholarships based on past academic record: Percentage of marks achieved in qualifying examination will decide the amount of scholarship. The Scholarship amount will be awarded in 2 equal instalments i.e. in the first and second semester of the program. The second instalment of the scholarship will be awarded on securing a minimum 8.00 GPA in the first semester. The students availing 50% program fee concession (i.e., Govt. Quota students) will not be eligible for scholarships based on Past Academic Record. However, they will be eligible for scholarships based on semester-wise performance. The scholarship details are as presented in the following table.
Aggregate % in qualifying examinatio | % of 1st Semester program fee given as merit scholarship |
≥ 90% | 75% |
≥ 80% - < 90% | 60% |
≥ 70% - < 80% | 50% |
All subjects will be taken into consideration for calculating the percentage for Entry Level Scholarship.
B. Merit Scholarships based on Semester-wise Performance: Up to 10% of the students of the batch will be awarded merit scholarships based on their Semester-wise performance (Details presented in the table given below). These scholarships are offered in addition to the scholarships based on the past academic record.
Academic Performance (CGPA) | Category I ≥ 9.00 | Category II ≥ 8.50 - < 9.00 | Category III ≥ 8.00 - < 8.50 |
% of Program fee of the semester will be awarded as scholarship | 30% | 22% | 15% |