Careers and Outcomes
Embark into a world of opportunity
Your journey to a future of travel, culture and service starts here.
Traverse into exciting career options at resorts, theme parks, cruise lines and more.
Where can you work with a degree in tourism management?
You'll have the qualifications to lead in the entertainment, transportation and hospitality industries.
Places you can work
- Cruise lines or airlines
- Event or conference centers
- Hotels, resorts or lodges
- Sustainable tourism organizations
- Theme parks
- Travel/tourism agencies
Jobs you can have
- Cruise director
- Event planner
- Flight attendant
- Guest relations manager
- Hotel general manager
- Travel agent
On the road to global experiences
Travel around the world and open doors to a wide range of career opportunities.
| Career path | Annual median pay (2024) | Job growth |
|---|---|---|
| Food service manager | $65,310 | 2% (slower than average) |
| Lodging manager | $68,130 | 10% (much faster than average) |
| Advertising, promotions, and marketing manager | $159,660 | 8% (faster than average) |
| Meeting, convention and event planner | $59,440 | 7% (faster than average) |
| Public relations specialist | $69,780 | 6% (faster than average) |
| Recreation worker | $35,380 | 5% (as fast as average) |
| Sales manager | $138,060 | 6% (faster than average) |
| Travel agent | $48,450 | 3% (as fast as average) |
These projections are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics website.