New program coming Fall 2027: Major in Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management.
Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management
During your first year at the School of Business Management, you'll acquire the foundational business knowledge that prepares you to specialize in a major.
Major overview
Ted Rogers School of Management’s Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management (THEM) major gives students the opportunity to work, live and play in international destinations at Canada’s largest and first university business programs dedicated to this field. It launches careers that connect graduates to the world, fosters the creation of memorable experiences and leads to incredible futures.
We don't just educate; we empower students to become true leaders and champions of the experience economy. With a robust network of over 5,700 alumni making waves worldwide, our graduates join a powerful community that is driving progress and shaping diverse industries, from travel and events to hotels, tourism, food and beverage, and cutting-edge technology.
As a student in the program, you will earn the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree that gives you valuable management skills in marketing, human resources, accounting and finance, and have the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in industries such as hotels, events, travel and destination marketing.
Your major will provide you with an industry-focused lens to master your knowledge and skills related to leadership, service and sustainability. Students also have the opportunity to gain industry experience by travelling and working at resort destinations across Canada while studying.
- Sales and Marketing
- Event Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Hotel General Manager
- Destination Management and Marketing
- Restaurant Management
Employer possibilities
- Expedia
- Four Seasons Hotels
- Intrepid Travel
- Marriott Hotels
- Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment
- G Adventures
- Disney
Business Management students must complete a total of 40 credits which include: Required, Required Group or Professional elective, Professionally-Related and Liberal Studies courses. The curriculum provides you with a general overview of business in society, introduces you to all of the basic business functions, and develops awareness of social, human and economic issues through the introduction of the liberal studies.
Program Format
Full time, Part time and
Direct Entry
Degree Earned
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
Average Fees*
Ontario - $11,892 /Year
Out-of-province - $13,089 /Year
International - $44,486 /Year
* Please visit the Undergraduate Fees page for full details.
To recognize student excellence, we offer many awards and scholarships to our students.
The Business Career Hub (BCH) offers personalized career development, corporate partnerships and insights into the employment marketplace.
We are privileged to have 10 faculty members whose combined experience in teaching, research and industry projects make the Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management major one of the best programs worldwide. Together, they provide first-class education for our students.
Individual faculty members have been recognized with teaching and research awards. They put TMU on the map with their research articles and book publications, and are valuable partners for industry studies and research projects.
Chair
Department Administrator
Faculty-related or general inquiries
Cecilia Gonzalez Baker
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Student Advisor
Lorra Jean-Price