證書及文憑課程
Professional Certificate in Tourism and Event Management
旅遊及活動管理專業證書
Programme Features
The programme aims to provide a professional certificate level education to prepare students to be well-rounded professionals in the tourism and event industry in Hong Kong. The students will learn professional skills and practices in key areas of tourism and event management and will be able to contribute to the further development of the tourism and event industry.
This programme consists of 5 courses, totaling 150 hours.
Subject Code | Course Title | Hours |
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TSM4110 |
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This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the multi-faceted travel and tourism industry as well as a global perspective on the international travel and tourism sector. Students will learn about key areas in travel and tourism including tourist behaviour, tourism supply and demand, impact of travel and tourism, and trends in the travel and tourism industry. Topics include:
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30 |
TSM4115 |
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This course teaches students the concepts of marketing and promotion in relation to key aspects of the travel and tourism industry. Students will learn the applications of marketing tools and promotion strategies including experiential marketing, content marketing and digital marketing in the travel and tourism industry. Topics include:
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30 |
CEM4101 |
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This course aims to provide students with the knowledge and practical skills required to successfully plan and administer events. Topics such as modern event management processes, development of an event plan, human resources, finance and event evaluation will be covered. Topics include:
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30 |
CEM4103 |
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This course provides students with an overview of the diverse types and characteristics of local and international festivals. It also teaches the planning process for festive events of different scales. Topics include festive event management, programming, promotional strategies, operations management, production, and site management. Topics include:
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30 |
TSM4125 |
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This course aims to provide students with a macro approach to the M.I.C.E (Meeting, Incentive, Convention and Exhibition) industry and highlights the significance of the industry and special events as part of the successful planning and development of tourist destinations. It will also explore the relationship between events and tourism planning and development. Topics include:
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30 |
150
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Students who have obtained a passing grade in each course will be awarded the Professional Certificate in Tourism and Event Management 旅遊及活動管理專業證書
Application Fee: | HK$150 (non-refundable) |
Tuition Fee: | HK$16,300 (by three instalments) |
Classes and examinations will be held on weekday evenings and Saturday afternoons (normally two classes per week) at SCE Learning Centres.
- Level 2 in five HKDSE subjects including English Language and Chinese Language (and up to 2 APL subjects) or equivalent; or
- Successful completion of Diploma Yi Jin; or
- Holder of a relevant School of Continuing Education (SCE) Diploma or Certificate (Level 3) or other equivalent non-SCE qualifications; or
- Aged 21 or above, preferably with 3 years' relevant work experience.
Applicants may submit application through (A) online system, or (B) hard-copy submission by mail or in-person.
(A) Application through online system
- Enter SCE Online Application System and fill in required data.
- Upload files of the following documents onto the system:
- proof for relevant academic qualifications and professional qualifications, e.g. certificate of public examinations (application for exemption should be submitted with supporting documents which include transcript/result slip, certificate and course syllabus);
- proof for relevant work experience (if any);
- any pertinent supporting documents; and
- a recent photograph (1.5” x 2”).
- Make payment for the application fee for admission, and handling fee for exemption (HK$200 per course if applicable) through the Online Payment Gateway.
(B) Application through hard-copy submission
- Download and complete Application for Admission form (SCE-AF-002)
- Attach PHOTOCOPIES of the following documents:
- HKID card;
- proof for relevant academic qualifications and professional qualifications, e.g. certificate of public examinations (application for exemption should be submitted with supporting documents which include transcript/result slip, certificate and course syllabus);
- proof for relevant work experience (if any);
- any pertinent supporting documents.
- Attach two recent photographs (1.5” x 2”).
- Make payment for the application fee for admission, and handling fee for exemption (HK$200 per course if applicable), in the form of a crossed cheque made payable to “Hong Kong Baptist University” with applicant’s name, contact number and programme name written at the back. Applicants who submit application in-person may make payment with cash or EPS.
- Complete set of application should be submitted either by-mail or in-person at the following address(es).
By-Mail |
School of Continuing Education Hong Kong Baptist University 2/F, Franki Centre, 320 Junction Road, Kowloon Tong (Please mark the title of the programme applied on the envelope) |
In-Person |
DLB Office (Kowloon Tong Campus Centre) 4/F, David C. Lam Building, Shaw Campus, Hong Kong Baptist University
Wan Chai Learning Centre Office 26/F, Wu Chung House, 213 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Counter Service Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00 am-8:00 pm Sat: 9:00 am-4:00 pm (Closed on Sun, Public Holidays and School Holidays) Town Learning Centre Office 6/F, 8 Hart Venue, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon
Kowloon East Learning Centre Office 7/F, Millennium City 3, 370 Kwun Tong Road, Kowloon
Counter Service Hours: Mon-Fri: 12:00 pm-8:00 pm Sat: 12:00 pm-4:00 pm (Closed on Sun, Public Holidays and School Holidays) |
- Applicants will be requested to present the HKID card and original copies of all credentials for verification. Those who submit application in-person may bring along the HKID card and original credentials for verification.
- All fees paid are non-refundable.
- All documents submitted together with the application form will not be returned to applicants. For unsuccessful applications, the documents and forms will be destroyed and the electronic files will be deleted.
- Notes to non-local applicants – Part-time certificate/diploma programmes are generally not considered by the Immigration Department for visa purposes. For a non-permanent Hong Kong resident, it is his/her responsibility to check whether he/she can take the programme before making application.
Students can apply for Credit Transfer/Exemption under the following conditions:
- Credit Transfer will be considered if students have completed (or are currently studying) the required courses offered by the School prior to admission to the programme. Courses concerned will be automatically transferred to the programme and supporting documents are not required.
- Exemption will be considered if students possess a demonstrated competence (e.g. passed relevant courses in public examinations or other institutes) equivalent to the learning outcomes of the course to be studied. Supporting documents such as course syllabuses, transcripts or certificates should be submitted.
The above request(s) should be submitted when applying for admission. Late application will not be considered. Courses that are being studied or pending for result/certificate should also be reported at the time of admission, followed by the submission of supporting documents for approval upon release of result/issuance of certificate.
Credit Transfer/Exemption will not be granted if such qualifications have not been reported during admission or if they are obtained after registration in the programme.
Remarks for Credit Transfer/Exemption are shown as below:
Course Remark Code | Description |
EX | Course Exempted |
TC | Credit Transferred |
Limitations for Credit Transfer/Exemption
For all Programmes of Levels 1 to 2, the maximum exemption and credit transfer is limited to half of the total number of programme hours. For all Programmes of Level 3 or above, the maximum exemption is limited to one quarter of the total number of programme hours, while the sum of exemption and credit transfer is still limited to half of the total number of programme hours. In the case that the number of hours of exempted and/or transferred credit course(s) (including the course(s) being studied) has exceeded the maximum allowance, students should submit explanations and approval will be granted at the School’s discretion.
Example 1 | The Certificate in Spanish (Introductory) (Level 1 programme) requires student to complete four courses (120 hours in total). Application for Credit Transfer and Exemption should not exceed 60 hours. |
Example 2 | The Certificate in Jewellery Design & Production (Level 2 programme) requires student to complete six courses (180 hours in total). Application for Credit Transfer and Exemption should not exceed 90 hours. |
Example 3 | The Certificate in Marketing Studies (Level 3 programme) requires student to complete six courses (180 hours in total). Application for Credit Transfer and Exemption should not exceed 90 hours in total while the Exemption should not exceed 45 hours. |
Example 4 | The Advanced Diploma in Accounting (Level 4 programme) requires student to complete 16 courses (480 hours in total). Application for Credit Transfer and Exemption should not exceed 240 hours in total while the Exemption should not exceed 120 hours. |
Applicants may refer to the Exemption List for reference.
Q: When will I know if I have been admitted?
A: The admission result will be sent to applicants via e-mail within 10 working days after the application deadline.
Q: When will I know the result of my application for course exemption?
A: Result of application for course exemption will be released together with the admission result via e-mail.
Q: Can I change from one programme to another?
A: Once the offer is confirmed upon completion of registration, applicants are not allowed to change to another programme. Applicants are required to submit a new application with relevant documents and application fee for another programme.
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. This course / The mother course (Professional Certificate in Tourism and Event Management) of the modules is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4). |
The above information is for reference only. The School reserves the right to make alterations or to cancel any class/programme without prior notice.
Programmes offered by the School of Continuing Education (leading to HKBU awards or SCE awards, or collaborative programmes) are conducted at various teaching venues, including Kowloon Tong and Shek Mun (Shatin) Campuses and Learning Centres in Tsimshatsui, Kowloon East, and Wan Chai. These venues are well-equipped to support students’ studies. While most of the classes are held at either the Kowloon Tong Campus or the Shek Mun Campus, depending on the School’s development, students may be assigned to take classes at other venues during their study period.