The Higher Technical Professional Course (CTeSP) in Tourism, Hospitality, and Catering Management is an innovative and dynamic program designed to prepare students for a successful career in the tourism sector, one of the most vibrant and fast-growing areas of the global economy.

This course offers a unique combination of theoretical and practical knowledge in tourism management, hotel and catering operations, covering everything from accommodation and reception management to event organization and reservation operations management in travel agencies.

• Holders of the 12th grade or legally equivalent qualification;
• Holders of CETs, CTeSPs, or higher education degrees;
• Over 23 years old ¿ those who have passed exams specifically designed to assess the ability to attend higher education.

Additionally, candidates must have passed in one of the following Relevant Areas:

• Portuguese;
• Mathematics;
• Economics.

• Students with Secondary Education;
• Students under the access regime for those over 23 years old;
• Students holding a CET diploma (Technological Specialization Course);
• Students with Higher Education diplomas (professional reconversion).

The main objective of the CTeSP in Tourism, Hospitality, and Catering Management is to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively manage activities within the tourism and hospitality sectors:

• Develop effective management strategies in tourism businesses, using multiple communication channels in English and Spanish.
• Apply statistical techniques and procedures in tourism and hotel management.
• Create and implement innovative marketing plans, including digital marketing.
• Ensure quality and customer orientation in the commercial policy of a tourism company.

Upon completing the course, students will be able to:

• Manage and coordinate accommodation and reception departments in hotel units, as well as food and beverage (F&B) operations.
• Plan and organize events, ensuring total customer satisfaction.
• Implement effective marketing and sales strategies for tourism businesses, using both digital and traditional tools.
• Supervise and manage human resources, applying business accounting management techniques.

The CTeSP in Tourism, Hospitality, and Catering Management prepares graduates for a wide range of dynamic and rewarding careers in the tourism sector, one of the most promising and constantly growing industries.

With solid and versatile training, graduates are qualified to assume roles such as:

• Accommodation Management: Supervising daily operations in hotels, resorts, and other lodging facilities, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction.
• Food and Beverage Operations Management: Managing food and beverage establishments, including team coordination, customer service management, and ensuring product quality.
• Event Management and Organization: Planning and managing events, weddings, conferences, and other gatherings in tourism, hotel, and catering venues.
• Marketing Strategies and Promotional Campaigns Development: Attracting tourists to destinations, hotels, restaurants, and events.
• Reservation Management: Handling bookings in travel agencies, hotels, and other tourism services, optimizing occupancy and customer experience.
• Tourism Planning and Development: Collaborating with local and regional authorities to develop and implement tourism plans that promote sustainable economic growth.
• Tourism Technician: Providing detailed information and assistance to tourists at tourism centers, contributing to enriching the visitor experience.

These roles highlight the crucial role of professionals trained in this CTeSP in driving the economy through tourism, hospitality, and catering, adapting to the needs of a constantly evolving market with a global vision.

The curriculum is composed of general and specific course units that provide graduates with the technical and scientific knowledge necessary to continue their studies at the level of a 1st Cycle degree (i.e., Bachelor's degree) in multiple scientific areas.